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HOMEMADE GF APPLE DUMPLINGS
These dessert is made with my homemade crescent dough, and then baked with butter, brown sugar, apple pie spice and apple cider.
Serve them while they’re still warm, with a bit of ice cream on the side, and you’ll have one amazing treat.
P.S. The apple slicer is from Dreamfarm. (It was sent to me as a free gift.) I love that the handles fold in/ out so you can easily store it in the drawer with other items.
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-apple-dumplings/
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#AppleDumpling #GlutenFree #GlutenFreeDesssert
I Met a Follower In the Wild Yesterday
Yesterday I took my mom to a doctor`s appointment. She`s been dealing with back pain, and has many bulging and damaged vertebrate. So we`re meeting with some pain doctors, trying to see how we can alleviate her pain.
I happened to be wearing a t-shirt with the name of a Michigan gluten free bakery on it. I`d previously helped them at an event, and it was the top, clean shirt in my drawer.
The doctor asked me if I worked for the bakery, and I told him no, and that I knew the owner very well. And then I explained my blog and what I do, and showed him my business card.
His daughter has been diagnosed with Celiac Disease in the past year. He and I chatted a bit about some of the frustrations of being the parent of a child with Celiac Disease, and fighting for the things that they deserve. And he mentioned he visited my website a time or two.
Before we left, he thanked me for what I do, and I told him - like I tell all of my followers - to feel free to reach out if they had any questions.
And while it`s true that I have a lot of followers, I thought about how we can all, in our own small way, support each other. Talk to the person in the gluten free aisle at the grocery store. Be a listening ear in a FB group. Proudly wear a gluten free small business` merchandise, and be willing to chat with those who strike up a conversation with you.
That we can show that we`re not ashamed of how we eat, and how adhering to our medically necessary diet has helped us so feel so much better, even if it isn`t always easy.
My goal here is to always be a source of encouragement. And I hope, in turn, it helps you to be a source of encouragement to others.
#PassItOn #FreelyReceiveFreelyGive
I Don`t Usually Interact with Trolls
An uneducated person posted some sort of joke about gluten in playdoh. They were making fun of the Gluten Free Whoa Dough at Walmart. I clapped back.
Theoretically, no, we`re not eating play dough. However, very young kids are known to put all sorts of random things in their mouth. And when young children with Celiac Disease can`t fully grasp what they can and can`t have, we as adults have to be their advocates. And help educate other adults who help keep our kids safe.
It`s National Play-Doh Day. Which is a good day to remind those around us that gluten hangs out in more than just food.
If you or a loved one would like to purchase gluten free play dough for your kids, or you`d like recipes to make it from scratch at home, check out my blog post. It includes a new brand called MODO that I recently learned about.
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-playdough-brands/
Have You Attended Art Prize in Grand Rapids?
Each year I tell myself I`m going to make it to Art Prize.
And each year I forget.
If the Grand Rapids Art Prize is on your bucket list as well, make time for a stop at Papa Chops Eatery, which is 100% gluten free. They offer burgers, pizza, and a whole lot more. They`re closed on Sunday and Monday.
Learn more about this restaurant in blog post, linked below.
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/papa-chops-eatery-grand-rapids-mi/
Answers to All of your Trader Joe`s FAQ
While technically it`s still summer, Trader Joe`s has all the fall flavors back in stock. That means gluten free pumpkin bagels, bread and pancake mixes, and even gluten free pumpkin ravioli.
If you`ve never been to a Trader Joe`s, it`s definitely a fun trip to make. It`s similar in size to Aldi. HOWEVER, despite common belief that are NOT owned by the same parent company. Learn more about Trader Joe`s history and their gluten free standards in my blog post.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/trader-joes-gluten-free-finds/
@traderjoes @traderjoesglutenfree #TraderJoes #TraderJoesGlutenFree
NEW POST! - Home Based Gluten Free Baker in Grand Blanc, MI
I`ve been following Little G`s Gluten Free Cakes & More on social media for a while. And I`m SO excited that owner, Gretchen Wallace, is making my birthday cake this year.
She`s making me a gluten free spice cake with brown sugar cream cheese frosting, and I CAN NOT wait to try it!
If you`d like to learn more about @little_gs_bakery , read my interview with the owner. It includes her contact information, which you`ll find at the END of the article.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/little-gs-gluten-free-grand-blanc-mi/
Today is National Celiac Disease Awareness Today
It`s in honor of Samuel Gee, the first researcher to recognize that the symptoms of celiac disease could be treated through diet. He was born on September 13th, 1839.
