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Enjoy recipes I have been modifying from my great grandmother’s hand written collection, culinary school, friends, family and my own creations. The recipe search function is super easy; you can either put the ingredient you would like to use (i.e. garlic, chicken) or the meal of the day (i.e. dinner, lunch…). Let me know what you think of the recipes.

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Image Arroz con Guandules (Rice with Pigeon Peas)

Pigeon peas are nutritional dynamos, containing high levels of protein and packed with important amino acids. Arroz con Guandules has frequently been described as Puerto Rico's national dish.


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Image Authentic Green Salsa

This salsa is hot, so if you can`t take the heat, try the red salsa without adding any seeds or membrane from the jalapeno.


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Image Baby Red Potatoes and Cippolini Onions

Very tasty and hearty


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Image Baked Chicken Nuggets

These chicken nuggets are juicy and tender, pick your favorite sauce and let the dipping begin!


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Image Barbequed Baby Back Ribs

Who doesn't love ribs? These ribs fall off the bone and are so tender.


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Image Beef Brisket

Beef Brisket is a tender delicious beef that is great in sandwiches, or alone and super easy to make.


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Image Beef Stew

A hearty stew, this recipe will warm up your coldest days.


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Image Beer Can Chicken (Minus the Beer!)

Beer can chicken is a great way to make the chicken nice and juicy. Of course, those of us with allergies can't use a beer, so let's get creative and use another can and fill it with your favorite spices and liquid, have fun with it!


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Image Black Bean Soup

A nice hearty soup to warm up after a cold day. Add your favorite hot sauce for a little kick!


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Image Blood Orange Gastrique

Tangy and sweet


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Image Boeuf Bourguignon

Boeuf Bourguignon adapted from Julia Child's Mastering the Art of French Cooking to be Free of the 8 Major Allergens and Gluten.


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Image Braised Short Ribs

Succulent and Flavorful


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Image Brown Sugar Bacon Bites

This appetizer or snack is popular with everyone, the rich bacon with a hint of sweet is so nice.


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Image Bruschetta

Use your favorite allergen free bread to make a tasty allergen-free appetizer at your next party.


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Image Burgers

These burgers are juicy and delicious, even if you cook them to well done, the fillings keep them juicy.


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Image Butternut Squash Fries

These fries are great to nibble on while the turkey is roasting. The chili powder adds just the right amount of kick, kids and adults love these alike!


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Image Butternut Squash Soup

Great for a cold day


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Image Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

Tasty and Hearty


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Image Chicken Fajita Salad

I had some left over chicken, and fire roasted salsa - I just couldn't resist!


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Image Chicken Fajitas

In our house nothing says love like some fajitas! We love Mexican food and this is an easy and fast recipe for this family favorite.


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Image Chicken Marsala

Enjoy this wine and chicken dish, topped with onions and mushrooms, a classic.


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Image Chicken of Many Garlic Cloves

Once you take the meal out, use the garlic to spread on your favorite allergen-free bread, so yummy!


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Image Chicken Pot Pie

This creamy pot pie goes great with the crispy crust, make your own or get a ready made one that works with your allergies.


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Image Chicken Stock

Fresh and economical


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Image Chicken Vesuvio

This classic dish is easily made allergen-free, enjoy!


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Image Chicken with Maple Syrup Reduction and Pancetta Garni

Enjoy this yummy chicken dish with a touch of sweetness - your whole family will be asking for seconds.


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Image Chicken, Avocado and Mandarin Salad

This salad is a nice balance of crisp, juicy, sweet and tart, chicken makes it a meal.


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Image Cinnamon Sugar Cookies

These cookies are so good, no one will ever know they are allergen free.


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Image Colcannon

Very tasty and hearty


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Image Coq Au Vin

Succulent!


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Image Corn Chowder

A Hearty and flavorful soup.


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Image Corn, roasted red pepper and asparagus salad

This fresh and crisp salad will lighten up any meal. Great as a side or a light snack.


