Following a dairy-free diet, I have generally accepted skipping cheese. (note: when I say dairy-free, I really mean casein-free so goat’s or sheep’s cheeses are not options). My kids are not huge fans of cheese substitutes so often we have pizza with only sauce and toppings, “nachos” with salsa and meat, and quesadillas with only […]
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Gluten Free Molasses Ginger Cookies
My good friend Corrine makes the most delicious molasses ginger cookies. She offered some to me last week, 1 day into my Gluten Free (GF) experiment. I had to decline. But, it did motivate me to seek out a great gluten-free molasses ginger cookie that has the flavor and texture like hers but is gluten-free. […]
The best gluten-free chicken tenders
Without a doubt, these are better than anything I or my children have ever had in a restaurant! Well, in my humble opinion, that is. When I make these, I make a double batch. We use half for the meal and I either freeze the rest or use it for lunches or leftovers. You can […]
Massel stock makes chicken-less stew taste like chicken
I was first introduced to Massel’s bouillon and stock products earlier this year when they asked me to do a few blog posts after reviewing their products. At home, I like to use products that are gluten-free and dairy-free for my family and without a lot of added “stuff”. What I didn’t know at the […]
Dairy-free cooking tips
Whether you eat dairy-free out of choice or necessity, you’ll find different substitutes out there based on what you’re making. I cook and bake gluten and dairy-free for my family and I. While I refer to the substitutions as dairy-free, it’s actually casein that we’re avoiding. Casein is the protein found in milk that many […]
You Get Much More Than Lemonade With This Cookbook
Buy the book from Amazon here The name “The Lemonade Cookbook” might lead one to believe that the cookbook is about making lemonade. If you are not from the Los Angeles/Southern California region, you might actually think this. However, those from the area are probably more familiar with the cafeteria style eatery that features fresh, […]
Gluten-Free Rolled Sugar Cookies
Whether or not you are a kid, a rolled sugar cookie in some fun shape with colored sprinkles always seems fun. Rolled sugar cookies can be made any time during the year. Don’t be intimidated when you those fancy looking pre-made cookies in the store; this recipe is easy and delicious (and might even taste […]
Freedom Foods Gluten Free Cereal Giveaway
–> Thank you to Freedom Foods for providing complimentary samples for my review. From the “land down under” comes a healthful, tasty product line free from many of the most common allergens, including gluten, dairy and nuts. Freedom Foods is warmly welcomed into my kitchen not only because of the absence of gluten and dairy, […]
San Francisco Gluten-Free Allergen-Free Expo Finds and Goodies
If you didn’t have a chance to make it to the Gluten-Free Allergen-Free Expo this past weekend (Jan 25/26, 2014), here’s a quick review of some of the new (and “old”) products and companies that are hitting the market. This is just a no-brainer. If you haven’t been to Zest Bakery in San Carlos and […]
All But Gluten™ Review
A plate of gluten-free goodies I brought to an event; easy for me and truly gluten-free for those that need it Thank you to All But Gluten™ for providing complimentary samples for my review. For the gluten-free crowd, a new product line is emerging from Weston Bakeries Limited that promises to “rekindle your love of […]