tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18016569251094059332024-03-06T02:20:30.679-06:00As Good As GlutenFinding and creating simple, gluten free recipes that really do taste As Good As Gluten!As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.comBlogger514125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-80147629703307156672014-09-07T06:00:00.000-05:002014-09-07T06:00:04.238-05:00Kale, Tomato & Goat Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hands down, this is THE BEST recipe <u>ever</u> for spaghetti squash. Garden-fresh spaghetti squash is filled with kale, tomato, red onion, and goat cheese then roasted to perfection and topped with paprika-roasted, crispy squash seeds. <br />
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My husband and I devoured this dish, and I'm struggling to come up with words to describe how perfect it is. It's definitely a staple recipe for us to enjoy as spaghetti squash is thriving in our garden now.<br />
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<a href="http://bsinthekitchen.com/Spinach-Tomato-Goat-Cheese-Stuffed-Spaghetti-Squash/"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Click here for recipe from BS in the Kitchen</span></a> <em>- The only change I made to the recipe was to substitute kale for spinach. It also took me 45 minutes for the squash to be fully roasted. If your squash is really hard, I'd recommend either pre-cooking your squash for 15 minutes before filling it and cooking it for 30-45 minutes. Or, fill and cook for 45 minutes.</em>As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-79532722107680244272014-08-31T06:00:00.000-05:002014-08-31T06:00:00.661-05:00Cucumber Watermelon Salsa<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Cucumber Watermelon Salsa is my new go-to summer salsa recipe, utilizing fresh produce from my garden and the farmer's market. Watermelon and cucumber are balanced out by jalapeno and cilantro, making it a perfectly balanced sweet and spicy salsa. Serve with tortilla chips or on top of grilled chicken.<br />
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<em><a href="http://iowagirleats.com/2014/05/21/marinated-grilled-chicken-with-cucumber-watermelon-salsa/"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Click here for recipe from Iowa Girl Eats</span></a></em>As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-25195925541765724762014-08-24T06:00:00.000-05:002014-08-24T06:00:01.580-05:00Pretzel-Crusted Peanut Butter Brownies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Pretzel-Crusted Peanut Butter Brownies are the ultimate brownie for chocolate|peanut butter lovers and sweet|salty lovers. This is a four-layer brownie dessert made up of a salty, buttery pretzel layer topped with peanut butter cookie dough, Reese's cups, and rich brownie batter. The outcome is decadent, with melted chocolate and peanut butter oozing out of every bite.<br />
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<strong><u><span style="font-size: large;">Pretzel-Crusted Peanut Butter Brownies</span></u></strong><br />
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<strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
·3/4 cup gluten-free pretzels, chopped so some large chunks remain - <em>I used Glutino Gluten-Free Pretzels</em><br />
·1/4 cup butter, melted<br />
·1 cup peanut butter <em>- I made homemade peanut butter but store-bought will work fine</em><br />
·1/2 cup sugar<br />
·1 egg<br />
·8 regular-sized Reese's cups<br />
·1 box gluten-free brownie mix, mixed according to package directions <em>- I used Aldi's LiveGFree Brownie Mix</em><br />
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Preheat oven to 350˚. Grease the bottom and sides of an 8x8-inch pan. <br />
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In a small bowl, mix chopped pretzels and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan. <br />
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In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Layer on top of the pretzel mixture. <br />
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Place unwrapped Reese's cups on top of the peanut butter layer.<br />
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Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. Pour brownie batter on top of Reese's cup layer. <br />
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Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until a tooth-pick inserted into the brownie layer only comes out clean.As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-63974341547743816402014-08-17T06:00:00.000-05:002014-08-17T06:00:04.046-05:00Zucchini Bread Cookie Whoopie Pies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you have a plethora of zucchini this summer, you have to make these Zucchini Bread Cookie Whoopie Pies. They are bite-sized, semi-healthy cookies that taste like cinnamon-spiced zucchini bread stuffed with sweet cream cheese frosting. I took them to my family for a weekend visit and they are so scrumptious they didn't last long. I will definitely be making a double-batch next time.<br />
