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Gluten Free Funfetti Cake This gluten free funfetti cake is perfect for birthday celebrations. The gluten free and dairy free white cake is light and airy and filled with colorful sprinkles. Finish it off with dairy free frosting and extra sprinkles for the ultimate funfetti experience! Ingredients For the Cake 1 3/4 C gluten free all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp xanthan gum 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp fine sea salt 2/3 C granulated sugar 1/4 C sprinkles 1 C coconut milk (from a carton), room temperature 1/2 C vegetable oil 1 tsp vanilla extract 4 egg whites, room temperature For the Frosting 1/2 C shortening 1/2 C dairy-free butter 3 C powdered sugar 1 tsp almond extract 2 Tbsp coconut milk food coloring, optional sprinkles, for decorating Directions For the cake: Preheat oven to 325 degrees and spray 2 6-inch cake pans with non-stick spray and line them with parchment paper cut to fit the pan. In the bowl of a stand mixer, sift together the gluten free flour, xanthan gum, baking powder,...

The BEST Pasta Salad The BEST Pasta Salad is a family recipe for pasta salad that’s easily made into gluten-free pasta salad. It’s the only party, holiday, and cookout side dish recipe you’ll need! Time for another Way Back Wednesday post! Not the kind where I talk about my passion for stirrup pants until the 8th grade, nor my sophomore year photography project of a 6″ angel garden statue with a Sarah McLachlan song written in pink jelly ink pen around it (GOD) – nope, we’re talking about unearthing my favorite recipes from the IGE archives to bring them some love here in the present! Back in 2010 I shared the recipe for my Grandpa’s Pasta Salad as part of a Super Bowl post on what I was taking to a friend’s viewing party. It’s been buried for way too long, and really is perfect for picnic and potluck season, so I’m re-sharing it today with the name it really deserves, The BEST Pasta Salad. Ingredients 1lb gluten-free short cut pasta 3 Roma tomatoes, seeded then chopped 1 cucumber,...

PALEO ALMOND FLOUR PANCAKES Grain-free, gluten-free refined sugar-free almond flour pancakes. This easy and delicious paleo pancake recipe is sure to please the whole family! These almond flour pancakes have been a staple in my household since circa 2011. They’re light, fluffy, moist, and (do I daresay) indistinguishable from pancakes made with all-purpose flour. You’ll just have to taste them to believe it! I have included a recipe video here to show you the process of making these grain-free almond flour pancakes from start to finish. Check out the video and get the full recipe at the end of this post! INGREDIENTS 1-3/4 cups finely ground almond flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 tablespoons tapioca flour optional (see note)* 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 eggs lightly beaten 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3/4 cup almond milk FOR SERVING: blueberries sliced banana almond butter pure maple syrup roasted almonds hemp seeds INSTRUCTIONS Add all ingredients to a blender and blend just until smoot...

Mediterranean Orzo Salad Mediterranean Orzo Salad is a simple vegetarian side dish recipe that’s packed with fresh and zesty flavors. Guess what? We’re hittin’ the 50s later this week – whee! I know I sound like a broken record, and have inaccurately predicted this about 16 times in the past 2 months, but this time I think the warmer (ish) weather is here to stay. That said, when Ben and I got married on April 5, 2008 there was a freak snow storm 3 days beforehand, so I can’t rule out another one, but luckily we were back up in the 60s by the time we exchanged vows.  Good story. Ingredients 6oz dry gluten free or regular orzo pasta 1-1/2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes, sliced in half 1/4 cup pitted gluten-free kalamata olives, sliced 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup chopped parsley 2 Tablespoons gluten-free capers For the Lemon Dressing: 1/4 cup lemon juice salt and pepper, lots 1 teaspoon honey 1 clove garlic 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Directions Cook pasta according to dir...

