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Tag: gluten free

  • Carrot Cake, simple and easy

    I have found that Betty Crocker makes some delicious gluten free mixes. The cookies and cakes come out moist and delicious. Unlike other mixes I’ve tried, Betty doesn’t leave me wishing for my gluten days again. With a box of yellow cake mix, I set out to find some way to take it to another… Read more

  • Kielbasa Pasta

    I am not a recipe follower. It’s a big part of why I prefer to cook instead of bake. I don’t really like to follow directions, nor do I like to measure things. I’m a little-of-this, a little-of-that kind of cook. Every time I make a dish, it’s a little bit different. Of course, this… Read more

  • Stuffed Peppers

    We adapted About.com’s Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef  recipe, to make a scrumptious, heart-warming meal. In the words of my 6-year-old nephew “deee licious, man!” This is just the kind of meal a girl needs as the fall weather settles in. It shows tell-tale signs that the snow is not so far off. Here in… Read more

  • Crockpot Chicken Tacos

    Crockpot Chicken Tacos

      I was doing a little Pinterest perusing. I came across this recipe, which looked so delicious. Upon examining the recipe, it seemed super easy! Thanks to My Chocolate Therapy for posting this yummy Crockpot Chicken Tacos recipe. Of course, I wouldn’t be me if I didn’t tweak the recipe at least a little bit.… Read more

  • Chicken Curry…the easy way.

    Chicken Curry…the easy way.

      I really enjoy ethnic foods – Asian, Indian, Mexican, and so on. One of our go-to meals is fast and easy. We make some jasmine rice in our trusty rice cooker, which needs no attention. We serve it up with chicken in a simmer sauce. We have found some tasty simmer sauces from Patak’s… Read more

  • Super Fast Chicken

    Super Fast Chicken

    When I first tried eating a gluten free diet I had a hard time finding adequate breakfast foods, I existed on eggs of any kind. I refused to spend a small fortune on gluten free flours or mixes to make any muffins or breads. Here I am 2+ months invested into eating gluten free and… Read more