Carla's Gluten Free Recipe Box
1,900 Gluten Free Recipes by Retired Recipe Developer, Carla Spacher
Gluten free recipes which are kid-friendly where vegetables are hidden, flavors are not strong, and plenty of snacks and desserts. They may contain cheese, ketchup and more kids’ favorites.
The kids are either back to school or getting ready to do so, and it’s back to a busy schedule for some. Whether you have children or just a busy schedule, this pork loin and potatoes recipe with a sweet and savory glaze may help you deal with this busy time, as this is one of my easy, 30 minute gluten free dinner recipes. It’s so tender! Continue reading “Gluten Free Pork Loin and Potatoes with Balsamic and Honey Sauce”
Needing some gluten free almond paste for an upcoming recipe that I’m creating, I decided to make my own. Though you may grind your own blanch almonds, which I did, you will find that most blanched almond flour has a smoother texture than freshly ground almonds from a food processor. I chose to use agave syrup in this recipe, as it react much slower in your blood stream than honey or sugar. Most sweeteners spike your blood sugar levels. Many people now are borderline diabetics that agave really is a smarter choice. This almond paste is not very sweet, therefore, you may add a tad bit more agave, but not too much or you’ll be on your way to making marzipan instead. As an alternative you may substitute the agave with honey. I love that this almond paste recipe can be made in about 10 minutes. Continue reading “Gluten Free Almond Paste and Gluten Free Marzipan”
All blueberry sauce recipes may not be gluten free, but most are, provided you use a gluten free starch. Most blueberry sauce recipes call for starch, whether cornstarch, or possibly tapioca or potato starch in a gluten free blueberry sauce recipe. When using the recipe below, no starch is needed, as it is already included in the confectioner’s sugar (powdered sugar). Most powdered sugar you find in the supermarkets contain cornstarch. If you’re corn intolerant, or like to avoid GMO (genetically modified engineered) products, and you’re fortunate enough to live near a Trader Joe’s store, check out their Organic Powdered Sugar. It is made with tapioca starch, and a less refined sugar, evaporated cane juice. Continue reading “Blueberry Sauce Using Powdered Sugar For Gluten Free Desserts”
One of the many old traditions of red velvet cake is a southern one. During the Civil War families believed that baking a red cake would keep their men home, where it was safe. In this gluten free red velvet cake recipe, the “velvet” comes from its moisture, in this case the the additional eggs and oil. It is as moist and velvety as it looks. Enjoy! Continue reading “Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake and Cream Cheese Frosting”
Do you love chewy cookies? Then you’ll surely fall for these. Their sugar-coated crust increases chewiness and creates a delightful texture. They contain less molasses than traditional molasses cookies, but they’re everyone’s favorite. Continue reading “Chewy Gluten Free Molasses Cookies – Almost”
This gluten free sweet and sour chicken recipe was adapted from a recipe in Food and Wine magazine. The sauce may be made thick or more saucy and the sauce may be pureed, if desired. My version is lower in calorie and fat, as it is skinless. Serve it atop brown or white rice. Either way, this a gourmet treat, like no other gluten free sweet and sour chicken you’ve ever had! Continue reading “Gluten Free Sweet and Sour Chicken”
On behalf of my paleo diet friends, I created this gluten free pancakes recipe which is grain free and sugar free. Of course, this doesn’t prevent anyone else from dowsing it with maple syrup. Another alternative, which is what I did, is to dust them with organic powdered sugar (evaporated cane juice). I get mine from Trader Joe’s. These are gluten free, sugar free, grain free, dairy free, corn free, and soy free. These are ideal for those looking for gluten free diabetic recipes, as well as paleo. Enjoy! Continue reading “Sugar Free Gluten Free Pancakes – Almond Flax”
I had a request for an egg free gluten free bread and decided to create this one. Though it is not dairy free, you may be able to experiment with it on your own. In deciding in which direction to take, I ran across a gluten free buttermilk bread recipe which only called for starches, and no need to rise, though it contained yeast. I was very curious how this would turn out. I tweaked it a bit before experimenting and ended up with what I believe to be the most flavorful white gluten free bread yet. I did not allow it to rise, though next time I definitely will, as it is just a bit heavy, but perfect for a French loaf or rolls. I didn’t care for the heavyweight in the sliced loaf, though it is definitely kid-friendly. Fresh out of the oven, it is to die for! The French loaf crust was a bit crunchy and the crust on the rolls was soft. Enjoy!
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I have been wanting to create a gluten free vanilla wafers recipe for sometime now. It’s finally here. Now, you can make that banana cream pie or banana pudding you used to make. This recipe was adapted from Food Network’s Chef Alton Brown’s recipe for Vanilla Wafers. They are just wonderful. I’m thinking of replacing my gluten free milano cookies recipe for this recipe instead. Whether you make them bite size or regular size, they are a treat. They brought back some great memories from when I was young, as well as when my kids were young. There are a couple of variations which you can check out below in the Tips area. I hope you enjoy them.
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Happy Easter everyone! For those staying home on a tight budget, making a gluten free meatloaf surrounding boiled eggs may make your Easter special. This easy gluten free recipe takes just two simple additional steps. You may use your choice of meat: ground beef, chicken, lamb, pork, or a combination thereof. I hope it makes your meatloaf and Easter a special one. Continue reading “Gluten Free Meatloaf Recipes with Boiled Eggs”