Great food... that's Gluten Free
Cornish hens are basically small chickens and they’re the perfect size for a single serving. I generally lean towards fruity sauces and glazes when making cornish hens (and duck). I guess that’s why Cornish Hens with Raspberry Sauce totally appeals to me.
I love the flavors, textures and colors in this recipe but it’s the pan searing of the beets that differentiates this beet recipe from most others. The pan searing creates these delicious little crispy bits on the beets that are so satisfying. And pairing the beets with dollops of greek yogurt, gives this dish just the right amount of extra zhuzh. Lemony Beet Bliss will put a satisfied, even blissful smile on your face.
Crispy Rice. Crispy Chicken Skin. Now you’re talking to me. Crispy Sheet-Pan Turmeric Rice and Chicken is about outstanding Persian flavor AND magical crackling crispiness. In other words, it’s a two-fer that’s found on one sheet pan. Want to know more?
Baked fish really isn’t my thing but when you coat a fish (or any protein for that matter) with nuts or breading, is the way to go. Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Maple Mustard Drizzle comes out of the oven perfectly cooked, with terrific pistachio crunch and topped by a maple-mustardy sauce that is simply fantastic.
I really enjoy most foods but when it comes to beans…well, meh. And despite that, I devour every last spoonful of Vegetarian Cassoulet each time I make it. The complexity of flavors that are layered within are what makes this recipe a real surprise. I know you’ll love it as much as I do!
Deliciously saucy with a sweet, velvety vibe, Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts is one of those recipes that everyone loves, even the kids! The cross hatch scoring is key to the sauce seeping into every crevice so each forkful of chicken is perfectly filled with lip-smacking flavor.
Almost everyone loves chicken lettuce wraps (except for vegetarians and vegans perhaps😉)! If you make Gluten Free Chicken Lettuce Wraps (P.F. Chang’s Copycat), you’ll have an instantaneous home run. Whether you serve it as an appetizer or main course, these wraps will get gobbled up…and fast!
Are you a fan of orange chicken? If so, you know this recipe speaks to you! Orange Glazed Crispy Tofu and Broccoli is a vegetarian riff on the Chinese classic that’s baked (not fried!). The key to the crispiness of the tofu is the craggy edges that are formed by hand-tearing the tofu. The tofu then gets coated in cornstarch and baked. Orange Glazed Crispy Tofu and Broccoli is crispy, orange-y, vegetable-y and very tasty.
I love the combination of steak and blue cheese! In Black and Blue Steak Salad with Quinoa Crunchies, we have the best of that combo, and then add in some refreshing salad ingredients and top it off with fun quinoa crunchies … it’s a total home run!
Grilled Chicken with a Citrusy Middle Eastern Relish transforms your everyday chicken into a special and unique dinner that’s presentation worthy! For this recipe, we are grilling the chicken until the skin has a nice crackle to it (approximately 30 mins.) and then topping the chicken with a balanced and snappy middle-eastern-spiced relish. The relish is so tasty, crunchy, and bright that it takes top-billing here.
There are two techniques that when used in combination can take a tough cut of meat like London Broil and make it into a tender, mouthwatering dinner. The first technique is to prick the London Broil all over with a fork to allow the marinade to easily penetrate the meat and the second is to use baking soda in the marinade as the secret weapon tenderizing agent. Whether you only have an hour to spare or overnight, you’re on your way to having a very delicious, Love Me Tender London Broil dinner. Love me tender, love me true❣️
Zingy Brown Sugar Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Mint Sauce is a dish that’s layered with flavor. It starts with the shrimp, of course. They have some heat from the cayenne and, when grilled, a lovely candied edge forms on the shrimp from the brown sugar in the marinade. Spoon on the fresh mint sauce for some herbaceous freshness. Whether you serve this as a main course (as I did) or an appetizer, this dish is a summertime winner. My husband and daughter concur😋!
