the gluten free yogi

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  • A Refreshing, Sweet & Zangy Smoothie

    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…

  • Winter 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…

  • Gluten 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…

  • Gluten 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…

  • Gluten 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…

  • Sour 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…

  • Gluten 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…

  • Gluten 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…

  • Mango & Coconut Tropical Oatmeal

    A warm bowl of oatmeal is an ideal way to start your day during the colder months.  For those of you that have gone gluten free, this is a creative but quick breakfast.  With a gluten free oatmeal, add your favorite fruits, nuts, spices and sweeteners.  At one of my last doctor’s visits, my doctor…

  • Rob’s Jamaican Curry Chicken

    or “Rasta” Rob’s Jamaican “Curried” Chicken Sometimes life offers us these little gems we went for so long without, and we wonder how we ever got by.  When I met my fiancé, he raved about a chicken and curry dish he had at a Jamaican place.  Being picky, I was reluctant to try his interpretation…