Tag: gluten free foods
Gluten-Free Chicken Breasts with Cherry-Chocolate Sauce
INGREDIENTS ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons salt 4 cups water 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves ¼ cup rice flour 1 ½ tablespoons coconut oil 1 ½ tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup dried cherries 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons brandy (optional but good) 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, […]
Gluten-Free Manufacturers Giving Back
Tricia Thompson, M.S., RD is a nutrition consultant, author andspeaker specializing in celiac disease and the gluten-free diet. This week I would like to recognize manufacturers of gluten-free food who are generously helping out our gluten-free friends in need. Please support these companies by purchasing their products. If you are a manufacturer of gluten-free food, […]
New York Times- Celiac is Underdiagosed!
An article was published today in the New York Times entitled: “The Overlooked Diagnosis of Celiac Disease”. A very well-written article on a largely over-looked topic, I wanted to share the link to the full article with everyone: Tina Turbin
Gift idea- Give Away A Cookie KIT!
TERRIFIC GIFT IDEA! Darneed Best Gluten-Free & Grain-Free Cookies in a KIT I love Elana Amsterdam’s theory about cooking as well as her sincere desire to find healthy alternatives to avoiding the highs and lows of blood sugar without giving up the taste. I have taken her choc. chip recipe and made a fun gift out […]
Design Your OWN Gluten-Free Bar ON-LINE!
Design your own custom energy bar perfectly tailored to your personal taste and nutritional needs. Build-a-Bar allows you to design anything from High protein low carb energy bars to gluten free protein bars. Each customized nutrition bar is handmade and guaranteed delicious. Build your own custom protein bar today for your family, your kids or simply pamper yourself! […]
Gluten-Free Vegetable Latkes
Best served with applesauce and sour cream. INGREDIENTS 1 large parsnip, peeled and shredded 2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and shredded 2 large carrots, peeled and shredded 3 leeks (white and light green parts only) or 1 onion, chopped ¾ cup rice flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 3 large eggs, beaten (or egg substitute) Salt […]
Gluten-Free Pizza for the Newcomer
I decided to create this recipe for the newer Gluten-Free eater. Many people that are new to a Gluten-Free diet are thrown into the kitchen to make meals and bake much more than they had previously. This can put people at a loss, not to mention a longing for foods they feel they can never […]
Gluten-Free Walnut Energy Bars
This recipe is delicious and has loads of protein, but does require Gluten-Free oats. INGREDIENTS 1 cup Gluten-Free oats 1 cup Gluten-Free oat bran ¼ cup rice flour 1 cup walnut pieces 1 ½ cups coarsely chopped dried figs ½ cup rice or whey protein powder ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ […]
Gluten-Free Grandma’s Peach Pie
Just like Grandma made it! INGREDIENTS 1 double gluten-free pie crust ¼ cup maple sugar 3 tablespoons rice flour Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 5 cups fresh ripe peaches, sliced (if using frozen, then thaw fully) 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract ¼ cup maple syrup, for brushing crust DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 […]
Gluten Free Delicious TRUE Graham Crackers
This recipe is truly delicious and a graham cracker replacement. You can cut them big enough for s’mores (the typical graham cracker shape and size), crumble them for pie crust, or cut little shapes, like that “other” brand. INGREDIENTS 2 ¼ cups Cooqi Basic Gluten-Free Baking Mix (you may use other Basic GF mixes) 1 […]
Tina Turbin joins National Association for Baby Boomer Women (NABBW)
I recently became a member of the National Association of Baby Boomer Women (NABBW). I invite you to read more about the group at the previously mentioned link. Not only do I support the NABBW’s causes, but I’m also a contributing writer for the group. Click here to read my current article on the topic […]
Gluten-Free Fish Cakes
Bake the potato in the microwave to save time. You can use any mild white fish instead of cod. INGREDIENTS 1 large russet potato, baked and peeled 4 strips bacon, chopped 4 scallions (white parts), chopped 1 pound cooked cod, flaked 1 egg, beaten Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups crushed REAL GOOD Gluten-Free […]
Gluten-Free Coconut Macaroons
Ingredients: 2/3 cup sweet rice flour 5 cups flaked coconut (14 oz package) ¼ tsp salt 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk 2 tsp vanilla Directions: 1. Prepare 2 cookie sheets by placing parchment paper or liners on both pans. 2. Mix together: sweet rice flour, coconut and salt. 3. Add and mix with […]
Gluten-Free Herb, Salami and Goat Cheese Pizza
Easy, easy and just what you need to handle that craving this evening! 1 gluten-free pizza crust 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced 2 large or 3 medium Roma tomatoes, sliced 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled 1 TBS sage 1 TBS snipped fresh rosemary 4 oz sliced hormone-free […]
Listen to Tina Turbin- Every 2nd Monday on this Radio Show
Please visit me every 2nd Monday of the month at 12 noon, EST. The wonderful Host is Jordan Mercedes of Thrive-In-Balance, a terrific and entertaining show. You are welcome to call in and ask questions. Every month we are covering an interesting topic and will be having some wonderful surprise guests! The next show is […]
Gluten-Free Carrot Quinoa Cake
You can make an egg-free version of this cake by replacing the eggs with flax gel. The cake’s texture will be denser and heavier but it will taste just as good. Enjoy it plain, with cream cheese frosting, jelly of your choice or top it with a dusting of powdered sugar. This version has more […]
Gluten-Free Arepas
Serve these South American cornmeal cakes with a side of pico de gallo or fresh corn salsa. INGREDIENTS 2 cups precooked cornmeal 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups hot chicken broth or water ½ cup canned black or pinto beans, drained ½ cup shredded rice or soy cheese 1. Combine the cornmeal and salt in a […]
Kids Fun “Ice Cream-Sicles”
INGREDIENTS: Your child’s favorite ice cream (as much as you prefer) *OPTIONAL: gluten-free chocolate DIRECTIONS: 1. Freeze your ice cream to a firm level. 2. Oil your cookie sheets. 3. Shape your ice cream into fun shapes, yet be sure they are 1 3/4″ – 2″ thick. Cookie cutters are good to use to get […]
Gluten-Free “Full Of Fiber” Zucchini Noodles
INGREDIENTS: 2 pints cherry tomatoes 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2/3 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon salt *2 zucchini, shredded into thin strips 1. Set the zucchini aside. 2. Take all of the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth. Heat this sauce in a pan. (Makes about 3 […]
Stevia – Just A Terrific Sweetener
Try this! Try sweetening with stevia, a non-caloric herbal sweetener extracted from the leaf of a South American plant. It is even said to be a good sweetener for diabetics. It also is a strengthener for the pancreas. Stevia has no effect on blood sugar levels nor does it promote cavities or yeast overgrowth. Stevia […]