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Cooking TipsGail Cole (165)    Favorite Recipes Gluten Free and Dairy Free Recipes for the HolidaysPosted Monday, November 23, 2009 (15 hours 20 minutes ago.) Viewed 1 times. Well the holidays are here again. It seems like the years are rushing by. But it is always good to spend quality time with dear friends and family. If you require a gluten-free diet here are few holiday recipes ideas especially for you! Cranberry-Orange Relish Gluten Free and Dairy Free Recipe Ingredients Makes 2 cups
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Paleo diet consist of fresh fruits, nuts, no refined sugar and nuts. Original diet modified no refined sugar and unprocessed ginger. Gourmet Rice Dressing Gluten Free Recipe Ingredients 1 cup onions, chopped 1 cup celery with leaves, chopped 4 ounces sliced mushrooms 3 Tablespoons butter or margarine 1 cup rice, uncooked 2 cups gluten-free chicken broth, boiling 1 teaspoon salt pepper to taste 3/4 teaspoon gluten-free poultry seasoning 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted Directions Saute onions, celery, mushrooms and uncooked rice in butter until vegetables are tender and rice is golden. Put in a 2-quart buttered, shallow casserole. Stir in seasonings and chicken broth. Cover casserole and bake at 350 degrees for 30 - 40 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork, sprinkle with almonds. If casserole has no cover, use foil sealed to top of dish. Makes 5 1/2 cups. Variation Reduce celery to 1/2 cup and add 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped and I cup gluten-free ham, cooked and chopped. 3/4 teaspoon GF curry powder can be substituted for pepper Provided by Celiac Sprue Assoc. HONEST INGREDIENTS: The Paleo Dairy Free and Gluten Free Cookbooks combines 310 recipes. All which are gluten-free, dairy-free and preservative-free recipes. A healthy low fat diet consisting of lean meat, fish, poultry, raw fruits and vegetables and nuts. Delicious healthy dairy free recipes that anyone can enjoy. Order: Paleo Gluten Free Recipe Cookbook http://www.favoriterecipes.biz/paleo.html For a selection for Favorite Secret Recipes Order: Favorite Recipe Secrets http://www.favoriterecipes.biz 
Permalink Comments (0) Gluten Free Kitchen and Restaurant TipsPosted Monday, November 23, 2009 (15 hours 25 minutes ago.) Viewed 1 times. One of the main concerns with a gluten free diet is cross-contamination. Gluten meals have to be prepared with no cross contamination from gluten products in your kitchen and in restaurants. Cross-contamination happens if gluten containing foods come in contact with gluten free foods. An example is commercial oaks. Oaks are gluten free but can be processed in the same environment as wheat there for can become cross contaminated. For those that require a gluten-free diet oaks should not be consumed. Likewise, preparation of gluten free foods requires rules to eliminate cross-contamination with gluten produces in your home and in restaurant. Here are a few kitchen tips: 1.Use two different sifter for gluten foods and gluten free foods. Label the two sifters one for gluten and the other for gluten-free. 2. Do not prepare gluten foods on same surface with gluten free foods. If the same surface is used it must be cleaned thoroughly before gluten free food preparation. 3. Use different utensils for gluten free foods and foods containing gluten. If the same utensils are used the utensils have to be cleaned thoroughly for gluten free products. 4. The same toaster cannot be used for gluten containing foods and gluten free foods. A separate toaster is needed for gluten free products. 5. Gluten free foods cannot be fried in the same oil used to fry gluten breaded items. One simple rule that can be easily overlooked. 6. Cross contamination can occur with jams, jelly, mustard, mayonnaise and butter. Watch out for gluten crumbs that can be shared. Have separate items for celiac persons. Gluten Free Tips at Restaurants: 1. Check with waiter or owner of the restaurant to verify that fried foods are not cooked in same oil as gluten products. 2. In restaurant the grill has to be cleaned before preparing gluten free foods. 3. Verify that salad dressings, sauces, gravies and fried foods are gluten free. Many everyday products contain Gluten Gluten Free Safe Foods: -Fish and meats (cannot be marinated, breaded or basted coated) -Fresh vegetables HONEST INGREDIENTS: The Paleo Dairy Free and Gluten Free Cookbooks combines 310 recipes. All which are gluten-free, dairy-free and preservative-free recipes. A healthy low fat diet consisting of lean meat, fish, poultry, raw fruits and vegetables and nuts. Delicious healthy dairy free recipes that anyone can enjoy. Order: Paleo Gluten Free Recipe Cookbook http://www.favoriterecipes.biz/paleo.html For a selection for Favorite Secret Recipes Order: Favorite Recipe Secrets. http://www.favoriterecipes.biz
