Grilled Brie, Arugula, Almond Butter and Fig Jam Sandwich This is such a special flavor combination that the same ingredients have found their way into pinwheel wrap hors d’oeuvres, savory tortes, and mini tarts, but my favorite incarnation remains the grilled sandwich. Another reason to bake some fresh GF Bread (or grab Udi’s or a loaf … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: April 2013
Gluten Free “Melting Moments” for May Day – a delicate shortbread cookie that melts in one’s mouth
A favorite rite of spring: May Day baskets! While there is a goodly amount of snow in the Rockies, and northern Maine and North Dakota are certain to get one more flurry or two before Memorial Day, any snow will melt with the warmth of the sun which is higher in the sky every day. … Continue reading
Vegan Chocolate Cake with Orange “Buttercream”
“They say it’s your birthday!” Beatles’ “Birthday” song “worm” in my head: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjF1bG5LUcs&list=RD02S7QxOllK0VU ! A few weeks ago Leslie asked about a recipe for gluten free vegan (birthday) cake for Sara. I usually make this batter for cupcakes – all the rage! But it’s still citrus season and Sara is a striking redhead, so I’m excited about a … Continue reading
Spring Vegetable Risotto with Arugula Pesto
Number 1: Risotto is almost always gluten free. Number 2: The flavors and colors of this dish are a celebration of spring! Number 3: Risotto is comfort food. So, this was the perfect entree for our book group gathering on an unreasonably chilly evening in mid-April. (The Dinner by Herman Koch generated spirited conversation!) Hopefully you can … Continue reading
Orange Apricot Pinenut Biscotti
When these (cookies) are in the oven, the aroma in the kitchen is sublime! The rich batter is a perfect host for pinenuts, dried apricots, and orange zest. Cornmeal rounds out the flavors and gives a little extra texture. Bake them for breakfast, lunch, or after-dinner treats. Biscotti plus cappuccino: perfection! Another nod to San Francisco’s Bi-Rite … Continue reading
Masala Carrot Soup
Two of my favorite things to cook with are lemon grass and Garam Masala, a blend of spices similar to curry, but with a sweeter, often milder aroma and taste: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garam_masala . Fresh lemon grass has a wonderful scent that explodes when the stalk is pounded prior to using, imbuing a dish with a subtle citrus flavor. Continue reading
Top Five Best Prepackaged Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
Our best recommendation for good GF cookies is to make them from scratch. Please try our special recipe which we happily shared for the first time last month: https://glutenfreegus.com/2013/03/19/guss-chocolate-chip-cookies-dog-food-sandwich-solution/; satisfaction guaranteed! Continue reading