Pear and Blueberry Breakfast Crisp (Gluten Free)

Pear and Blueberry Breakfast Crisp (Gluten Free)

A less sweet version of a crisp/crumble which is full of healthy fruit and oats. Pear and blueberries work really well together, but feel free to experiment with apples and stone fruits. This is probably my kids favorite breakfast, and maybe the only breakfast that 

3 ingredient gluten-free flatbread

3 ingredient gluten-free flatbread

  Try this amazingly easy and quick gluten-free flatbread. Great so many ways – with butter, topped with cheese and tomatoes and grilled for a quick pizza or served with curry and stews. Print Recipe 5 from 1 vote 3 Ingredient Gluten-Free Flatbread So easy 

Passionfruit Lemonade

Passionfruit Lemonade

When passion fruit is in season, we get so excited when we find it at our local farmers market. The floral and aromatic tones pair great with lemon for a refreshing summer drink. Or add mint and rum for an easy passion fruit mojito, great 

Breakfast yogurt and fruit cups with toasted nut base

Breakfast yogurt and fruit cups with toasted nut base

A great make-ahead base for an easy breakfast. For busy families, they can be topped quickly in the morning with yogurt and fruit, for a healthy and kid friendly breakfast. The nutty, crunchy base compliments the yogurt well and can be individualized for picky kids 

Mango and mint smoothie

Mango and mint smoothie

A refreshing mango smoothie, elevated by fresh mint. Here’s a short video for this simple recipe, a printable version is below. Print Recipe Mango and mint smoothie A healthy and delicious smoothie, mint adds a fresh flavor that pairs well with the mango.  Prep Time5 

crispy skin salmon with sweet chili sauce

crispy skin salmon with sweet chili sauce

I don’t know how it took me so long to discover the pleasure of crispy skin salmon. The skin is like a little appetizer on it’s own, if you never ate it before, give it a try! Other than smoking this is now my favorite 

asian slaw

asian slaw

This slaw adds a ton of freshness and color to pulled pork sandwiches. It’s also an easy to make side for any bbq or picnic. Here is the video of the process. Scroll down for the printable recipe. Print Recipe Asian Slaw An easy colorful 

blackberry jam

blackberry jam

I love blackberries when they are in season. Make that season last a little longer by making jam. Print Recipe Blackberry Jam Sweet blackberry jam, enjoy the taste of summer all year long. Author: Mary Griffiths Ingredients5 1/2 cups crushed blackberries this can be easily 

sweet potato and black bean tacos

sweet potato and black bean tacos

Sweet potato and black beans make for easy gluten free and vegan tacos with lots of flavor! Print Recipe Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos Author: Mary Griffiths Ingredients1 tablespoon avocado oil or oil of choice2 sweet potatoes2 cups of cooked black beans3 garlic cloves 

panna cotta with raspberry coulis

panna cotta with raspberry coulis

This is an easy but impressive dessert that can assembled quickly. A favorite with kids and adults! Here is the video, scroll down for the recipe:   Print Recipe panna cotta with raspberry coulis Enjoy authentic panna cotta, so easy to make. Author: Mary Griffiths 

pakora waffles

pakora waffles

We adapted this recipe from our regular pakora recipe. These savory waffles give you all the flavor of the popular deep fried Indian snack without the hassle of dealing with all the oil. Make a meal of it and serve with tandoori chicken. Check out 

tandoori chicken

tandoori chicken

I love tandoori chicken, but I don’t love the red dye that is often added in most restaurants. Make it at home for a fraction of the cost. Although I don’t have a tandoor oven,you can make a tasty home made version in your oven, 

spiced chickpea and roasted cauliflower salad with herbs

spiced chickpea and roasted cauliflower salad with herbs

I like chickpeas and cauliflower, but I love this salad. You should plan to make it ahead as you need to roast the cauliflower to get the fullest flavor. Make it on the weekend and enjoy it all week. Print Recipe spiced chickpea and roasted 

piri piri wings

piri piri wings

A few weeks ago I really felt like some wings, but was all out of buffalo sauce, I didn’t really want to go the store either. I know, sad story. Don’t worry this story has a happy ending.  I checked in the fridge and pantry 

gluten free sticky toffee pudding

gluten free sticky toffee pudding

A classic British pudding which is just as good gluten-free. This is a great winter dessert. Print Recipe gluten free sticky toffee pudding Author: Mary G Ingredients175 g medjool dates stoned and roughly chopped1 teaspoon baking soda300 ml boiling water3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened1/2 cup light 

gluten free waffles with blueberry syrup sauce and cream

gluten free waffles with blueberry syrup sauce and cream

I love it when a gluten free dish is just as good if not better than the original, and these certainly qualify. They are fluffy, light and crispy, all things a good waffle should be. This makes 4 to 5 large waffles. Leftover waffles can be 

buffalo chicken wings

buffalo chicken wings

We don’t deep fry a lot, so when we do we tend to do a couple of different items. Make some pakora first and then use the remaining oil for these wings. These wings are the bomb in either the gluten or gluten-free version. Double 

homemade smoked salmon (lox)

homemade smoked salmon (lox)

