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Dec 31
Where I Are in 2025
Living with Celiac Disease doesnt mean you can never leave the house.
Taking some time to ask restaurants how they prepare their gluten free options can allow us to enjoy meals outside the home, with those we care about
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Here`s the list of where I ate this year
@flightsoffancyrestaurant Waterford, MI
@smashhousegourmet Flint, Mi
@bombshelltreatbar Berkley, MI
@provisionssnackclub St Joe MI
@blissbakerymi Holland MI
@5lakesbrewpub Byron Center, MI
@clarkstonunion Clarkston, MI
Proper Taco in Midland
@republicami Berkley, MI
@unionassembly Detroit, MI
@slowsbarbq Detroit, MI
@CHWinery Lansing, MI
Klavon`s Pizzeria Mason, M
@social_house_flint Flint, MI
@2941StreetFoodFenton, MI
@zingermansroadhouse Ann Arbor, MI
@brothersbrunchhouse Burton, MI
@trupizzacoplymouth
@sedonataphouse Novi, MI
@BombayMahalLansing Lansing, MI
@hophoglowell, MI
@annashouseus Okemos, MI
@tavern.109 Williamston, MI
We also ate at @redrobinburgers plenty of times over 2025.
Q: Which of these have you been to?
What "new to you" restaurants did you visit in 2025?
Dec 30
Wishing You Good Luck & Prosperity In the New Year
Did you know that in German culture, it is customary to eat and share a large pretzel at Midnight on New Year`s Eve? (or before breakfast on New Year`s Day.)
While my Gluten Free Soft Pretzel Bites aren`t technically the kind of pretzel (Neujahrsbrezel) that is eaten in Germany and other parts of Europe, they`re still a great handheld food to enjoy at a New Year`s Eve party.
My recipe starts with a pizza dough mix. I specifically use Bob`s Red Mill Pizza Crust Mix, but I suspect you could try it with other mixes. Just make sure the completed dough contains yeast.
I typically season these with salt. But I had a follower who dipped these gluten free pretzel bites in cinnamon and sugar, which also sounds great!
Comment PRETZEL and I`ll DM you the linik.
(And save this recipe for Super Bowl Sunday!)
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-soft-pretzel-bites
Dec 30
New Year`s Eve Resolution - Eat Cheese
This Gluten Free Baked Brie is relatively easy to make, and your guests will think you slaved over it all day.
Prior to wrapping the brie in gluten free pie crust, I split the wheel of Brie in two. I then top one half with honey, chopped nuts, and dried cherries.
Then place the two halves back together and wrap in dough.
THEN FREEZE for one hour.
THis helps the pie crust to bake to perfection without the cheese being a gooey mess.
It’s wrapped in my homemade pie dough (find the recipe on my galette post), and baked in the oven at 425 degrees for 15-20 minutes. (Find the recipe on the @FoodWishes’ site..)
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Their facility is also certified organic and kosher. They’re “dedicated to providing clean and natural goods, from their family to yours.”
You can order their products, including gluten free millet and tapioca flours, salt, organic sugars, and more directly from their website.
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QUESTION- Do you make baked brie? Do you add fruits and nuts to yours?
Here are the recipe deets on the Baked Brie- (from Chef John’s FoodWishes website)
1 round wheel of Brie (8 oz)
A drizzle of honey on each half of brie
¼ cup chopped dried cherries
¼ cup chopped dried nuts
Pie dough large enough to cover the brie
One beaten egg + 1 tsp water for egg wash
(For brushing the top of the pie dough, before baking)
*One important recipe point. You’ll need to freeze the wrapped brie for an hour before baking. This allows the pie dough to bake to a golden brown without the cheese oozing everywhere.
Baked Brie recipe link - https://foodwishes.blogspot.com/2015/12/baked-stuffed-brie-filled-with.html
My gluten free pie dough recipe-
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-strawberry-galette/
Dec 29
Remade and Updated
Sometimes we make a recipe and we get it wrong. You share that it didn`t work for you, we remake it, and you were RIGHT.