Permalink Comments (0) Dairy Free Diet and Lactose Free Diet RecipesPosted Monday, November 09, 2009 (14 days 20 hours ago.) Viewed 2 times. Lactose Intolerance Lactose is a sugar found in milk and milk produces. Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose. In the small intestines the enzyme, lactase is deficient in breaking down lactose into two simpler forms of sugar forms glucose and galactose. When lactose is broken down into glucose and galactose it is allowed to absorb into the blood steam. Lactose intolerance develops over time and many do not show symptoms until early childhood or early adulthood. Lactose intolerance is less common in northern and western European. It is more common in Africans, African-Americans, Native Americans and the Mediterranean populations. Milk Allergy Milk allergy is a reaction of the immune system to one or more milk proteins. The immune system mistakenly creates antibodies to fight the milk proteins. The antibodies create chemicals in the body that can result in skin rashes, headaches, nausea and or wheezing. Lactose intolerance and cow milk allergy are not the same. One most common allergy that children have is milk allergy. In some instances, some that are allergic to cow's milk may also allergic to goat, sheep, buffalo and soy milk. Milk allergy is most common in cow's milk. Milk allergies can appear in the first year of life. Lactose intolerance is the digestive systems inability to digest lactose. Milk allergy is an immune system disorder. If you have lactose intolerance or are allergic to milk it is recommended that you restrict or if possible eliminate dairy products from your diet. Consult with your doctor specialized in lactose intolerance and milk allergy for professional consultation. You can still enjoy your favorite meals but they have to be prepared differently. Products containing lactose Read the labels to be sure that the product is dairy free. -Processed foods have been altered to increase their shelf life. Not only do they have preservative but contain levels of lactose: -Bread and baked goods -Processed breakfast foods: doughnuts, frozen waffles, pancakes, toaster pastries and sweet rolls -Casein is a protein found in milk and foods containing milk. Cheese, butter, yogurt, ice cream and some brands of margarine have casein. Casein can be added to non-milk processed products. -Processed cereals -Instant potatoes, soups and breakfast drinks -Corn chips, potato chips and other processed snacks -Processed meats -Margarine -Salad dressing -Liquid and powdered milk based meal replacements -Protein powders and bars -Candies -Non dairy liquid and powdered coffee creamers -Non dairy whipped toppings The Paleo Dairy-Free Diet Roast Pumpkin & Red Onion with Rosemary Ingredients butternut pumpkin, seeded and sliced 4 red onions, peeled and sliced 4tbs rosemary leaves, chopped 4tbs olive oil Instructions Pre-heat oven to 180 degrees celsius, fan-forced. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Place pumpkin, onion and rosemary leaves on the baking tray and coat with olive oil. Place tray in the oven and bake for 15-20minutes or until pumpkin has cooked and onions have browned. Serve. Dairy free eat less carbohydrates and cooked foods and more lean meat, raw fruits and vegetables with protein. Health Benenfits: Fruits and Vegetables - Eating predominantly fruits and vegetables is a plant-based diet. Citrus fruits are rich is vitamin C a protector against a host of ills. Low risk of heart disease and lung cancer have been linked to leafy green vegetables, broccoli, and peppers are full of beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is associated with lowered risk of heart disease and lung cancer. Leafy greens are also rich in vitamin C a protector against a host of ills. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene a carotenoid that may protect against several types of cancer. Not only are there high nutritional values but they keep your cholesterol level at a healthy level. Fruits and vegetables and some fish lowers bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol. Fish - Especially salmon, halibut and tuna contain Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids "good" fat and lowers cholesterol levels. Nuts (non processed) - Nuts are cholesterol free and eating one ounce per day reduces the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Some studies suggest 4-5 servings per day may help lower blood pressure. Nuts are a great snack. Fats: There are good fats and bad fats. Bad fats are considered hard or saturated fats found in butter and meat. Saturated fats cause plaque build up in the arteries. Unsaturated fats are plant derived fats constitute seed and vegetable oils. Unsaturated fats inhibit plaque build up decreasing heart disease. Additionally, unsaturated fats lower blood cholesterol and provides an essential source of omega-3 fatty acids. Beneficial claims of using olive oil are reduction of plaque build-up, lowering of blood cholesterol and reducing the risk of blood clotting and strokes. HONEST INGREDIENTS: The Paleo Dairy Free and Gluten Free Cookbooks combines 310 recipes. All which are gluten-free, dairy-free and preservative-free recipes. A healthy low fat diet consisting of lean meat, fish, poultry, raw fruits and vegetables and nuts. Delicious healthy dairy free recipes that anyone can enjoy. Order: http://www.FavoriteRecipes.biz/paleo.html For a selection for restaurant copycat recipes Order: http://www.FavoriteRecipes.biz
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