When I was growing up as a child, our eldest sister used to give every person in our family a See’s Easter egg. I loved the ones filled with chocolate ganache and walnuts. My husband is a rocky roader-lover. So, I decided to make them rocky road-style for him. You can easily omit the marshmallows if desired. Meanwhile, they pretty easy to make. It just takes time for me the chocolate to set. I hope you enjoy this recipe. They make nice Easter gifts. I’m heading over to my neighbor with one right now. Continue reading “Gluten Free Rocky Road Easter Eggs”
Gluten Free Feta and Roasted Shallot Puff Pastry Tart
When I first tasted this gluten free puff pastry dough, I could have cried. I never thought in my wildest imagination that I would eat anything like this ever again. Make this impressive gluten free puffed pastry tart, using the same dough, for guest or any special occasion. No one would ever guess it is gluten free. Top with roasted shallots that melt in your mouth and chunks of feta or your favorite soft cheese and roasted vegetables. It is to die for! Enjoy. Continue reading “Gluten Free Feta and Roasted Shallot Puff Pastry Tart”
Silk Dyed Easter Eggs
Learn how to easily dye Easter eggs using scraps of silk from neckties, scarves, and old clothing. That’s all it takes is silk fabric, water, and white vinegar to create beautiful silk-dyed Easter eggs. I also provide an egg-free Easter coloring alternative for those with kids who are allergic to eggs. Have fun!ggs. Have fun! Continue reading “Silk Dyed Easter Eggs”
Gluten Free Blueberry Cake
Having had some blueberry sauce leftover from a holiday mini pie that I made for my husband, I whipped up this gluten free blueberry cake. It was delicious and reminds me that Spring is here! You can use any flavor gluten free can pie filling, strawberry, cherry, etc. I provide the two brands that I recommend. Continue reading “Gluten Free Blueberry Cake”
Gluten Free Puff Pastry Breakfast Ring (Bacon, Sausage, Ham, or Veggie)
One of my Facebook followers requested a savory ring recipe. I decided to create thisĀ gluten freeĀ crescent breakfast ring. I added bacon. Choose between two dough recipes and either scrambled or hard boiled eggs. You can also add cheese. This recipe is perfect for using up leftover meat, eggs, and veggies. You can even hide bacon under the puff pastry as you see in the photo or add mouthwatering sausage. It’s absolutely delicious! Continue reading “Gluten Free Puff Pastry Breakfast Ring (Bacon, Sausage, Ham, or Veggie)”
Gluten Free Italian Fig Cookies – Cuccidati – Occidate – Buccellati
Served during Christmas and on St. Joseph’s Day, these ItalianĀ fig cookies (Sicilian treasures) were made by my grandmother, aunt, and now two generations of cousins. Make them for any special occasion or holiday. They were not made gluten free, but they are now! Make them soft like Fig Newtons or crunchy like biscotti. People that are not on a gluten free diet usually enjoy them more than their traditional counterpart. Continue reading “Gluten Free Italian Fig Cookies – Cuccidati – Occidate – Buccellati”
Gluten Free Banana Nut (or Coconut) Upside Down Cake
Do you love upside down cakes? I surely do! I have made a pineapple upside down cake, apple upside down cake, and now this moist gluten free banana upside down cake. They’re all delicious says my cookbook recipe testers. Continue reading “Gluten Free Banana Nut (or Coconut) Upside Down Cake”
Gluten Free Pie Crust Recipe (Blind Baked)
I like to blind bake pie crust for pies that contain custard-based fillings such as pumpkin, sweet potato, and custard. A chef shared a little secret which I implemented in this blind baked gluten free pie crust recipe. It calls for a simple ingredient already in your pantry. It keeps the crust nice and crunchy instead of soggy on the bottom. I used this recipe to make a sweet potato pie which I will soon share with you as well. Continue reading “Gluten Free Pie Crust Recipe (Blind Baked)”
Gluten Free Easter Cake – Colomba Pasquale – Italian Dove Bread
This gluten free Colomba recipe may be served as a sweet bread on Easter with ham or at breakfast or brunch. It is an Italian tradition. You may form it into its traditional dove shape by using paper molds or use a standard ring baking pan as I did. This bread is tender and not as sweet as cake, but sweeter than bread. Make it with dairy or dairy-free. Add your choice of dried or glazed fruit. It’s simply delicious! It’s a little like a bear claw pastry. Happy Easter! Continue reading “Gluten Free Easter Cake – Colomba Pasquale – Italian Dove Bread”
Gluten Free Italian Easter Pie
Being raised in a half Italian, Catholic family, surprisingly, I wasn’t familiar with Italian Easter Pie until I ran across a recipe couple of years ago. It contains a sandwich filling which bakes right inside the bread dough. I’ve had it on my list of to do’s ever since. I finally created a gluten free Italian Easter pie. The dough is much like flatbread or rustic Italian pizza. The filling is traditional using ricotta cheese, ham, and eggs. I hope you enjoy it. It’s perfect for an Easter brunch. However, traditionally, it is served on Easter Saturday, the day before Easter. Continue reading “Gluten Free Italian Easter Pie”