I've been on a muffin kick lately ... can't tell you why. Prior to going GDSYWP free, I never was a muffin person. They were just okay to me and I don't like sweet stuff in the morning, so I just never really ate them. So, why now? I'm not exactly sure, but I think it's mostly because I can have something sweet after lunch or dinner that is pre-portioned for me, and they're easy to share.
Through a Yahoo Group that I joined recently,The Gluten Free Recipe Swap (started by fellow GF blogger, Ginger Lemon Girl), I discovered this website, GFCF Cookbook. From their website, I have tried 2 muffins, their Banana Muffins and their Pumpkin Muffins, but they have several different types listed there. I used Bette Hagmans Four Bean Flour Blend (from her book, The Gluten Free Gourmet Bakes Bread that I borrowed from my library!) for the flour mix. Let me tell you, boy oh boy are they yummy. Several of my gluten-eating friends and family have tried them and liked them - no complaints!
If you're a muffin lover - or not, like me! - you must head over to GFCF Cookbook
, go to their breakfast section and give one of them a try!
When I found out about my GDSYWP intolerances back in February, I felt so alone. I didn't know anyone with so many intolerances and when I searched specialty food stores for foods that I could have, they only provided a few products.
So, naturally, I turned to the internet. I researched the intolerances , looked for recipes, and joined support groups. It made living with these intolerances bearable. And, now, 8 months in, I have discovered a new source of information - the Library!
I don't know why this didn't occur to me before now. I guess because I haven't stepped into a library since college? This has been such a huge help for me. With my multiple intolerances, it makes it difficult for me to just purchase any food intolerance cookbook. If I find a GF one, will it have YF breads for me? Will it have any DF recipes? What about a DF cookbook, will there be any SF alternatives? You get the drift ...
I am so happy to go to the library and see that my local library had several options for me - and there are several others floating around the library system that I can have sent to my local branch. It is so relieving to have a way to look through, read, and try some of these recipes before purchasing them. The ones that I checked out are:
The Gluten Free Gourmet by Bette Hagman
The Gluten Free Gourmet Bakes Bread by Bette Hagman
Totally Dairy-Free Cooking by Louie Lanza
Living Gluten Free For Dummies by Danna Korn
Celiac Disease: A Guide to Living with Gluten Intolerance by Sylvia Llewelyn Bower, Mary Kay Sharrett & Steve Plogsted
As I read through them some more and try their recipes, I will report back with my "official review"! Stay tuned! :D
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I have *always* loved Subway. Well, I've always loved sandwiches - of any kind. But Subway was there through Weight Watchers with me. If Hubby and I were eating out, we were usually eating there. But, since I went GDSYWP-free, we haven't been back. But, after reviewing this list, I just might now! MIGHT ... there is an awful lot of autolyzed yeast extract in their meats. But, it's nice to know that I can get a big salad with a lot of veggie options while I'm out and about. While dining there, my options are:
Main:
Chicken Breast Patty
Roast Beef
Roasted Chicken Breast
Tuna
Turkey Breast
Toppings/Dressings:
Carrots
Bell Peppers
Cucumbers
Deli Brown Mustard
Honey Mustard Sauce
Lettuce
Mayonnaise
Oil
Olives
Onions
Pickles
Sweet Onion Sauce
Tomatoes
Vinegar
Yellow Mustard
Beverages:
Apple Juice
Soda
Water
And with this ends the past 2 weeks of fast food. We'll be back to our regularly scheduled blog starting Monday! I have some nice recipes and product reviews lined up and ready for you! :D
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Since I am not lucky enough to live near an In-N-Out, my hamburger joint of choice is Five Guys. I know this isn't one of the traditional "fast food" joints, but with their all-natural-and-basic ingredients, they are completely worth their own post. Their menu is super easy to order from (just avoiding the obvious - buns, cheese and bacon) and their fries are completely safe! They have their own dedicated fryer and are fried in peanut oil.
Yum!
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If you live on the West Coast and are lucky enough to live near an In-N-Out, then I am envious of you. Their fries are my favorite! Pretty much, aside from the obvious (avoiding bacon, cheese, buns and shakes), their menu is all-go. Their fries are from real potatoes and have no additives and their patties are 100% beef with no additives. The only thing is they do use vegetable oil (which can contain soybean oil) and their special spread is probably mayonnaise based (therefore probably also containing soybean oil). but really, that is also pretty much a given.
Boy do I wish I could have one now ...
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I just have to say that I honestly love Chipotle. I know their food isn't really authentic Mexican, but when I'm in a hurry and in the mood for Mexican, Chipotle does hit the spot! And, I have to say that their website is pretty neat and contains lots of information on their food. I also love that their food is pretty basic. According to their website, "Our foods at Chipotle have no artificial colors or artificial flavorings." So, as long as you avoid the obvious (staying away from cheese, sour cream, flour tortillas and shredded pork), you should be set! If you're super sensitive, you may want to ask that the employees put on fresh gloves since they do handle the flour tortillas. There are only 2 things that I will note - 1) they use a small amount of bacon in their pinto beans, so I always get the black beans and 2) they use soybean oil in uh, everything - they claim that it is not indicated as an allergen. Me personally? If I have too much, I feel icky. But, I have had several large meals there without a problem.
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I have never been a huge fan of Burger King, but I will give them credit for providing lots of nutritional/allergen information on their website. While dining there, my options are:
Main:
Fries - may be cooked in oil also used to cook gluten items
Garden Side Salad
Hamburger - no bun
Jr. Whopper - no bun
Whopper - no bun
Toppings/Dressings/Sauces:
Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Honey Mustard Dressing
Ketchup
Lettuce
Light Italian Dressing
Mayonnaise
Mustard
Onion
Sweet & Sour Dipping Sauce
Tomato
Zesty Dipping Sauce
Beverages:
Apple Juice
Coffee
Icee
Orange Juice
Soda
Water
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I have had a love affair with Chick-Fil-A since college and am so happy to announce that they have a dedicated Waffle Fries fryer making it completely safe for our gluten intolerances! Now, if only they would package their salads with the cheese separately, I would have many more options and be truly happy! While dining there, my options are:
Main:
Chargrilled Chicken Fillet Sandwhich - no bun
French Fries
Toppings/Dressings/Sauces:
Barbecue Sauce
Chick-Fil-A Sauce
Fat-Free Honey Mustard Dressing
Honey Mustard Sauce
Honey Roasted Barbecue Sauce
Ketchup
Light Italian Dressing
Polynesian Sauce
Reduced Fat Berry Balsamic Vinaigrette
Breakfast:
Hashbrowns
Dessert:
Fruit Cup
Beverages:
Apple Juice
Coffee
Iced Tea
Lemonade
Orange Juice
Soda
Water
