Black Bottom Cupcakes

My friends threw me a baby shower this weekend. All the food was gluten-free! They made recipes that would not be cross-contaminated in their kitchens, like marinated cheeses, dips, and they also served fruit. We really had a good time and I was so touched by everyone’s sensitivity and generosity. It is hard enough to [...]

Chicken Salad Sandwich

It has been a long day and I am so tired. I just finished dinner. My feet are up and I am trying to rest. My husband is upstairs putting our toddler to bed, so I am officially done for the day. My laptop is resting on what is left of my lap. Since I [...]

Vegetable Pesto Penne

Today is a beautiful spring day in North Carolina. My little boy spent most of the day begging to go outside. I have been spring cleaning all day in preparation for the new baby. Jude thought this was a terrible idea and did his best to thwart my cleaning efforts. I made an extremely easy [...]

Chicken Broccoli Cheese Casserole

Many people make this casserole at holidays or when someone has a baby. This recipe freezes beautifully. You will seldom find this recipe without condensed soups, but it is very simple to make gluten-free. All you need is a little rice flour to make a roux and you are set! CHICKEN BROCCOLI CHEESE CASSEROLE 1 [...]

Easy Chicken Pot Pie

This easy recipe for chicken pot pie has just a top crust. I used cornmeal and honey in the topping for an old-fashioned taste. The vegetables I used are just a guideline- experiment with what you have left at the end of the week. I missed this comfort food because it is a great way [...]