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Image Cranberry and Orange Glazed Ham

The glazed ham with orange and cranberries is especially delicious. Make sure to ladle the sauce over the meat when you serve it!


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Image Cranberry Sauce

I love cranberry with my poultry or pork, or if you just need it for the holidays enjoy!


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Image Cream of Chicken Soup (Minus the Cream!)

The lemon in this soup really brings out the flavors. You can have it with the shredded chicken or without, either way, YUM!


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Image Cream of Mushroom Soup

This creamy soup is perfect on a chilly day. Rich with mushrooms, you will never miss the dairy.


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Image Crock Pot Maple Syrup Baked Beans

These beans are so easy to make and are a great side for picnics, burgers or potlucks


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Image Dinner Rolls

These rolls turned out pretty good, they are not as dense as others I have tried. They are a little gooey, but really yummy when dipped in vegetable gravy.


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Image Fingerling Potatoes and Caramelized Leeks

These potatoes go great with the carmelized leaks - a new favorite.


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Image Fire Roasted Salsa

This salsa is mild, so if you like it spicy, try the green salsa and make sure to add the seeds and membrane from the jalapeno for some extra heat.


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Image Flour Tortillas

They taste just like wheat flour tortillas


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Image Garlic Asparagus

Tasty and Hearty


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Image Garlic Baked Potato

Super easy, quick prep, these baked potatoes have a nice garlic flavor to them.


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Image Glazed Carrots

I have sugar sensitivities, so I make this dish substituting honey for the brown sugar.


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Image Gram's Famous Chili

My great grandmother made this for us when the weather turned cool. The recipe calls for canned beans, I prefer to start with dried beans, but either way the recipe has got me nothing but raves, so enjoy!


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Image Green Bean Casserole

This dish will take several steps including, making the cream of mushroom soup, making the fried onions and finally assembling and finishing the final dish.


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Image Grilled Chicken with Caramelized Onions and Peppers

Just the right touch of sweet and hot, this grilled chicken does more than sizzle!


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Image Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken

A tangy chicken - Goes great with
Grilled Vegetables


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Image Grilled Squash, Zucchini and Red Pepper

A Great side for any meal.


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Image Guacamole

Need I say more? Guacamole is everyone's favorite, you can be loose with this recipe and add ingredients to taste using this recipe as a starting point, it is all good!


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Image Gyros

Nothing says Greek food more than gyros. And who says you can`t enjoy this Greek delight when you have food allergies? Certainly not me!


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Image Herb Roasted Potatoes

These herb roasted potatoes are a great side.


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Image Honey Lime Chicken Wings

Sweet and tangy, cooking these wings really stink up your house from the oil, perfect for watching the game!


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Image Hummus

Great snack


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Image Irish Onion Soup

Very tasty and hearty


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Image Italian Potato Salad

Mayonnaise free - Great for Picnics!


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Image Jumbo Meatballs

These meatballs are great for a snack, appetizer or add them to your next pasta dish.


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Image Kettle Corn

This is a perfect snack while the whole family huddles up to watch a movie. If your crew likes a little heat, add some chili powder with the powdered sugar for some sweet and heat!


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Image Lamb Chops served with a White Bean Puree

In honor of Cordon Bleu, I thought I would modify their dish Cotelettes d' Agneau Persillees with Haricots Blanc a la Bretonne. In English - Lambchops served with a White Bean Puree.


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Image Mashed Potatoes

Enjoy these potatoes with your next dinner, a family favorite.


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Image Matzo

Very tasty and hearty


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Image Meatloaf

I have been playing with meatloaf without egg and breadcrumbs, I made this version with potato chips instead and the egg wasn't even needed, it held together just fine. I had my brother (sans allergies) test if for me and he had three slices after eating a whole meal. I hope you enjoy it too, you can also add other fillers, try roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes instead of fresh - there are so many options for this family classic.


