Gluten Freek http://deepwish.com *also known as gluten free guy Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:46:12 +0000 en hourly 1 Recipe Test http://deepwish.com/2012/02/recipe-test.html http://deepwish.com/2012/02/recipe-test.html#comments Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:46:12 +0000 foliovision http://deepwish.com/?p=261 Continue reading]]> Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Donec vel nunc sagittis magna vehicula volutpat. Vestibulum ante ipsum primis in faucibus orci luctus et ultrices posuere cubilia Curae; Nulla pharetra elementum vulputate. Phasellus cursus ipsum eget dolor mattis in pretium elit pulvinar. Mauris id risus sapien, eget tristique dolor. Pellentesque leo diam, porttitor vel luctus id, interdum eget est. Duis scelerisque purus eu sem bibendum venenatis. Integer sodales lacus non quam tincidunt sit amet tempus quam ultricies. Integer mattis sem sit amet enim hendrerit a porta nisl auctor. Pellentesque neque enim, egestas ac porta quis, aliquam vitae lorem. Fusce sodales lobortis laoreet. Integer commodo tincidunt sollicitudin. Quisque consequat, urna nec viverra faucibus, orci massa gravida nunc, cursus suscipit diam nisl eu nulla.

French Toast

ingredients

  • Some introduction text comes here.
  • 1 rice bread
  • 2 eggs
  • 2oz cream
  • 4oz almond milk
  • 1oz coconut oil

instructions

  • Whisk eggs, cream and milk together.
  • Heat the pan with coconut oil.
  • Cover bread in egg mixture and fry on both sides on the pan
  • Serve with jam.
Prep Time: 1 Hour
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Total Time: 1 Hour 20 Minutes
]]> http://deepwish.com/2012/02/recipe-test.html/feed 0 gluten free Punta Mita Mexico- gluten free fajitas http://deepwish.com/2012/01/gluten-free-punta-mita-mexico-gluten.html http://deepwish.com/2012/01/gluten-free-punta-mita-mexico-gluten.html#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:09:00 +0000 foliovision http://localhost/www.glutenfreeguy.com/site/?p=87 Continue reading]]> Corn tortilla chips, homemade salsas, fresh gluten free foccaccia, Mexican rice, fajitas, Haagen Daaz ice cream cups, house made frapuccinos, a sizzling rock to cook thin slices of steak, gluten free tamari sauce, home made french fries!  Where can a severely food allergic child get all these items at one place?????  Four Seasons Resort in Punta Mita, Mexico.

This resort had over 20 food allergic guests during our visit last week.  The food and beverage department is a well oiled machine.  Our first lunch, I inquired to a person I thought was our waiter a question regarding the fajitas.  His reply was, " Our fajitas have soy sauce which contain gluten- your son can not have those.  Let me get the chef for you."  By the way, he was a bus boy.

My anxiety level was very high going into this trip.  The combination of traveling to a foreign country and surrendering the preparation of my child's meals to someone else was an extremely scary and daunting task.

As usual when we travel I contacted the head chef.  In this case, the head guy is a french chef!  He must think I am a lunatic-- I asked the accomplished french chef if his kitchen was able to prepare hand cut french fries in clean oil, my pancake mix, flat hamburgers and cheese quesadillas made from corn tortillas.  His answer was YES. YES. YES. YES. We didn't head the word 'No' once during our visit.

Typically fajitas are eaten with flour tortillas but corn tortillas tastes just as good :)  Since many commercial fajita mixes have a "may contain gluten/wheat" statement--I make my own--

from left clockwise: my interpretation of perfect Mexican fajitas,
 chicken fajitas form Four Seasons Punta Mita, (chef Ramon)
corn tortillas from El Popocateptl in Chicago
gluten free guy with from left:
Israel manager of Ketsi restaurant and Chef Ramon Ketsi restaurant
]]> http://deepwish.com/2012/01/gluten-free-punta-mita-mexico-gluten.html/feed 0 more gluten free chicago-piccolo sogno, again! http://deepwish.com/2011/12/more-gluten-free-chicago-piccolo-sogno.html http://deepwish.com/2011/12/more-gluten-free-chicago-piccolo-sogno.html#comments Sat, 10 Dec 2011 20:58:00 +0000 foliovision http://localhost/www.glutenfreeguy.com/site/?p=86 Continue reading]]>
perfect gluten free spaghetti with oil, garlic and pepperincino!