To this day BBQ Chicken is one of my all-time favorite meals. I get a real chuckle when I think back to visiting days at overnight camp and I would request my mom bring me BBQ chicken (thighs only!!) and Santa Rosa plums while every other camper was asking their parents to bring candy and soda. It’s so Michelle🤷🏻♀️. Since those long ago days, my tastes and cooking have changed over the years but my love of BBQ chicken has never waivered. Saucy Candied BBQ Chicken is lacquered lots of sauce that gets ridiculously caramelized and snappy…just the way I like it!
Seared Honey Lime Scallops is simultaneously refreshing and decadent and can be served as a main course or an appetizer. It’s up to you! Either way you’re going to love the flavors of this recipe. And you can serve the scallops warm or cold which is an extra bonus.
There’s nothing like a perfect bowl of pasta to make you feel wonderfully satisfied. GF Pasta with Hazelnuts, Parmesan, and Arugula hits the spot and comes together lickety-split. It’s got a smidge of heat, a balanced amount of saltiness, a satisfying crunch from the hazelnuts, brightness from the lemon zest with the balsamic syrup being the perfect finisher.
Gai Yang is a grilled Thai chicken dish that is loaded with flavor. In Thai-Style Grilled Chicken with Dipping Sauce, I’ve simplified and “westernized” some of the ingredients and instructions of this classic Thai street dish so that you too can enjoy this amazing recipe in your own home. You’re gonna love it because the flavor is insane! Whatever you do, don’t skip the dipping sauce, it’s integral to the overall awesomeness of the dish.
Yum. Yum. Yum! Spiced Lamb Pockets with Tzatziki Sauce (Gluten Free) are packed with unbelievable flavor. They’re a cinch to make and if you can grill a burger, then grilling the Spiced Lamb Pockets is well within your wheelhouse. Top with some cooling Tzatziki Sauce (or not!) and enjoy!
Cooking great meals during the week can be challenging for all of us. We want to keep dinners simple but don’t want to give up flavor for simplicity. Voila! Weeknight Indian-Spiced Chicken is here to answer the call. It’s a quick, easy, tasty one-pan meal that is a crowd pleaser…even for picky eaters.
This recipe has been in my head for over 20 years! Does anyone remember the Philadelphia restaurant Carey’s on 15th street?? It only survived for a short while but my sister and I completely fell in love with the fried calamari. It was the most delicious calamari we ever had. The secret ingredient? Graham cracker crumbs! The restaurant is long gone but now you too can enjoy Fried Calamari with Zingy Aioli (Gluten Free). It’s got a sweet, slightly caramelized crunch and crispiness (thanks to the graham crackers) that you’d expect from a fried calamari dish and it’s complemented by a briny, slightly spicy aioli dipping sauce. The combination is totally outrageous!
Don’t underestimate this straight-up excellent dish because of its simplicity. The allure of Tofu with Warm Soy-Sauced Tomatoes is the juxtaposition of the warm sauced tomatoes with the cold, uncooked tofu. It’s unexpected and it’s delicious.
I’m not a meatloaf girl but I LOVE this meatloaf! It’s truly Meatloaf Perfection (Gluten Free) and all the credit goes to the prunes, yes, the prunes!!
Crispy Creamy Mustard Chicken is a simple, one-pan recipe that makes it an easy weeknight dinner. But don’t let that fool you. There are complex flavors going on in this pan. The creme fraîche is the secret ingredient that brings luxuriousness to this gem. It makes Crispy Creamy Mustard Chicken a decadent and impressive dish that can easily be served at a dinner party.
Tomato Walnut Penne Pasta (Gluten Free) is one of those recipes that reels you in. Even after eating two large helpings you’ll still be looking forward to leftovers the next day. As you GF-er’s know, that’s really impressive for a gluten free pasta dish!
