free from gluten and the top 8 food allergens
The real stars of the holiday meal are the side dishes, with mashed potatoes taking center stage.
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Best Ever Mashed Potatoes
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Brown Gravy
free from gluten and the top 8 food allergens
Please pass the gravy!
Homemade gravy is well worth the effort and much healthier than store-bought that often contains trans fats and lots of sodium.
The French have sauce, Americans have gravy.
We used the classic techniques for turning an espagnole sauce into a plant-based brown gravy.
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Bistro Croutons
free from gluten and the top 8 food allergens
Homemade croutons taste way better than store bought. Once you make your own, it’s hard going back.
They make for an amazing salad topper and are also great on soups and as snacks.
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Sweet Potato Cornbread
free from gluten and the top 8 food allergens
We have 3 delicious words for you…Sweet Potato Cornbread!
Take a break from traditional cornbread with this sweet potato version that’s the perfect addition to the holiday table.
It doesn’t stop there. Cornbread is so versatile! It’s great by itself, or for breakfast with honey or jam. Pairing it with soup, stew or chili elevates it even further.
Let’s talk cornbread!
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Pumpkin Pie
free from gluten and the top 8 food allergens
Pumpkin pies are a sure sign that Thanksgiving is right around the corner.
It’s hard to imagine this holiday meal without pumpkin pie, so one of the most requested desserts at the Thanksgiving table is getting a magical makeover. We’ve made this traditional favorite fuss-free and free for all to enjoy.
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Pumpkin Risotto
free from gluten and the top 8 food allergens
Yes, we absolutely love risotto!
In a recent post, we got the scoop on demystifying the process of making authentic risotto from an Italian Chef, Carlo Persia.
Many of you wanted the recipe for Chef Carlo’s favorite, Pumpkin Risotto with Biscotti Amaretti and Lemon. We’ve adapted his recipe for you so it’s an easy amount to make at home and free of the top 8 allergens.
Hands down, it’s now our favorite risotto!
It’s the perfect fall entree or side for your holiday feast. We see this becoming a new Thanksgiving tradition in our household.
And never fear! This creamy restaurant favorite is easier to make than you think. Once you start cooking, it’s done in just 20 minutes.
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Sweet Potato, Kale, Artichoke & Mushroom Lasagna
free from gluten and the top 8 food allergens
Doesn’t everyone love a good lasagna? You can freeze it or reheat it and the leftovers will keep you smiling for days.
You probably have a go-to lasagna recipe, but we guarantee this will become one of your favorites.
Going meatless doesn’t mean giving up flavor. Kale, artichokes, mushrooms, sweet potato puree, tomato sauce and lots of cheeze put this hearty vegetable lasagna on top.
Check out 7 helpful suggestions for freezing lasagna, baked or unbaked.
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Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
free from gluten and top 8 allergens
We can’t get enough of fall. From the colors to the holidays, weather, football and the food, it’s all so magical. And ’tis the season of pumpkins!
Last week we discovered that pumpkin whoopie pies were a favorite at Camp Blue Spruce and we promised to share this fun-to-eat dessert, which is guaranteed to be the center of attention at any Halloween party.
We just adore the happiness in the name itself. No doubt these sweet treats are the ultimate comfort dessert. They’re soft and squishy, cakey and creamy, and absolutely a reason for celebration.
Therefore, with Halloween right around the corner, it’s time for a whoopie party!
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Is There A Place Where Children Can Be Safe?
Imagine a place where boys and girls with life threatening allergies are safe. A place where kids can go through a cafeteria line and safely pick everything they want to eat. Where days and nights are filled with fun indoor and outdoor activities.
A place where children can be independent, confident and carefree.
That place is Camp Blue Spruce. We have the privilege of talking to Louise Tippens, the mom who started Camp Blue Spruce because she didn’t want her child to miss out on summer camp just because of food allergies.
Louise shares her anxieties about raising a child with food allergies in this insightful interview. Many parents have these same worries. See how these anxieties can shift through the different stages of a child’s life. Louise opens up about her struggles and what she did to overcome them.
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Apple Brown Betty
free from gluten and top 8 allergens
Apple lovers rejoice, because apple season is finally here!
We created a version of this classic dessert while working at Walt Disney World to be served during the celebration of Walt Disney’s 100th birthday. This was an exciting year long celebration that took place at all parks and resorts.
While researching Walt’s favorite desserts and having the privilege of talking with both his daughter, the late Diane Miller and his former secretary, the late Lucille Martin, the favorites were uncovered. Walt loved dessert and their cook prepared a sweet treat every night. Diane said her dad loved comfort desserts like Apple Brown Betty, pies, custards, bread pudding, baked apples and jello.
Here’s a tribute to Walt with one of his favorites, Apple Brown Betty, which we made free of the top 8 allergens.
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