I love to entertain. My goal at every gathering is to create a menu unique to the occasion. Sometimes that includes preparing foods with my gluten-free and dairy-free guests in mind. Chicken Meatballs with Thai Chili Sauce is a recipe you can easily alter for your guests with food intolerance’s by using gluten-free bread crumbs and omitting the Parmesan cheese. …
Lemon Ricotta and Raspberry Chia Preserve
Print Recipe Lemon Ricotta and Raspberry Preserve Yum Extra light, delightfully creamy, and refreshingly delicious ricotta cheese pairs perfectly with this freshly made raspberry jam that bursts with flavor. Make it in minutes and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Course Breakfast, Sides Cuisine American Servings people Ingredients Lemon Ricotta 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice4 cups whole cows milk2 …
Fresh Figs with Maple and Hickory Smoked Bacon Glaze
Print Recipe Fresh Figs with Maple and Hickory Smoked Bacon Glaze Yum Fresh figs lightly drizzled with maple and hickory smoked bacon glaze is like a little taste of sweet and salty heaven on earth. Course Appetizer / Snack, Sides Cuisine American Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Passive Time 15 minutes Servings pieces Ingredients 24 fresh figs, …
Worlds Best Bison Burger
Print Recipe Worlds Best Bison Burger Yum The secret to making this juicy bison burger so delicious is all in the herbs. Course Dinner, Entrees, Lunch, Main Dish Cuisine American Servings people Ingredients 1 pound ground buffalo1/2 cup fresh mixed herbs parsley, sage, thyme, rosemary and parsley1 teaspoon sea salt1 egg Course Dinner, Entrees, Lunch, Main Dish Cuisine American Servings …
Pineapple Ginger Smoothie
Print Recipe Pineapple Ginger Blast Yum Course Breakfast, Smoothies Cuisine American Servings people Ingredients 1 cup diced pineapple1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger1/2 cup low fat plain Greek yogurt1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup ice Course Breakfast, Smoothies Cuisine American Servings people Ingredients 1 cup diced pineapple1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger1/2 cup low fat plain Greek yogurt1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup ice …
Carrot cake Jam
I absolutely love homemade carrot cake! Especially if it’s piled high with a decadent cream cheese frosting on top. Funny story: last year, I hosted an exchange student from Peru. Ignacia had never even heard of carrot cake but the thought of putting carrots in a cake was a completely crazy and unappealing idea to her. I get that. When …
Ginger Pear Preserve
I am a child of a homemade jam making mother. I grew up on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, toast, pancakes and waffles all slathered with homemade jams of every flavor. So naturally, when I became a mother, I raised Jam eating kids too. One summer I dedicated my weekends to turning every type of berry I could get my hands …
Healthy Holiday Fudge
Growing up, every year my mother would make her decadent homemade fudge to serve on Christmas Eve. I often wondered how she made this magical treat until the day (somewhere in my late twenties) I asked her the secret to the best fudge on the planet. Her answer was fantasy fudge from the same marshmallow jar used to make rice …
Gluten-Free Lemon Zucchini Bread Recipe
Print Recipe How to Make Gluten-Free Lemon Zucchini Bread Yum Freshly baked with the perfect balance of flavors including a hint of lemon and a touch of sweetness. This may be your favorite gluten-free zucchini bread recipe. It’s just that good! Course Breads and Bakery Cuisine American Servings loafs Ingredients 3 eggs, beaten2 cups granulated sugar1 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon …
Gluten-free, Dairy-free Coconut Lemon Bars
Gluten-free, dairy-free Coconut Lemon Bars are lightly sweet, slightly sour, and make the perfect dessert to bring to your next party, backyard bbq, or enjoy at home when you are craving a little goodness. When I prepare desserts for my gatherings, I like to include a lemon flavored option since it’s always a welcomed offering for those who prefer a …