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<a href="http://iowagirleats.com/2012/08/15/zucchini-bread-cookie-whoopie-pies/"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Click here for recipe from Iowa Girl Eats</span></a> - <em>I substituted my mom's gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to make the recipe gluten-free. You can use any gluten-free flour blend to easily convert this recipe.</em>As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-75781285485955579222014-08-10T06:00:00.000-05:002014-08-10T06:00:00.859-05:00Greek Chicken Sandwiches<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Greek Chicken Sandwiches are the perfect summer sandwich to use garden-fresh produce. This sandwich incorporates cucumbers, tomatoes, and mint all grown in our garden. The taste is phenomenally fresh, and the dish is relatively simple to prepare coming together in less than 20 minutes.<br />
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<strong><u><span style="font-size: large;">Greek Chicken Sandwiches</span></u></strong><br />
<em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Recipe inspired by </span></em><a href="http://culinarymamas.com/chicken-sandwich-mint-dressing/"><em><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: x-small;">Culinary Mamas</span></em></a><em><span style="font-size: x-small;"> and </span></em><a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2013/10/chicken-souvlaki-and-tzatziki-sauce.html"><em><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: x-small;">Rachael Ray</span></em></a><br />
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·2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts<br />
·Salt and pepper, to taste<br />
·1/2 tsp cumin<br />
·1/2 tsp garlic powder<br />
·1/4 cup Greek yogurt<br />
·1 TBS fresh lime juice<br />
·2 TBS fresh mint, minced<br />
·1/2 cucumber, sliced<br />
·1/2 onion, sliced<br />
·1 tomato, sliced<br />
·Gluten-free bread or rolls, toasted<br />
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Season the chicken with salt, pepper, cumin, and garlic powder. Grill over medium-heat, until no longer pink in the middle.<br />
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For the dressing, combine the Greek yogurt, lime juice, and mint in a small bowl. <br />
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Assemble the sandwiches by spreading dressing on the gluten-free bread. Top with chicken, cucumber, onion, and tomato. Serve immediately.<br />
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I love anything and everything Caprese. It's my go-time meal in the summer. This Caprese Pasta Salad is a cinch to prepare and tastes garden fresh.<br />
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If you are making this with gluten-free pasta, it is best served immediately. Leftovers do not taste the same, as the gluten-free pasta hardens in the refrigerator. If you do have leftovers, heat it up in the microwave for 30 seconds or so to soften the gluten-free pasta.<br />
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<a href="http://www.recipefavorite.com/2014/02/caprese-pasta-salad.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;"><em>Click here for recipe</em></span></a><em> - </em>I used gluten-free penne pasta to make this recipe gluten free. I omitted vinaigrette because I don't like the taste of balsamic vinegar. I drizzled extra virgin olive oil over the cooked pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, and cheese. It was delicious.<br />
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I <strike>posted</strike> <a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2014/05/aldi-livegfree-stuffed-sandwiches.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">raved a few months ago about Aldi's gluten-free line</span></a> and their Pepperoni Stuffed Sandwiches. The other variety of stuffed sandwiches offered is a vegetarian option - Southwest Veggie. The sandwich is stuffed with rice, black beans, corn, and tomatoes. It tastes <strong><span style="color: #4c1130;">As Good As Gluten</span></strong>, reminiscent of Southwest/Mexican flavors. The sandwich/crust is hearty due to 100% whole grain millet flour as the first ingredient.<br />
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<strong><em><span style="color: #4c1130;">Have you tried LiveGfree products from Aldi? What's your favorite?</span></em></strong><br />
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LiveGfree Brownie Mix from Aldi results in perfect gluten free brownies. The flavor of the brownies is rich - chocolaty and sweet. The texture of the brownies are moist and chewy, with crispy tops and edges. <br />
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I've enjoyed the brownies plain with a glass of milk, or topped with cookie dough. Both taste great. To top with cookie dough, I made <a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2014/03/healthy-monster-cookie-dough-dip.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">this recipe for Healthy Cookie Dough Dip</span></a>, without the M&M's.<br />