This strata recipe is one of those dishes. I wrote it a LONG time ago. Within the past few years someone messaged me that they had major problems with the recipe. So I made it again. And it was a mess.
I think I`ve finally worked out the kinks. I`ve also changed the kind of cheese I use, to result in a creamier custard consistency.
I made it for a church potluck yesterday, and I came home with a completely empty casserole dish. So it must have been good!
Comment STRATA and I`ll DM you the recipe link.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-savory-breakfast-strata/
Dec 28
What Do You Eat on New Year`s Eve?
Do you enjoy a regular sit down meal? Or do you tend to eat a variety of handheld foods / /appetizers.
This blog post includes a variety of handheld eats that everyone will enjoy.
Comment APPETIZER and I`ll DM you the link.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-appetizers-handheld-eats/
Dec 27
These Are Just So Fun to Eat
I love these gluten free pigs in a blanket. Not only are they delicious, but how fun is it to be able to eat with your hands! These are great for New Years Eve, Football Watch parties (hello Super Bowl), or just a weekend treat.
I also share how you can make these in advance, freezer them, and how to reheat them.
Comment BLANKET and I`ll DM you the link.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-pigs-in-a-blanket/
*Note - To adjust for the removal of the milk powder in the Cup4Cup Multipurpose Flour, I reduced the amount of flour to 210 grams and added 1 tbsp of cornstarch.
Dec 26
My Favorite Festive Appetizer
A made these Gluten Free Cranberry Brie Bites for a New Year`s Eve Party and they were QUICKLY devoured.
The savory of the brie paired with the sweetness of the cranberry makes for a perfect taste sensation.
I made this recipe with grain free Chebe Bread All Purpose Mix. It puffs SO nicely and uses NO yeast. It`s great to use as a pizza crust, too!
Comment BRIE and I`ll DM you the link.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/grain-free-cranberry-brie-bites/
*This recipe calls for butter, milk, cheese and eggs.
Dec 25
Plan Ahead Now For That Leftover Ham
In the words of Stefon from SNL, this recipe round up "has it all"
- Soups
- Quiche
- Pasta
- Hot Pockets
- Rice Dinners
- and even pizza.
To see all 20 gluten free recipes that you`ll want to make with leftover ham, comment HAM and I`ll DM you the link.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-leftover-ham-recipes/
Dec 25
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Thank you to everyone who has followed and interacted with my account this year.
With moving and selling our house this fall, this Christmas is definitely a new experience.
New-ish house. New-ish kitchen. And thankfully a brand new induction stove. It has many fun features I`m hoping to take advantage of soon!
Do you have any "new" experiences this Christmas?
Is anyone else planning to watch Stranger Things tonight?
Dec 24
My Childhood = Pizza for Christmas Eve
When I was a child, my church did a living nativity outside. In Michigan. In the cold.
And every year there was a dedicated group of women in the kitchen that prepared a hot meal each night. I couldn`t tell you what we had the other nights of the week (I think chili one night?), but every Christmas Eve was homemade pizza.
This was all before my Celiac Disease diagnosis. Now, I would have to take my own gluten free pizza.
And with this simple Gluten Free Pizza Crust for One, you can also have pizza, and whatever toppings you like. Meat or meatless. Pineapple or not. Make it your way.
Grab the recipe in the link below.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-pizza-crust-for-one-yeast-free/
Dec 23
No Is a Complete Sentence.
The next few days will be filled with lots of food, some of which you don`t feel safe eating. It`s ok to say no.
And if someone doesn`t want to respect your boundaries, that`s their problem.
It`s ok to respectfully stand up for your health needs.
Comment TIPS to read my blog post about my Top 10 Tips for a Eating Gluten Free During the Holidays.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/10-gluten-free-holiday-tips/
Dec 23
Family Recipes Connect Us To Those We Miss
My dad was widely known for his meatball recipe. He`d made it for decades. It was at every family function. Every church potluck.
