Whoever said that eating gluten free on a budget wasn't possible??? I'm out to prove that myth wrong with this new meal plan that will make 21 meals (for 4 people!) for a total of $162, using ingredients purchased at Costco. When you base your meals around gluten-free (and inexpensive) starches like brown rice, potatoes and sweet potatoes, it really doesn't cost much more to … [Read more...]
Orange Thai Beef Sliders
I adore the way this beef soaks in the orange Thai flavors while slow cooking the day away. I also love how the acidity from the orange juice helps break down the meat into uber-tender shreds...perfect for any slider! Add the slaw on the side, or on top with the slider and you've got yourself a perfect light and simple summer dinner! Get the full recipe for Orange Thai Beef … [Read more...]
21 Freezer Meals for $150 That Will Rock Your Gluten Free World
Have you ever wished you could make healthy dinners that would last for weeks? You can! Dinners that you can just pull it out of the freezer and heat up, so you have more time with your family each night? Let me introduce you to the… Recipe List Each gluten-free recipe serves a family of 4. Larger families or families with bottomless pits (also known as teenage boys!) … [Read more...]
Mango Raspberry Crumble
I adore mangoes and raspberries. Put them together with a crumbly top and I may as well send myself to summer dessert heaven! This mango raspberry crumble is a simple dessert that just takes a few minutes to throw together. The kids can toss the fruit together in the baking dish, and they can help mix up the crumble topping, too. And there's no question they will … [Read more...]
Triple Berry Trifle
This dessert, or sweet side dish, can be ready in just five minutes; and it's loaded with antioxidants. The perfect balance of sweetness, fruitiness, and creaminess! Triple Berry Trifle This dessert, or sweet side dish, can be ready in just five minutes; and it's loaded with antioxidants. The perfect balance of sweetness, fruitiness, and creaminess! 1 … [Read more...]
Turkey and Pepper Pinwheels
Here's a delicious appetizer or lunch idea that is also perfect for football season! These pinwheels are fabulous because you can change up the color of the peppers to match those of your favorite team. Those pictured above would work perfectly for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Use all red peppers if you are rooting for the Arizona Cardinals or orange peppers if you are a … [Read more...]
Gingered Carrot Coins
As a mom with three little ones, I understand and live through the daily vegetable battle. My two older boys have distinctly different tastes when it comes to vegetables. The middle man likes most of them plain, straight steamed or boiled, with a little salt and pepper. But he won't touch carrots to save his or my life. My older guy needs to have just about every vegetable that … [Read more...]
Five Ways to Cook Butternut Squash
And are you afraid of butternut squash?! Are you afraid to buy them because you don't know what to do with one?! (Besides stare at it.) Well, I've got some help for you! It seems everywhere I turn these days; I find a great sale on butternut squash. Whether I’m at the farmer’s market or at the grocery store, this is the time of year the butternut squash reigns. In … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Spice French Toast Bake
I may have gotten a little carried away over the holidays when it came to buying canned pumpkin. The last two years there was a canned pumpkin shortage and I didn't want to run out of it in the middle of the year when there are no cans of pumpkin in the grocery store. Now I find myself with a large stockpile of canned pumpkin, just in case. We make Pumpkin Chocolate … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Egg Casserole with Sausage and Red Pepper
I love the versatility of the slow cooker. I recently discovered the art and science of overnight slow cooking. I love the idea of waking up to a hot breakfast, ready in the slow cooker. And I love the idea of slow cooking a batch of granola or grits, and that it's waiting for me to enjoy in the morning. This recipe works beautifully in the slow cooker. There are no … [Read more...]