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Robin H
 Jul 25, 07 - 4:54 PM |
Favorite Recipes
Here is a new link to start a recipes list. Many of us are following certain diets with restrictions. Please feel free to enter some of your favorite recipes here. To help us all out, at the top of your recipe, please note if it is dairy-free, gluten-free or has any other specialties that we need to know about. Happy writing and eating! Robin H |
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Robin H
Jul 27th, 2007 - 4:20 AM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
This one can be gluten-free and dairy-free. We call it "Spanish Rice" at our house. Ingredients (feel free to adjust for the size of your family). I use organic ingredients. 1 lb. organic ground beef 1 can organic diced tomatoes with the juice 2-4 cups of brown rice 1 can organic beans (pick your favorite - black, kidney, pinto) Equivalent of one can of drained corn (I use frozen veggies) Brown the meat with your favorite spices. Drain excess grease if necessay. Add corn, beans and tomatoes and let them simmer while the rice is cooking. If too dry, add a bit of water. When everything is done cooking, mix together in a bowl and serve with a salad, tortillas or tortilla chips. There are only 2 of us so this makes plenty of leftovers for lunches and such. |
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Robin H
Jul 27th, 2007 - 4:29 AM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Gluten-free, dairy-free Chopped Salad (a cold, great summer salad) Use whatever veggies you like or have in the house 1 diced cucumber 1 can drained & rinsed organic black beans 1 diced tomato 1 cup/can defrosted/drained corn 1/2 onion diced 1 diced green pepper Other veggie options: Diced summer squash Diced zucchini Other colored peppers Chopped Broccoli Diced carrots Add your favorite spices (I use Mrs. Dash, salt and pepper) Then drizzle with a dressing such as italian, vinagrette, olive oil, lemon, etc. Mix and keep refrigerated. It's a favorite at family gatherings and picnics. Great alone but also good with pita chips if you are able to eat them. |
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nettie
Jul 28th, 2007 - 2:00 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
is there anything cholesteral free? |
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Lori
Jul 31st, 2007 - 3:48 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
I am not sure about cholesterol free???? Here is mostly my daily breakfast/lunch: 1 sliced avocado sunflower seeds 1 boiled egg lots of iodized salt!!!! mix in bowl. Thank you for the easy recipes Robin. Will check them out and will write more later... God Bless all of you! Lori 
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NETTIE
Jul 31st, 2007 - 9:14 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
A TASTY SALSA. MAYBE ALOT OF YOU KNOW IT ALREADY. 1 JAR OF CACTUS(NOT TO SURE HOW MANY OZ.) 1 SMALL PURPLE ONION 1 LEMON 2 MEDIUM TOMATOES 2 OR THREE MEDIUM AVACADOES 3 OR FOUR LITTLE GREEN CHILIES(OPTIONAL) YOU CAN LEAVE THEM OUT IF YOU DONT LIKE IT HOT. QUSCO FRESCO,A FRESH MEXICAN CHEESE.(OPTIONAL) ESPECIALLY BECAUSE ITS DAIRY. AND I'M NOT TO SURE HOW DAIRY EFFECTS ENDO.BUT THIS CHEESE IS A HEALTHIER(FOR LACK OF A BETTER WORD) CHEESE THAN MOST. YOU CAN ALWAYS LEAVE IT OUT. -RINSE CACTUS WITH COLD WATER IN A COLENDER, REAL GOOD. (IF YOU KNOW HOW TO MAKE FRESH CACTUS THATS GREAT). -CHOP ALL INGREDIENTS. COMBINE ALL INGRIDIENTS. -MIX WELL. -IF YOU USE THE CHEESE. IT SHOULD CRUMBLE UP RIGHT INTO THE MIXTURE. -SQUEEZE HALF OF THE LEMON IN AND WALA YOU HAVE A TASTY SALSA THAT IS HEALTHY. GOD BLESS 
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Robin H
Aug 3rd, 2007 - 7:05 AM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Dairy-free mashed potatoes Probably not the best source of food for all, but we are asked to bring them to family gatherings. And they make great comfort food! Make the potatoes as you would, but before you drain them, keep out about 2 cups of the water they cooked in. Then when you start mashing, add the water back in a bit at a time to make them smoother. Another option is to use soy or rice milk, but I figure that I already have the water so why not use it! |
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Steph
Aug 8th, 2007 - 11:54 AM |
Pasta Putanesca
