Gluten-free

Gluten-free leek and onion tart

Cate Alexandra — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700

Whether you're hosting breakfast, brunch, dinner or a cocktail party, this French-inspired leek and onion tart is a delicious addition to your menu.

How we found out my daughter has celiac disease

Monica Beyer — Wed, 08 May 2013 08:00:00 -0700

May is Celiac Awareness Month, and what better way to learn more than by hearing the story of a child’s illness and eventual diagnosis? This is how a mom got to the bottom of her daughter’s problems, and what it was like to transition to a gluten-free diet.

Celiac disease: When gluten has to go

Maria Mora — Wed, 08 May 2013 00:26:00 -0700

Celiac disease may be difficult to identify in kids. Learn what signs and symptoms you should bring up to your doctor and how to embark on a gluten-free diet if your child has been diagnosed.

The best celiac blogs for moms

Monica Beyer — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:00:00 -0700

Do you have a child who needs to go gluten-free? These blogs have excellent recipes, information and support from moms who have been there and done that.

Should you eliminate gluten?

Sarah Brooks — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 09:00:00 -0800

What exactly is gluten? And why are so many people eliminating it from their diet? Let’s take a good, hard look at the facts and see if you, too, should go gluten-free.

Gluten-free Goodie of the Week: Peanut butter cookies

Patricia Conte — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 08:15:00 -0800

Who doesn't love old-fashioned peanut butter cookies? You'll love this recipe for peanut butter cookies, not only because it makes wonderful cookies, but also because they're super-simple to make!

Bite-sized News: "Mighty Wings," grapefruit yogurt and gluten-free doughnuts and muffins

Patricia Conte — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 17:10:00 -0800

Hungry for the latest food updates? Check out these bite-sized portions of food news, hot off the griddle.

The gluten-free holiday gift guide

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:45:00 -0800

Just because you have a few loved ones following a gluten-free diet doesn't mean you can't delight them with a gourmet gift. Check out our scrumptious gluten-free gift guide, including gluten-free foods, cookbooks and more.

Tips for going back to school gluten-free

Guest Author — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:00:00 -0700

Knowing how to prepare for going back to school gluten-free can ease the stress for all concerned and make for a more enjoyable school year.

Gluten-free Friday: Veggie tostadas

Patricia Conte — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Tostadas are typically fried, but the corn tortillas used in this recipe are baked. Crunchy and delicious, baked veggie tostadas are a great gluten-free Friday meal, no matter which veggies you use as toppings!

Celiac disease: Actress Jennifer Esposito on living gluten-free

Karen Hawthorne — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:56:00 -0700

Blue Bloods actress Jennifer Esposito suffered from multiple symptoms — headache, fatigue, exhaustion, nausea — and sought out doctor after doctor to find out what was wrong. When she was told she had celiac disease, a digestive disorder that damages the small intestine and interferes with the absorption of nutrients from food, she had no idea what she needed to do next to feel better. Now she's living a healthy, gluten-free life and she's founded a charity, Jennifer's Way Foundation for Celiac Education. Here's our Q&A with the actress.

Gluten-free Goodie of the Week: Fresh mango, coconut and lime ice cream

Patricia Conte — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 18:00:00 -0700

Fresh fruit, summer and… ice cream! What could be better? This recipe for fresh mango, coconut and lime ice cream uses simple ingredients to create a wonderful, gluten-free, frozen treat.

Gluten-free goodie of the week: Cantaloupe-lemon shake

Patricia Conte — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Who doesn’t love a good milkshake, even better as the temperatures are climbing higher each day. Fresh fruit in a milkshake? Yes please! This cantaloupe-lemon shake recipe will shake things up a bit.

Gluten-free Goodie of the Week: Devilish Chocolate-Zucchini Cake

Patricia Conte — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Here's a great combo for the summer. Since zucchini is in abundance during the warm summer months, why not include it in your desserts? This recipe for devilish chocolate-zucchini cake makes a great Gluten-free Goodie of the Week!

Gluten-free Friday: Tasty pizza options to try from Glutino and, maybe, Domino's

Patricia Conte — Fri, 25 May 2012 08:30:00 -0700

If you love pizza but usually need to make the dough yourself to maintain your gluten-free lifestyle, you have some options that offer you a reprieve. More and more companies are offering gluten-free pizzas. Check out Glutino's options, along with a great recipe for pizza roll-ups you can easily make at home.

Gluten-free goodie of the week: Summer fun with lemonade cake

Patricia Conte — Fri, 18 May 2012 07:00:00 -0700

How refreshing to drink a tall glass of lemonade while you're at the pool, the beach or at any other activity -- it's the perfect partner to the summer season. If you love lemonade and dessert, combine the two with this delightful recipe for gluten-free lemonade cake.

Bite-sized News: Domino’s goes gluten-free and Free Cone Day at Haagen-Dazs

Alicia French — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:41:00 -0700

Domino's pizza adds a new gluten-free crust to their lineup of menu items, and Haagen-Dazs is celebrating summer with a free ice cream cone today at some of their locations.

Gluten-free goodie of the week: Fit for mom -- cheesecake cups with strawberries

Patricia Conte — Fri, 04 May 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Get ready for Mother's Day! What better time to make this delightful dessert? Your mom will marvel over these cheesecake cups with strawberries!

Do you have celiac disease?

Patricia Conte — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:14:00 -0700

Do you know about celiac disease? Do you know what gluten is and what foods contain gluten? Get in the know: May is National Celiac Disease Awareness Month.

Gluten-free goodie of the week: Frozen banana-fudge pudding pops

Patricia Conte — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 07:00:00 -0700

What’s better than a flavor combo like banana and fudge? A great combo in a frosty treat! Try these two great flavors with this recipe for frosty banana-fudge pudding pops!

Gluten-free/casein-free autism diet ideas

Maria Mora — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 06:00:00 -0700

Can autism be treated with a special diet? Scientific research isn't conclusive, but many parents swear by the results they’ve seen after eliminating gluten and casein. As long as you follow the advice of your child’s doctor and ensure that your child is getting the right nutrients and vitamins, it doesn’t hurt to give gluten-free/casein-free recipes a try.