EASY CHEESY BACON CHICKEN – LOW CARB KETO GLUTEN FREE Bacon smells like Heaven. I love the smell of it wafting through the house. I’ve made this Cheesy Bacon Chicken twice for company in the last month to rave reviews so I thought I should share the love. With only 5 ingredients and a 5-minute preparation, you will feel the bacon love in no time! Cheesy Bacon Chicken - with only 5 ingredients and a 5-minute preparation, you will feel the bacon love in no time! Ingredients 5-6 chicken breasts , cut in half width wise (about 2.5-3 lbs.) 2 tbsp seasoning rub (I use my smoked paprika rub, but you can use a seasoning salt or bbq rub - basically any rub with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika - not an herb rub) 1/2 pound bacon , cut strips in half 4 oz shredded cheddar sugar free barbecue use , optional, to serve Instructions Preheat oven to 400. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Rub both sides of chicken breasts with seasoning rub. Top each with a piece of bacon....

Mediterranean Orzo Salad Mediterranean Orzo Salad is a simple vegetarian side dish recipe that’s packed with fresh and zesty flavors. Guess what? We’re hittin’ the 50s later this week – whee! I know I sound like a broken record, and have inaccurately predicted this about 16 times in the past 2 months, but this time I think the warmer (ish) weather is here to stay. That said, when Ben and I got married on April 5, 2008 there was a freak snow storm 3 days beforehand, so I can’t rule out another one, but luckily we were back up in the 60s by the time we exchanged vows.  Good story. Ingredients 6oz dry gluten free or regular orzo pasta 1-1/2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes, sliced in half 1/4 cup pitted gluten-free kalamata olives, sliced 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup chopped parsley 2 Tablespoons gluten-free capers For the Lemon Dressing: 1/4 cup lemon juice salt and pepper, lots 1 teaspoon honey 1 clove garlic 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Directions Cook pasta according to...

EASY CHEESY BACON CHICKEN – LOW CARB KETO GLUTEN FREE Bacon smells like Heaven. I love the smell of it wafting through the house. I’ve made this Cheesy Bacon Chicken twice for company in the last month to rave reviews so I thought I should share the love. With only 5 ingredients and a 5-minute preparation, you will feel the bacon love in no time! Cheesy Bacon Chicken - with only 5 ingredients and a 5-minute preparation, you will feel the bacon love in no time! Ingredients 5-6 chicken breasts , cut in half width wise (about 2.5-3 lbs.) 2 tbsp seasoning rub (I use my smoked paprika rub, but you can use a seasoning salt or bbq rub - basically any rub with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika - not an herb rub) 1/2 pound bacon , cut strips in half 4 oz shredded cheddar sugar free barbecue use , optional, to serve Instructions Preheat oven to 400. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Rub both sides of chicken breasts with seasoning rub. Top each with a piece of ba...

PALEO ALMOND FLOUR PANCAKES Grain-free, gluten-free refined sugar-free almond flour pancakes. This easy and delicious paleo pancake recipe is sure to please the whole family! These almond flour pancakes have been a staple in my household since circa 2011. They’re light, fluffy, moist, and (do I daresay) indistinguishable from pancakes made with all-purpose flour. You’ll just have to taste them to believe it! I have included a recipe video here to show you the process of making these grain-free almond flour pancakes from start to finish. Check out the video and get the full recipe at the end of this post! INGREDIENTS 1-3/4 cups finely ground almond flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 tablespoons tapioca flour optional (see note)* 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 eggs lightly beaten 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3/4 cup almond milk FOR SERVING: blueberries sliced banana almond butter pure maple syrup roasted almonds hemp seeds INSTRUCTIONS Add all ingredients to a blender and blend just until smooth (...

Gluten Free Funfetti Cake This gluten free funfetti cake is perfect for birthday celebrations. The gluten free and dairy free white cake is light and airy and filled with colorful sprinkles. Finish it off with dairy free frosting and extra sprinkles for the ultimate funfetti experience! Ingredients For the Cake 1 3/4 C gluten free all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp xanthan gum 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp fine sea salt 2/3 C granulated sugar 1/4 C sprinkles 1 C coconut milk (from a carton), room temperature 1/2 C vegetable oil 1 tsp vanilla extract 4 egg whites, room temperature For the Frosting 1/2 C shortening 1/2 C dairy-free butter 3 C powdered sugar 1 tsp almond extract 2 Tbsp coconut milk food coloring, optional sprinkles, for decorating Directions For the cake: Preheat oven to 325 degrees and spray 2 6-inch cake pans with non-stick spray and line them with parchment paper cut to fit the pan. In the bowl of a stand mixer, sift together the gluten free flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, sal...

