Gluten-Free (or easily adapted) Recipes

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How to Cook Millet…and a delicious salad recipe!

A few months ago, it occurred to me that I had never cooked millet.  Always one to use a variety of grains, it was time to add millet to my grocery list.  For my first attempt, I followed the package instructions and overcooked it…a lot.  Undaunted, I gave that batch to our grateful chickens and…

Baked Greens with Mushrooms and Blue Cheese

As my garden grows and local market stands overflow with spring greens, I have been diving deeper into one of my two assigned food trends:  bitter greens.  For those who may not have read previously, I am on a yearlong journey with Sargento Cheese, developing recipes and exploring the food trends that were developed by…

Rhubarb Streusel Muffins

A lovely balance of sweet and tangy with a tender crumb, Rhubarb Streusel Muffins are sure to become a seasonal favorite. The recipe makes a big batch too! When short-lived, seasonal ingredients that you really enjoy become available, do you feel compelled to eat them with abandon to get your fill? With many fruits and vegetables,…

Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies

Three basic ingredients come together with ease in this flourless, dairy-free cookie that is sure to become a favorite!    This recipe originally came from my friend Abby, who has a delightful blog called Manila Spoon. Besides being incredibly easy, the cookies are grain- and dairy-free to boot. My gluten-free dad adores them, yet those who can…

Velvety Chocolate Mousse and a Guide to Unrefined Sweeteners by Chef Amber Shea Crawley

Whenever possible, I like to use natural sweeteners–pure maple syrup being a favorite–and try to limit overall sugars in general.  I do have a sweet tooth, so it is an ongoing challenge! With wider access to a broad range of sweeteners, I have started to dabble with options such as coconut sugar and stevia and…

Rhubarb Bars

The sweet-tart flavor and slightly gooey filling, which is balanced by a crisp crust, make these bars a must when rhubarb is in season! Happy Mother’s Day! Not only is the following dessert a favorite of my mother, the timing is ideal, as rhubarb’s short season is upon us. If you haven’t baked with rhubarb before,…

Homemade Cashew Milk — an easy option to almond or soy milk

A couple of weeks ago, I was chatting with my friend Daina after a yoga class and, as it often does, the conversation turned to food.  Daina is a master gardener and a talented cook who crafts healthy and delicious recipes with ease.  When she mentioned her favorite go-to dinner which incorporated her homemade cashew…

Spice-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Everything Sauce

This recipe will make excellent use out of the spices that are likely in your cabinet-and as the name of the optional sauce implies, it’s quite versatile!   When the first burst of warm weather arrives each spring, I get so excited to cook outside.  There is something so relaxing and enjoyable about a meal…

Everything Sauce

Lacking a better name for this sauce, I call it my “everything” sauce because it seems to taste great with almost everything!  I typically make it for my Spice-Rubbed Grilled Chicken, and I frequently use leftovers drizzled on steamed veggies, as a light, flavorful pasta sauce, or as a tasty alternative to mayonnaise. Over the…

14 Spice Rub for Chicken

If you typically look away (as I do!) when you see a recipe with a long list of ingredients, stay with me on this one.  Taking a few minutes to mix this list of spices will reward you with the most incredibly flavored grilled chicken.  The best part?  Once you have your jarful of spices,…

Gluten-Free Bread

With crusty edges, soft insides, and an appealing taste, this loaf is hands-down the best gluten-free bread that has come out of my kitchen. Over time, I have found there are so many excellent ways to navigate easily around gluten and not feel deprived. Through trial and error, I have found worthy substitutes for items…

Spiced Pecans

These crisp, sweet nuts are easy to prepare and make a delightful hostess or holiday gift. Sprinkle in salads or enjoy by the handful!   My aunt, who grew up in the original Fountain Avenue kitchen, shared this simple recipe with me years ago, and it has been a favorite in our house ever since.…

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