Receiving an armful of mandarin oranges keeps my creative juices and blender both flowing. This refreshing, sweet and zangy drink pops with a little bit of Raspberry Seltzer Water. Zap those taste buds awake! Blend: 1 banana 2 handfuls frozen strawberries 2 mandarin oranges or tangerines 1 small can of pineapple juice Once blended, pour Raspberry…
Read MoreWinter Green Smoothie
Every winter it seems as if someone is handing me an armful of mandarin oranges. Mandarins have such a sweet and tangy taste and they’re easy to eat. Tiring of things too easily, I gain most of my enjoyment by being creative with what I have. Make this sweet, glass full of vitamins, perfect for…
Read MoreGluten Free/Dairy Free Pizza: From The “BEST GF Crust” to GF Pizza Bagels & Mexican Pizza
You mean I can’t have my favorite local pizza ever again? Possibly, this same question came across your mind within moments of realizing you are indeed gluten intolerant. But as with many of the other great foods you thought you could no longer eat, you find alternatives to still enjoy your favorites. So, you can…
Read MoreBreakin’ It Down: Gluten Destroying Enzymes
Some wise words: “Listen to you mother, she knows best.” My health nut mom had asked me a few times, “Isn’t there an enzyme out there we could take that could help break down the proteins of gluten?” The thought stuck with me, but as I was just researching “proline” and gliadin I came across…
Read MoreGluten and Dairy Free: Boneless Buffalo Bites
Editors Note: Lately I have taken a flour-short cut when it comes to preparing this recipe! Instead of the double dredging technique I originally posted I: Mix 1 egg, 3/4 c coconut milk, and 1/2 tsp each of salt, pepper, cayenne, paprika, and garlic powder in a small mixing bowl. Put the chicken pieces into…
Read MoreGluten Free Cajun Baked French Fries
Cajun Baked French Fries Recipe adapted from Erin Alderson @ naturallyella.com Cook time: About 40 minutes Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes 4 Tbsp. peanut oil 1 Tbsp. oregano ½ Tbsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. black pepper Sprinkling of salt Sprinklings of Cajun seasoning Sprinkling of fresh herbs (optional) Directions: -Preheat oven to 425 degrees. -In a…
Read MoreDeep Diaphragmatic Breathing: Turn Off & Tune “IN”
Have you ever felt as if there is a “void” in your life, as if, something was missing? Perhaps, or maybe you have finally found the perfect plug to fill your void. But, what if no “plug” was needed? Having a chronic illness, I can look back on my life and realize: I once was…
Read MoreSour Green Smoothie
Does your mother know the foods that you love and the foods that you despise? It seems like ever since I was a child, I was amazed how my mom couldn’t keep it straight. “No, I hate tomatoes!” I’d have to tell her again and again. Before a recent visit to my parents’ house in…
Read MoreGluten Free/ Dairy Free Pumpkin Pancakes
For the past few years, I would excitedly enter into Trader Joe’s in early Autumn expecting to see their Pumpkin Pancake & Waffle Mix finally on the shelves. To tell you the truth, when I first became a confused gluten free eater, I was worried I would never be able to indulge in this particular…
Read MoreGluten Free/Dairy Free: Pesto, Avocado & Arugula Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Oh my, it has been months since I had me a grilled cheese. Currently, I’m visiting family, and to my surprise there was gluten free bread in the freezer and dairy free cheese in the fridge. Trying to recreate one of my favorite grilled cheeses I created this combination with the materials on hand. Ingredients…
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