This quick and simple cranberry chia seed jam is seriously so goooood! Cranberries, by nature, are tart and that is exactly why I love this jam. The final product is also a stunning color! Why Chia Seeds? Jellies and jams are typically made with the addition of a thickener called pectin. Pectin is a starch…
Gluten-Free Yeast Dinner Rolls
I made no less than about 12 batches of these gluten-free yeast dinner rolls until I got them just right! Not kidding. I tried different flours, adding eggs, and varying amounts of yeast. Pretty sure I was having a dance party in my kitchen when I finally got it! I think it’s important that I…
Thanksgiving Turkey Cheeseball (Gluten-Free)
It’s a turkey. It’s a cheeseball. It’s a turkey cheeseball!! I know that most people bring luxurious, time-consuming, warm and inviting dishes to Thanksgiving. What do I bring? This turkey cheeseball!! It’s cute and kitchy and it’s kind of fun to see my family’s reactions to it every year. 2018 marks nine years that this…
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chowder (Gluten-Free/Paleo)
This pumpkin chowder is a great recipe to make for a cozy Sunday afternoon. It would even be perfect to help warm up after a long night of trick-or treating! I absolutely love to use pureed pumpkin. Just the stuff you can find in a can in the grocery store. It’s so versatile and filled…
Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Dip
There is a “hidden gem” at Target that I’m going to share with you. It’s the roasted red pepper feta dip. This dip is from the Archer Farms brand and you can find it in the deli section. It used to be my go-to when I needed to bring a quick snack somewhere, but now…
Honey Mustard Potato Salad (Gluten-Free/Paleo)
This honey mustard potato salad is a quick and easy side dish for your summertime barbecues. I created a super versatile honey mustard dressing that can be used to make a chicken salad for sandwiches, a simple dressing, and it’s PERFECT in this potato salad. Start with a base of baby red potatoes. Of course,…
Gluten-Free/Celiac-Safe Eats At The Minnesota State Fair
The 2019 Minnesota State Fair is here!! I was able to visit yesterday with my husband and we spent quite a bit of leisurely time just people watching, enjoying each other’s company, and eating! We ate a lot! We are so lucky that our fair has a ton of great gluten-free and even celiac-safe options….
Thai Turkey Meatballs with Coconut Curry Sauce (Paleo)
I have a confession to make. I love to make meatballs. They’re SO easy and quick! These gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free thai turkey meatballs with a simple coconut curry sauce are great for weeknights, meal prep, or a special occasion. They will also make a great appetizer served on their own. The flavors and spice level…
Strawberry Banana Roll-Ups with Chocolate Hummus
This is a great snack/lunchbox idea for the kids. Heck, even adults will like it. These roll-ups appear to be dessert-like (go ahead and tell your kids that!), but there are also a lot of benefits from the ingredients. That makes me not feel so bad about serving my kids “chocolate”. 😉 For this recipe,…
The Ultimate Guide to Gluten-Free S’mores
Now that summer is in full swing, I know that these campfire favorites will be on our weekend dessert menu. And what goes better with summers and campfires than ooey gooey squishy marshmallows, melty chocolate, and crunchy graham crackers? Well, great friends and ghost stories go well with campfires, but so do s’mores. 😉 Most…