When my husband and I married 22 years ago, my dad passed the recipe down to me. I still have the recipe card in his own handwriting.
When he died in 2020, his meatball recipe took on a whole new space in my heart and life. I was able to still make it for those who missed him.
And I have been able to introduce it to dozens of people since, keeping his memory alive. When people comment how good they are, I have a sense of pride when I say "Thanks, it was my dad`s recipe."
For those missing loved ones this year, I hope the holiday surfaces happy memories of times gone by.
Comment MEATBALL and I`ll DM you the recipe.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-meatballs/
Dec 22
A Different Kind of Holiday Wreath
This Gluten Free Cheeseburger Crescent Ring recipe is perfect as a gluten free appetizer or as a weeknight meal.
Since pre-made gluten free crescent rolls aren`t a "thing," this recipe is made with my homemade gluten free crescent dough.
Serve this gluten free Cheeseburger Crescent Ring with chips, veggies and dip, or other handheld gluten free eats.
Comment RING and I`ll DM You The Link
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-cheeseburger-crescent-ring/
Dec 21
Everyone Deserves a Special Holiday Breakfast
As many of you know, my husband and I never had children. Therefore Christmas mornings were always kind of quiet at our house.
Even though it was just the two of us, I tried to keep things special. This recipe for this small batch gluten free breakfast casserole for two came with my small Pampered Chef dish.
It only contains a few simple ingredients-
-Eggs
- Milk
- Bread
- Protein (ham, sausage, etc)
- Cheese
- Green Onions (optional)
My husband can`t eat pork, so I tend to use chicken sausage. I prefer Gilbert`s Chicken Sausages, as they are individually wrapped and taste amazing.
Comment "Casserole for Two" and I`ll DM you the link.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/canyon-bakehouse-gluten-free-giveaway/
Dec 21
These Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls Can Be Ready in Under 30 Minutes.
One year I made these small batch gluten free cinnamon rolls as gifts, and everyone loved them.
They require no yeast, which means no rise time.
No eggs. This recipe does use milk, butter and cream cheese.
They`re perfect for when you want that sweet treat, but don`t have the time or energy to make a giant pan.
Comment MINI and I`ll DM you the link.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-cinnamon-rolls-for-two/
Dec 20
Skipping the Ham and Potatoes This Year?
Christmas is 5 days away and I have no idea what I will be cooking or even if we`re having family over. Anyone else in the same boat?
Maybe this year the holidays will be less about he savory mains and more about the make ahead breakfast casseroles and pancakes and cinnamon rolls.
Check out my article for a round up of some of my favorite breakfast-y type dishes. Plus some desserts to round out you rmeal.
Comment BRUNCH and I`ll DM you the link.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/10-gluten-free-brunch-recipes/
Dec 19
This One Pot Dish is my Go-To Recipe To Feed a Family
Searching for a easy and delicious one pot gluten free dinner that will make all mouths happy? This Easy One Pot Gluten Free Baked Ziti requires no boiled pasta. Just dump everything together in the pot and bake.
If you`re looking for an easier version of gluten free lasagna, this is the dish for you!
Comment ZITI and I`ll DM you the link.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-no-boil-baked-ziti/
Dec 19
Drink Wisely and Responsibly
A 2018 survey found that the average American typically consumes about four alcoholic drinks per week, but this doubles to an average of eight drinks a week during the holiday season (from Thanksgiving to New Year`s).
For those of us with Celiac Disease, it`s important that what we are drinking is gluten free.
Quick facts-
Hard Liquor that undergoes distillation is gluten free.
Wine is gluten free. Regardless of how it`s stored.
Gluten Free Beer exists.
STAY AWAY FROM GLUTEN REDUCED BEER.
Seltzers are *usually* gluten free, but not always.
Hard Cider is gluten free. Thank goodness Michigan has so many cideries!
Read the slides in this post for more information.
And please don`t drink and drive.
You`re important. <3