The BEST Pasta Salad The BEST Pasta Salad is a family recipe for pasta salad that’s easily made into gluten-free pasta salad. It’s the only party, holiday, and cookout side dish recipe you’ll need! Time for another Way Back Wednesday post! Not the kind where I talk about my passion for stirrup pants until the 8th grade, nor my sophomore year photography project of a 6″ angel garden statue with a Sarah McLachlan song written in pink jelly ink pen around it (GOD) – nope, we’re talking about unearthing my favorite recipes from the IGE archives to bring them some love here in the present! Back in 2010 I shared the recipe for my Grandpa’s Pasta Salad as part of a Super Bowl post on what I was taking to a friend’s viewing party. It’s been buried for way too long, and really is perfect for picnic and potluck season, so I’m re-sharing it today with the name it really deserves, The BEST Pasta Salad. Ingredients 1lb gluten-free short cut pasta 3 Roma tomatoes, seeded then chopped 1 cucumber, pee...

Valentines pancakes Recipe Ingredients : 1 cup all purpose flour-  2 tbsp granulated sugar-  1 ½ tsp baking powder-  ¼ tsp kosher salt- 1 cup of whole milk- 1 egg- ½ tsp vanilla extract-  2 tbsp butter, melted- 5-6 medium-sized strawberries,  sliced- sprinkles of your choice Instructions : In a small bowl, mix together milk, egg, and vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in the flour mixture and pour in the milk mixture, mixing well and then adding in the melted butter and stirring until combined. Heat a sauté pan over medium-low heat and butter or spray it with cooking spray. Once hot, scoop ½ cup of batter into the pan. Immediately lay 3-4 strawberry slices on each pancake, gently pressing each one in. Sprinkle with sprinkles and let it cook for about 2 mins or until golden brown, flip to the other side and cook for another 1-2 mins. To serve, place strawberry side up and sprinkle with confectione...

CABBAGE ROLL SOUP THIS CABBAGE ROLL SOUP HAS ALL THE SAME FLAVORS AS CLASSIC BAKED CABBAGE ROLLS, BUT WITH WAY LESS WORK! THIS UNSTUFFED CABBAGE SOUP IS HEARTY, FILLING AND THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR AN EASY DINNER OPTION. There is so much going on here, between the meat, veggies and rice, that it’s really a complete meal in one pot. I do often serve this cabbage roll soup with a side of crusty bread or a green salad, just to round out the meal. Even my kids love this one, they didn’t even mind the cabbage pieces which normally they might not eat. I often make a double batch of this soup just so we have leftovers to eat for a few days, that’s how good it is! It’s absolutely perfect for a cold night, and the quick prep time makes it ideal for a busy weeknight. This cabbage roll soup has all the same flavors as classic baked cabbage rolls, but with way less work! This unstuffed cabbage soup is hearty, filling and the perfect choice for an easy dinner option. Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil...

shrimp scampi seafood lasagna A creamy shrimp scampi lasagna featuring shrimp, veggies, and plenty of melted cheese. A hit at family parties! My favorite way to prepare this meal is to layer the ingredients in a pan on the weekend (or during the weekdays) and bake at night whenever it works best for our family. That’s what makes it so simple. Well, that and the yummy shrimp from SeaPak. Just heat them up and toss them in for a fresh coastal taste of seafood. A creamy seafood lasagna featuring SeaPak® Scampi and Popcorn Shrimp. Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 9 no-boil lasagna noodles 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup celery chopped 1/2 cup carrots chopped 2 cloves garlic finely chopped 2 cups half-and-half 1 and 1/3 cup chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 egg slightly beaten 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 container 15 oz ricotta cheese 1 package SeaPak Scampi 12 oz., heated according to package instructions 1 package SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp Party Size, heated ...

