Gluten Free Stuffed Pepper Recipe

These look so good from the picture that I have to try. No need to wait on me to tell you how I think it tastes. 





These are gluten free, dairy free, and egg free until you add cheese. Check it out for yourself.  

       Enjoy!!

Stuffed Pepper Recipe

Maintaining a Balanced Diet While Gluten-Free

Adjusting to a gluten-free diet can be tricky, so it’s important to ensure you are getting all the nutrients you need to stay healthy. Fortunately, many of the healthiest foods, such as vegetables, fruits, beans/lentils, nuts and seeds, low-fat unflavored dairy products, lean meats, fish, and chicken are naturally gluten-free.

On the other hand, some gluten-free products increase the sugar or fat content to compensate for texture and flavor changes that can result from the removal of gluten. Look for products that do not have sugar, syrups, or fat listed high on the ingredient list.

While it may seem like a safe choice, don’t cut out grains altogether. Choose products with significant amounts of gluten-free whole grains, and flours made from these grains, instead of refined grains like white rice flour. Whole grains provide essential fiber, vitamins and minerals necessary for a balanced diet.

When first starting a gluten-free diet, it also can be beneficial to meet with a dietitian or nutrition specialist who will help you get started and stay healthy.

Gluten-Free Mobile Apps: 5 Apps You Should Know About

Posted on 03/05/2014 by Jillian Rodriguez 

When you’re on the go, it’s crucial to have several gluten-free solutions on hand. Assuming you’ve already got your bag stocked with Gluten Free Bars for a mid-day pick me up; your next challenge is finding gluten-free restaurants no matter where the day takes you. The solution is simpler than you think: your Smart Phone or tablet can double as a gluten-free almanac when you download the right apps. If you’re not a mobile user, we’ll let you know which apps have an equally helpful website, so that you can study up before you head out for the day. Armed with verified information on gluten-free businesses, products, and groceries, you’ll be able to go anywhere and everywhere, while staying happily gluten-free.

Find Me Gluten-Free Mobile app (free), site, iphone app, android app
This app is a must-have for anyone on a gluten-free diet. Whether you’re in a new town or looking for GF-friendly businesses in your area, this app locates and reviews them; displaying menus, ratings, and allows you to call right through the app. With a user-friendly, intuitive interface, this app will be your go-to guide for locating safe, delicious meals no matter where your day takes you. Even better: they’re launching a Recipes and Products feature in beta right now. Download the app for free and let us know what you think.

The Gluten Free Food List Mobile site (free), site (mobile friendly)
The GFB’s very own brainchild, the Gluten Free Food List is a comprehensive search engine of thoroughly investigated products and their gluten-free confidence score. Search the Food List for detailed feedback on the gluten status of hundreds of popular brands, products, and drinks – you can even submit your own request for a food review. The GFB Food List is mobile friendly and easy to pull up on your Smart Phone for quick reference.

Gluten-Free Checklist Mobile app ($2.99), iphone app, android app
The Gluten-Free Checklist is a great one-stop shop for all things gluten-free. Especially helpful for parents, the app features five creative and healthy gluten-free recipes each week, a Health Checklist with medical news and resources, reviews of the best gluten-free products, and much more. The Gluten-free Checklist covers every aspect of the gluten-free lifestyle, from day to day meal prep to larger questions on symptom treatment and new developments in treatment. Check out their full website to access some of the same resources from home.  

Is That Gluten Free? Mobile app ($7.99), iphone app
The company Midlife Crisis Apps, founded in 2009, created the “Is That Gluten Free?” app to help parents and individuals become smarter gluten-free shoppers. The app focuses on groceries, and allows you to scroll through an alphabetized and indexed list of products and brands, so that you can quickly review products on your phone even while you’re shopping. The company also launched a second app called “Is That Gluten Free? Eating Out” ($3.99), focused on 26 popular food chains around the country and their gluten-free options.   What are your go-to gluten-free apps and sites? Share your favorites with us in the comments below!

GF Magazine Mobile site (free), site
While not a mobile app, the GF Magazine is a free digital magazine delivered straight to your phone or tablet once a month. The magazine’s content is designed to provide tips, recipes, podcasts, and information for people on a gluten-free diet. You can also sign up for their weekly email newsletter, which delivers content to make the gluten-free lifestyle a little easier. 

