Gluten Free Lefse (Scandinavian or Norwegian Flatbread)

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Lefse is a soft flatbread, similar to a tortilla. This gluten free lefse recipe is no different. It is often made of potatoes, however you may use gluten-free potato buds (see link below for a gluten free brand). There are many different versions of lefse. The Norwegian version is made of flour, usually potato, cream, sometimes lard, and cooked on a griddle. Special tools are usually used to make lefse, even gluten free lefse. Most people use a griddle, a rolling pin cover, and a lefse stick to turn them over. However, if you get creative you can make them with other tools and pans (see Tips section below.) When using fresh potatoes, you need to use a ricer. However, this recipe calls for Potato Buds instead of fresh potatoes. I know not everyone owns a ricer. I will publish a recipe for lefse made with fresh potatoes another day. Meanwhile, enjoy this recipe!

For a similar recipe, not calling for boxed potatoes, see my Soft Gluten Free Naan (Indian Flat Bread). It has received many raved reviews.

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Sugar-Free Dairy-Free Gluten Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

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With the advent of the new year, I thought you would appreciate a healthier choice for a gluten free cookie recipe. This classic gluten free oatmeal raisin cookie recipe is made with ground oats instead of whole and is sweetened with stevia, dates, and as an option, less or non-refined brown sugar. You may use gluten free oat flour, if desired.  Bon appetite! Continue reading “Sugar-Free Dairy-Free Gluten Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe”

Grain-Free Gluten Free Bread with Almond Flour (Gum-Free)

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One of my Facebook followers requested a gluten free paleo bread recipe with almond flour. Neither my husband or I are on a paleo diet, but it sounded wonderful. While many paleo dieters avoid yeast, other do consume it. This recipe is yeast-based. I will make another one in the near future using baking powder and/or baking soda for those who do not consume yeast. Meanwhile, this bread has a soft crust due to the psyllium husk powder, the texture enables you to fold the bread, and is truly delicious. Enjoy! Continue reading “Grain-Free Gluten Free Bread with Almond Flour (Gum-Free)”

Mini Fried Gluten Free Pies: Sweet or Savory (Dairy-Free)

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When you just cannot deal with rolling a double gluten free pie crust, these mini fried gluten free pies are ideal. However, unlike pie crust, they are crunchy. You may fill them with sweet or savory fillings. For my test recipe I just used Comstock fruit pie filling. Both Comstock and Wilderness brands are gluten free. These little gems are similar to empanadas (Spanish pies), but instead of baking them, you fry them. When empanadas are made in smaller sizes to serve as appetizers, such as these, they are named tapas. You may wish to check out my savory gluten free empanada filling (the crust on that recipe is a traditional gluten free pie crust), or my homemade sauteed apples for a healthier filling, if you’re not a quick open-a-can type of person. Continue reading “Mini Fried Gluten Free Pies: Sweet or Savory (Dairy-Free)”

Gluten Free Potato Leek Soup

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My 99 year old father is visiting with us for a couple of weeks and he eats plenty of soft foods. Cream soups are his favorite. He’s grows tired of the same soups. Though he still enjoys my Creamy Broccoli Soup and Creamy Cauliflower Soup, I thought I would make him something new. This Gluten Free Potato Leek Soup his one of his new faves as he really enjoy leeks over onions, as do I. I hope you enjoy this recipe as well. Continue reading “Gluten Free Potato Leek Soup”

Gluten Free Yule Log

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This gluten free yule log recipe, also known as a roulade, is a slight variation of my Flourless Gluten Free Chocolate Roll Cake Roulade Recipe except this one is not coated in chocolate. If you use white frosting as a filling, it is sweet enough on its own. However, you can certainly use whipped cream, if desired. If using whipped cream, be sure to see the tips below to create it with more structure for it to roll nicely. Meanwhile, I hope you enjoy this recipe. Happy holidays! Continue reading “Gluten Free Yule Log”