Category Archives: Gluten Free Dishes

Miso Mushroom Lentil Shepherd’s Pie

Miso Mushroom Lentil Shepherd's Pie by Alison's AllspiceI have a mushroom miso pasta bake recipe that I adore.  The umami flavors of both mushrooms and miso simply work together.  Mushroom shepherds pie is a family favorite and one day it just clicked – I have to give it a miso makeover!  Try my miso mushroom lentil shepherd’s pie for a new spin on the classic.

I added lentils to my family’s mushroom sheperds pie recipe because I wanted this recipe to have more protein.  Sometimes recipes that are all vegetable (like mushrooms and potato) leave me feeling hungry!  Continue reading

Mushroom Parmesan Baked Brown Rice Risotto

Mushroom Parmesan Brown Rice Risotto by Alison's AllspiceRisotto is one of the most common ways to make rice in Italy.  Once you have tried it, you will completely understand why.  It has a creamy mouthfeel that is not a usual characteristic of rice.  Try my mushroom parmesan baked brown rice risotto to see what I mean.

Traditonally, risotto is made with arborio rice.  It is a short grain white rice that readily releases its starches to produce the creamy texture.  I used brown rice in my version because it is higher in protein and fiber. Continue reading

Ginger Red Lentil Pumpkin Soup

Ginger Red Lentil Pumpkin Soup by Alison's AllspiceSoup season is in full swing here in the allspice world and I have been playing with lots of recipes; old and new recipes alike. This ginger red lentil pumpkin soup recipe comes from an old favorite that needed a re-do.

Are you a blended soup fan?  I adore blended soups, hence why this recipe is a favorite.  Blended soups turn vegetables into a creamy oblivion that is swoon worthy.  This recipe is no exception.  It also lets me star one of my favorite ingredients: Lentils. Continue reading

Gluten Free Zucchini Tots

Gluten Free Zucchini Tots by Alison's AllspiceHappy New Year everyone!  Today I am having a flash back to the summer months when I had so many zucchini that I didn’t know what to do with them all.  These gluten free zucchini tots were a staple during summer, and area a great way to start the new year!

I am not a new year resolutions person.  It just doesn’t suit me.  I perfer the moto “moderation in everything.”  To me means that you don’t need to feel guilty for life’s small pleasures. Continue reading

Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry

Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry by Alison's AllspiceCurry is a great dish to make in advance for busy nights because the flavors only get better as it sits.  This butternut squash chickpea curry is loaded with vegetables as well as flavor!

I like to prep all the ingredients for this recipe in advance to make it an easy and pleasant cooking experience.  Chopping the butternut squash can be time consuming, and sometimes difficult, so you don’t want to rush for safety’s sake. Continue reading

Lentil Marinara Spaghetti Squash Boats

Lentil Marinara Spaghetti Squash Boats by Alison's AllspiceSpaghetti squash did really well in my garden this summer, therefore, this fall I have been enjoying lots of it.  This lentil marinara spaghetti squash boats recipe has been my favorite way to prepare it.

This is a pretty basic recipe that could easily be bland.  There are a few key ingredients that keep it full of flavor with minimal effort.  First is the basil.  The bright flavor of fresh basil takes this recipe from boring to wow. Continue reading

Lentil Beet Veggie Burgers

Lentil Beet Veggie Burgers by Alison's AllspiceVeggie burgers are a staple around here.  They are not the easiest recipe to perfect, however.  Let me tell you all about how I perfected this lentil beet veggie burgers recipe!

First of all, veggie burgers should not have too many carbs.  You are going to put it on a bun, afterall.  Secondly, veggie burgers should not be devoid of protein.  They are a main dish. Continue reading

Gluten Free Lentil Quinoa Veggie Meatballs

Gluten Free Lentil Quinoa Veggie Meatballs by Alison's AllspiceFriends, one of my most popular recipes on the blog is my vegetarian lentil quinoa meatballs.  I have been asked many times about making it gluten free, so I decided it was time for an upgrade!  Check out these gluten free lentil quinoa veggie meatballs made with oats and pecans!

To upgrade this recipe, I wanted to omit the breadcrumbs, but keep all the flavor.  The oats help to act as a binder, which the breadcrumbs did in the previous version, and the pecans add more flavor! Continue reading

Peach Bourbon Barbecue Sauce

Peach Bourbon Barbecue Sauce by Alison's AllspiceThis recipe is a little late coming to the blog, but better late than never.  Late this summer I was craving some barbecue and decided to experiment with my own sauce.  I made peach bourbon barbecue sauce with this years bumper peach crop!

Barbecue sauce comes in soooo many varieties, there is no one way to make it.  This barbecue sauce recipe is a little sweet, but still balanced with savory flavors like onion, garlic, and tomato.  Continue reading

Tandoori Grilled Tofu and Vegetables

Tandoori Grilled Tofu and Vegetables by Alison's AllspiceTandoori grilled tofu and vegetables is a recipe that I wanted to try for a long time before I finally did.  I love anything grilled and the spice mix used in the sauce is gold, literally.

What is tandoori?  It is a dish that originated in India that uses a yogurt based sauce and a tandoor oven, which is heated with wood or charcoal.  I grilled mine to acheive the smokey flavor of a traditional tandoor dish. Continue reading