This recipe is dairy free, meat free (unless you use the anchovies), and gluten free (as long as you use gluten free noodles), plus it is fast, easy to make, and really tasty. I apologize ahead of time, but like the good Southern daughter than I am I don't really have any exact measurements to give you.  Here's what I use for my family of three. Ingredients needed: Olive oil Garlic, fresh minced (~1 clove) Capers (~2 Tbsp) Kalamata Olives (1 jar - we LOVE olives in my family) Anchovies (if you so desire - we don't) Canned Diced Tomatoes (2 cans) Oregano to taste) Basil (to taste) Onion Powder (to taste) Fresh Ground Pepper (to taste) Sea Salt (to taste) In a saucepan pour a tiny amount of olive oil. Heat and saute' garlic, anchovies, and capers. Add olives. tomatoes (drain if really juicy), and seasonings to taste. Let simmer while pasta cooks (add a little olive oil and salt to pasta water to add a little flavor to noodles and keep them from sticking too much). The longer you let it simmer, the stronger the taste of the capers. Goes great with salad and if you can have it (I can't) garlic bread.] Random tidbit: Pasta putanesca literally means "Harlot's Pasta". It was made by the ladies of the night in Italy after a days work. It was a throw things together from the fridge thing. It didn't take a lot of time to make and is of course delicious. When you make this, use what you have. Substitutions and quantities are a personal choice. When I make it, it never tastes the same twice. |
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Lori
Aug 10th, 2007 - 2:44 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Thanks so much for the recipes. This is great! Nettie, excuse me for being naive, but what is cactus? I may be dumb on this. Do they sell it at the market? Actual cactus that you find in the desert?Have a Blessed day in Christ, Lori
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NETTIE
Aug 10th, 2007 - 10:54 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
 YOU CAN FIND IT IN THE MEXICAN ISLE WITH THE SALSA. IF YOU BUY IT IN A JAR. IT PROBLABLY HAS ALOT OF SODIUM CONTENT BECAUSE IT IS NON PERISHABLE.YOU CAN ALSO GET FRESH CACTUS FROM THE PRODUCE SECTION. AND IT IS CACTUS. IT LOOKS JUST LIKE A ROUND CACTUS. LIKE I SAID. I'M NOT TO SURE HOW TO PREPARE FRESH CACTUS, OR HOW IT TASTES. BUT I WOULD DEFINATLY RECOMEND THE FRESH CACTUS. AND NO CHEESE. SORRY FOR PUTTING THAT. CHEESE IS A TEMTATION FOR ME AND I'M REALLY TRYING HARD TO STAY AWAY, BUT I KEEP NIBBLING. BUT EVERYTHING ELSE IS HEALTHY IF IT IS FRESH. |
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Lori
Aug 27th, 2007 - 9:00 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Wow Nettie, I will look for this. I have not seen cactus yet. Sounds so interesting! Sodium is really good for me! I load up on iodized salt(my naturopath says most girls with endo are iodine deficient-I am according to test results) So anything with salt is good for me and helps my adrenals also. I love salsa! It is my favorite thing to eat. Here is another recipe: Quinoa or wild rice Olive oil Scrambled eggs Mix together when cooked. mix up and add your choice of salsa & lots of iodized salt-unless allergic. I eat so very much salsa. Probably about a gallon a month. No exaggeration! Love to ya, Lori
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Nettie
Aug 28th, 2007 - 12:34 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
I get cactus in a jar from food for less in the soup/mexican foods section. where do you get wild rice from? how do you cook it? I have been trying to make things with brown rice, but it tasts crunchy like its not done. My hubby dosnt like it. dose wild rice cook the same, and can I get it at Henreys? Dose anyone have any healthy smoothie ideas? love, Nettie 
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Steph
Aug 28th, 2007 - 8:09 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
I don't really know much about smoothies (cold stuff hurts my teeth), but I find wild rice in the bulk section of my health food store. Try adding a little extra water and cooking a little longer if your rice is crunchy. Wild, brown, and long grain rices tend to need a little more time. If you can afford it, find a rice cooker. They save so much trouble.  God bless, Steph |
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Nettie
Aug 29th, 2007 - 4:20 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
THANKS. BLESSINGS, NETTIE |
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Marie
Aug 29th, 2007 - 7:47 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Hey Ladies, I do a smoothie with whole frozen strawberries (do your preference for taste), orange juice (1/2 the blender pitcher), 1 whole bannana and add ice to make as thick as you want...My daughter loves it! You could use any kind of juice in place of the o.j....Hope this helps Nettie! Love in Christ, Marie |
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NETTIE
Sep 1st, 2007 - 11:59 AM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
i'll try this one. sound yummy. love, nettie
