Category: Gluten Free Vegetarian Recipes

Almost 300 gluten free vegetarian recipes safe for those on a lacto-vegetarian diet and those with celiac disease and gluten intolerance. Most recipes are soy free, as well.

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5-Star Gluten Free Bechamel Sauce

Gluten Free Ravioli with Bechamel Sauce

Béchamel (pronounced: bay shoe mel) is a velvety smooth white sauce that can be used as is or turn it into a number of variations. You’ll love it because it is a fast way to turn a plain meal into a decadence followed by a string of compliments. Using bechamel as a base sauce, you can turn it into a white cheese sauce or cheddar cheese sauce. You can even add wine and/or cream.  Your guests and family will surely be impressed. Continue reading “5-Star Gluten Free Bechamel Sauce”

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Gluten Free Cream Cheese Polenta Cakes (or Goat Cheese)

Gluten Free Cream Cheese Polenta Cake Appetizers

Are you guilty of serving the same old side dishes or appetizers? Tonight, I created these gluten free polenta cakes to change things up a bit. My husband and I fell in love with them. The crunchy topping was a nice touch. You can make them with cream cheese or goat cheese. I used cream cheese. Try them and let me know how you and yours enjoyed them.
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Gluten Free Gougeres Appetizer Ring and Disks + Cheese Veggie Dip

Gluten Free-Gougeres Appetizer Ring and Disks

Having a party or gathering with friends? Class it up with a fancy French appetizer that is easy to make yet decadent, a gluten free gougeres ring. Serve this light and hollow French pastry dough ring that is mixed with cheese filled with cheese dip (beer or wine optional) mixed with sauteed veggies, topped with cream cheese. Also easy to make, are the pastry disks (gluten free pate choux) used to gather the dip. In a nutshell, it all can only be described as indecent. Save your confessions for your scale on Monday and dip away! Did anyone say “appy hour”? Continue reading “Gluten Free Gougeres Appetizer Ring and Disks + Cheese Veggie Dip”

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Gluten Free Italian Easter Bread (Almond, Lemon, or Vanilla)

Braided Gluten Free Italian Easter Bread - Almond, Lemon, or Vanilla

The texture of this Gluten Free Italian Easter Bread is between a pound cake and bread, and maybe a scone. It is moist due to the cream cheese, which lends a rich and creamy flavor and texture. I also have a Gluten Free Dairy Free Easter Bread Recipe.  However, with this cream cheese version, I really wouldn’t have made it any other way. Serve a small, warm slice with butter for brunch or cooled as a dessert with coffee, tea, or milk. Watch the three videos! Continue reading “Gluten Free Italian Easter Bread (Almond, Lemon, or Vanilla)”

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Gluten Free Oat & Rice Bread Recipe (or Sorghum & Rice) Bread Machine or Oven

Gluten Free Brown Rice and Oat Bread Sandwiches

Everyone is always asking me what is my favorite gluten free bread recipe. Until today, I have always enjoyed Gluten Free Oat Bread. However, this newest recipe is over the top soft, has the perfect gluten-like texture, and tastes great! Make it in an oven or bread machine. Check out the texture in this video at Gluten Free Brown Rice & Oat Bread Video. Continue reading “Gluten Free Oat & Rice Bread Recipe (or Sorghum & Rice) Bread Machine or Oven”

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Gluten Free Chiffon Cake (Dairy-Free) Vanilla, Chocolate, Lemon, or Almond

Gluten Free Chiffon Cake

Everyone will enjoy this gluten free chiffon cake and will never know it is gluten free. Serve this cake topped with strawberry or cherry compote or pie filling and whipped cream. Remove a small section and fill with chocolate ganache. The possibilities are endliess! The best part about this recipe is that you can leave it covered at room temperature for several days. (Most gluten free baked goods need to be kept frozen to stay fresh.) Continue reading “Gluten Free Chiffon Cake (Dairy-Free) Vanilla, Chocolate, Lemon, or Almond”

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Gluten Free St. Patrick’s Day Cookies (with Dairy Free Options)

Gluten Free St. Patrick's Day Cookies (Gingerbread, Crunchy Chocolate, or Buttery Cut-Out)

You can make one of my favorite gluten free cookie recipes for St. Patrick’s Day and cut them into your desired shapes. They don’t have to be cut into clovers if you don’t have a clover cookie cutter. Any shape will do. How you decorate can turn them into a festive treat. Choose from gingerbread (shown), buttery cut-out, or crunchy chocolate cookie recipes. I like the idea of gingerbread cookies for the “ginger” (red-head) in your life for St. Patrick’s Day or for anyone! Continue reading “Gluten Free St. Patrick’s Day Cookies (with Dairy Free Options)”