You know how some places just get it right, always???? Of the countless times the gluten free boy has eaten meals at Piccolo Sogno every time the meal has been consistent--consistently safe and consistently divine! From the front door host desk to bar tenders, waitstaff and bus boys-- Piccolo Sogno has found the secret to excellent service.

Aside from the abundant gluten free choices (I'll get to that later)--Tony Priolo and Ciro Longobardo have expanded their beautiful restaurant-- They have added an exquisite vaulted ceiling to a dining room which overlooks the breathtaking new kitchen!  Copper pots from Chef Tony's personal collection hang above the marble topped island (this is where the Bronzino is hand filleted). The view into the kitchen is fascinating and so fun to watch the chefs and sous chefs in action.  On any given night Chef Tony can be seen in the kitchen expediting meal orders to his staff.   He literally stands in the kitchen and makes sure each plate is made to perfection--no sending back over cooked pasta at this restaurant.

Gluten free choices at Piccolo Sogno include gluten free pasta made with any of their sauces, daily risotto specials, perfectly made soups (love the Summer gazpacho! Skip the crouton!) a huge selection of grilled seasonal vegetables, Italian meats and Pecorino or Parmesan cheese. Drizzle some of their special balsamic glaze and you won't even miss the bread!

Piccolo Sogno also offers a selection of fresh fish, salads, homemade gelato and the BEST cappuccino outside of Sardinia!

The outside garden in the summer is unparalleled anywhere in the city.  From the time your car is dropped with the valet--you are transported into a summer Italian garden--oversize umbrellas shield guests from inconsistent Chicago weather. Tall industrial heaters warm up diners in the early spring, late fall or freaky cold summer night--  the lush garden even has a fig tree!  Winter or summer, romantic dinner for two or large group meal--Piccolo Sogno is an energetic, authentic, warm and friendly place to share a divine Italian meal. Make sure to let them know that the gluten free guy sent you:)







Chef Tony Priolo and Business Partner Ciro Longobardo
***When you make a reservation please inform the restaurant about your gluten allergy and when you arrive make sure to let the manager and your server know as well! ***


braised beef short ribs over creamy polenta


roast and grilled half chicken with perfect roast potatoes
i THINK this is Bronzino--i don't eat fish but everyone LOVED it:)
 
]]> http://deepwish.com/2011/12/more-gluten-free-chicago-piccolo-sogno.html/feed 0 gluten free chicago–Tocco Restaurant! http://deepwish.com/2011/12/gluten-free-chicago-tocco-restaurant.html http://deepwish.com/2011/12/gluten-free-chicago-tocco-restaurant.html#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 04:49:00 +0000 foliovision http://localhost/www.glutenfreeguy.com/site/?p=85 Continue reading]]> Don't let the words Pizzeria scare you! Tocco is an upscale and hip Northern Italian restaurant located in the city of Chicago.  The chef/owner Bruno Abate has listened to his gluten free customers! Aside from the daily fish specials, soups, grilled vegetables, divine salads and grilled steak--Tocco offers risotto and gluten free pasta to be used with any of their homemade sauces!  Favorites of the gluten free boy include fresh tomato/basil sauce or aglio, olio and pepperincino! Homemade gelato, flourless chocolate cake, espresso poured over vanilla gelato or cappuccino ends the perfect Italian meal.

Bruno is a perfectionist--and his food is perfect also.  When you make a reservation be sure to mention your gluten allergy and the seriousness of it.  Ask your server to ensure the use of a clean pot and strainer to make your gluten free pasta.  

Tocco has the coolest looooooong glass topped table as the centerpiece of their dining room- last time I counted I think the table fits 20 or 24 people!  What a totally cool way to celebrate with a big group of friends.  Make sure to request Eddie--he will treat you right--get your gluten free order rolling and keep your glasses full.

Another cool thing about Tocco is the big screen showing Italian fashion shows on the back wall.  I told Bruno he should consider showing videos of HIMSELF cooking--I would love to learn some of his cooking secrets!

Summer at Tocco is nice because of his awesome side patio--or sit inside at the giant windows (windows open with huge industrial garage type doors).  Also--as an added bonus for several months a year Bruno's cousin comes from Italy and she cooks!  The amazing chef gene runs in their family--I wish these people lived with us.

totally cool center piece glass table at Tocco!

aaaaah!  favorite gluten free pasta combination--side by side:
fresh tomato sauce and olive oil, garlic and pepper flakes!
 
