Tina Turbin on the radio show: “Single Again, Now What?”

Tina Turbin on the radio show: “Single Again, Now What?”

This past Wednesday, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Joanie Winberg  on her radio show: “Single Again, Now What?” We took an in-depth look at the subjects of children’s literature, the home environment and the roles of parenting, and went over proven solutions to turn the raising of our children, successfully in our favor. I do hope […]

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Gluten-Free, Easy Chocolate Dream Pie

Gluten-Free, Easy Chocolate Dream Pie

Delicious for all you chocolate lovers. This is a rich deep chocolate taste. For a deeper darker taste, use darker chocolate. The chocolate choice is up to you.  INGREDIENTS:   1 Gluten-free crust (baked in oven ’til golden). 2 packs of Nori-Nu Silken Tofu (1 firm and 1 extra firm) ½ cup maple syrup 4 TBS […]

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Tina Turbin – interviewed on the “Garden of the Soul” radio show

Tina Turbin – interviewed on the “Garden of the Soul” radio show

It was a pleasure to be interviewed on Lynn Serafinn’s “Garden of the Soul” radio show earlier today. We talked about the “Danny the Dragon” book series and my overall intentions to inspire kindness and friendliness as well as healthy eating and dietary awareness in children; and we also delved into such important topics as the […]

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A Gluten-Free Cooking Solution

A Gluten-Free Cooking Solution

Jen Cafferty, Founder of the Gluten Free Expo 2009 admits liberally to her own battle with the problem of how to eat healthy and nutritionally once she was forced to learn the ropes of a gluten-free lifestyle. In my interview with Jen, I learned that Jen’s daughter was the first to open her eyes to […]

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Gluten-Free Red Chicken Curry Dish

Gluten-Free Red Chicken Curry Dish

This is delicious! It can be less “spicy” by adding less red curry paste. 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 TBL finely chopped onion 2-3 tsp. Thai red curry paste- in most grocery stores 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 cup coconut milk ( NOT non-fat) 1 cup chicken stock 1-1/2- 2 TBL fish sauce 1 […]

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Gluten-Free Fresh Apricot Muffins

Gluten-Free Fresh Apricot Muffins

This recipe is absolutely delicious if you use extremely ripe and fresh apricots, ready to literally fall off the seed in your hand. They will small very sweet as well. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Prepare your muffin tins: grease them with coconut oil or vegetable oil. Set aside. Ingredients: 2 tbsp light molasses […]

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Breakfast: Gluten-Free Buckwheat Pancakes

Breakfast: Gluten-Free Buckwheat Pancakes

Buckwheat-KASHA is gluten free! We are using buckwheat FLOUR in this recipe. FYI: www.answers.com Buckwheat groats are the hulled, crushed kernels, which are usually cooked in a manner similar to rice. Groats come in coarse, medium and fine grinds. Kasha, which is roasted buckwheat groats, has a toastier, more nutty flavor. Ingredients: 1 cup buckwheat […]

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Gluten-Free Buckwheat Pancakes

Gluten-Free Buckwheat Pancakes

Buckwheat-KASHA is gluten free! We are using buckwheat FLOUR in this recipe. FYI: www.answers.com Buckwheat groats are the hulled, crushed kernels, which are usually cooked in a manner similar to rice. Groats come in coarse, medium and fine grinds. Kasha, which is roasted buckwheat groats, has a toastier, more nutty flavor. Ingredients: 1 cup buckwheat flour […]

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Summer Fruit Platter

Summer Fruit Platter

While the heat is upon us in many states, especially where I live Florida and Los Angeles, it is important we keep ourselves well hydrated with minerals and plenty of water. Nothing beats fresh fruit and serving this to company as well as to our children. Not many people will turn down fruit, especially in […]

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Gluten-Free Macadamia Nut Waffles

Gluten-Free Macadamia Nut Waffles

In this particular recipe I use Pamelas Baking and Pancake Mix …A la Delicious! Pamelas is a wonderful Gluten-Free company. Ingredients: 1 cup Pamela’s Mix 2 medium- large eggs (or equivalent of liquid egg replacer) 3/4 cup water or rice mill if you prefer 1 tbsp oil of your choice 1/3 cup chopped walnuts Garnish […]

