Amazing and tasty quick breads and muffin workarounds made only with flours from roots, non-cereal-grain seeds, and a variety of nuts.
glu·ten
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a substance present in cereal grains, especially wheat, that is responsible for the elastic texture of dough. A mixture of two proteins, it causes illness in people with celiac disease.
Ah those “gluten-free” isles… ALL seeds from the grass family of plants, a.k.a. cereal grains, contain gluten; some seeds like wheat have more than others… wheat has been intentionally hybridized to have 50 times more gluten today than even a few decades ago.
Oats, at the other end of the cereal grain spectrum, has very little gluten. So little that it is allowed to be called “gluten free” as long as it is certified processed with no cross-contamination by wheat, barley, rye… Oats contain avenin, a protein enough similar to wheat gluten that it is recognized by the immune system of some people. In other words, avenin can create inflammation, especially in people with celiac disease (a disease triggered by the gluten protein).
Berry & Nut Muffins
Two key ingredients in these grain free muffins have interesting health properties: maple syrup and coconut flour. More than 20 compounds in maple syrup are linked to human health, including several newly identified antioxidant compounds that are reported to have anti-cancer, anti-bacterial and anti-diabetic properties according to recent work by Navindra Seeram, an assistant professor...
Sunshine Carrot Muffins
Amazingly satisfying, incredible comfort, these carrot muffins pack a flavor punch in every bite. Their whole food starting ingredients include a good amount of protein and, as always, our recipes are wheat free. These muffins can even be made with no added sugar and turn out delicious. I've even included a comment below so you can...
Buckwheat Pumpkin Bread
Makes 1 Loaf Ingredients: ½ cup (1 stick or ¼ pound) butter, softened ½ cup maple syrup 2 eggs 1½ cup pumpkin puree ½ cup coconut milk 1½ cup buckwheat flour (or use ½ cup coconut flour and ¾ cup buckwheat flour for a lighter bread) 1½ teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon
Apple Muffins
I really needed something different for breakfast, and quickly. This high protein, gluten-free apple muffin recipe is also great packed for lunch, taken on a hike, or anytime just out of the oven... There are some flours that I just keep on hand: Almond flour, Coconut flour, Arrowroot powder, Buckwheat... these are staples in my gluten-free,...
Cinnamon Nut Bread
The movers and shakers of the great taste treat world arrived for the first annual Recipalooza. Bringing dishes brim full of soups, sauces, salsas, crackers, crusts, kraut, and even chocolate mousse. With so many awards to give out, who gets the next blue ribbon? the envelope please... chef extraordinaire but alas anonymous (to me anyway) with...
Rosemary Black Olive Focaccia
My herb garden’s in full growth now with rosemary running all over, a pinch of summer savory, and some black botija olives in my pantry. Time and ingredients for one of my favorite breads: focaccia. I decided to make individual loaves for my family of three, but mini-muffins, or even spread out on a baking...
Vegan (yes eggless!!) Cranberry Almond Scones
Baking is something to get used to all over again when making the change to a non-inflammatory diet. It can take some adjusting. But don't give up! You truly can have your comfort food joy and healthful eating by choosing ingredients that work. Skip the wheat flours and explore the various nut flours, coconut flour, even arrowroot...
Kefir Almond Sourdough Bread
The autumn leaves and chill in the air brought me indoors today—baking mode. Time to answer the big question: “What’s there for lunch?” or better yet, “How do I make that amazing, fluffy, tangy sourdough gluten-free and grain-free bread?” Or... what do I do with all that coconut milk kefir I keep making... For good...
Denise’s Salsa Bread
We're always looking for that buttery slice of baked heaven to accompany our meals. And to achieve our health, weight and daily energy goals... well seems I'm always wanting new ideas for grain-free breads... definitely no sugar... and with the right texture and yumminess 😛 My friend Denise believes anything can be re-made healthy. She's answered...
Everything Bagels and Dinner Rolls
I've gotten sneaky in my young age 😮 Sometimes I just don't fess up that there are vegetables in surprising places. This is one of those times. Take a look at the photo, who would guess? And those first bites will leave you thinking "what a deliciously moist dinner roll!" I love the topping and...
