Category Archives: Gluten Free Dishes

Enchilada Zucchini Boats

Enchilada Zucchini Boats with Black beans by Alison's AllspiceEven though it seems early in the season, the farmers market has had zucchinis for weeks now!  I finally picked up a few to whip up this delicious enchilada zucchini boats recipe.  This dish is a great way to get lots of veggies, and is still a balanced meal full of rice, beans, and flavor!   Continue reading

Asparagus Artichoke Millet Bowl

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This is post #2 for my Asparagus Mini Series! Bowl meals are all the craze right Alison's AllspiceAsparagusMini-Series2016now.  And rightfully so.  They are very easy for both prep and clean up! Mix it together in a big bowl, and serve in little bowls. Easy-peasy!  I love them because they include whole grains, with lots of veggies.  Asparagus is the star in my asparagus artichoke millet bowl.   Continue reading

Pizza Baked Potatoes

Pizza Baked Potatoes

I have a no waste attitude when it comes to food.  I hate throwing out even the littlest bit of food just because it doesn’t have a purpose, or because I think there isn’t enough left to use.  With a little bit of effort and planning you can prevent this kind of waste.  Today’s Pizza Baked Potatoes was created because I had a small amount of pasta sauce that was not going to go down the drain.  The recipe was so good that I made it multiple times and perfected the seasonings, and today I’m sharing it with you! Continue reading

Garlic Lemon Roasted Broccoli

Garlic Lemon Roasted Broccoli

In my quest to eat healthy foods, I have realized how important a healthy and delicious vegetable side dish can be.  Side salads were once a favorite of mine, with a quick homemade vinaigrette.  However, most lettuces don’t have the nutrition and fiber content that we look for in vegetables.  Chopped salads with lots of veggies are time consuming for a simple side.  This garlic lemon roasted broccoli dish is simple, delicious, and healthy! Continue reading

Vegan Fried Rice

Vegan fried rice

Fried rice is such an easy meal to whip on a weeknight, I tend to make this vegan fried rice a lot.  Having a few different variations on a classic recipe makes it easy to eat this simple food frequently and not get tired of it.  Pineapple Fried Rice is another great variation to a classic.   Continue reading

Quick Frijoles Negros (Black Beans)

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I am an obsessive meal planner.  For most people, meal planning is a chore, something you don’t like to do.  For me, it’s the opposite.  Dreaming up recipes to use up ingredients, and finding recipes that overlap in ingredients is like a scavenger hunt.  I look forward to my weekly meal planning time. Continue reading

Tomato Coconut Curry with Cauliflower and Chickpeas

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Curry is one of those dishes that can be made in about a million different ways, with so many different ingredients!  It can be hard to narrow down what you want to try when it comes to making a curry recipe.  It can also be difficult to find all the ingredients locally available.  This tomato coconut curry with cauliflower and chickpeas is made with simple ingredients and spices, so it will be easy to make and enjoy! Continue reading

Dijon Thyme Roasted Cabbage

Dijon Thyme Roasted Cabbage
Cabbage is still in season, and going on sale in preparation for St. Patricks Day.  Cabbage is enjoyed in America over St. Patties day because it was inexpensive for Irish immigrants to purchase.  Because it doesn’t cost much, it is a staple in my kitchen all winter long. Cabbage lasts for a long time in the fridge, it is versatile, and so healthy! This Dijon thyme roasted cabbage is an easy side to put together for quick dinners. Continue reading

Clam and Millet Stuffed Mushrooms

Clam and millet stuffed mushroomsMushrooms are a great ingredient to work with as a cook.    They are rich and full of umami.  Umami is the flavor of savoriness.   When mushrooms cook, something magical happens.  Their dense spongy material softens and releases so much flavor!  Mushrooms are good so many ways, sauted for pasta like this Ravioli Bake with Spinach and Mushrooms, or in veggie burgers like this Black Bean and Mushroom Burger.  In this clam and millet stuffed mushrooms recipe, I stuff a large mushroom cap with diced clams and cooked millet. So rich and flavorful! Continue reading

Apple Date Chutney

Apple date chutney ingredients

Chutney is a great way to add a huge layer of flavor to a dish or recipe.  If you are unfamiliar, it is a condiment or side dish traditionally used with many Indian dishes.  Most are made with fruit, vinegar, and spices.  This combination of sweet, acidity, and spice pairs well with almost any dish! Continue reading