Berry Fruit Roll-Ups

Fruit leather packs a sweet, tarty chew that’s ready at a moment’s notice. I used strawberries and raspberries for this fruit leather recipe, but you have a lot of options. You might also like:Herbed Goat CheeseValencia Orange CakeHomemade Candied Nuts

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Fried Cauliflower with Yogurt Tahini Sauce

I’ve been in search of excuses to eat yogurt tahini sauce recipes that go well with yogurt tahini sauce. Two of my favorites right now are fried cauliflower and falafel (a grain-free AND a gluten-free version, coming soon). You might … Continue reading

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Raspberry Rice Crispy Treats

I’m always looking for portable snacks and treats to help keep us going a little longer, whether at school, work, travel, or play. Here’s a light, sweet, gluten-free snack that’s easy to pack. If you like breakfast bars that are … Continue reading

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Roasted Moroccan Carrots, Brisket with Onion Gravy, and some Passover and Easter Treats

You may be getting down to the wire on Passover and Easter menu planning (or maybe just I am), so I wanted to share a simple meal that I’m making, in case you’re still in search of ideas and recipes. … Continue reading

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Root Fries with Roasted Tomato Chutney

I’ve been playing around with the whole “fry” thing. The butternut squash fries recipe was a hit for many, and for some, well, let’s just say that it didn’t quite satisfy their desire for a “potato-like” fry. I too was … Continue reading

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Chocolate Chip Muffins (using coconut flour)

Here’s a little treat I’ve recently added to my day, since it has been highly compressed lately (the day, not the treat). I pop one or more of these (ok, at least three of the mini muffins) in my mouth … Continue reading

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Toasted Sesame Dressing on a Rainbow Salad

I’m always on the lookout for great salads. I’m forever trying to discover new salad combos and dressings. Here’s my latest salad/slaw obsession. You might also like:Mocha PopsiclesVegetarian and Chicken Dumplings (and our Crohn’s …Raspberry Rice Crispy Treats

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Butternut Squash Fries

Fries are… kid food (for the kid in all of us), finger food, salty, sweet, crunchy, munchy, and just plain fun. Especially years ago when I didn’t want to touch much else at fast food restaurants. I’d just order a … Continue reading

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Homemade Ketchup

When we began to change our diet a few years ago, most commercial ketchup brands had corn syrup in it. Some still do, but even so, if you’re avoiding processed sugars, making your own ketchup ensures that you won’t be … Continue reading

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Spinach Mushroom Frittata

Here’s what I’ve been eating while on the run this week. It’s fairly quick to make and it’s a recipe based on veggie leftovers. I ran around all day last Saturday, dashing in and out of the car to avoid … Continue reading

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