The question heard daily that makes the head chef in the household cringe: “what’s for dinner?” Sometimes that’s even followed by grunts, groans, rebuttals, and perhaps other dinner suggestions than what you may have had planned. If you don’t have a meal planned for dinner, it’s about time to get meal planning. (more…)
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Monday, April 29th, 2013Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Amaranth Pudding
Saturday, April 20th, 2013This month’s gluten free recipe features a nutrient dense dessert from one of nature’s powerhouse grains- amaranth. The recipe is also dairy free and vegan friendly, and will make a nice treat that your little ones can help you make. (more…)
Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Wild Rice Pilaf
Friday, March 8th, 2013In the chilly months of winter, we tend to reach for warming, hearty foods. Finding a balance between hearty and healthy can be tricky, but can certainly be achieved with a little diligence. This month’s gluten free recipe features both of the winter season ‘H’s by being both hearty and healthy. Of course it is also acceptable for celiacs and is free of most other common food allergens. (more…)
Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Slow Cooker Vegetable Stew
Friday, February 1st, 2013Preparing meals that are food allergy friendly can require quite a bit of time depending on the recipe. When you have small children, time saved in the kitchen is priceless and means more time spent with family. This month, the gluten free recipe is as simple as can be as it utilizes a slow cooker or crockpot. (more…)
Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Teff Flour Brownies
Thursday, December 6th, 2012Managing the holidays with food allergies can tricky, and this month’s gluten free recipe provides an allergen free holiday treat you can bring with you to festive parties. These brownies are also allergen free; free of peanuts, dairy, wheat, and gluten and are suitable for celiacs. These teff flour brownies also use nutrient dense dates as a sweetener instead of processed, refined sugar. (more…)
Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Pumpkin Spice Muffins
Tuesday, October 30th, 2012Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Gluten Free Pancakes
Friday, August 24th, 2012It’s back to school time! Maybe your little one is just starting school, you have kids headed back to school, or the family is getting back to a regular routine after those long summer days. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and this month’s gluten free recipe features buckwheat pancakes; a nutritious breakfast perfect for a busy school day or a lazy Sunday morning. (more…)
Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Cashew Creme
Thursday, July 12th, 2012Peaches, and berries, and plums – oh my! Summertime brings about some of the most delicious fruits of the year. If you’ve been working on getting your family to eat more fruits and veggies, opting for fresh and in season produce is a great place to start. Not only is eating with the seasons less costly, it also ensures you are getting your produce at its peak of deliciousness. This month’s gluten free recipe features a cashew crème, which makes a great summer fruit topper. (more…)
Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Berry Crumble
Thursday, June 14th, 2012Summer is officially here, bringing with it a wealth of wonderful produce. Berries are naturally gluten free and one of summer’s best; but the season is short so it’s best to stock up while they are at their peak. Although summer isn’t synonymous with baking, having a great recipe to utilize all those fresh berries you picked up at the farmer’s market might give you reason to bake. This month’s gluten free recipe features a summer berry crumble, a delicious dessert or snack that is suitable for celiacs. (more…)
Gluten Free Recipe of the Month: Orange Quinoa with Fruit
Friday, May 18th, 2012This delicious, gluten free recipe features the recently discussed pseudograin quinoa. Quinoa is a complete protein meaning it has all the essential amino acids and is packed with nutrients. Highly versatile, quinoa can go sweet or savory and this gluten free recipe optimizes the fruit in peak seas this time of year. Any of your favorite fruits can be used, even dried fruits if you don’t have any fresh fruit around but check out what’s available at the farmer’s market and use some creativity. (more…)
