Mexican Stuffed Shells with Green Chili Sauce Setting out to make chicken enchiladas with a green chili sauce took a quick spin when I realized I didn’t have tortilla shells. Whooops! Kind of an important ingredient for enchiladas, but with a fun-filled yet tiring weekend behind us I wasn’t up for a trip to the…
Pizza Crust and Bread – One fabulous recipe!
~ ~Pizza Crust~ ~ ~ ~Bread~ ~ One Fabulous Recipe from Gluten Free Girl and the Chef This post is dedicated to all the pioneer’s of learning to live and cook gluten free…specifically, Gluten Free Girl and the Chef. I’ve been watching what I eat and following a specific diet plan since January 2nd to…
Mimi’s Chicken
Mimi’s Chicken After the holidays nothing sounds better than Italian, right? Have you noticed all the grocery ads promoting pasta, sauce, and anything Italian? Well I’ve got a treat for you today…a long awaited post for many. My Mimi’s Chicken is probably one of the most shared recipes in my entire recipe box. I was…
Sugar Cookie Cutouts for Christmas
Sugar Cookie Cutouts for Christmas Yes, more cookies! I thought I was done baking for Christmas when Mr. Spinner says, “I love sugar cookie cut-outs…they’re my favorite Christmas cookie”. Whaaaat?? I should know this, right? And here I thought it was the peanut butter blossom. Actually it’s not that much of a surprise…prior to my…
Christmas Cookies!!
Christmas Cookies!! All…Gluten Free This is the first year I’ve baked an assortment of gluten free Christmas cookies and I’m excited to share them all with you! I wanted to make sure to post this at least a week before Christmas so you would have a chance to make them for your holiday table. We…
All Purpose Flour Blend (gluten Free)
All Purpose Flour Blend (gluten free) This is my favorite blend for baking, all Purpose Gluten Free Flour Blend: When I purchase a pre-made blend, my favorite all purpose flour blend is Gluten Free Pantry’s all purpose gluten free flour , it’s convenient and my local grocer caries it so I stock up. But if…
Pear and Strawberry Tart plus the Easiest & Best Tart Crust Ever!
Pear and Strawberry Tart Easiest and Best tart crust ever…just in time for the Holidays! I spent yesterday baking Christmas Cookies which had me in the kitchen most of the day…and I loved every minute of it! This will be the first year I’ve decided to make an entire assortment of Christmas Cookies…gluten free of…
Blackened Salmon with Pineapple Pepper Salsa
Blackened Salmon with Pineapple Pepper Salsa Another salmon recipe that’s quick, easy, and so very good. You know how I love salmon, right? Well this recipe came together quickly with great results and I’m excited to share it with you. I lightly seasoned the salmon with sea salt and pepper then made a paste-rub of…
Thanksgiving Ideas
Happy Thanksgiving!!! A few ideas for your Thanksgiving Feast (Appetizers, Salads, Sides, Desserts) Appetizers Keep your appetizers light…just a little nibble before the big feast! Spring Rolls Layered Taco Dip Roast Beef Tapas ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Salads A salad can be a great addition to your Thanksgiving Menu…
Black Bottom Orange Cheesecake
Black Bottom Orange Cheesecake Orange and Chocolate…a winning combination. We spent this past weekend at the cabin cutting down brush and splitting wood in anticipation of the winter months ahead. It was a beautiful 47 degrees, which is a treat on this third week of November. Early Friday morning our neighbor called to alert us…
Roasted Bone-in Pork Loin with Apples
Roasted Bone-in Pork Loin with Apples Sunday Summer BBQ’s on the deck have been replaced with warm cozy nights around the dining table. It’s November in Minnesota and I’m loving every minute of it. The scene:Warm amber flames flicker in the fireplace, Amos Lee serenades me in the background with ‘Arms of a Woman‘, tea…
Soft Pumpkin Cookies
Soft Pumpkin Cookies Worthy of a re-post for “Pumpkin Day” as claimed on the Nibble Today, Saturday October 26th, is Pumpkin Day ~~~~~~~~~ ‘Tis the season for everything pumpkin! These super soft pumpkin cookies are like little spice cakes only in a cookie. The original recipe is an old favorite by Libby Brand Pumpkin and…