Gluten Free Pasta Salad From Leftovers

Gluten Free Pasta Salad From Leftovers

I don’t know about the area in which you live, but we’ve been having extremely hot temperatures in Central California. Yesterday and today were over 107ºF. Having cooler meals are ideal. This gluten free pasta salad recipe is so easy to make using leftovers you have in your refrigerator. I used the leftovers that were available to me. You can use your favorites. Just be sure to include plenty of protein as well as vegetables. Continue reading “Gluten Free Pasta Salad From Leftovers”

Gluten Free Mug Cake: Strawberry Shortcake (Microwaved)

Gluten Free Mug Cake: Strawberry Shortcake (Microwaved)

There are a few advantages to making individually portioned desserts. You can save money, consume less sugar, fat, and calories by avoiding subsequent servings, and they cook up quickly. I enjoy them because you can adjust the toppings and flavors to fit individual needs. Microwave mug cakes are perfect for college students. You may be able to think of additional advantages. If you do, please share them in a comment below. Meanwhile, enjoy! Continue reading “Gluten Free Mug Cake: Strawberry Shortcake (Microwaved)”

How to Make a Simple Syrup

Simple Syrup for Cocktails and Desserts

Simple syrup may be used in cocktails and desserts. You will find desserts that need a thick glossy color and all sorbet recipes call for simple syrup. Using simple syrup along with your desired flavor of flavoring or extract can replace expensive cocktail mixes. Add some soda water and you have yourself homemade soda! Learn how to make a simple syrup.  It’s easy and only calls for sugar and water. Continue reading “How to Make a Simple Syrup”

Creamy Asian Brown Rice Recipe (Naturally Gluten Free)

Asian Rice - Naturally Gluten Free

Each year when I go to the Expo West trade show, in Anaheim, I am honored with a package of a Tasty Bite product. This year they repeated my favorite product, Asian Vegetable Rice. I haven’t looked for it yet in my local store, but I was desperately craving some. So, I created this copycat Asian brown rice recipe. Theirs contains white rice, I believe. Therefore, this recipe contains more fiber, can be made sugar-free and dairy-free, and provides you with plenty of substitution choices. Make it spicy or mild. While the ingredients of Tasty Bite Asian Vegetable Rice is slightly different, this recipe is extremely delicious. You can turn it into a casserole by simply adding your favorite protein. I added cooked, cubed chicken breast. Enjoy! Continue reading “Creamy Asian Brown Rice Recipe (Naturally Gluten Free)”

Easy Gluten Free Chicken and Rice Casserole in 15 Minutes

Gluten Free Chicken and Rice Casserole with Vegtables

On those busy nights, make this gluten free chicken and rice casserole and add your favorite vegetables. Season with salt and pepper or add a tablespoon or two of your favorite sauce. I enjoy pesto in mine occasionally; however, for this one, I just seasoned with salt and pepper. It only takes 15 minutes to cook. Enjoy! Continue reading “Easy Gluten Free Chicken and Rice Casserole in 15 Minutes”

Gluten Free Buttermilk Cream of Potato Soup Recipe

Gluten Free Buttermilk Potato Soup Topped with Bacon Bits

This buttermilk cream of potato soup recipe was almost created in error. I recently had created a Crunchy Gluten Free Onion Rings Recipe for Answers.com. I had soaked the onion rings in buttermilk and had about a third of the rings leftover. I had left them in the refrigerator for about three days and when I opened up the container it smelled amazing! I knew I had to create a soup recipe out of it, and did just that. I have fallen in love with this soup and will definitely be making it again. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Continue reading “Gluten Free Buttermilk Cream of Potato Soup Recipe”