Is your tank almost on empty as you contemplate what to cook for dinner? Have you been asked multiple times the dreaded “What’s for dinner??” Well, if this is you, you can relax. The beauty of Spiced Aioli Chicken Breasts is its simplicity! It’s a lazy foodies dream recipe because while it has few ingredients, it’s mighty tasty and is on the table in less than 30 minutes. Are you smiling yet? I hope so!
Korean BBQ anyone?? The marinade on Sweet and Spicy Korean Short Ribs (Gluten Free) becomes a delectable candied lacquer when grilled AND cooks for less than eight minutes! If you want easy, quick, poppin’ flavor that’s Korean BBQ style, you’ve got to give this one a try!
I LOVE sheet-pan recipes because they really simplify the cooking and clean-up processes. Sheet Pan Portobello Parmigiana – (Gluten Free) fits that bill and then some. Store bought marinara sauce and pre-shredded mozzarella totally lighten the load on this very tasty and filling vegetarian recipe.
Cashew Chicken with Asparagus is a totally scrumptious recipe. It’s got the nutty cashew crunch with a sweet honey pepper sauce that melds perfectly with the turmeric chicken and asparagus morsels. The dish comes together in 10 minutes once you get cooking. Can you say “easy dinner that everyone will love?!”
While Poke originated in Hawaii, it’s now mainstream and available in many restaurants and even in many supermarkets. However, making your own Poke Bowls is a total breeze. And if your reaction is anything like my husband’s was when devouring his homemade Tuna Poke Bowl, you’ll be strutting around doing the Hokey Pokey or busting a move!
This recipe uses Castelvetrano olives which are quite different from other olives. They are meaty and buttery unlike the typical salty olive. Tangy Chicken with Olive Herb Dressing combines the Castelvetrano olives, parsley, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon with the schmaltzy chicken drippings. The result is a jammin’ chicken dinner that takes little effort to make.
The poblano salsa is the star of this recipe. The salsa is bright and briny from the lemon and capers and slightly smoky and earthy from the poblano pepper. Salmon with Roasted Poblano Salsa tastes great whether it’s served hot, cold, or room temperature.
Creamy Coconut Crunch Shrimp is a hybrid recipe…part ceviche-inspired, part Peruvian, yet stands all on its own. Instead of “cooking” the shrimp in an acid (lime, lemon, or orange) like is usually done for ceviche, the shrimp are poached in a wonderful lime coconut milk, which is then reduced into a velvety sauce. For the finishing touches add colorful cherry tomatoes, jalapeños and red onion for some bite, cilantro as a fresh herby accent and then topped with some broken tortilla chips for overall fun crunchiness.
Steak with Hot Miso Butter is loaded with full-on umami flavor. The steak is totally delicious on its own but it’s the creative blend of butter, miso, and sriracha that propels this baby right off the charts!
Poached Cod in Tomato Curry is a silky smooth curry that is SO simple to make and is loaded with fantastic global flavors. It’s ready in 30 minutes and is just as delicious the next day… if you’re lucky enough to have any leftovers!
If you’ve never had Pad See Ew before you are in for a real treat! Pad See Ew is a Thai dish that is “sort of” a cousin to Pad Thai but it generally uses wider noodles and broccolini (similar to Chinese broccoli) and has a deeper, richer and more charred flavor than Pad Thai. Plus, it has a double sauce combo…one that is used when cooking the dish and the other that is the sweeter and thicker finishing sauce. More on that later! What’s fantastic here is that Gluten Free Pad See Ew has all of the amazing characteristics of regular Pad See Ew but without the gluten! Cha-ching!
This recipe totally rocks. Balsamic Chicken with Blistered Tomatoes and Burrata is a one-pan wonder that takes less than 30 minutes to whip up. The flavor of the dish is phenomenal and the eye appeal is top-notch!
Parmesan Roasted Cabbage with Walnuts absolutely sings with flavor. It’s packed with Parmesan, walnuts, fresh herbs, and anchovies which are the hidden little flavor bombs in this dish(Ssh…no one needs to know they’re in there! Let’s keep it between me and you! 😉). Who knew roasted cabbage could taste SO good and look this sophisticated?!
