I began this blog in January of 2016. It was a new year and collecting my favorite gluten free, night shade and dairy free recipes became one of my one of my 2016 projects. It has become my favorite project. I have always loved great food. You can learn so much about a person or…
12 Healthy, High-Fiber, Gluten-Free Swaps for Your Favorite Starches
As I make my way through menopause, I find myself needing to make additional changes to my diet to minimize that dreaded “menopause belly,” manage blood sugar levels, and get more nutrition from the foods I eat. I love rice, potatoes, and gluten-free pasta. And don’t even get me started on sticky rice! Unfortunately, some…
Stuffed Shells
This is one of the first dishes I made regularly as a married woman… and it stuck for a reason. I first had a version of it at my best friend’s mom’s table, and it was one of those meals that felt effortless but so satisfying. It comes together faster than lasagna, uses simple ingredients,…
Marvelous Manicotti
This is one of those dishes that feels indulgent… rich, comforting, and absolutely worth it. It’s classic Italian comfort food… but it also adapts beautifully for those of us navigating food sensitivities. You can make this in the traditional way… or adjust it to be nightshade-free, gluten-free, or cow dairy-free with a few thoughtful swaps….
Taco Casserole… Loaded, Layered, and Sure to Please
This is one of those meals that feels like a crowd-pleaser every single time… layered, hearty, and packed with flavor. It’s casual enough for a weeknight… but impressive enough to serve when people are over. And here’s why I love it… it flexes. With a few simple adjustments, you can make this nightshade-free, gluten-free, and…
Salisbury Steak
This is one of those meals that feels nostalgic… but when you do it right, it becomes something completely elevated. Rich, savory, deeply satisfying… and built in layers, just like a great loco moco. You’ve got a beautifully seasoned beef patty… seared hard for flavor… then finished in a silky mushroom gravy that pulls everything…
