Apple Tea with Chai Spices

Episode 065 Quintessential American pancakes are fluffy, moist, tender and a canvas for lovely toppings. Technique makes these gluten-free pancakes different. For 35 years these have been the standard pancakes in the Sullivan household - now  gluten-free!In this episode registered dietitian, Cindy Sullivan, walks you through making these pancakes step by step so you can have delicious gluten free pancakes for today and some to freeze for quick breakfasts. Whether you cook gluten free all the time or just occasionally for family and friends these will please everyone! (And you don't have to announce they are gluten free - no one will notice!)For the show notes and recipe go to FoodSensitivityKitchen.com/episode065.Gluten-Free Holiday cookie recipes may help you navigate the holidays!  You can find them here.

Episode 064 Caramel-y chewy outside, tender-moist inside studded with apples and nuts. Old fashioned apple cake is naturally dairy free, and Cindy discusses 4 different gluten free options she tested. This cake epitomizes the best non-chocolate cakes.  Cindy discusses modifications using 4 different gluten free flour options and how differing numbers of eggs affect the structure and texture of the cake.  She also discusses the best type of apples to use and all other ingredients, substitutions as well as preparation tips.  For this recipe go to FoodSensitivityKitchen.com/episode064. For the gluten free holiday cookie workshop go to FoodSensitivityKitchen.com/glutenfreeholidaycookies.

Episode 063 What is the number one reason people eat what they do?  Taste.  Oh there are many other reasons of course but what brings people back to eat something over and over again? It tastes good.  In this episode Cindy discusses the importance of quality spices and herbs on flavor.  She reviews some of the evidence on cinnamon's health benefits, especially for diabetes and inflammation.Join Cindy's holiday eating workshop to help you find recipes that work for your food sensitive family or friends.  She is hosting a two part live workshop that involves some teaching, a large amount of sharing and even more cooking - in your own kitchen.  We will come together to talk about recipe modification and share recipes and ideas.  We will also talk about communication and expectations around holiday meals.  Go to FoodSensitivityKitchen.com/holidaymeals to learn more.  Cindy's gluten free holiday cookie class will be amazing for discovering gluten free holiday cookies (some dairy & egg free also!) that taste good! Go go FoodSensitivityKitchen.com/glutenfreeholidaycookiesFor the show notes, including a transcript and all the references go to FoodSensitvityKitchen.com/episode063 

Episode 062 Savory, inexpensive vegetarian zucchini fritters are delicious topped with pesto, sour cream or jam.  This recipe is easy, affordable and freezes well. It is gluten free and easily made dairy free. As an added bonus, they are even lower in fat and calories than traditional recipes as they are cooked in a small amount of liquid oil instead of deep fried. For the complete recipe and pictures go to  https://foodsensitivitykitchen.com/gluten-free-zucchini-fritters/ for the Transcript& references go to  https://foodsensitivitykitchen.com/episode062

Episode061 Whole Grain Gluten free blackberry muffins with tested dairy free and egg free modifications.  They are tender, delicious and loaded with antioxidants and minerals.  Cindy Sullivan, MPH, RD, CHES baked more than 20 batches of muffins perfecting this recipe and its modifications. No one will guess they are gluten free if you do not tell them!  Mashed bananas, or pumpkin or applesauce make excellent yogurt substitutes that add nutrients and flavor.  Frozen or fresh fruit works well as blueberries. For the recipe and oodles of pictures go to FoodSensitivityKitchen.com/episode061. Email [email protected] with questions or comments.  Please leave a review and comment below!  Keep Cooking to Enable Those You Love to Flourish!

Cindy Sullivan, a registered dietitian and health educator, shares her  that uses ingredients such as tapioca starch, oil, buttermilk, dried fruit, milk, sugar and leavening salt. She also provides a list of cooking equipment needed and other upcoming recipes, such as gluten-free blackberry and banana chocolate chip muffins. The content encourages the importance of cooking at home to towards healthier and dietary alternatives.Gluten-free sweet Irish Soda Bread recipe will steal the show at your St. Patrick’s Day feast. No one will even know it is gluten free.  It is not gritty or gummy.  Cindy Sullivan, RD, CHES, modified her existing sweet Irish soda bread recipe with Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 flour and the results were easy, delicious, and still contain some whole grains.Cindy also discusses an important update to your emergency food plan (episode 059) and encourages you to take 30 minutes and make a plan.  Download the free template on the FoodSensitivityKitchen.com home page (Plate Planning Template - the episode explains how to modify it).Upcoming episodes include delicious whole grain gluten free muffins!Find the recipe, pictures and podcast at FoodSensitivityKitchen.com

Emergencies and unexpected life events challenge even  the most experienced allergy  cook.  Having  a plan will help you feed your family when you can't cook.  When take out is difficult for your family, having meals in your pantry  or freezer,  can help  eliminate a HUGE stressor and time sink.  In this short episode Cindy  will give ideas  for an emergency food plan as well  as a template to use to  plan  your family's emergency food plan. Go here for the plate planning template. 

Episode 058 Cindy Sullivan, MPH, RD, CHES gives resources to help you feed your food sensitive family member(s) during  this holiday season!  Take her quiz "Discover the #1 way food restrictions are increasing your  holiday stress."  Your free report will give practical ways to decrease your food stress this busy time of year. It is on the home page of foodsensitivitykitchen.com or go to https://quiz.foodsensitivitykitchen.com/sf/f295fc5c

Episode 057 Comforting and soothing when warm, refreshing when cold, orange peel tea is a very low calorie beverage that delights both your taste buds and your pocketbook.   Cindy discusses health benefits and  debunks common  myths surrounding Orange Peel Tea.  It is easy and  quick to make with  many variations.For the  full recipe go to FoodSensitivityKitchen.com/episode057

Episode 056 Save money and make a warm, comforting beverage from apple peels and cores. Perfect for fall gatherings, Apple Peel Tea is a low calorie, no extra cost beverage (since you are already purchasing the apples for another reason - applesauce, pie, cake, etc). The only cost is for the spices, but once purchased, they will last you a LONG time! Stretch your grocery dollar by using every bit of the produce you purchase. For the "recipe" and references go to  FoodSensitivityKitchen.com/episode056.Keep Cooking to Enable  Those You  Love to Flourish!