Prosciutto-Wrapped Basil Shrimp

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• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 4 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 5 shrimp)

Ingredients

• 20 large frozen peeled deveined shrimp, thawed
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 10 (about 4 ounces) very thin slices prosciutto
• Cooking spray
• 8 lemon wedges, for serving

Preparation

1. Preheat broiler.

2. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, basil, olive oil, zest, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.

3. Lay the prosciutto slices on a large work surface, and cut prosciutto in half lengthwise so you have 20 pieces. Wrap the prosciutto around each shrimp, leaving the tail hanging out, and thread on an 8-inch skewer. Repeat with remaining shrimp for a total of 4 skewers with 5 shrimp each.

4. Place the skewers on a broiling pan lightly coated with cooking spray. Broil the shrimp 2 minutes on each side. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

6 Delicious Tips for Collard Greens

6 Delicious Tips for Collard Greens

Nutritious, versatile and in season, this Southern comfort is worth adding to your menu.

1. Basta pasta. Braise and substitute for noodles in lasagna.
2. Green eggs. Rise and shine by adding cooked collards to frittatas, eggs over polenta or breakfast tacos.
3. Chopped. Make a super salad with the winning combo of collards, avocado and blue cheese.
4. Stir it up. Try them in stir-fries as a replacement for more traditional greens like bok choy.
5. Get rolling. For a tasty sandwich wrap, quickly blanch and stuff with rice and veggies or deli slices (download coupon) and cheese. Roll and enjoy!
6. Cheese please. Our Creamed Collards blend fromage blanc and roasted kielbasa (download coupon) with tender greens for a family-pleasing meal.

Compliments of Whole Foods Market

365 Everyday Value Salsa

 

This Salsa is sold at Whole Food Markets. This is the best salsa by far that I have ever purchased. All the ingredients are fresh. I used the salsa over the course of 2 weeks. As you can see, I cleaned this jar.  I enjoyed it so much.

I paid about $2.99 for a 16 ounce jar. I think that is pretty reasonable based on "quality over quantity." They were on sale this month for 2 for $4. 


You can taste everything in this jar that is listed as an ingredient. There are other flavors available too. It is organic but not considered gluten free because of the facility. Consume at your own risk. However, it is clearly labeled. 

Pan Seared Salmon on Rice Noodles with Sweet and Sour Dressing RECIPE

Here's another great recipe from the back of Annie Chun's All Natural Asian Cuisine Maifun Rice Noodles. It's pretty tasty. 

If you like Salmon, you have to try this recipe. Delicious preparation of salmon with the perfect complimentary sweet and sour sauce. Pair with our thin rice noodles for the perfect salmon meal.

• 1 package of Annie Chun's Maifun Rice Noodles
• 4 salmon fillets (about 5 ounces each)
• 1/4 cup flour
• 3 TBSP olive oil or canola oil
• 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts (for garnish)

Sauce:

• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 TBSP soy sauce
• 1/4 cup white wine or Mirin
• 1 tsp sugar

Dressing:

• 3 TBSP fish sauce
• 4 TBSP rice vinegar or lime juice
• 2 TBSP sugar
• 2 TBSP chopped fresh lemongrass
• 2 TBSP chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 bunches chopped scallion
• 2 bird's eye chilies, minced (or a pinch of chili pepper)

1. Cook noodles as directed on package then drain.
2. Rinse salmon fillets then pat dry and lightly coat with flour.
3. Heat oil in a pan over medium high heat and fry salmon fillets 2-3 minutes on each side.
4. Combine ingredients to make sauce.
5. Add sauce mixture to salmon and cook for 1-2 minutes or until salmon is well coated with sauce.
6. Combine ingredients to make dressing.
7. Place noodles on a large serving platter, drizzle with dressing and arrange salmon and sauce mixture over noodles.
8. Garnish with chopped peanuts.

Serves 4

Papaya, Mango, & Shrimp Lettuce Wraps RECIPE

Hey everyone. Sorry to keep you waiting.  Here's a great recipe from the back of Annie Chun's All Natural Asian Cuisine Maifun Rice Noodles. It's delicious and worth trying.  

Nothing is more fun to assemble than lettuce wraps. This version is with shrimp and our very yummy Thai Peanut sauce for a Thai version of this great wrap. Great as an appetizer for a party or interactive dinner fun with the family.

