Several weeks ago I was checking out at the grocery store when the man behind me was inspecting the goods in my cart and says, “Wow, you eat really healthy; you’ve got a lot of produce there.” The man went on to tell me he owned a farm, which to my surprise was located within…
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Cherry Vanilla Italian Soda (No sugar added)
Alaska has had a record-setting hot summer; it’s been ahhh-mazing. This Alaskan girl’s arms aren’t halibut-belly-white anymore, they are actually kind of tan. In fact, they are the tannest they have ever been! My ice cream maker is broken (I just ordered a replacement piece), so we’ve been enjoying popsicles, sugar free lemonade, and Cherry…
Slammin’ Alaska Salmon Burgers with Garlic Dill Aioli
I live in Alaska and eat fresh salmon from my freezer regularly, but do you think I have a salmon recipe posted on my website? Nope, not a single one. You see, I’ve had salmon prepared just about every way imaginable. Like most Alaskan kids, I’ve been eating it my entire life. My family has…
Foolproof Gluten Free Pizza Crust
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Beyond Bacon is Simply Beyond Amazing
Several weeks ago I received an email from the Paleo Parents asking if they could send me a copy of their new cookbook, Beyond Bacon, to review. Since I was logged in to my email account I got their message instantly. I immediately wanted to respond back with a resounding “YES!,” but forced myself to…
Sugar Free Triple Berry Cobbler (Grain & Nut Free)
I have the perfect summertime recipe for you today, that’s sugar free and absolutely delicious! This Sugar Free Triple Berry Cobbler (Grain & Nut Free) is the perfect dessert to bring along on a picnic, camping trip, or to make for your 4th of July celebration! …… or to have for breakfast (not that I…
Grain Free High Protein & Fiber Bread (xanthan/guar gum free)
Once upon a time (roughly 7 years ago and prior to becoming gluten free) I was a very angry and unhappy young woman. My husband and I were living in a condo in the city and I was working full time from home while taking care of our first baby girl. It was hard. My…
Dairy Free Caramel Macchiato (Paleo, vegan & refined sugar free)
Time: 11:29pm I’m listening to: Crash Into Me by Dave Matthews Band I still remember the first sip I ever took of a caramel macchiato. It was years ago. The whip cream combined with the caramel sauce made the coffee so sweet and incredibly rich and creamy. It was heaven, and I became an addict for…
Gluten Free Breakfast Cookies
These Protein Packed Monster Breakfast Cookies (grain, egg & nut free) are a reader favorite. Packed with protein and healthy fats, no one would ever know these are so allergy friendly. Over the last several weeks, many of you have asked for grain free recipes that do not contain eggs or nuts. Kind of a…
The Everything Guide to Making Gluten Free Bread – Including Troubleshooting Tips
Allergy Free Alaska, LLC Copyright © 2013 When I first went gluten free, I think the most important and difficult food item for me to replicate was a loaf of really good gluten free bread. I tried many, many recipes, but with each one the texture was different, the taste was different, it wouldn’t last…
Naturally Dyed Homemade Sprinkles (grain, sugar & top-8 allergen free)
I know some of you parents can relate. Since removing gluten and corn from my girl’s diets, they have not had the luxury of fun colorful sprinkles on their birthday cakes or frosted holiday cookies either. There may be a company that sells gluten and corn free sprinkles, but I haven’t come across one. AND…
Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Soup (dairy free & Paleo)
It’s 43 degrees (F) and raining here in South-central Alaska. It’s chilly, damp, and my baby girl has a cold with a fever. After an emotional week last week, Abbi girl and I were in need of some serious nourishing comfort food, so I decided to make soup using some of the beautiful baby Portobellos…
Delicious Paleo Carrot Cake Muffins
It’s springtime in Alaska, which ultimately means blizzard like conditions. I keep painting my toenails and wearing my flip flops around the house hoping it will improve the weather outside. No such luck. oh well… I tried! 😉 Outside may definitely still look like winter, but inside… inside it’s springtime full speed ahead! I’m really…
Quick & Healthy Meal in Under 30 – Sausage & Veggies
This is one of those quick and easy meals I keep in my back pocket when I’m short on time. It’s healthy, hearty, kid-approved, and excellent for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Quick & Healthy Meal in Under 30 – Sausage & Veggies: Yields 3 adult sized servings, or 2 adult & 2 kid-sized servings 12…
Desert Essence Organics Giveaway
I am so excited about this giveaway! After years of searching for the perfect shampoo, I’ve finally found the one I love most! I discovered Desert Essence Organics Fragrance Free shampoo and conditioner about a month ago on Vitacost, and found not only are they made from organic ingredients, they are gluten free, vegan, and…
Pumpkin Spice Scones with Cardamom Icing (gluten/dairy/soy free)
Fall is one of my favorite times of year, and pumpkin-spiced treats like these Gluten Free Pumpkin Spice Scones with Cardamom Icing are just one small reason why. These scones are perfect paired with a cup of tea or coffee, and are so flavorful and delicious, you’ll want to keep a batch on hand all the…
Gluten Free Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
Believe it or not, these Grab & Go! Oatmeal Breakfast Bars were the result of a homeschool assignment yesterday. My daughter, Kylie (age 7), and I rewrote a recipe from Laura Ingalls (THE Laura Ingalls, also known as Laura Ingalls Wilder). Over the past few school years, I’ve been using curriculum from Moving Beyond the…
Grain Free Sushi for Kids (fully cooked)
My love affair with sushi started when I was in high school. My boyfriend then, and his mom, took me to eat sushi at the one Japanese style restaurant we had in our small town of Kodiak. I had never tried it before (my parents were definitely not sushi eaters). When I received my meal,…
Easy 2-Ingredient Chocolates (soy & nut free, vegan)
True confession: I used to hate Valentine’s Day. Like seriously disliked it. Every year I’d set unrealistic expectations about the silly holiday and always, always end up disappointed. It wasn’t until after I was married that my ideals and expectations about Valentine’s Day changed. How precious and blessed am I to be loved by a…
No Bake Rice Crispy Treat Granola Bars
The New Year has gotten off to quite the bang for me. I haven’t been feeling well for weeks. My nervous system (thanks to my autoimmune disease) has been in a “heightened” state, causing all sorts of things in my body to be imbalanced. I’ve had bouts of nausea, more IBS and digestive issues, chills,…
