If you’ve been diagnosed with celiac disease, I’m going to take a wild guess at what your gastroenterologist told you right after he or she delivered the good news: He/she recommended that you should see a dietitian/nutritionist to help you learn the gluten free diet. He/she recommended you buy some Lactaid (for good measure) to […]
Adventures of a Gluten Free Mom’s List of Favorite Books and Resources on Celiac Disease, Gluten Intolerance and Overall Healthy Living
Adventures of a Gluten Free Mom’s List of Favorite Cookbooks
As I was compiling a list of all my favorite gluten free cookbooks, gluten related medical/health books and my “would be lost without” kitchen gadgets, I realized that I’ve never shared any lists like this on my website before. So here they come! In order to keep these lists manageable, I’m going to break […]
Gluten Free Hot Artichoke Dip and Some Important Information about “Gluten Free” Corn and other Grains
Looking for a mouthwatering, “I-will-eat-the-entire-thing-myself-if-someone-doesn’t-stop-me” gluten free appetizer to share at a party this holiday season? I may have just the thing for you, Gluten Free Hot Artichoke Dip! And for my readers who have other allergies and sensitivities, be sure to check out my recommendations on how to make this dip dairy-free, corn-free, […]
Gluten Free Pizza…and a Menu Plan
Before I share this week’s menu plan, I want to share my favorite recipes for homemade gluten free pizza – including ideas for dairy free toppings and tomato free pizza sauce! 😀 Gluten Free 101: PIZZA! If you are newly gluten free, you may be thinking that a really good pizza is now lost […]
Gluten Free Stuffed Mushrooms
With party season now upon us, there can never be a shortage of tasty gluten free finger foods! The following recipe for stuffed mushrooms were my husband’s absolute favorite before we gave up dairy. The great thing about this recipe? The stuffed mushrooms are naturally gluten-free so no substitutions are necessary…unless of course you want […]
How to Have The BEST Gluten-Free Thanksgiving and a Recipe Roundup
Whether you’re newly gluten-free or a seasoned veteran, there is always something new to be learned in this lifestyle. Being gluten-free certainly keeps you on your toes, whether its the sudden (and unannounced) ingredient changes in processed foods or the serious concerns over cross-contamination of naturally gluten free grains. Nope, the gluten-free diet is FAR […]
How to Make The BEST Gluten-Free Turkey Gravy
What is Thanksgiving without the gravy? Just an ordinary meal in my opinion. I could honestly go without most of the Thanksgiving feast, as long as I have gluten-free sage dressing drowning in gluten-free turkey gravy. And maybe some canned cranberry sauce. Admit it, cranberry sauce is just not nearly as interesting when its not […]
Gluten-Free Pizza Lunchables
So you knew “it” had to be coming at some point, right? 😀 I must say this first, Mike and I are REALLY working with Sam to embrace his “differences” (as we all have them), and I think it is starting to catch on. He is not asking for GF Lunchables all that much […]










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