 
 
 
Gluten free boy and his people at Tocco in front of the cool garage door windows! I brought the cakes :)
]]> http://deepwish.com/2011/12/gluten-free-chicago-tocco-restaurant.html/feed 0 gluten free French/Parisian macaroons! Holiday cookie #6 http://deepwish.com/2011/12/gluten-free-frenchparisian-macaroons.html http://deepwish.com/2011/12/gluten-free-frenchparisian-macaroons.html#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:30:00 +0000 foliovision http://localhost/www.glutenfreeguy.com/site/?p=84 Continue reading]]>
I admit these cookies look scary to make--but they are not! Simple, OK, not exactly simple instructions--but easy enough to follow- and fun to make! I made chocolate but I will instruct how to make colored macaroons also. Use your favorite frosting/filling to be as creative as you like.  These cookies when made right have a crunchy outside and a soft chewy inside--if you follow the instructions--you will make perfect Parisian macaroons!  Enjoy--
 
french macarons have the little "foot" at the bottom after baking!
chocolate ganache and raspberry jam--great combo!
 

chocolate macarons filled with from left: vanilla buttercream, mint buttercream and chocolate ganache


 
 
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Oh ya--you've seem them--the gluten free boy has seen them also.  Oreo's made for every holiday--orange inside for Halloween, Pink inside for Easter, red and green inside for Christmas, even mint fudge covered Oreos for everyday!

Get out the chocolate, sprinkles and mint extract- start dipping!  This is an easy and fun way to make everyday gluten free Oreos into the fun holiday variety! I also tried my hand at the girl scout classic Thin Mints.  Easy and quick!

chocolate fudge mint covered and sprinkled gluten free oreos
chocolate fudge covered and sprinkled gluten free oreos
'thin mints'-gluten free and homemade! 
 

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Glutenfree holiday cookie #4 chocolate chip chewy meringue cookies

Somemeringue cookies are disgusting—The gross ones have a kind of a chalk likeappearance and teeth grinding chew for the texture. The following recipe makes a chewy meringue—crunchy on the outside andchewy on the inside.    You can omit the cocoa powder and make a whitemeringue with chocolate chips inside. OR  add green food coloring and  a  bit of peppermint extract to make chocolate mint meringues-


either use mini chocolate chips or chopped up semi sweet chocolate chunks--i use which ever i have in the house.
to make a mint version--omit cocoa powder and add green coloring and 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract.






Sometimes I add chocolate sprinkles to the top before baking.











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Glutenfree holiday cookie #3—Chocolate Pecan Florentine cookies.

TypicallyFlorentine cookies aren’t made with cocoa powder BUT…when baking gluten free Ialways jump at the opportunity to add another dimension of depth to therecipe.  Since the gluten free boyonly likes chocolate things—I added cocoa to this classic cookie recipe.  For the holidays, I also add mintchocolate drizzle.  You cansubstitute white chocolate or dark chocolate instead.


to order almond flour on line: http://authenticfoods.com/products/item/38/Almond-Meal-Flour



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 I spend an inordinate amount of time scouringcookbooks and my personal archives for recipes--this is what happens when yourchild is anaphylactic to a simple ingredient such as WHEAT.  Some of thosestore bought cookies look so damn delicious.  It has become my currentlife's mission for my child to experience the taste of those store boughtcookies--only better and always gluten free.

I am currently experiencing a chocolate and mint phase.  First becausethis is the gluten free boy's favorite combination and second because it is a festive holiday combination. I know some people hate the combo--so feel free tosubstitute plain chocolate or vanilla cream whenever mint is specified!

I used Hershey's Dark unsweetened cocoa powder--and always Gluten Free Pantry GF flour Blend

*After baking--I had to re-shape the cookies.  While hot I used a fluted cookie cutter for a more oreo-ish edge! 



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Anyparent of a food allergic kid already knows that necessity is the mother ifinvention. As I was strolling the cookie aisle of a local grocery store, Icouldn't help but notice the enticing NEW Keebler mint cream cookies--mint andchocolate are the absolute favorite combination of the gluten free boy.

Asidefrom the fact that the gluten free boy can't eat Keebler's newest mintyconcoction, I was fascinated by the color green they use for the mint.  Thiscolor green is not found in nature.

Iresearched, obsessed and baked until I came up with a divine combination ofmint and chocolate in a cookie. For the green mint I decided on classic MarthaStewart mint green.  It looks minty, matches my Martha Stewart Kitchen Aidmixer and it looks better then the gross lime green in the Keebler cookie!


batch #1--mint chocolate center--the cookie didn't taste great.



batches #2, 3 and 4! brownie cookies with mint glaze decoration
black and green cookie
mint cream center



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