Horseradish Panko Crusted Salmon gets cooked low-and-slow in this recipe. This cooking method is a sure-fire way to enjoy juicy salmon every time. The slightly spiced horseradish mayo lends a subtle sweetness and spiciness to the salmon while the gluten free panko adds the amazing crunch.
Balsamic-Glazed Garlic, Spinach, and Cheddar Tart (Gluten Free) is a slam dunk. While all of the ingredients are important, it’s the Balsamic-Glazed Garlic that you will be dreaming about. I’m going to level with you…peeling all of these garlic cloves was a pain BUT I discovered that many markets sell peeled garlic cloves. YES🙏🏻 to small conveniences. Less time prepping and more time enjoying!
Yum-mo! Honey Lime Chicken – Gluten Free is lip-smacking delish. The chicken skin gets browned and crispy in the pan and the sauce is thick, sweet and tangy. This dish is a total family favorite!
I love easy, quick meals that have big flavors. Easy Mediterranean Shrimp is exactly that dish. It’s one you’ll find on menus in many Mediterranean restaurants and now you can make it at home and have it on the table in less than 30 minutes. I betcha it’s even better than what you would get at the restaurant!
If you are a fan of Asian dishes that run on the sweeter side like Orange or Lemon Chicken, you will love Vietnamese Caramel Chicken. The sauce is a unique combination of flavorings that come together to create a deliciously sweet, sticky sauce with amazingly tender chicken.
I know exactly what you’re thinking…no way Michelle, it’s too complicated to make Crispy Whole Duck à l’Orange. I’m here to tell you with 100% certainty that you CAN do this and it’s as easy as roasting a chicken…I promise! And after roasting for one hour and 30 minutes or so, you’ll have succulent duck meat with the crispiest, most delectable skin ever, paired with a luscious, citrusy orange sauce. Often times the most difficult part of this recipe can be finding a market that sells duck!
Low and Slow Rib Roast has an amazing crust that’s packed with flavor while the meat remains tender and medium-rare on the inside. Put the roast in the oven and cook it low-and-slow and then finish it with a blast of high heat before you’re ready to serve your masterpiece. Whether you are entertaining for a holiday, celebrating a birthday, having friends over, or just want to indulge, this masterpiece is easily within your reach.
No need to go to or take out from P.F. Chang’s when you can make their Mongolian Beef Dish at home! Copycat P.F Chang’s Gluten Free Mongolian Beef has extra crispy steak (thanks to the corn starch) that’s cooked to perfection and then is coated in a lip-smacking sweet and savory sauce. I doubt there will be leftovers…we polished off the whole plate!
Caramelized Cabbage with Spiced Tomato Gravy will make you feel cozy-warm. The spiced tomato sauce combined with the extra soft and wilted cabbage is the perfect cold weather (or rainy or snowy) dish. And don’t skip the sour cream and fresh herb add-ons…they complete the experience!
Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey with Homemade Gluten Free Gravy is backed by 60+ years of my mom’s cooking and entertaining experience and now I’m sharing all the intel and secret tips with you!!
While salt and pepper fish is a classic asian dish, the scallion rice in this rendition kicks this recipe up a notch or two. The fish is mixed with some simple ingredients such as ginger, gluten free soy sauce, honey, and of course, salt and pepper and then quickly seared in the pan. Meanwhile the rice is mixed with sugar, vinegar, scallions and butter. Yup…butter! Place the fish over the rice and wham-o, Salt & Pepper Fish with Scallion Rice is served. It’s a perfect, simple asian-style dinner.
I’m going to come clean…I’ve never used a slow-cooker before. Mind blowing, I know! After making this recipe, I can now see why everyone loves their slow-cookers so much! It’s the perfect appliance to make this pulled brisket recipe. The brisket becomes fall-apart tender and is amazingly saucy with just the right amount of perfectly caramelized edges. I know I’ll be making this Slow-Cooker Pulled BBQ Brisket recipe again…especially for football game gatherings!