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<strong><em><span style="color: #4c1130;">What's your favorite brownie recipe?</span></em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>Lemon Parsley Pork Chops are flavorful, fresh, and juicy. </em></strong>Pair with a side of steamed broccoli and a baked potato for a hearty and tasty meal.</div>
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<strong><u><span style="font-size: large;">Lemon Parsley Pork Chops</span></u></strong></div>
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<em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Slightly adapted from Martha Stewart</span></em></div>
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As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-67003914512370541162014-07-06T06:00:00.000-05:002014-07-06T06:00:00.854-05:00Scallops and Grits inspired by Oceanaire<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong><em>Pan-seared scallops on top of a bed of creamy, cheesy grits all covered in cajun butter sauce.</em></strong></div>
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<a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2014/04/scallops-and-grits.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">I made Scallops and Grits a few months ago</span></a>, and I already have a new recipe for the dish to share. The first time I made the dish, I attempted to recreate a healthier version of one of my favorite restaurant dishes. This time when I made the dish, I stumbled upon the restaurant's recipe online. I realized how unhealthy the restaurant dish actually is (which I knew in the back of my mind, but chose to ignore), so I'm glad I only eat it a few times a year.</div>
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While the dish from Oceanaire I'm obsessed with is listed as Shrimp and Grits on the menu, I customize the dish to be Scallops and Grits. But, it's delicious with either shrimp or scallops. My homemade version below is equally as delicious and much healthier.</div>
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<em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Inspired by </span><a href="http://blogs.miaminewtimes.com/shortorder/2011/03/shrimp_grits_recipe_from_karee.php"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: x-small;">The Oceanaire</span></a></em></div>
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As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-21402334026503731962014-06-22T06:00:00.000-05:002014-06-22T06:00:02.816-05:00Baked Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I warned you <a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2014/04/gluten-free-baked-chocolate-donuts.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">when I started making gluten free doughnuts</span></a>, that they were <a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2014/05/gluten-free-baked-lemon-glaze-doughnuts.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">dangerously too easy to make</span></a>. My third batch of doughnuts is Baked Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts, a small twist on <a href="http://www.thebakingbeauties.com/2012/04/gluten-free-baked-chocolate-doughnuts.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Jeanine's Baked Chocolate Doughnuts</span></a>. I cut the sugar in the doughnut batter recipe in half, and didn't taste a difference. Instead of frosting with chocolate frosting, I whisked together an easy glaze to dip the cooled doughnuts in. The glaze has a nice vanilla flavor which complements the baked chocolate doughnut nicely.<br />
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<strong><u>Doughnut Glaze Recipe:</u></strong><br />
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Whisk ingredients together in a bowl, then dip cooled doughnuts in the glaze. Set on a cooling rack (with a piece of parchment paper or silicone baking mat underneath) until serving.</div>
As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-57959911916173885382014-06-15T06:00:00.000-05:002014-06-15T06:00:01.942-05:00Gluten Free Tres Leches Cake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong><em>Gluten Free Tres Leches Cake is sweet, moist, and delectable. It was such a hit at my husband's birthday party, I made a second cake the following weekend for my father-in-law's birthday.</em></strong><br />
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For my husband's birthday last month, I also made one of his new favorite cakes - Tres Leches Cake. Mike tried real (aka gluten cake at a Spanish restaurant) Tres Leches Cake last year at a holiday party and raved about it. I obviously could not try it, but I've been wanting to try a gluten free version since Mike loved it so much. I knew <a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2014/06/raspberry-filled-banana-cupcakes-with.html">I<span style="color: #0b5394;"> had to make Tres Leches Cake for his birthday</span></a>, because <a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2014/04/double-chocolate-reeses-cake.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">one birthday cake just does not cut it anymore in our household</span></a>. We're a two birthday cake household. Why pick one favorite, when you can have two of your favorite cakes?!<br />