While we`ve definitely learned so much and dramatically advanced the awareness of Celiac Disease since the 1800`s, we still have a long way to go.
For instance, we still estimate that 70% of those with Celiac Disease are still undiagnosed. Also, we know that there are inequities among who gets tested and who doesn`t.
Celiac Disease is more than just a tummy ache. In fact, some people may not have gastrointestinal symptoms at all. Celiac Disease damages the intestinal villi, which absorbs the nutrients from your food. Therefore, it becomes a malnutrition disorder than can, and does, impact every system in the body.
Make These W/ Cider for a Fall Treat
Missing apple cider donuts? Don`t have a donut pan?
My recipe for Gluten Free Donut Muffins allows you to enjoy the fall treat that we all love and miss.
As written, this recipe calls for 1/2 milk (of your choice.) Instead, I boil 1 cup of cider until it reduces down to a 1/2 cup. Then use apple pie spice instead of just nutmeg, and you have a muffin that everyone can enjoy. Did I mention my recipe is egg free?
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-donut-muffins-top-8-free/
NEW POST! All Your FAQ Answered
Two Things I Learned While Writing This
1) Kroger Has a Gluten Free Shopping Portal
2) Kroger offers telehealth dietitian consultations in 44 states!
Click the link below to learn about shopping gluten free at Kroger, including info about gluten free product testing, and some of my favorite GF products.
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/shopping-gluten-free-at-kroger/
Q: What`s your favorite gluten free product at Kroger stores?
@krogerco @krogerglutenfree #KrogerGlutenFree
You Only Need 3 Ingredients For These Donuts
These super easy gluten free pumpkin donuts only require 3 things - a gluten free cake mix, a can of pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice.
No eggs, No oil. No butter. No milk.
And the pumpkin pie spice is optional.
I use the King Arthur GF Yellow Cake Mix for this recipe, (Or The Really Great Food Company Yellow Cake Mix, if you can find it.) I don`t recommend the Simple Truth (Kroger) Cake Mix, or the Aldi mix.
Don`t have a donut pan? I share tips on making these in a muffin pan, in my blog post. Plus links to other donut and pumpkin recipes.
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A Simple Fall Dessert Your Family Won`t Believe is Gluten Free
Michigan is estimated to produce 1.2 BILLION pounds of apples this year.
Which means it`s time for ALL the apple recipes.
This small batch applesauce bundt cake is small enough to satisfy the craving with something sweet, without a bunch of leftovers. It`s uses less than a cup of flour and all the apple pie spices that are so delectable this time of year. Plus diced apple and applesauce.
The recipe calls for cinnamon chips, but you can leave them out. OR you could use Kraft Caramel Bits instead!
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-applesauce-bundt-cake/#recipe
QUESTION- What`s your favorite apple based recipe?
Welcome To My Gluten Free Corner of the Internet
After sharing my Michigan Gluten Free Cider Mill list this past week, I have a lot of new followers. And I want to take some time to introduce myself to everyone. 🙂
My name is Margaret Clegg, and I live in Flint, MI. (Hence the MI at the beginning of my blog name.) I grew up in Lansing, and travel there every Sunday to help take care of a family member.
I`ve been married for over 20 years to a fabulous man who is my biggest cheerleader. He is a public school teacher, You won`t see pictures of him here, as I try to respect his privacy. We meet in a French class in college.
I`ve been diagnosed with Celiac Disease since 2001. So I`ve been living with this chronic disease for over 20 years. I love being able to help others find a new way to live and thrive, despite their Celiac Disease diagnosis.
I like to keep my Facebook page positive. We don`t do with food shaming here. As my friend Johnna would say, "Don`t yuck someone else`s yum." The only thing that`s a must is for someone with Celiac Disease is to follow a gluten free diet.
I love to help followers and am always open to answer questions through my DMs.
What else would you like to know about me/ my blog?
To learn more about how I learned I had Celiac Disease, check out this post.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/my-celiac-story/
Saturday Mornings = Pancakes
For at least the past decade, my husband and I have made pancakes every Saturday morning. Partly because it`s the one morning we have time to do so. But also partly because it helps us keep track of which day of the week it is, lol
In the fall, I love to make these Gluten Free Apple Spice Pancakes. They include all the spices you`d find in an apple pie, plus some applesauce to give it that apple taste.
