Warm Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad with Crispy Chickpeas

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In Day 9 of the Authors’ Gluten-Free Recipes and KitchenAid Pro Stand Mixer Giveaway Event, Robert Rose Inc Publishers present one of the amazing gluten free recipes from 500 Best Quinoa Recipes by Camilla V. Saulsbury. Quinoa salads are very popular among gluten free dieters, and I have never been a big fan of them, however, this is one of my exceptions! Flavor bursts out from almost every ingredient. I hope you enjoy it! Continue reading “Warm Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad with Crispy Chickpeas”

Gluten Free Scalloped Potatoes Microwaved

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With the holidays approaching, I thought I would make a few easier, or at least faster, recipes for that busy time of year. No one enjoys scalloped potatoes more than we do (me and the hubby), but we don’t eat them often, not only because they’re loaded with calories and fat, but because they just take so long to bake. I was having a craving for them recently, and with not much time left to make them, I had to experiment on whether or not microwaving them would work. Sure enough, it did! They turned out perfectly! So, when you’re having a craving for scalloped potatoes, consider this recipe. I’m sure you’ll enjoy it as much as we did. Continue reading “Gluten Free Scalloped Potatoes Microwaved”

Stuffed Raw Zucchini Appetizers

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In preparation for the upcoming holidays, I have begun my recipe development of new gluten free appetizers. During the holidays I tend to make rich, fattier appetizers, but I thought I’d go a bit healthier for a change. One can only tolerate plain vegetable platters for so long. This is my fancier version of a vegetable platter, with a bit of an Italian flair. It calls for zucchini slices, ricotta cheese, and basil. It makes a wonderful compliment when you’re serving other Italian dishes. Though it makes a beautiful presentation either way. Continue reading “Stuffed Raw Zucchini Appetizers”

Homemade Gluten Free Ricotta Cheese

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In preparation for my tomorrow’s blog post on a gluten free appetizer recipe, I thought I’d share my homemade ricotta cheese recipe. Making your own ricotta cheese ensures no gluten cross-contamination. Though most makers of ricotta do not use gluten in their factories, they may use gluten as a thickening agent, or their thickening agents may be cross-contaminated with gluten. Continue reading “Homemade Gluten Free Ricotta Cheese”

Colorful Gluten Free Quinoa Salad

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I’m not one big on quinoa salad, as I usually enjoy my food either cold or hot. And most of the gluten free quinoa salad recipes I’ve tried are not flavorful enough for me. I finally got this recipe right, though. The pineapple really makes this dish flavorful, so much that I didn’t even need a dressing. You can always top it with lemon, though, for even more flavor, or even your favorite salad dressing. In addition, if you replace the corn with other vegetables, you can makes this dish not only gluten free, but corn-free and grain-free. I hope you enjoy this recipe, as it brings a lot of color to the table. Continue reading “Colorful Gluten Free Quinoa Salad”

Gluten Free Espresso Recipes and Flavored Lattes

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In preparation for my development of a gluten free tiramisu recipe, I thought I’d share my easy homemade espresso recipe with you. Espresso is rich, strong coffee which can be used in various coffee recipes such as cappuccino, latte, and even pumpkin latte, which I provide instructions below. Why visit Starbucks when you can make your own espresso recipes right at home and have them all completely gluten free? Continue reading “Gluten Free Espresso Recipes and Flavored Lattes”

Baked Gluten Free Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet Potato French Fries

This month, Joy Bauer’s recipe contribution comes from her Celiac Disease Recipes Collection. Low in fat and sodium, this gluten free sweet potato fries recipe is absolutely delicious without a thing added to them besides a little olive oil cooking spray. We found them a welcome change in our gluten free dinner menu. Fries don’t have to be crispy and drenched in oil to taste great. If you haven’t made them yet, I’m sure you’ll agree. Thank you again, Joy for your healthy gluten free recipes. Continue reading “Baked Gluten Free Sweet Potato Fries”

Gluten Free Fruit Sandwiches

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No gluten free bread on hand? Not a problem! By slicing apples or firm pears you have a healthy substitute. Of course, fruit sandwiches may not go with your favorite gluten free cold cuts, but an almond butter, peanut butter, or whatever your favorite butter may be, is the perfect compliment to fresh fruit, and provides your protein. However, sliced chicken or turkey on apples may work well. In addition, nut butter also provides adhesion so that your add-ons stick together, without falling out. Whatever you choose, you cannot go wrong with fresh fruit. It’s delicious and nutritious! Continue reading “Gluten Free Fruit Sandwiches”