Smoothies are a regular breakfast item in our house, usually consisting of a variety of fruits, coconut yogurt, and some almond or coconut milk. However, I’m always looking for new ways to make these smoothies even healthier. Today, I have a guest post by Alex Bonari, a freelance writer and researcher for College Scholarships, who offered to introduce…
Gluten-Free Recipes
Healthy Gluten-Free Recipes for anyone with gluten allergies or intolerances.
Dairy-Free Mango Smoothie (Lassi) Recipe
This dairy-free Mango Smoothie (lassi) is refreshing and healthy. Today, I finally made my first trip to Patel Brothers, a giant Indian super-grocery store. It was the size of a super-size American supermarket! I knew going through the aisles would take some time, especially since there are so many Indian ingredients, products, fruits and vegetables…
Gluten/Dairy/Egg/Soy Free Vegan Quinoa Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
Gluten/Dairy/Egg/Soy Free Vegan Quinoa Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies Recently, I was asked to write a book review of Carrots ‘N’ Cake, Healthy Living One Carrot and Cupcake At A Time. Written by Tina Haupert, a healthy living blogger, Carrots ‘N’ Cake (named after her blog) chronicles different experiences throughout her life and how she has managed a (mostly) healthy lifestyle. …
Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Vegan Coconut Pineapple Scones
Gluten Free Vegan Coconut Pineapple Scones are dairy-free and egg-free. This post discusses using ratios as a more accurate way to bake. Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Coconut Pineapple Scone with Trader Joe’s Mango “Butter” I am so pleased to be participating in this month’s Gluten Free Ratio Rally, founded by Shauna from the Gluten Free Girl, and…
Two Easy Recipes for Salsa: Fresh Strawberry Salsa and Mango Avocado Pepper Salsa
Fresh Strawberry Salsa Served on top of Simply Baked Salmon and Sauteed Spinach With the weather finally turning warming and the farmer’s market opening right around the corner, I can’t wait for the casual dinners that the coming months will bring. One of my favorite summer snacks is fresh salsa. Although I love tomato salsas,…
Gluten/Dairy/Egg/Soy Free Vegan Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies
Gluten/Dairy/Egg/Soy Free Vegan Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies Today, I am celebrating the new look of my blog with a special treat. A year ago, I did not even know what a blog was. I just had lots of ideas floating around in my head with no place to organize all my thoughts. With the…
Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Chestnut Soup
Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Chestnut Soup is a comforting, nutritious soup. I was at Whole Foods the other day picking up some fresh ingredients to make a few more pureed soups for a friend. As I passed the freshly prepared food section, I checked out the soups of the day. Two soups that caught my eye…
Gluten/Dairy/Egg-Free Carrot Coconut Pineapple Muffins
Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Carrot Coconut Pineapple Muffins Now that we have a gluten allergy in our house, I’ve been trying to get my arms around gluten-free baking. It’s been challenging as there are so many gluten-free flours out there, and I’m not always sure which ones to use. However, my goal in baking gluten-free is to…
A Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Birthday Celebration
A Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Birthday Celebration is easier to make than you might expect. Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Strawberry Shortcake with Dairy Free Strawberry Ice Cream Last week we celebrated my hubby’s birthday. It was a bittersweet birthday as it’s the first birthday he’s had without his dad. My 8-year old commented on how sad it was that…
Warm Roasted Garlic and Artichoke Dip/Spread Recipe
Warm Roasted Garlic and Artichoke Spread on Whole Grain Toast with Roasted Red Pepper and Scallions I’ve been dreaming of making an garlic and artichoke dip like the one that I bought a while back from a specialty store. Imported from Italy, this little jar cost a bundle, but I was desperate to find a…
Gluten Free Chinese Dumplings Recipe
These Gluten Free Chinese Dumplings will satisfy your dumpling craving even if you can’t eat wheat. Today, Chinese dumplings can easily be found in regular supermarkets and wholesale stores like Costco’s. I haven’t made homemade dumplings in a really long time since they are so readily available in our local Chinese grocery store. One of my…
A Tribute To My Father-In-Law
My dear, sweet father-in-law, Paul. I am dedicating this post to my 93-year old father-in-law, Paul, who just passed away this week. Paul immigrated to the United States in 1951, where he received his Master’s degree in engineering from the University of Michigan and his PhD from Columbia University. He was a devoted husband, and…
Chinese Szechuan Spicy Fish Soup
Chinese Szechuan Spicy Fish Soup gets its spicy rich flavor from hot bean sauce, dried chilies, Szechuan peppercorns, garlic and ginger. A number of years ago, my husband treated me to dinner at a Szechuan (also known as Sichuan or Szechwan) restaurant in New York City called Wu Liang Ye, that serves authentic Szechuan cuisine….
Gluten/Oat/Casein/Soy Free “Clif” Granola Bars
I’ve been looking for a healthy protein/granola bar in the local supermarkets that is free of gluten, casein, soy, and oats. This has proven to be quite a challenge. Most granola bars contain oats, and protein bars often contain casein or soy. Recently, my allergic child was wishfully dreaming of eating a Clif Bar, one…
A Collection of Pureed Soups {Curried Cauliflower Potato Soup and Creamy Cannellini Bean Soup Recipes}
This Collection of Pureed Soups is perfect for those having difficulty chewing and swallowing. Not only are Pureed Soups pure comfort food, but they’re also perfect for anyone on a liquid diet or a pureed/soft food diet. Whether you’re recovering from a cold, wisdom tooth extraction or dental surgery, or having trouble swallowing, pureed soups…
Gluten-Free Irish Soda Bread
Gluten-Free Irish Soda Bread with Organic Strawberry Jam This week as I caught up with a few friends over some Irish Soda Bread and tea, I thought about what my family would eat this Thursday in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Although I’m not a big fan of corned beef and cabbage, or of Irish…
Gluten-Free Hot Soft Pretzel
Gluten-Free Hot Soft Pretzel One of the treats that my 8-year old son has been craving lately is a hot soft pretzel. Now that he’s on a gluten-free diet, I’ve been learning to bake quick breads and snacks (e.g., pumpkin muffins, almond scones, banana bread, granola bars), but I hadn’t tried baking yeasted breads yet….
Ecuadorian Menestra Recipe
Ecuadorian Menestra is the national dish of Equador. This is a vegetarian/vegan version. Ayngelina of Bacon is Magic I am so pleased to present a guest post by one of my favorite bloggers, Ayngelina of Bacon is Magic. Ayngelina left her job, boyfriend, apartment and friends to explore Latin America solo, to figure out what…
Gluten Free/Casein Free Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars and Banana Bread
Gluten-Free Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars When I recently discovered my youngest son was allergic to wheat (among many other foods), I was at a total loss. He could no longer have pancakes, muffins, bagels, banana bread or any bread for that matter. Not only was wheat flour out of the question, but so were…
David Chang and Doenjang Chigae (Korean Bean Paste Stew)
Doenjang Chigae or Korean Bean Paste Stew Recently, I read an article in Food and Wine about David Chang, the mastermind and celebrated chef behind Momofuku Noodle Bar,and four other restaurants in New York City. David Chang skyrocketed to fame after opening Momofuku Noodle Bar and has been on an unbelievable roll since then. Although…
Super Sauces – Spinach Basil Pesto and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
My two “Super Sauces” are Spinach Basil Pesto and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Since my youngest is currently allergic to tomatoes, I’ve had to come up with alternative sauces to stand in for the tomato sauce I used to serve over his pasta and meatballs. Also, now that he’s on a gluten-free diet, I’ve been…