Category: FOOD

Berry Patriotic Parfaits

admin May 22, 2013 1 Comment
I like to have something “fun” to eat for days like Memorial Day, July 4 etc.  Something red, white and blue to help commemorate the day.  But I also do not always have time to make something complicated.  But these little parfaits are just the quickest, easiest and cutest thing to make!   I used little plastic shot glasses for these parfaits.  Making them “mini” is great for a...

Gluten Free Banana Cupcakes (And Allergy Friendly Too)

admin May 18, 2013 3 Comments
These gluten free banana cupcakes are quite moist and tasty; and allergy friendly too!  Not quite a muffin, but not quite a cupcake either, these delightful little cakes have just the right amount of banana flavoring.  I’m actually not crazy about bananas, but I will eat these. You could top them with frosting if you would want to make them more cupcake like.  In the following picture I...

How To Know When Your Avocado is Ripe and Ready

admin May 15, 2013 2 Comments
Have you ever cut an avocado open and it’s just mush?  Or how about cut one open and it’s so hard you cannot scoop it out?  Do you struggle with knowing when an avocado is “just right” to eat?   I did until I found a great tip about avocado readiness.  I like to give credit where credit is due, but I have been using this tip for so long now, I am not sure where I read it or found...

Banana Orange Pops

admin May 9, 2013 6 Comments
Go out and buy your BPA free popsicle molds!  I’m bringing you a popsicle recipe; Banana Orange to be precise!   Nothing is better on a warm afternoon than a popsicle!  Even better, when you make your own popsicles, you can use way less sugar or an unrefined sugar.  Homemade pops are much healthier than store bought.  Plus, making them is fun!  And let’s not forget easy. This popsicle...

Allergy Free Blackberry Muffins

admin May 5, 2013 4 Comments
What is better than a moist, fruity muffin for breakfast? I love muffins…any time of day.  So today I bring you a Blackberry Muffin.    It is gluten, milk and egg free, as well as free of soy, peanuts and tree nuts.  And it is still mighty delicious.  I adapted this recipe from The Food Allergy Mama’s Baking Book.  I am a big fan of Bob’s Red Mill All Purpose Gluten Free Flour so that...

Grilled Asparagus

admin May 3, 2013 2 Comments
Despite the cold and gloomy weather I have started grilling season.  And one thing I love to grill is asparagus!   Asparagus used to be one of my least favorite vegetables, but it has now become one of my top 3 vegetables.  I think it is because of the grill.  There is just something about grilled vegetables.  It brings out an irresistible flavor.   If you do not care for asparagus, give...

Allergic Solution – A Premium Allergen Free Food Company – Product Review

admin May 1, 2013 2 Comments
While surfing the internet, I stumbled upon Allergic Solution, A Premium Allergen Free Food Products Company.  I contacted them and they sent me 4 packages of their products to try.  The opinions below are strictly mine and my family’s.  Before we get to that let’s talk a little about Allergic Solution.  This company creates foods that are high fiber and high in nutrients while having a...

Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies

admin April 26, 2013 4 Comments
Today I bring you Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies-Allergy Free. Yep, that’s right!   I adapted this recipe from my Babycakes Covers the Classics cookbook by Erin McKenna. I’m sure you’ll enjoy them as much as we do.  They are simple and easy to prepare.  Enjoy! Also shared at Slightly Indulgent Tuesday . Gluten Free Friday . Allergy Free Wednesday.

Gluten Free Finds, Berry Bushes, and Fruit Snacks

admin April 19, 2013 6 Comments
I get a “rush” when I find good deals or interesting things while grocery shopping.  It’s even more fun now that I have a blog and can share my finds with you! If you read my three part series about grocery shopping you already know that I shop Whole Foods, Trader Joes, regular supermarkets and Aldi.  Yes, Aldi.  This is the store that helps me keeps the grocery bill “lower” due to...

Herbed Chicken With Asparagus, Red Onion and Millet With A White Wine Sauce

admin April 14, 2013 2 Comments
Herbed Chicken With Asparagus, Red Onion, and Millet Served With a White Wine Sauce.  Sounds delectable, right?  And reads like a menu item of a nice restaurant.  In fact, you make this and you will enjoy a meal just as good as or better than a restaurant one.  And you will not spend near the amount of money you would at a restaurant.  Or better yet.  Consider preparing this for company! ...