*My friend, Aimee Beauchaine Lomax, made this gluten-free cake for her family and raved about how delicious it was to gluten and non-gluten eaters alike. It’s more involved than the other allergen-friendly recipes we’ve posted, but Aimee assures me it’s worth the effort for those on a gluten-free diet. I’ve read comments where people substituted […]
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Gallery of allergen-friendly cake decorating ideas
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Baby’s 1st Birthday Cake
This is the perfect allergen-friendly go-to cake for babies, especially if you have yet to introduce your child to dairy and eggs. 1 cup apple juice concentrate1 cup raisins, divided1/2 cup dates1/2 stick butter or margarine1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon3/4 cup whole-wheat flour1/2 cup wheat germ1 tbsp baking powder Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.Coat […]
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Safe birthday cakes worth the candles
Here are a few of the Triangle bakeries that cater to those with allergies. Some are delivery or pickup services only, and some sell at area farmers markets. Call or visit the websites for more details. Rosie’s Plate701 N. Person St., Raleigh, 833-0505 Twin Cakes Bakery306-5304 Crumb413-8134 Blue Moon Bakery115-G W. Chatham St., Cary, 319-6554 […]
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Snacktime is the best time
If you and your kids have ever sung along to the Barenaked Ladies CD Snacktime, you know there are as many favorite munchies as there are hungry people to eat them between meals. That’s why last month’s column on allergen-safe snack foods was just the beginning. (Find a list of the snacks we tested last […]
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Allergen-safe—and tasty—snacks
Sharing a snack, like a bowl of animal crackers or popcorn, with my kids is one of life’s little joys. For most people, shopping for snacks is also a joy, an exercise in indulgence. Then there are those like me, who stand in store aisles scrutinizing labels for any mention of wheat, dairy, eggs or […]
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Navigating summer camp and food allergies
Check out the Indy‘s food blog, Big Bite, for recipes, tips and more. The school year ends this week for my son, Ty, which means summer camp isn’t far behind. While many parents view camp as a welcome diversion from summer boredom, parents of children with food allergies face a time of high anxiety. It’s […]
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Mechelle McClendon’s Sweet Potato Muffins and Bars
Here’s a recipe for gluten-free sweet potato muffins. 3 cups Pamela’s Products Baking and Pancake Mix (contains dairy and almond meal)4 tablespoons softened butter2/3 cup honey or sugar2/3 cup milk (rice or plain soy milk are comparable substitutes) or 1/3 cup water1 egg or egg substitute (McClendon uses 4 oz of applesauce instead)1 teaspoon Gluten-free […]
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Yummy, No-cheese Christopher Mac
(This pasta looks orange and creamy, much like the real thing) 1 package Orecchiette pasta1 box of Birds Eye Butternut Squash puree1 stick Fleischmann’s unsalted, dairy-free margarine1/2 cup plain Silk soy milk Salt to tasteLight coating of olive oil Boil, salt and drain the pasta. Coat lightly in olive oil. Defrost squash. Combine margarine, soy […]
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Macrissa Mac (allergen-friendly)
1 package of pasta or rice of choiceOne package of Birds Eye Butternut Squash puree3/4 stick margarine1/2 cup Toffuti soy sour cream1 cup shredded Follow Your Heart Vegan soy mozzarella Olive oil to lightly coat pasta Boil, salt and drain pasta or rice. Lightly coat in olive oil. Defrost squash. Combine margarine, sour cream and […]