We make carbonara round here and love it. Because carbonara is made with pecorino which is a sheep’s milk cheese and my husband isn’t allergic to that, it means he can enjoy carbonara if we source really good gluten free pasta. So that’s what we do. Carbonara, properly made, doesn’t need cream or anything to […]
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Easy, cheesy, but gluten and cows milk free potato gratin
I have to admit, I spent a long, long time, and many attempts at perfecting this recipe, for potato gratin that doesn’t contain cows milk, before I got it to the point where I felt it was worth sharing. It’s taken some testing, and tasting, to get it just right. I love rich, cheesy, comforting […]
READ MORESarah’s amazing chocolate gluten free and dairy free chocolate brownies…
Well, it happened. I wasn’t sure it ever would, but I found a recipe for chocolate brownies that is even better than mine. Sarah, who made these gluten and dairy free chocolate brownies, very kindly agreed to let me share the recipe, these brownies are really too good to be kept a secret…. Ingredients 300g […]
READ MOREChocolate makes the best stocking filler – a Hotel Chocolat giveaway
Christmas is coming and there is much excitement in the house, with thoughts of gifts for each other and surprises in store. I have been doing a bit of shopping, and sending some subtle hints via the children for what I would like to appear in my own Christmas stocking this year (and I think […]
READ MOREFree From Baking Gets the Artisan Touch
Free From Baking Gets the Artisan Touch Newburn Bakehouse by Warburtons launches an exclusive range of artisan loaves With 30% of Brits now choosing to eat gluten and wheat free foods on a regular basis – whether due to dietary sensitivity or because they are simply aiming to adopt a healthier lifestyle – there […]
READ MOREGluten-free bread a touchy subject
*We were sent some products to review. All opinions are our own* Gluten-free bread can be very hit and miss. When you are eating a gluten-free diet, for health reasons, due to allergies or intolerance, bread and what you can and cannot eat, and what substitutes are available, is a touchy subject…It’s hard to find […]
READ MOREIlumi ready made meals – a review
When we were asked to review some ready made meals, by Ilumi, we jumped at the chance. As I have written about, before, we have struggled with finding pre packaged food, for when we need something quick and convenient, that is gluten free and also dairy free, and that my husband, and son can eat. […]
READ MOREFree school meals? No thanks.
(Image source) So, the UK government, has decided, after much umming, and ahhing, to offer free school meals to all children in Reception, Year 1 and 2 of Primary school from September. Currently only families who fall below a certain financial threshold receive school meals for their children. We are not entitled to free school […]
READ MOREGluten and dairy free pancakes
I’ve been asked for this recipe a few times, so thought I would blog about it. It’s a firm favourite in our house, and because it is gluten and dairy free, is good for those with food intolerances or allergies. You can tweak it to suit your needs. Gluten free American Style Pancakes I prefer American style, fluffier, […]
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