CLEAN EATING CHICKEN CHILI This Clean Eating Chicken Chili is absolutely delicious! I’ve made it twice since I originally posted, and it’s only been three weeks. This hearty and healthy chili recipe is lightened up with ground chicken and is a yummy clean eating recipe PLUS it’s 21 day fix approved. INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 lb ground chicken 1 onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 cup chicken broth 1 can black beans 1/2 cup frozen corn 1 can fire roasted tomatoes (14oz) 1 can tomato paste (roughly 1/4 cup) 1/4 cup applesauce 1 tbsp ground chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp thyme 1 tsp garlic 1/2 tsp cayenne DIRECTIONS: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once that is heated add the ground chicken and scramble fry until it’s cooked (about 7-8 minutes). Add the onion and red bell pepper and cook for 3 minutes. Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil. Cover the pot and bring it down to a simmer for 50 minutes. Check on it at the 30 min...

GARLIC CHICKEN STIR FRY This garlic chicken stir fry is a quick and easy dinner that’s perfect for those busy weeknights. Cubes of chicken are cooked with colorful veggies and tossed in a flavorful garlic sauce for a meal that’s way better than take out! I used chicken breast, broccoli, mushrooms and yellow bell peppers in this dish. You can easily substitute in your family’s favorite vegetables, other great choices are snow peas, zucchini, carrots, or even celery. The veggies are cooked first, then removed from the pan and the chicken gets seared to golden brown perfection. This garlic chicken stir fry is a quick and easy dinner that's perfect for those busy weeknights! Cubes of chicken are cooked with colorful veggies and tossed in a flavorful garlic sauce for a meal that's way better than take out! INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, divided use 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup mushrooms, halved 1 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded and thinly sliced 1 pound bonel...

Spicy Fried Cauliflower “Chicken” It’s crispy, it’s tender, it’s full of flavor, and it’s vegan! This spicy fried cauliflower “chicken” is just as delicious as the real thing, but no chickens were harmed, and it’s so much healthier. Cauliflower is a great replacement for chicken in this recipe because it’s juicy, hearty, and tender. The double batter guarantees a perfect crunch! Becoming vegan has opened my eyes up to the many ways of preparing Southern staples without using animals. In every case, the vegan recipe is as delicious and fulfilling as the non-vegan alternative. So much of what we like about a traditional recipe is the seasoning, and technique. As you’ll see in this recipe, you can use classic fried chicken seasoning (which is accidentally vegan) and the same technique of double battering and dredging cauliflower through seasoned flour. Just like my Nana does it! This spicy fried cauliflower recipe has been updated since I created the video. The flax "egg" has be...

VEGETABLE TERIYAKI STIR-FRY (VEGAN, OIL-FREE, AND GLUTEN-FREE) This Vegetable Teriyaki Stir-Fry is one of my most popular recipes, and it’s been with me for a while! The veggies in this stir-fry are vibrant and cooked until just a little tender but still fresh and with some crunch. And the sauce… it’s brimming with lots of fresh garlic and ginger and has that salty/sweet teriyaki appeal. Add some tofu and cashews and serve over noodles or rice and you have one outstanding, pleasing meal! Ingredients Tofu: (optional, see note) 1 350 g (12 oz) pkg firm or extra-firm tofu, cut into cubes about 1⁄2" – ¾” thick 1 tbsp tamari or coconut aminos 1½ tbsp rice wine vinegar or red wine vinegar For the Sauce: 1/3 cup tamari or coconut aminos ¼ - 1/3 cup water 3 - 3 1/2 tbsp pure maple syrup or agave nectar 1 - 1½ tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil optional, omit for oil-free 1 tsp blackstrap molasses 5-6 medium-large cloves garlic minced (reduce for kiddo palates) ...