Squirrel Bread
I guess you could call this "Many Nut Bread"... quick, delicious, and loaded with protein from the many nuts buried within (compared with grain breads anyway), nut flour options are just as easy, more tasty, and definitely more nutrient dense than grain flours. No almond flour on hand? Just get out your Magic Bullet, some raw...
“English” Muffins a la Michelle
Yes you can have that favorite English muffin breakfast sandwich. This delightful and fast English muffin recipe was sent me by a Rejuveo cleanse participant and is now a staple in my home. Measures in parentheses are Michelle's "individual serving"; she makes one at a time right in the Ramekin. Me? These just don't last...
Carolyn’s Amazing Paleo French Bread Baguettes
Go grain free and improve your digestion. My dear friend Carolyn donates this wonderful Paleo French Bread recipe so we can have our bread and eat it too. Continue reading
Amazing Amaranth Yeast Bread
Bread or biscuits (rolled in melted butter or olive oil and dropped into a baking dish) are a wonderful gluten-free option to increase fiber and protein in the diet. Overnight yeast helps with “fluffy”; it holds up well to slicing and is very tasty! Plus, we freeze them and have this week's lunch sandwihces, hiking...
Paleo Sandwhich Bread – Sliceable
I’ve tested, adjusted, retested, and finally created this recipe for gluten-free, no added sugar, and sliceable sandwich bread. The ingredients go together quickly and there is no kneading or waiting for it to rise like traditional wheat breads. Now you can take your sandwiches to lunch or work, it toasts well to go with breakfast...
Life is About Raisin Bread–Grain Free of Course!
It's here! Moist, sliceable, whips up quickly and easily, raisin bread with Paleo-approved ingredients (no wheat, corn, rice, rye, barley, oats, non-dairy) and incredibly good. I made this Paleo raisin bread grain free loaf several times for guests and, well, me, of course. I baked this bread loaf so many times I didn't have time...
Blueberry, Cranberry and Almond Scones
Hot from the oven, what could be better and more protein-rich healthy than scones made with almond flour. This recipe whips up easily now that nut flours are readily available in most grocery stores. Use frozen or dried berries, just make sure they haven't been soaked in sugar and even those are getting easier to...
Unbelievably Tasty—Egyptian-style Paleo Pita Bread
Truly Paleo pita bread is made without flours from grass family seeds (wheat-free, corn-free, oat-free, rice-free, and no barley or rye either as ALL of these have gluten-like proteins). Also, no cane, corn, or agave sugars, no dairy, and no eggs. How is this done? Try my recipe. Delicious, just like the real deal Continue...
Freedom from Wheat & Corn Tortillas: Part I
In part 1, we use garbanzo bean/fava bean flour to produce a crepe-like tortilla with a distinctive flavor. Check out the more basic but still gluten-free / grain-free tortillas in "Part 2" Makes about 8 tortillas Ingredients 1 cup Garbanzo / Fava bean flour 2 Tablespoon Tapioca flour 1 large egg ¼ teaspoon salt ⅔
Freedom From Wheat & Corn Tortillas: Part II (made with coconut kefir)
The searchcontest for grain-free tortillas continues... (I love games 😉 ) No, not exactly like the authentic tortillas from Bolivia or Chili, but just because these are gluten-free, grain-free, egg-free, dairy-free and super easy to make doesn't mean they have to taste boring. There are so many wonderful chili recipes, soups, and lunch roll-ups and...
Freedom from Wheat & Corn Tortillas: Part III (Pat’s ridiculously simple recipe)
The searchcontest for grain-free tortillas continues... (I love games 😉 ) and my friend Pat does too! These just became my household's most favorite version. They make great wraps, make-ahead breakfast burritos, quesadillas, or any time you just "need to have bread"—yet have been advised to skip the grains. (Yes, this happens even to me......
Paleo Naan–Garlic Optional
Two versions of this easy Middle-Eastern-style flatbread: Gourmet and simple. Both are grain-free and the simple version is also egg-free. Both taste great and the gourmet version has been hailed as good as (or even better) than the garlic naan in Indian and Moroccan restaurants. A tasty wrap for veggies, meats, eggs, or any leftovers—on...