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Lori
Sep 5th, 2007 - 9:35 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
I am going to make this tommorow: Gluten free bread. Coconut oil in frying pan. Peanut butter with bananas in the middle of the bread. Cinnamon and maybe I will try vanilla also. Grill in the healthy oil for a few minutes. Yummy I am sure! Lori
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Nettie
Sep 8th, 2007 - 10:35 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
where do you buy glutin free bread? I looked for it at Henreys, but they dont carry it there. Thanks Love, nettie |
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Robin H
Sep 10th, 2007 - 8:46 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Nettie, I'm not sure where you live. I can find gluten-free bread at nearly all health food stores. There are also some websites that have it to order, but it does cost a bit more that way. But maybe if you went to a couple of those sites and called the company they could tell you which stores in your area sell the bread. Try searching for gluten-free bread online. The only brand I know is "out of the bread box." Also, here in Colorado there is a gluten-free restaurant and I know she ships because a friend from here got married in Hawaii and had cupcakes mailed to Hawaii as her "wedding cake" and all were gluten free. Can't remember the website right now but will look it up if you want me to. Just let me know. Happy shopping! Robin H |
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Nettie
Sep 13th, 2007 - 4:07 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Thank you so much Robin. I never thought of looking on the net for the stores in my area and seeing if they carry it or if they can special order the bread. thanks again. nettie
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Lori
Sep 29th, 2007 - 7:03 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Sugar, soy, dairy, gluten free Tea/Coffee substitute: This is great for killing candida(cloves are) It is sugar free and tastes great! Stevia is good for you. It is the only sweetener that I can have and the only sweetener allowed on a candida diet. Almond milk was really growing the candida as it is too sweet, so I have been so very desperate for something sweet! One raisin sends me into itching. Radical diet! So I sort of made this up tonight in desperation of wanting some coffee/hot chocolate/something sweet that looks like coffee. I am going to next try it with carob powder(not sure if carob is gluten, sugar free?) 6 cardomon pods 8 cloves 3 cups water Cinnamon stick Boil, then simmer for about 10 minutes. Add 3 packets or so of stevia. Add coconut milk to taste - I think I added about 1/4 of a cup. The coconut milk curdles for a few seconds, but keep stirring and it will go away. An added benefit is that your house will swell great when you have this on the stove. Thank you Lord for bringing me something sweet! Yummy! Lori
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andrea
Sep 30th, 2007 - 11:59 AM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
More Recipies!! Espically if you have Celiac Disease! I found them in a magazine and wanted to share! www.glutenfree.com: Order foods ranging from English muffins to tortilla soup and gravy mixes www.glutenfreerestaurants.org: Search by ZIP code to locate celiac-friendly dining glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com: Browse more than 200 creative recipies and cooking tips from an experienced gluten-free chef |
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Nettie
Oct 9th, 2007 - 10:37 AM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Glutin Free/Dairy Free If you like Middle Eastern food, you will like this snack. Get your favorite chips. And your favorite Hummus spread.100% vegitarian made with chick peas. no artificial anything. I like Artichoke, and Jalapeno. They sell it at Henreys Market, pre-made. The taste is very similar to chips and dip. If everyone else is snacking you can snack healthy with this one. They may even want yours.It is cheeper to make your own, but I havent figured that out yet. Love, Nettie
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moonbeamsa
Oct 10th, 2007 - 7:40 AM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Hi Ladies, Do any of you how to make Thai Red Curry? It is such a wonderful curry to eat if you suffer from endo (and like curry of course), and I make a veggie one that is fantastic. Make the curry as you normally would, but instead of meat, add sweet potatoes (I think you call them yams), bell peppers, broccoli - any delicious veg basically! I find the sweet potatoes become really sweet and since they are not related to potatoes, they release energy slowly and keep you full for longer. I serve with Thai rice / bean noodles. To satisfy my husband, who is suspicious off all thing vegetarian, I often add cubed fish in right at the end. Thai cooking has been a lifesaver for me as the flavours are really good! |
