Lamb is a delicacy here in the United States. Typically only found in Supermarkets around holidays, this meat deserves more attention. Impressive to serve, intimidating to order, Lamb Loin Chops are actually very easy to make. I was lucky enough to find some chops on sale. These days finding a deal and knowing the techniques … Continue reading Dijon Herb Lamb Loin Chops
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Cherry Tomato Confit with Feta
This is a perfect summer time recipe. Just as the weather heats up these sweet cherry tomatoes reach their peak. Served chilled or hot, these can be a savory side dish or a delicious mid-day snack or salad. Inspired heavily by Samin Nosrat, I prefer to add some Feta or even Goat cheese into the … Continue reading Cherry Tomato Confit with Feta
Creamy Gluten-Free Alfredo Sauce
Welcome back to my Allergy Friendly Kitchen! Today we're making a classic Italian sauce: Alfredo! Alfredo Sauce is creamy, rich and earthy when done right. Cutting your aromatics and herbs right before using them increases the smells and tastes in your dish. Don't use anything other than fresh Rosemary, Garlic and Onions if you want … Continue reading Creamy Gluten-Free Alfredo Sauce
Ghent: An Underrated City in an Underrated Country
Not many Americans have Belgium on their European bucket-list, let alone view it as a honeymoon destination. But when we got creative back in 2019 and realized the most cost effective way to get to Amsterdam was to fly into nearby Brussels we jumped at the opportunity. On our first visit to Belgium we went … Continue reading Ghent: An Underrated City in an Underrated Country
White Wine Butter Sauce
White Wine Butter Sauce, aka Buerre Blanc, is a fantastic and versatile sauce. The layers of acidity, the sharp shallot and the dreamy butter infused with French flavors, this can be poured over almost anything. If you're not too comfortable with Roux this is a great place to start. It is a lighter sauce since … Continue reading White Wine Butter Sauce
Home Made Gluten Free Pasta
Looking for a decadent Gluten Free meal you can make at home for cheap? Sounds impossible… But it's not! Now we explore home made gluten free pasta. Ingredients: ½ cup GF flour to 1 egg ratio. Pinch of saltEgg to Flour ratio is based on using Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking Flour, others … Continue reading Home Made Gluten Free Pasta
Gluten Free Crepe Recipe
I honestly never thought I would have crepes again after learning about my wheat allergy. With a little experimentation I came up with the following recipe that gives you perfectly light and textured crepes. You won't even know you're not in Paris! The crepes themselves are Gluten, Dairy and Nut free, the fillings can change … Continue reading Gluten Free Crepe Recipe
Strasbourg & Colmar, France’s Fairytale Towns
The Alsace region of France was an absolute dream. A real life Disneyland Toontown if you will. It was like we were transported into the cartoon. Only a short 1 hour 45 minute direct train from Paris, Strasbourg is easily worth a visit on your next trip to France. We visited in December during the … Continue reading Strasbourg & Colmar, France’s Fairytale Towns
Gluten Free French Onion Soup
This is the first recipe in my French Bistro Series, Allergy Friendly menus. It took me travelling to another continent to realize how much food affects how you feel. These recipes are inspired by the classic Prix Fixe Bistro Menus found across Paris. Now we explore some good food that makes you feel great! The … Continue reading Gluten Free French Onion Soup
Munich: Maybe Another Time?
By the time we arrived in Munich it was snowing. Neither Jamie or I have been in falling snow for quite some time. It was magical when the first flakes fell upon our upturned faces. Our hotel was right down the street from the train station. It was conveniently located in walking distance to nearby neighborhoods and … Continue reading Munich: Maybe Another Time?