During the summer when basil is abundant (and potentially taking over your garden!), is the perfect time to make pesto. The traditional pesto most of us are familiar with uses pine nuts but in this recipe toasted pecans are the secret ingredient. Pecan Basil Pesto with Pasta (GF) is a “nutty” twist on pesto. It’s a subtle yet delightful variation of a very popular classic.
Whether you want a light dinner on a warm evening or need a main course for a picnic or potluck, Salmon with Creamy Dill Dressing is the perfect choice. It’s super easy to make (and transport, if need be) and can be served warm, room temp, or cold.
Holy smokes … this Lemongrass-Crusted Lamb Chops with Herb Salad is bursting with flavor! Each bite is like a total flavor-bomb awakening the senses. The crust on the lamb has the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and salty components that all work together harmoniously. And the limey herb salad completes the taste bud sensations with a refreshingly tart finish. And bonus, most of the prep work for this dish is done ahead of time.
Sambal Chicken Skewers with Garlicky Mayo are the bomb! The marinade is fabulous and creates a tangy, sweet, and spicy glaze on each morsel. Serve the chicken with the Garlicky Mayo and you’re all set for a helluva skewer experience!
Moroccan-Spiced Broccoli Salad is a fusion of robust flavors, textures, and colors that hits all of the right notes… sweet, salty, spicy, and crunchy. It’s also VERY adaptable and open to MANY variations to suit your personal tastes. It’s a cinch to throw together and the longer it sits, the better it gets.
Sheet Pan Mediterranean Halibut and Vegetables is a delicious, healthy one-pan meal. The halibut and vegetables are placed together on one sheet pan, coated in lemon herb oil, and then roasted in the oven. Serve Sheet Pan Mediterranean Halibut and Vegetables family-style or plate separately. Either way, serve with a delicious glass of chilled white wine to complete your Mediterranean dining experience.
There’s something wonderfully satisfying about the sweet and savory combination of a sloppy joe! Grown ups and kids alike love ‘em. These Gluten Free Sloppy Joes perfectly balance the sweet, tangy, savory, and messy!
The Open-Faced Shrimp Quesadilla at Philadelphia’s El Vez restaurant is so unbelievably delicious that I had to create a Gluten Free version. This Open-Faced Shrimp Quesadilla – Gluten Free is super-easy to make and has just the right amount of cheesiness-to-toppings ratio. I serve it as a main course but it could also be sliced into wedges and served as an appetizer as it is at El Vez. Either way, you can’t go wrong! It’s fabulosa!!
Asparagus and Pea Soup with Poached Eggs is a gorgeous, velvety soup (with absolutely no cream) that’s loaded with veggies and finished with a perfectly poached egg. It’s super easy to make and comes together very quickly – less than 15 minutes cooking time! While the colors of this soup make me think of spring, it’s delicious any time of year.
Shrimp Scampi is a classic Italian dish that relies on fresh, simple ingredients. The balance of flavors in this Perfect Shrimp Scampi recipe is spot on…just the right amount of butter, garlic, spice, and lemon. It’s an extremely easy, totally delicious gluten free recipe that can be on the table in less than 10 minutes once you start cooking. High five to that!
Crispy Harissa Chicken Thighs is loaded with great flavors that all come together for one phenomenal meal! The crispy chicken, roasted potatoes, caramelized veggies, and bright fennel salad are all fantastic but when combined and then finished with the harissa schmaltz (fun word to say, right?!), this dish becomes awesome!
There’s no chopping, slicing or dicing in this fantastic recipe for Shawarma-Spiced Grilled Lamb. Simply combine the spices with olive oil, slather the spice rub all over the lamb, marinate overnight and grill the next day. Seems like there must be a catch…something more complex that’s needed. But it’s as simple as it sounds. And the taste…oh the taste. You’re in for a total treat.