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Steph
Oct 10th, 2007 - 9:30 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
I don't know how to cook any Thai yet, but my fiance and I have a fave Thai restaurant that we like to eat at since as it has tasty stuff I know is safe for me to eat. Another good ethnic food to try is Indian. I have a friend who is actually from India an he makes some fabulous curry. Although, it is very different from Thai curry. |
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moonbeamsa
Oct 11th, 2007 - 1:41 AM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Hi Steph, Totally agree. We eat a lot Indian style curry down here in South Africa due to the ethnic influences. When I am feeling particularly down, nothing peps me up like a good, hot curry - and it is all stuff you can eat on the endo diet. In fact turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory agent, not to mention the garlic, ginger and chillies that go into a curry. Its all good! |
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Robin H
Nov 14th, 2007 - 5:25 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Does anyone know a non-dairy substitute for evaporated milk? Trying to figure out a pumpkin pie recipe and I'm not having success in finding a substitute. Later, I'll post a stuffing recipe that can be altered for gluten-free and/or yeast free. Gotta get on a conference call now. Thanks, Robin H |
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Robin H
Nov 15th, 2007 - 10:06 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Wheat-free/Gluten-free Stuffing Recipe Wheat-Free Italian Bread Stuffing 10 slices wheat-free/gluten-free bread, cut into 3/4 inch cubes (about 8 cups) 2 teaspoons each: basil, oregano, rosemary and onion powder 1 red bell pepper chopped (I don’t use) 1 cup minced celery 1/3 cup olives (I don't use) 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts (I don't use) 1-1/2 cups vegetable stock (I use chicken broth) 1 large egg 2 tablespoons melted butter or margarine salt & pepper to taste cooking spray 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees & lightly spray a 2 quart baking dish 2. In large bowl, combine bread cubes, spices, bell pepper, celery, olives & artichoke hearts. 3. In mixing bowl, whisk together stock, egg & butter. Drizzle stock mixture over bread cubes. 4. Sprinkle with salt & pepper & toss to mix well. 5. Put into dish and bake for about 40 minutes, until top is nicely browned. I also add chopped & peeled apples, onions and celery instead of the ingredients I don't like or use. You might want to try it this weekend to see if you like before Thanksgiving. I bring my own stuffing with me to each dinner we go to. No on seems to mind. Hope you like it. Robin H P.S. I have found (but not yet tried) a gluten free & dairy free gravy recipe. Let me know if anyone would like it posted. |
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Lori
Nov 16th, 2007 - 12:29 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
I will check these recipes out. Have you tried coconut milk? It is the only type that I drink. I add Stevia... Love to ya, Lori
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Karen
Dec 14th, 2007 - 4:10 AM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
I use this for cereal and mashed potatoes Almond Milk 1 cup almonds (soaked overnight and drained) 3 cups water (filtered) pinch of agave nectar (wholefoods) pinch of alcohol free vanilla I add the almonds and 2 cups of water and blend for 5 minutes. I add the remaining ingredients and continue blending for 5 minutes. I pour this mixture into a strainer. Once strained, I transfer the liquid into a mason jar. Lasts 4-5 days. Enjoy! |
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Steph
Dec 14th, 2007 - 11:43 AM |
Hummus
Nettie - I noticed that you mentioned hummus up above and wondering how to make it. The traditional recipe just calls for Garbanzo (chickpeas) beans (you can use canned - it's easier), Sesame Tahini, a little lemon juice and black pepper to taste. The Garbanzo beans and Tahini are usually equal parts. If you like a less creamy version use less tahini. Because my mom is supposed to be on a low fat diet, I make mine without the tahini, substituting just enough grape seed oil to make it not so dry. Also, you can add seasonings and other vegetables (or even a different kind of bean) as you like to jazz things up a little. God bless, Steph |