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<strong><u><span style="font-size: large;">Gluten Free Tres Leches Cake</span></u></strong><br />
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<strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
·1 box Betty Crocker Gluten Free yellow cake mix<br />
·1/2 cup butter, melted<br />
·2/3 cup water<br />
·3 eggs<br />
·3 tsp real vanilla extract<br />
·10 oz sweetened condensed milk<br />
·1/2 cup fat free evaporated milk<br />
·1 1/2 cups whipping cream, divided<br />
·2 TBS sugar<br />
·1/2 pint fresh strawberries, sliced (optional for garnish)<br />
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Preheat oven to 350<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">˚</span>. Grease the bottom and sides of an 8x8-inch pan.<br />
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In a kitchen stand mixer, beat cake mix, water, oil, 2 tsp vanilla, and eggs on low speed for 30 seconds, then on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into prepared pan.<br />
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Bake for 36 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove cake from oven and let stand for 5 minutes. Poke top of hot ake very 1/2 inch with a long-tined fork, wiping the fork occasinoally to reduce sticking. <br />
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In a large bowl, stir together sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and 1/2 cup whipping cream. Carefully pour evenly over the top of the cake. Cover and refrigerate overnight so the milk mixture absorbs into the cake.<br />
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The next day, prepare the whipped frosting. In a large, chilled bowl, beat the remaining 1 cup whipping cream, 2 TBS sugar, and remaining 1 tsp vanilla in a kitchen stand mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form. Frost cake with whipped cream and sliced strawberries before serving.<br />
<br />As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-52612551951063109762014-06-08T06:00:00.000-05:002014-06-08T06:00:02.938-05:00Raspberry Filled Banana Cupcakes with Lemon Frosting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong><em>Raspberry Filled Banana Cupcakes with Lemon Frosting are light, fresh, and sweet - perfect for spring and summer celebrations.</em></strong><br />
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These cupcakes combine my husband's favorite dessert flavors - banana, lemon, and raspberry. I made them last month to celebrate his birthday, and they were a hit. <br />
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<strong><u><span style="font-size: large;">Raspberry Filled Banana Cupcakes with Lemon Frosting</span></u></strong><br />
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<strong>Cupcake Ingredients:</strong><br />
·1 box (15 oz) Betty Crocker Gluten-Free yellow cake mix<br />
·1 cup mashed ripe bananas (approximately 2 bananas)<br />
·1/3 cup butter, melted<br />
·1/3 cup water<br />
·3 eggs<br />
·2 tsp real vanilla extract<br />
·1/2 cup raspberry jam<br />
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<strong>Lemon Frosting Ingredients:</strong><br />
·1/2 cup butter, softened<br />
·2 1/4 cups powdered sugar<br />
·1 tsp real vanilla extract<br />
·4 TBS fresh lemon juice<br />
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Heat oven to 350˚. Place cupcake liners into a muffin tin. In a kitchen stand mixer, beat cake mix, mashed bananas, melted butter, water, eggs, and vanilla until dry ingredients are moistened. Spoon batter into cupcake liner, filling half way. Spoon a teaspoon of raspberry jam into the center of each cup of cupcake batter. Top with remaining batter until cupcake liner is filled.<br />
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Bake for 18 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in the side comes out clean. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely before frosting, about 30 minutes.<br />
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To prepare the Lemon Frosting, beat together butter, sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice in a bowl or kitchen stand mixer until light and fluffy. Pipe onto cooled cupcakes and serve.<br />
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As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-32172031473583950802014-06-01T15:43:00.002-05:002014-06-01T15:43:44.758-05:00LiveGfree Cheese Ravioli<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's been at least 5 years since I have had ravioli. I haven't had ravioli since going gluten free. Actually, I take that back. I believe my mom made homemade gluten free ravioli once. They were either too difficult to make or they didn't turn out well, because we haven't had them since.<br />