I love smoked salmon or lox, but hate to pay $8.00 a tiny little package, so a few years ago I started to research the process of cold smoking. I came up with the simple method below. The key is the ratio of salt to 

spiced carrot, orange and cilantro soup

spiced carrot, orange and cilantro soup

Perfect for a late fall day, a warming hearty soup with lots of flavor, but make sure your spices are fresh for the best results. This soup freezes well. Print Recipe spiced carrot, orange and cilantro soup Author: Mary Griffiths Ingredients8 cups peeled and chopped 

roasted beet, parmesan, mixed greens and pumpkin seed salad

roasted beet, parmesan, mixed greens and pumpkin seed salad

The sweet roasted beets and parmesan pair perfectly with crunchy roasted pumpkin seeds. Print Recipe roasted beet, parmesan, mixed greens and pumpkin seed salad Author: Mary Griffiths Ingredients1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1/2 cup olive oil1 clove crushed garlic1 tablespoon sugar1/8 teaspoon salt3 large handfuls mixed 

cranberry sauce with red wine and orange

cranberry sauce with red wine and orange

Red wine and orange give a subtle upgrade to a classic recipe. Print Recipe cranberry sauce with red wine and orange Author: Mary Griffiths Ingredients2 cups white sugar3/4 cup red wine2 teaspoon orange rind1/4 teaspoon salt1 lb cranberries InstructionsCombine the first 4 ingredients in a 

thanksgiving and christmas stuffing balls

thanksgiving and christmas stuffing balls

I love having a roast Turkey dinner at Thanksgiving and Christmas but not because of the turkey itself. Turkey is good, but the sides are what I really love and one of my favorite sides are these delicious stuffing balls. I make them in a ball 

breakfast sausages

breakfast sausages

Sausages taste so good but they can be a little scary when you don’t know what’s in them. Make them at home with quality ingredients and have no fear. Sausages are surprisingly easy to make, especially if you make patties. If you want to stuff 

grilled tri-tip

grilled tri-tip

Tri-tip is a cut of beef that is beautifully tender and flavorsome. Here in California, you can pick it up in many supermarkets, but I hear it is a little harder to come by in other places. Even if it is a little hard to 

mixed greens, asparagus, pumpkin seed and apple salad

mixed greens, asparagus, pumpkin seed and apple salad

Roasted pumpkin seeds are a wonderful addition to any salad, but work particularly well with asparagus, apple and greens here. Print Recipe mixed greens, asparagus, pumpkin seed and apple salad Author: Mary Griffiths Ingredients4 cups mixed greens1 small bunch asparagus1 apple peeled and thinly sliced1/4 

pakora with a sweet chilli dipping sauce

pakora with a sweet chilli dipping sauce

This is a great option for anyone in a gluten free rut! Most vegetables can be substituted, but onion is key. You can also make this on a waffle iron. If you want to go all out, serve with tandoori chicken.  Print Recipe pakora with 

chick pea/garbanzo bean dip with cumin

chick pea/garbanzo bean dip with cumin

We use dried chickpeas/garbanzo beans instead of canned, they taste better and don’t have the bpa from cans leaching into them. Leave chick peas soaking overnight and simmer for an hour or so the next day. Freeze any that are leftover for another day. My kids 

potatoes with red onion and thyme.

potatoes with red onion and thyme.

Sometimes simple ingredients cooked correctly are more than the sum of the parts. The potatoes sweat first in the foil, so the end result is tender, crispy and full of flavor. Don’t count on leftovers. Print Recipe potatoes with red onion and thyme. Author: Mary 

spice encrusted roast potatoes

spice encrusted roast potatoes

This is a flavorsome potato recipe that works great as a side for most meat dishes, particularly those with a bold flavor. Whenever we want heat for a spice rub we use whole dried chillis, which can found in the Hispanic isle of many supermarkets. 

Mary’s gluten free flour mix

Mary’s gluten free flour mix

This is a great all purpose gluten free flour blend, often when I make it I will double or triple the ingredients as we use it frequently. I have had wonderful results substituting this blend straight into our favorite recipes, from cookies and cake to pizza. 

meatball italian sausage hybrid

meatball italian sausage hybrid

Meatballs can be added to a tomato pasta sauce, make a sandwich with marina sauce with crusty white bread or serve with marina sauce to dip! Print Recipe meatball italian sausage hybrid Author: Mary Griffiths Ingredients10 large basil leaves3 cloves garlic1/4 cup ground parmesan1/3 cup 

salsa

salsa

Roasting tomatoes and peppers for the salsa gives a wonderful depth of flavor. See the video below for step by step instructions. Print Recipe salsa Course: AppetizerCuisine: Mexican Ingredients1 1/4 lb or around 10 to 12 Campari style tomatoes stems removed and halved vertically2 jalapenos1