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Nettie
Jan 5th, 2008 - 10:24 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Stuffing Gluten-Free Serves 8–10 2 shallots, minced 2 onions, diced 2 celery ribs, diced 2 carrots, diced 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) salted butter 2 teaspoons dry sage 2 teaspoons dry thyme 2 teaspoons sea salt, or to taste 1 teaspoon pepper, or to taste 1/2 cup white wine 6 cups gluten-free bread cubes, toasted 4 tablespoons parsley 1 cup gluten-free chicken stock Toast the bread cubes carefully in a 300° oven for 20 minutes or until dried, stirring occasionally to promote even browning. Sauté the vegetables in the butter until they are soft, and the onions begin to carmelize. Add the seasonings and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add the white wine, and continue cooking over medium heat until the liquid is reduced by half. In a large bowl, mix the sautéed vegetables with the bread cubes, chicken stock, and parsley. Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes at 325° F. Variations: Add finely diced sausage or bacon bits to the sauté, or toss in diced chestnuts, apples, or raisins. For cornbread stuffing, try adding dried cranberries or toasted pecans. Nutrition Info Per Serving (154g-wt.): 180 calories (80 from fat), 9g total fat, 4g saturated fat, 4g protein, 21g total carbohydrate (2g dietary fiber, 4g sugar), 20mg cholesterol, 790mg sodium I got this one from Whole foods.
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Steph
Feb 14th, 2008 - 12:40 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
does anyone have any peanut butter (any nut butter really) cookie recipe using stevia? i tried one off the web last night and it was AWFUL. pb cookies are my husband and i's fave so i was looking for something we could enjoy w/o making things worse health wise. thanks! Steph |
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Lori
Feb 22nd, 2008 - 8:44 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Hello, I just made these tonight adding whatever I could find to add some flavor. Pretty good! My son just said that he loves them. I think there is some kind of strange trick with stevia. It is a bit horrible! but if you get it in the right proportion it is good if that makes sense. And the powdered kind can be terrible in cookies, but great in lemonade.Peanut butter cookies recipe-results in a crumbly cookie. 4 eggs 2 cups extra crunchy peanut butter 3 tablespoons vanilla 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon liquid stevia-milk chocolate flavor 10-12 mins. 350 degrees. Last time I made them I added just a bit of honey and they were even better, but I cannot have honey as it really makes the candida grow. I did not know if you had it or not. I also was going to try to add a little bit of coconut milk and see if that worked next time. Love to ya Steph and everyone else too, Lori
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Robin H
Feb 28th, 2008 - 11:02 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Gluten-free, Dairy-free (cow's milk) This is a 2 part dish. The Chicken Take a few chicken breasts and slice them the long way nearly in half, but don't cut all the way through. Stuff with shredded goat's cheese and a few stalks of asparagus (high in antioxidants). Hold it closed with toothpicks if needed. Sprinkle on your favorite spices. Heat some olive oil and garlic if you like in a pan. Put the chicken in the pan and cook until chicken is no longer pink. I turned it just once. Part 2 - Baked Asparagus Take the extra asparagus (I tend to buy much more than the two of us can eat.) In a baking dish, add some olive oil. Then place the asparagus in the dish and top with spices and sesame seeds. Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes. I added a salad for a great meal. |
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Robin H
Mar 19th, 2008 - 1:08 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
I found a gluten-free and dairy-free ice cream. It's made with rice milk and is very tasty. The brand is Good Karma. So far, I've only found it in Whole Foods, but I haven't had the chance to look in other stores. You might be able to locate a store near you at www.goodkarmafoods.com. |
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Melissa
Mar 19th, 2008 - 1:55 PM |
Re: Favorite Recipes
Good Karma ice cream bars are very good. I also like Lucys cookies.They are gluten free and dairy free. She makes chocolate chip, sugar and cinnnamon. They taste wonderful. Does anyone know of any salad dressing that is available in packets for travel? Thanks Melissa |
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