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Side note, I grew up only knowing ravioli as toasted ravioli (which was invented in St. Louis). I literally had no idea real ravioli , or the original ravioli , was untoasted. :)<br />
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Glutino's Lemon Wafer Cookies are <strong><span style="color: #4c1130;">As Good As Gluten</span></strong>. The flavor is perfectly balanced between citrusy lemon and sugary sweet. The texture is just like a regular wafer cook - crisp layers filled with creamy lemon filling. I've also tried Glutino's Chocolate Wafer Cookies, which didn't disappoint either.<br />
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As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-34087509419312196342014-05-14T06:00:00.000-05:002014-07-16T17:02:49.023-05:00Aldi LiveGfree Stuffed SandwichesI love Aldi! Over the past year, I've found a few gluten free items at Aldi that I enjoyed (brownie mix, baking mix, and pancakes) in addition to all of the naturally gluten free items they carry. I was ecstatic last week when I found out Aldi was testing an entire line of gluten free products called LiveGfree. My husband immediately went to the store for me and got 1-2 of almost everything they offer in the LiveGfree line. If the test is successful (fingers crossed it is), they'll keep the line of LiveGfree products.<br />
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The first product I tried is the Gluten Free Stuffed Sandwiches (aka hot pockets). I don't think I've ever had a regular hot pocket before...but, I'm in love with LiveGfree Stuffed Sandwiches. The crust reminds me of my <a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2011/06/gf-calzones.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">calzone dough</span></a>. The crust is hearty (likely due to the 100% whole grain millet flour) and slightly sweet, filled with creamy mozzarella cheese, savory pepperoni, and tomato sauce with chunks of real tomato. </div>
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Since I haven't had a regular hot pocket, I shared with my husband and he affirms LiveGfree Stuffed Sandwiches are <strong><span style="color: #4c1130;">As Good As Gluten</span></strong>. I'm elated, and can't wait to try the rest of the LiveGfree products we bought. Stayed tuned for more "My Pantry" reviews over the next month or two.<br />
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Ever since trying Jeanine's recipe for <a href="http://asgoodasgluten.blogspot.com/2014/04/gluten-free-baked-chocolate-donuts.html"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Gluten
Free Baked Chocolate Doughnuts</span></a> a month ago, I’ve been anxiously waiting to
try another doughnut flavor. I’m <s>afraid</s> overjoyed that baking gluten
free doughnuts is so easy that it’s become an every few weekends breakfast
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I'm a chocoholic, so while I prefer the chocolate doughnuts
over the lemon doughnuts - the lemon doughnuts did not disappoint. They're
sweet, tart, and the light lemon flavor was perfect for the spring-like
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I recently tried Barilla Gluten Free Pasta in a homemade alfredo recipe. I made <a href="http://pinchofyum.com/creamy-cauliflower-sauce"><span style="color: #0b5394;">this Creamy Cauliflower Sauce</span></a>, which turned out to be bland and in need of more flavor. I stirred in cooked chicken, mushrooms, and broccoli. <br />
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As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-62701889420219721522014-05-04T06:00:00.000-05:002014-05-04T06:00:00.529-05:00Coconut Lime Peanut Chicken<div>
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The flavor profile of this Coconut Lime Peanut Chicken dish is complex, yet
all of the flavors pull together resulting in one amazing dish. A creamy peanut
butter and spicy Sirarcha sauce surrounds the chicken and rice, all
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My husband hates, <u>hates</u>, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>hates</u></b>
any main dish with peanut butter. I love, <u>love</u>, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>love</u></b> anything and everything peanut butter. This dish is a
winner, as my husband even said it’s the best peanut dish he’s ever had. I
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As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-75562301571360121602014-04-30T06:00:00.000-05:002014-04-30T06:00:03.910-05:00Skinny Queso Dip<div>
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As Good As Glutenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202249959327263830noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1801656925109405933.post-20800939066834999972014-04-27T06:00:00.000-05:002014-04-27T06:00:02.754-05:00Double Chocolate Reese's Cake<div>
I celebrated my birthday last month and had a great month of celebrating.