• 1 green papaya, peeled and cut into matchstick slices
• 1 slightly firm mango, peeled and sliced into matchstick strips
• 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/2 package of Annie Chun's Maifun Rice Noodles (cooked, drained and rinsed as directed for salad)
• 1 cup small to medium sized prawns, cleaned and cooked
• 1 head of lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed (butter lettuce suggested)
• 5-6 TBSP of Annie Chun’s Thai Peanut Sauce
• 2 TBSP chopped fresh cilantro

1. Mix papaya, mango, cucumber, cooked rice noodles, and prawns in bowl.
2. Add peanut sauce to noodle mixture and toss.
3. Arrange whole lettuce leaves on large platter and divide noodle salad among lettuce leaves.
4. Garnish with fresh cilantro (if desired). 
5. Wrap lettuce leaves to enclose noodle mixture and enjoy.

Serves 2-3

Tree Nuts

Here's a list I have been putting together of different kind of trees that produce nuts which are harmful to someone with a tree nut allergies.  Be careful with cosmetics, they can affect you too.


Let's first discuss:   What is a Tree Nut Allergy? 

Tree nut allergy is a hypersensitivity to dietary substances from tree nuts causing an overreaction of the immune system, may lead to severe physical symptoms.  Tree nuts include but not limited to; almonds, Brazil nuts, cashews and walnuts.



Tree nut allergy is one of the most common food allergies in children and adults. Tree nuts can cause a severe, potentially fatal, allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). 

Medical experts advise that people with a tree nut allergy have quick access to an epinephrine auto-injector; such as an EpiPen® at all times.

It is best to avoid the allergen by any means necessary.


Trees that Produce Tree Nuts

Almond

Beechnut

Brazil nut

Bush nut

Butternut

Caponata

Cashew

Chestnut

Chinquapin

Coconut

Filbert

Gianduja

Ginko nut

Hazelnut

Heartnut

Hickory nut

Lichee nut

Macadamia nut

Mandelonas

Marzipan

Mashuga

Nangai nut

Pecan

Pesto

Pigñolia

Pili

Pine nut

Piñon nut

Pistachio

Shea nut

Walnut

Panzanella Salad

This looks so good, I am definitely going to try this.  This is a salad without lettuce. Udi's sent this to me and I thought it was be a good idea to share.

Gluten Free coupons

Check you area Sunday papers for coupons. You just never know what will ended up. 

If you contact some of these companies below about gluten free items, you may receive some good coupons by mail. 
Go to websites for these companies to find the contact us or coupon inquiry:

Turkey Hill
Heinz
Glutino
Annie Chun
So Delicious
Udi's
Whole Foods Market
Spectrum
Bob's Red Mills
Chex
Van's
Bisquick
Gluten Free Pantry (Glutino Company)
King Arthur
Applegate
Betty Crocker
Doritos
Lays
Ore Ida
Eartg Balance

Ian's Chicken Nuggets

I must say I didn't know what to expect from this brand because they had to think hard to eliminate "harmful" foods. There is no soy, wheat or dairy. They are an uncooked breaded chicken. The breading tastes like corn meal. They tasted pretty good. I ate them with some Heinz Ketchup. They take 15 minutes on 400.
I like to mention that it reminds me of minced chicken. It does not taste like chicken breast. 

Keep in mind, they put about 14 to 15 nuggets in a small box for $5.99.

Bottom Dollar Foods

Bottom Dollar Foods has to be one of my absolute favorite stores to go shop at. This store has some great prices for a lot of stuff. There are some things that are pricey and I buy elsewhere.  

The first Bottom Dollar Food model was opened by Food Lion in High Point, NC., on September 21, 2005. Their intentions were to cater to the needs of discount grocery shoppers exclusively in North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland. This store is becoming extremely popular in New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania. I first started shopping at their Bensalem store in 2010; located at 2134 Street Road, Bensalem, PA 19020. I like the store so much I had found out a lot of information. 

I learned that their company was based in Salisbury, NC. Bottom Dollar Foods is I called NC often to find out consumer information and future store openings in NJ. They are very informative and consumer oriented. 

My family lives in Greensboro, NC. I frequent there a lot. In 2011, I noticed the Bottom Dollar Foods stores that I would see from I-95 were "disappearing." They started moving up here when their stores down south were bringing in revenue as anticipated. 
I have to be very honest about the Bottom Dollar that was in NC. Food Lion is very expensive to shop at. Totally overpriced. I mentioned that because Bottom Dollar was supposed to help the low budget; in fact, it was expensive. 

When Piggy Banks Fly...

