Sunday, September 26, 2010

Nectarine/Peach Cobbler





We have a beloved nectarine tree in our backyard.  We anxiously wait all year for our nectarines!  The time has come and we are loving this sweet fruit on everything.  I just adapted this recipe for the first time and we all loved it.  Who knows, I'll probably change it in the future, but for now it will work!  I made it dairy free so everyone at our house could eat it, but I couldn't resist a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!

Melt 3 T butter(I used Earth Balance Dairy free substitute) in a 9x13 pan at 375.

For batter - mix:  1 c. sugar
         1/3 c. sorghum flour
         1/3 c. millet flour
         1/3 c. potato starch
         1/2 t. xanthan gum
         dash of salt
         2 t. baking powder
     stir in 1 c. milk(or 1/4 c. lite coconut milk + 3/4 c. water)

Slice 4-5 nectarines with skin and set aside.  Peaches also work great, but I would probably peel them.

When butter is melted remove from oven and pour batter over the top. Drop in sliced nectarines and return to oven for 45-55 min. or until toothpick comes out clean.  Cover loosely with foil after 20 min. to prevent over-browning.  Best served warm with a scoop of ice cream on top!

You can substitute flours if you prefer others, just sub flour for flour and starch for starch.  You can also try another milk substitute but I have the best results with coconut milk.  Let me know what substitutes work for you!

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Welcome

I'm so glad you are joining me on this journey. My disclaimer - I am terrible on the computer, and I'm not good with words. I have never done a blog before so I know there are going to be many kinks to work out. Please be patient with me! However, I love to eat good food and to cook. I plan to provide you with healthy gluten free options that will save you time. Why buy mine? There are a lot of new products out there, so what makes mine better? 1- the taste 2-they are healthy. I use whole grains and minimal starch.
Right now I am offering 2 cookie doughs and 6 mixes. I plan to change it up and offer different items in a month or so. Please give me your feedback. If you love an item, let me know and I'll keep it around. If you really dislike something and someone else can make it better, let me know and I'll give you another option. I am just trying to get going and I need your help. Also, please spread the word and let your friends and family know about me.
I also plan to post a new recipe each week. There is so much good food out there that just can't be put into a mix! Check back often to get some new food ideas to add to your menu!
We are 100% gluten free and 90% dairy free. Most my recipes and mixes can be modified to be dairy free if they are not already. Check my tips for easy ways to make food dairy free.