The festivities included two delicious gluten free cakes. The first cake was a phenomenal
Thin Mint gluten free cake made by my mom. Unfortunately, I didn't get any
pictures. But, I'm still dreaming of the fudge frosting on top of a perfectly
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The second cake was a decadent Double Chocolate Reese’s gluten free cake
my husband (who hates baking) made. He’s made
me a few cakes throughout the years for my birthday, but this one topped the
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full of butter, and is made with a gluten free chocolate boxed cake mix, gluten
free chocolate buttercream icing, mini Reese’s cups, and my favorite Reese’s –
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</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">These Breakfast Oatmeal Cupcakes are
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">There are so many things I love
about this breakfast recipe. Not only are they almost effortless to prepare,
but the flavor possibilities are endless <u>and</u> they taste delicious. I made
Banana-Walnut-Chocolate-Chip-Oatmeal Cupcakes and “frosted” them with peanut
butter. I ate for breakfast every day for two weeks with a glass of skim milk,
which energized me for the day. It’s rare that I don’t need a mid-morning
snack, but these Breakfast Oatmeal Cupcakes fueled me until lunch time.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Baked Lasagna Boats are easier than preparing lasagna and taste amazing. A crisp gluten free baguette is filled with the meaty sauce and cheesy layers typically found in lasagna. YUM!<br />
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I made this recipe with Schar Gluten-Free Baguettes, which crisp up in the oven. They have good flavor and texture of a real baguette.<br />
<br /><strong><u><span style="font-size: large;">Baked Lasagna Boats</span></u></strong><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Adapted from Taste of Home, 2014</span></em><br /><br /><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />·1 gluten free baguette<br />·1 lb lean ground beef<br />·1 TBS garlic powder<br />·1 TBS Italian seasoning<br />·Salt and pepper<br />·1 cup homemade marinara sauce <em>(see below)</em><br />·1 cup small curd cottage cheese<br />·½ cup parmesan cheese, grated<br />·¾ cup cheddar cheese, grated<br />·¾ cup mozzarella cheese, grated<br /><br /><strong>Directions:</strong><br />Preheat oven to 350°. Cut baguette half lengthwise in the center to within 1-inch of the bottom. Pull baguette sides apart to make a bread boat. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet.<br /><br />In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat; season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, breaking up until no longer pink. Drain grease. Stir in marinara sauce.<br /><br />In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese, parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, and half of mozzarella cheese.<br /><br />Spoon meat sauce into baguette; top with cheese mixture. Cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes. Sprinkle top with remaining mozzarella cheese; bake, uncovered, 3-5 minutes longer.<br />
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After making this Homemade Marinara Sauce, I am never, ever going back to jarred marinara sauce. Homemade Marinara is healthier than jarred. It's slightly sweet and tastes delicious. It's rather effortless to make, since the crockpot does most of the work, and it freezes well.<br />
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A few Lenten Friday nights ago, my husband and I had a cooking date night. We went to the store to get fresh seafood (scallops for me, shrimp for him) and came home to prepare it our favorite ways. I made a pot of grits to go along with both of our dishes, and also snagged a piece of Mike's shrimp to top my plate of Scallops and Grits.<br />
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The scallops were seasoned and cooked perfectly. Don't cook for too long, or you may overcook the scallops and they'll be chewy. The grits were phenomenal - creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor.<br />
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<strong><u><span style="font-size: large;">Scallops and Grits</span></u></strong><br /><br /> <strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />·1 cup water<br /> ·3/4 cup grits<br /> ·6 oz. chive and onion cream cheese<br /> ·Salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste<br /> ·1 TBS extra virgin olive oil<br /> ·1 lb scallops<br /> ·Half of a lemon<br /> ·Salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder to taste<br /><br /> <strong>Directions:</strong><br />For the grits, combine water and grits in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until creamy. Remove from heat, stir in cream cheese until melted. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.<br /><br />For the scallops, heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add scallops, season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning once. Remove from heat and squeeze juice from half a lemon over the scallops. Serve over a large spoonful of grits.</div>
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