Take the extra step by making my cooked cinnamon apples, and you`ll have the perfect pancakes for any fall morning.
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/apple-pie-buttermilk-pancakes/
#Pancake #GlutenFreePancakes #GlutenFree #GlutenFreeRecipes #AppleSpice
It`s National Food Bank Day
Food insecurity is a real thing in the Celiac Disease community, especially when gluten free alternatives cost so much more.
My blog post about Gluten Free Food Assistance in the United States shares about large organizations, such as GIG Care and National Celiac Association, that are trying to make a real impact in these area. I also include smaller gluten free food banks and organizations that are on the front lines.
However, it`s important to remember that these organizations can`t fulfill their mission without our financial support. My post also includes links to donate to each organization.
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-food-assistance-in-the-united-states/
#GlutenFree #FoodAssistance #FoodBank #FoodPantry @gigcares @nationalceliac
You Deserve to Enjoy a Gluten Free Donut
It`s finally September, and most of Michigan`s cider mills are officially open for the fall season.
Luckily, there are a more than a dozen Michigan cider mills that understand that their customers who eat gluten free shouldn`t feel left out.
The cider mills on my list offer gluten free donuts made at dedicated gluten free bakeries, and are packaged and sealed prior to leaving the bakery. Then they are sold to you, still packaged, so there is no risk of cross contact.
What else you`ll find in this post -
Where to find store bought gluten free donuts
Gluten Free Donut Recipes
Find the whole list, including an embedded Google Map so you can get directions, in my blog post.
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/michigan-cider-mills-gluten-free-donuts
#CiderMill #GlutenFreeDonuts @puremichigan @michiganapples #PureMichigan
Keep Your Pumpkin Spice. Gimme Apples.
Maybe it`s because I`m a born and raised Michigander, where we grow LOTS of apples. But when it comes to fall flavors, I`m more interested in apples than pumpkins.
Since I, like many other people with Celiac Disease, don`t tolerate oats well, I came up with an oat-free apple crisp that`s perfect for just two people. Or, you can keep it completely to yourself. I won`t judge. 😉
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-apple-crisp-for-two-oat-free/
Q: What`s your favorite apple-based recipe?
#AppleCrisp #GlutenFree #OatFree
Here, All Food Allergies Are Taken Seriously
Chris and Jessica Farraj understand the stress of living with food allergies. Their children live with 20 different allergies. It`s a daunting, but they knew that there must be families facing similar food allergy challenges.
So they opened Allergy Free Bakery in Shelby Twp., MI which offers a menu that is completely free from the top 9 allergens. No wheat, gluten, eggs, dairy, nuts, soy, sesame or fish. No animal products. (Coconut - which is technically a fruit- is used in their facility.) They also use oats in some products, and use oat milk for their coffee & tea lattes.
You can learn more about this delightful Macomb Co. bakery in the link below
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https://miglutenfreegal.com/the-allergy-free-bakery-michigan/
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Review from a Profesional Food Stylist-
"Thank YOU for sharing your gluten free biscuit recipe. It is perrrrrrfect every time. And I love biscuits so much. Having a solid one in my pocket now is AMAZING."
My trick is using Plain Kefir instead of buttermilk. And having REALLY cold (frozen) butter. This helps the dough puff when you bake them.
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Have Produce You Need to Use Up?
My favorite gluten free pasta salad uses a variety of roasted vegetables.
Veggies are roasted in the ove, then combined with Italian dressing, cooked gluten free pasta (I prefer Barilla) and feta cheese. (Which is buy one, get on 40% off at Meijer right now.)
You could also roast the veggies on the grill, along with any meat you may be cooking.
Click below for the recipe.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/summer-pasta-sald/
Heading to Arts, Beats and Eats This Weekend?
Or visiting Detroit for other adventures?
Don`t forget my list of places to eat while you`re downtown.
My recommendations include Breadless (which is 100% gluten free), Frita Batidos, FOLK Detroit and more.
I also have a secondary list of restaurants in Metro Detroit. Including Tru Pizza in Troy (formerly Renee`s Gourmet Pizzeria) which is 100% gluten free.
Both lists have an embedded Google map to help you get to where you want to go.
Click the link to see it all.
https://miglutenfreegal.com/gluten-free-detroit-dining-options/