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Image Melon and Prosciutto

Really easy, this recipe only requires assembly.


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Image Minestrone

A healthy, hearty soup and can be easily made vegetarian by replacing the beef stock with vegetable stock.


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Image Onion Strings

Who says you can't have onion strings with food allergies? These onion strings are crispy, just like the real thing!


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Image Peapod and Cherry Tomato Salad

A colorful tasty salad.


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Image Pizza

Pizza without cheese and gluten is quite a difficult task. Try these tasty Pizza variations.


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Image Pork and Red Cabbage

Hearty


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Image Pork Rib Tips Served with Spicy Tomatillo Sauce

The Tomatillo sauce has some kick, if you want to bring it down a notch, remove the seeds and membrane from the jalapenos.


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Image Pork Tostadas

This is a modified Rick Bayless recipe, it originally contained coarsely shredded chicken, but I had some pulled pork leftovers so I changed it up, use equal amount of chicken for equally tasty results.


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Image Pork w/ Sweet Cabbage

Pork Loin Chops and Cabbage your Kids will Eat!


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Image Pot Roast

Great for a cold day


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Image Potato Chips

Although these are time-intense, everyone loves them and eats them faster than I can make them.


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Image Potato Latkes

This Passover favorite is crispy and tasty, you'll never miss the egg!


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Image Pumpkin Bread

Top this seasonal bread with a glaze made from your favorite juice.


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Image Pumpkin Pie Bites

Consider them pumpkin pie amuse bouche!


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Image Quinoa with Chimmichurri Dressing and Orange Radish Salad

If you haven't tried cooking with quinoa before, don't worry, it's not hard and this recipe is worth it.


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Image Risotto with Roasted Red Pepper Puree and Fresh Basil

If your allergens will allow it, risotto is lovely finished off with fresh parmesan


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Image Roasted Mixed Vegetables

I love these roasted vegetables, they are flavorful and diverse in color and variety.


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Image Salsa

A great snack or appetizer for parties, I use this salsa on fajitas and tacos too.


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Image Sausage, Cranberry and Apple Stuffing

The combination of leeks, cranberries and apple paired with sausage and traditional holiday spices is sure to be a hit.


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Image Sauteed Asparagus

This easy recipe is a great veggie for any dish.


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Image Sauteed Spinach

Goes great with this
Chicken dish


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Image Seasoned Flour

You can use this mix for all your breading needs.


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Image Shepherd's Pie

Very tasty and hearty


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Image Sloppy Joes

Kids love these sloppy joes and they are so easy to make. You can use any color peppers you have on hand, yellow peppers were on sale when I made these.


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Image Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

This dish is so yummy, your kids won't even realize they are eating squash as their spaghetti!


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Image Spicy Chicken and Rice

This dish has some kick, so if you don't like a lot of spice, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper.


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Image Spring Rolls

Try this tasty Asian treat!


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Image Stuffed Pork Chops

Enjoy this pork chop stuffed with celery, onion and garlic.


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Image Sugar Cookies

Who says you can't have sugar cookies with allergies? Enjoy.


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Image Summer Salad

I just love a salad when the weather is hot, and this recipe is quick, easy and a delicious mix of crunch, sweet, tart and juice.


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Image Sweet and Tangy Salad Dressing

This recipes tastes like French dressing, a good dressing for kids.


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Image Sweet Potato Fries

These sweet potatoes are great for a snack or as a side, and are easy to make.


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Image Tamales

I had long thought making tamales would be difficult but oh no. While it may take a bit of time to cook the pork, the rest is a snap. And the extra pork can be used to make tacos or burritos, or just add your favorite barbeque sauce for a quick and delicious lunch!


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Image Tomato Salad

This salad is best in August when fresh, local tomatoes are available.


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Image Traditional Gravy

No one will ever know this creamy gravy is allergen free.


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Image Turkey

This bird is juicy, flavorful and tender.


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Image Vanilla Frosting

Makes enough frosting for several batches of cookies


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