I remember perusing through Hallie Klecker’s first cookbook, The Pure Kitchen, last October while I was enjoying a little gluten free girl time with a few of my fellow bloggers in Oceanside, California. I literally couldn’t put the book down – the gorgeous photography made my mouth water relentlessly. I mean really, who knew that […]
Crispy Seasoned Chicken
We eat a lot of chicken in our house and I’m always looking for new flavorful ways to prepare it because lets face it, plain chicken won’t send your brood running to the table for dinner! The inspiration for this recipe comes from the dynamic duo behind Paleo Parents and the brilliant kid-friendly cookbook, Eat […]
Green Bean “Fries”
I learned a very valuable parenting lesson a couple years ago when I conducted a little McCarrot Fry experiment on my kids. The big takeaway was this: brand names and packaging are very powerful weapons in a parents’ war on picky kids. In my particular case, my 4 year old, Luke, is the picky eater […]
Caesar Salad Dressing: Corn-Free, Dairy-Free, Egg-Free and Soy-Free
All Caesar’s are created equal, right? Not so fast! Any balanced study of history (ancient and culinary) will help you understand that there are many different ways to govern (or garnish). Some Caesars are wise rulers, yet some use too much salt. Other Caesars couldn’t last for more than a few months, yet some couldn’t […]
Kaempferol and an Anti-Ovarian Cancer “Green” Smoothie
Ovarian cancer remains the most deadly form of gynecologic cancer, mainly due to the fact that the vast majority of women are not diagnosed until the disease has become very advanced. Due to its high mortality rate, it certainly makes sense to take preventative measures, especially if you have a family history and diet is […]
Reconstructing Goldfish Crackers: Gluten Free Style
I cannot think of another processed food that has become more embedded in the minds of children than Pepperidge Farms’ Goldfish Crackers. While they are not only just naturally entertaining in design (brilliant marketing if you ask me), they are the perfect size for kindergarten age fingers to expertly handle while they learn to count, […]
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 […]
Slowcooker Green Chile Stew (and Home for the Holidays Giveaway Winners)
I love Green Chile Stew and I cannot think of a better soup to warm you up on a cold, dreary winter day. And the green chile is great for clearing out the sinuses! This recipe for Green Chile Stew comes from my father-in-law, Jim…he’s a bonafide soup master. 😀 PrintSlowcooker Green Chile Stew Prep […]