Instant Pot Mongolian Beef I have been dying to try out Mongolian Beef in the Instant Pot. My General Tso’s Chicken and Better than Takeout Beef & Broccoli were amazing so I knew that Mongolian Beef would be a big hit in our house. Ingredients 1.5 pounds flank steak 3/4 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup soy sauce 2 cloves garlic 3/4 cup water 2 tbs corn starch 2 tbs sesame oil 1 cup shredded Carrots Instructions Placepot saute. Add oil, steak, and garlic. Pour in carrots, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water.  Manual High pressure 10 minutes Quick Release. Place Pot back on saute bring to a boil Whisk in cornstarch. Continue on saute for about 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens Recipe Source: adventuresofanurse.com

Sopa de Fideo (Mexican Noodle Soup) This recipe will show you how to make sopa de fideo, a Mexican noodle soup in a tomato-based broth. This simple and frugal soup does not skimp on flavour and is just what you need to warm you up on a chilly afternoon! Once the noodles are golden and toasty, pour in the tomato puree and simmer it for a couple of minutes to cook out the raw onion and garlic. Then add vegetable stock, cover and simmer until the noodles are cooked through. That’s it, soup’s done and you can garnish it as you like! This recipe will show you how to make sopa de fideo, a Mexican noodle soup in a tomato-based broth. This simple and frugal soup does not skimp on flavour and is just what you need to warm you up on a chilly afternoon! Ingredients: 1 can (400 grams / 14 oz) whole tomatoes (use fresh tomatoes in summer) Half a small onion 2 cloves of garlic 1 chipotle pepper from a can (optional) 200 grams (7 oz) fideo cut noodles or spaghetti/angel hair pasta broken into 1 inch ...

VANILLA ORANGE PULL APART BREAD This bread is a sticky-sweet delight. Filled with orange and vanilla flavoring, it's definitely a sweet treat for a special brunch or dessert.  Ingredients (Serves: 6-8) 1 lb loaf, frozen white bread dough ( ex Rhodes), thawed 2 TBSP melted butter zest of 1 orange 2 TBSP white sugar FOR GLAZE 1/2 cup ( 1 stick) 1 TBSP vanilla 1 TBSP orange juice 1/2 cup brown sugar Instructions On a floured surface, roll bread dough until flat. Approx 8-10 inches long. If needed, cut corners to make a long, flat, rectangle. In a bowl, combine sugar and orange zest. Set aside. Brush melted butter on top of flatten bread dough. Then, sprinkle orange zest/sugar mixture on top of melted butter. Cut dough ( I used a pizza cutter) into smaller rectangles. You should get approx 12-15 smaller rectangles. Stack dough pieces in a 9 inch greased loaf pan,vertically. If any sugar/organge zest mixture falls, just sprinkle on top of the dough. Cover and place in a warm place to do...

TEXAS SHEET CAKE COOKIES I am aware that I have already posted a chocolate recipe this week. I am also aware that there can NEVER be enough chocolate recipes, cookie recipes and more importantly…easy recipes. If you have never been fortunate enough to have a piece of Texas Sheet Cake, than I am truly sorry. I ate my first piece as an adult and I am serious when I tell you this…I feel like my childhood was incomplete without it. The first time grandma Pearl made it for a family gathering, I was hooked but who wouldn’t be? Texas Sheet Cakes are a thin and super moist chocolate cake that are coated with a homemade and decadent cooked chocolate frosting. There isn’t any evidence to confirm that this cake actually originated in Texas but we will go with tradition {although Oregon Sheet Cake Cookies has a good ring to it}. Today I have taken this concept and turned it into my favorite food group…COOKIES!! I have also made life simple and used a cake mix for the cookie base. Using a ca...

RIDICULOUS CHOCOLATE CAKE This is the most RIDICULOUS Chocolate Cake I’ve ever made…seriously delicious, super easy and crazy moist (sorry). There is so much to love about this cake! You all know I am not opposed to using a cake mix from time to time. I, personally, look at cake mixes like any other ingredient. I don’t use them all the time, as I find making a cake from scratch is just as easy, but there are times when there is no substitute. Today is an example of that. The base for this stupid-good cake is a chocolate cake mix. It’s not negotiable. There is a time and place for “from scratch” cakes, I totally agree, but not today. I mean, have you ever tried my Earthquake Cake? Now that we are all on the same cake mix page, let’s talk a little more about this slice of perfection. The texture is so soft…I mean we add pudding mix, sour cream and a whole load of chocolate chips. You honestly could skip the frosting and dust it with a little powdered sugar if you feel so inclined, but si...