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Gluten Free Substitutes for recipes with wheat flour

Gluten Free Substitutes for recipes with wheat flour

These flour mixtures can usually substitute wheat flour cup-for-cup Gluten-Free Flour Mixture #1 ¼ cup soy flour ¼ cup tapioca flour ½ cup brown rice flour Gluten-Free Flour Mixture #2 6 cups white rice flour 2 cups potato starch 1 cup tapioca flour The above mixtures can be doubled or tripled. Another option is to […]

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For Women- Fibroid/Endometriosis

For Women- Fibroid/Endometriosis

Today I was reading Dr. Susan Lark’s comments on the subject of fibroid and endometriosis symptoms, and she states women with these troubles may need to avoid whole wheat and even try a wheat free diet. She goes on to say that she has seen women worsen with fatigue, depression, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea, menstrual […]

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Gluten-Free Turkey Meatballs

Gluten-Free Turkey Meatballs

(contains egg) This recipe can be made ahead and all the meatballs tossed into you favorite spaghetti sauce. I personally serve this on top of rice linguini after tossing the drained noodles with garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper and toss in the GF turkey balls then topping it off with some freshly grated parmesan cheese. […]

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Gluten Free R.O.C.K. Parties!

Gluten Free R.O.C.K. Parties!

Yep, this is time to tell you about attending a R.O.C.K. party in your area or how about stating a R.O.C.K. group in your area? Danna Korn founded R.O.C.K. in 1991 after her son, Tyler, was diagnosed with celiac disease. It has grown internationally with helping families all over the world deal with the challenges […]

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Shredded Beef or Shredded Chicken

Shredded Beef or Shredded Chicken

When my 3 kids were still at home after out move to Florida and I was working intently on my first draft of Show Biz Kids Guidebook, I needed some help at home. A lovely lady named Soheila came to help me cook one day a week. I finished the book and she eventually left […]

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Gluten-Free Creamy Chocolate Brownies

Gluten-Free Creamy Chocolate Brownies

Some people say that nothing beats a REAL brownie. Well try these ! Makes 16 brownies ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter or non-dairy margarine 5 ounces semi-sweet chocolate 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate 3 tablespoons cocoa powder 3 large eggs 1 ¼ cups sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup gluten-free flour […]

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Gluten-Free FLOURLESS chocolate cake

Gluten-Free FLOURLESS chocolate cake

(Serves 10-12) My mom gave me a recipe from a cookbook which we played with and made it to suit or desires. She served this in two restaurants in Puerto Rico. People came back often just for THIS dessert. Intense, rich and delicious! Cake ingredients 5 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate3 ounces unsweetened chocolate½ cup […]

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Gluten-Free Mexican beans From Margana

Gluten-Free Mexican beans From Margana

A simple little story goes with this simple yet delicious dish. Margana’s parties always had a spread on the table that caught everyone’s eyes. I soon learned that if you have a few simpler dishes to prepare you can splurge with your time on the decorating. Thanks Margana. By the way, kids love this dish […]

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Gluten Free Flour Mixes to have on hand

Gluten Free Flour Mixes to have on hand

Gluten-Free Flour Mix #1 The sweet rice flour and cornstarch in this mix allow for smoother gluten-free baked goods without a gritty-mouth feel. 1 cup white/ brown rice flour1 ¼ cups white rice flour ¼ cup potato starch 2/3 cup tapioca starch/flour ¾ cup sweet rice flour 1/3 cup cornstarch 2 teaspoons xanthan or guar […]

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GF Pamela’s Muffins

GF Pamela’s Muffins

I have to add Pamela’s muffin recipe to my site. We all love Pamela’s products and the company offers support in research to celiac and autistic research. I am very behind this same research. We need to find a cure. 1 ¾ cups Pamela’s Baking & Pancake Mix ¼ cup melted butter or oil ½ […]

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