When they broke ground for the Trenton location in NJ, I was ecstatic! I was at the ribbon cutting ceremony and I was very excited. The word of mouth about this grocery store to all kinds of people had paid off. There are now 13 stores in NJ. 

Informatives

Typical Shopping List:
2 packages of Rib-eye Steaks (2 ct boneless)
1 Jennie-O turkey ham
4 Lemons
Bag of onions
Half Gallon lactose free milk
6 Pack paper towels
Crinkle cut fries
12 pack My Essentials orange soda (caffeine free)

2 lbs Ground Beef

Hill Shire Kielbasa

Chicken Wings

Pure Honey 

Butter

Sam's Club Shopping List

I don't go to Sam's Club every month but when I do go I get a lot of things.

1. 5 Member's Mark Bottled Water 40 Count 
2. 10 pound Domino Sugar
3. Lawry's Garlic & Parsley Salt  (restaurant size)
4. Jennie-O Turkey Burgers
5. 36 Count Scott Toilet Paper 
6. Heinz Ketchup
7. Mustard
8. Tuttoroso Tomato Products
9. Hunts Diced Tomatoes
10. 36 cans Coca Cola
11. Broccoli
12. Folgers Coffee (Only last me about 6 weeks due to amount I drink a day)

Shop Rite Shopping List

I go to Shop Rite 3 times a week. The lady I work for often needs things from the store. That gives me a chance to browse the daily deals and manager specials a lot.

Typical Trip:
5-7 Packages of American Lamb (Shanks, Chops, Neck for Stewing)
3 lb. Frozen Shrimp
1 1/2 lbs  90% Ground Beef
Popcorners  (These are really good)
Glutino Fudge pretzels
Glutino Vanilla Creme Cookies
La Choy Gluten Free Soy Sauce
Pizza Sauce
Sargento Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese
Pic Sweet Frozen Sweet White Corn

Whole Foods Shopping List

Everyone that normally shops at Whole Foods Market knows BYOB stand for Bring Your Own Bags. Whole Foods carry a lot of local farmers near you. Locally grown to me means HIGHER LEVEL of FRESHNESS.

Find Whole Foods near you.  

They accept manufacturer coupons, have store coupons here and they also publish a monthly newsletter with plenty of savings inside. They also combine their store coupons with manufacturer coupons to maximize your savings!

You can make your own Nut Butter.


6 Salmon portions
1 Ginger root (A little goes a long way)
2 Blocks Vegan Cheddar Cheese
3 pints So Delicious Creamer
Bob's Red Mill Gluten free flours
1 Container of Parmesan Cheese
Udi's Bread
Baker's House Bread
1 Bottle Teriyaki sauce
2 Annie Chun Maifun Rice Noodles
365 Everyday Salsa

Spectrum

Spectrum company sells a wide range organic products. I purchased light canola eggless vegan mayonnaise. I am really excited because I like an occasional Turkey & Cheese on Udi's bread with mayonaise.  

Check out their website for more product information:  Spectrum Mayo

Then go to their Facebook page to get a coupon for $3 off and try it at Whole Foods for next to nothing. Spectrum Facebook Page

Monthly Grocery List

I love shopping! I have to buy specialty items wisely. I scope for coupons on the mainstream brands that I use so I can have more money to buy the specialty items.


My Stores

• Shop Rite
• ACME
• Bottom Dollar Foods
• CVS
• Walgreens
• Whole Foods
• Dollar Tree 
• Sam's Club

Grocery List: With one exception, I do not make separate list because you never know where you will get the best buy. If I am using coupons, I will match-up for store.

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Bob's Red Mill Sweet Rice Flour
• Arrowhead Mills All Purpose Flour
• Sea Salt Fine Coarse
• Minced Garlic
• $40 worth of lamb shanks, necks, chops/ shoulder (Typically I find American lamb $2 to $4 a package in Shop Rite
• $30 Beef:  ground, chuck steak or roast, rib-eye steaks (Bottom Dollar Foods 2 Pack about $13. 
• $15 Chicken Wings
• $6 Chicken breast cutlets
• $10 Jennie-O Ground Turkey (3lbs)
• Frozen Oriental Vegetables (4) 
• 3 Cases Member's Mark Bottled Water  ~$3.88 each (Sam's Club)
• 10 Pound Domino Sugar  $4.64 (Sam's Club) 
• 2 Boxes  Ancient Harvest Quinoa Pasta 
• Annie Chun Maifun Rice Noodles
• Rice Milk 
• Popcorner's  Popcorn with Sea Salt