Celebrating foods allergen-free & more
free from gluten and top 8 allergens
The Waldorf salad was created in 1896 by the dining room manager at New York’s Waldorf-Astoria Hotel. This light and refreshing salad became an instant success.
The original version of the Waldorf salad contained only apples, celery and mayonnaise, tossed together and placed on a bed of lettuce. As often happens, many variations evolved – some with raisins, some with chopped nuts. This one has raisins and grapes and is topped with…granola….
plant-based & free from gluten and the top 8 allergens
Let’s eat the season with this shaved Brussels sprouts and spaghetti stir-fry!
We love fall and all it has to offer, so we don’t want to leave out Brussels sprouts, with their distinctive flavor.
These gems have made a real comeback from the days when they were just steamed. Roasted, sautéed, breaded, candied, fried and grilled, Brussels sprouts are finally getting their due with creative recipes that turn them into salads, pizza, casseroles, chips and so much more.
Who would have thought you could do so much with these cute little cabbages?
Shaved Brussels sprouts and spaghetti make a delicious, light and refreshing stir-fry that even picky eaters can’t resist…
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free of gluten and top 8 allergens
Ring in fall with these delicious streusel stuffed apples.
A crispy oat topping is baked inside whole apples for a simple, yet elegant dessert everyone will love!
This dessert evolved from a recent cruise. The first night, the chef brought out the simplest, but most amazing baked apple. Wow, it was all that and so much more! A baked apple was specially prepared every night, along with other wonderful treats that met my special diet.
We look forward to sharing simple tips next week for planning a cruise, whether you have food allergies or follow a specific diet.
Until then, enjoy this season’s harvest with streusel stuffed baked apples……
free from gluten and the top 8 allergens
Patatas bravas are simple yet super delicious tapas from Spain.
These fried or roasted potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce and garlic aioli are full of flavor and highly addictive. So addictive that we ordered them at every restaurant we dined at while in Barcelona this past week.
So delicious that we didn’t waste any time recreating patatas bravas as soon as we got home.
It’s tapas time!…
free of gluten and top 8 allergens
Nothing says “breakfast” like these blueberry corn cakes.
We’ve taken out the top allergens that are normally associated with pancakes and created a breakfast treat that is equal parts of comfort and pure bliss.
These sweet-but-not-too-sweet blueberry corn cakes have a lovely texture and so much flavor that you’ll probably eat more than you planned.
It wasn’t until I stopped making these cakes that Joel stopped eating them. 🙂
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plant-based, free of gluten and top 8 allergens
This crisp and refreshing fruit and broccoli slaw takes a dynamic twist from the classic coleslaw.
We’ve traded the sweet mayo dressing for a homemade dressing made with papaya, onion, Dijon style mustard, white balsamic vinegar, a little agave, and sriracha.
To make it more interesting, the salad is studded with strawberries, grapes, and bananas. Yum!
A dressing made with papaya seeds? You’d better believe it!…
free from gluten and the top 8 food allergens
Ring in the season for back-to-school dinners with this fun, simple and delicious Veggie Pizza Pasta Bake.
This quick and easy, 6-ingredient meal features pizza flavors in a delicious cheesy casserole. We added mushrooms, kale and black olives, but feel free to add your own favorite toppings.
Follow this fun, simple recipe for a delicious entree perfect for any night of the week….
plant-based, free of gluten and top 8 allergens
Delicious and healthy, these subtly sweet coconut cacao bites are made with six simple ingredients, coconut, cacao powder, pure maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
Cacao vs cocoa: Is there a difference?
Most of us are probably more familiar with cocoa powder, but there is a big difference between the two.
Check out these adorable, “habit forming” bites and see why cacao powder is a whole lot better for you……
A Southern spread that actually got it’s start in New York, pimiento cheese is made with cheddar cheese, mayonnaise and pimiento peppers. It’s a staple at picnics and potlucks and even shows up at some of the South’s finest restaurants.
This wonderful allergy-friendly version of pimiento cheese can be used for grilled cheese sandwiches, as a spread for crackers and veggies, or alongside fried green tomatoes for a real splurge.
Some spell it pimiento…others…pimento.
Either way, we say, bring on the “P-cheese”!
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This cauliflower polenta with maple-balsamic roasted vegetables may look like a plain Jane dish, but don’t be fooled.
It’s more flavorful than the real thing and it’s super healthy. Citrus perks up the toasty flavors of these roasted vegetables, which have soaked in jaw-dropping flavor from the sauce.
Whether it’s cauliflower pizza, cauliflower rice, buffalo cauliflower, or cauliflower steaks, the meek cauliflower is one of the hottest culinary trends. It can take on so many flavors and textures, plus it’s packed with nutrients and it’s grain-free.
Cauliflower makes great polenta. We’ll show you how easy it is to make and the simplest and best way to roast vegetables perfectly tender and packed with incredible flavors!
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