Gluten Free Foods

This rich, unsurpassed vanilla comes from a single variety of orchid found only on the island of Madagascar. Made from hand-selected beans through an exclusive cold-process method to preserve the complex flavor and bouquet, it enriches homemade ice cream, custard, creme brulee and baked goods. It also boosts the flavor of dishes containing chocolate and coffee. More concentrated than extract, the pure vanilla bean paste is a sweet, slightly spicy syrup with flecks of handpicked vanilla seeds and is used when the distinctive look of seeds is desired. From Nielsen-Massey, makers of the world’s finest vanilla since 1907 and the choice of chefs worldwide. Product Features Rich, intense vanilla flavor Made in the USA from Madagascar Bourbon vanilla beans Flecks of handpicked vanilla bean seeds in paste Exclusive cold-process method to preserve complex flavor and bouquet Gluten-free Kosher pareve, certified by the Chicago Rabbinical Council

Read the rest of this entry »

I lost power for about 40 hours this weekend. Kept the fridge and freezer shut the whole time. I realize that I should have bought a few blocks of ice or put the food outside (it's been about 30 degrees here- power went out due to an ice storm), but I kept it inside the fridge.

The meat and veggies in my freezer are defrosted, but I have rolls in there (rather expensive, gluten free rolls). I'm tossing the meat and veg, but are the rolls ok?

What about frozen butter? Is it ok if it's still half-frozen? The ice cream is definitely a goner. But… butter?

And in my fridge - I know the milk and eggs are dead. Probably the few veggies I had in the drawer, but what about condiments?

Ketchup, mustard, mayo, salad dressing, A-1, marinades… I'm a condiment freak. Is any of that still good? The fridge was fairly cool when I got power back and opened it, but I'm nervous. I don't want to get sick because I failed to dispose of … spoiled ketchup (?).

Any advice?

Re meat and veg: Anything frozen that's defrosted should be eaten within 3 days (just like in the old days before we all had freezers). Anything that didn't defrost will be fine.

Just stick the butter in the fridge and use within a couple of weeks, it will be fine. Sniff the milk before you throw it. Unless you live in a very hot area, the eggs will most likely be ok, just break them into a cup before you use them (one at a time, empty the cup in between each egg). You will know right away if the egg is off, you just can't miss it! I know people who insist eggs should never be refrigerated, anyway (although I keep mine in the fridge).

Ketchup contains vinegar, a natural preservative. It was invented as a way of keeping the ingredients fresh before refrigeration was even thought of. Mustard will be fine - i have never kept either of those in the fridge. These things are natural preservatives: sugar, salt, vinegar. If the condiments contain those they will be fine. Since the fridge was still cool, pretty much everything will be ok, even the veggies - we used to keep veggies in racks once upon a time, not in a fridge.

Next time, scrunch up some newspapers and use to fill all the gaps in the freezer (do the scrunching before you open the door) - and take out the ice cream and feast on it, as you'll lose it anyway.

The rich, concentrated flavor of these pure gluten-free extracts will bring dramatic new taste to cookies, cakes, muffins, icings and much more. Pure Chocolate Extract offers a rich and smooth chocolate flavor, without sweetness. It pairs well with vanilla, almonds, cinnamon, coffee, nuts, raspberries, maple, mint, coconut, cream cherries and bananas. Add a whisper of chocolate to cakes, cookies and icings, coffee, custards and puddings. Pure Almond Extract blends well with vanilla, chocolate, caramel, apples, coconut, cherries, cream, strawberries, raisins and more. Use it to lend the warm, mellow, nutty flavor of almonds to baked goods such as pies and pastries. Add it to confections, frostings and fillings for a fabulous finishing touch. Pure Orange Extract is the perfect partner to vanilla, chocolate, strawberries, pineapples and many other foods. Enhance rice, chicken and fish dishes, jams and marmalades. Add an orange burst to fruit pies, salad dressings, custards, gelatins, desserts and, of course, ice cream and sherbets. Pure Lemon Extract complements just about any dish! It has a special affinity for vanilla, orange and almond flavors, and is a natural with fish, pork and chicken. It also marries well with a variety of herbs such as parsley, rosemary, thyme, garlic and basil. Lemon extract can be added to anything from beverages to vegetables to desserts. Pure Peppermint Extract is made from the finest mint oils according to the strictest quality standards. Use it to flavor teas, enhance fruit salads or to complement chocolate in cakes, ice cream and icings. Peppermint also goes well with vanilla, and is a surprising accompaniment to savory dishes such as lamb, pork and poultry. Pure Coffee Extract is the essence of rich brewed coffee in a concentrated form. Use it to add subtle richness to a vanilla milkshake or hot chocolate. Add to hot fudge sauce as a topping for ice cream, or blend it into whipped cream as a frosting for brownies or pound cake.

Read the rest of this entry »

The rich, concentrated flavor of these pure gluten-free extracts will bring dramatic new taste to cookies, cakes, muffins, icings and much more. Pure Chocolate Extract offers a rich and smooth chocolate flavor, without sweetness. It pairs well with vanilla, almonds, cinnamon, coffee, nuts, raspberries, maple, mint, coconut, cream cherries and bananas. Add a whisper of chocolate to cakes, cookies and icings, coffee, custards and puddings. Pure Almond Extract blends well with vanilla, chocolate, caramel, apples, coconut, cherries, cream, strawberries, raisins and more. Use it to lend the warm, mellow, nutty flavor of almonds to baked goods such as pies and pastries. Add it to confections, frostings and fillings for a fabulous finishing touch. Pure Orange Extract is the perfect partner to vanilla, chocolate, strawberries, pineapples and many other foods. Enhance rice, chicken and fish dishes, jams and marmalades. Add an orange burst to fruit pies, salad dressings, custards, gelatins, desserts and, of course, ice cream and sherbets. Pure Lemon Extract complements just about any dish! It has a special affinity for vanilla, orange and almond flavors, and is a natural with fish, pork and chicken. It also marries well with a variety of herbs such as parsley, rosemary, thyme, garlic and basil. Lemon extract can be added to anything from beverages to vegetables to desserts. Pure Peppermint Extract is made from the finest mint oils according to the strictest quality standards. Use it to flavor teas, enhance fruit salads or to complement chocolate in cakes, ice cream and icings. Peppermint also goes well with vanilla, and is a surprising accompaniment to savory dishes such as lamb, pork and poultry. Pure Coffee Extract is the essence of rich brewed coffee in a concentrated form. Use it to add subtle richness to a vanilla milkshake or hot chocolate. Add to hot fudge sauce as a topping for ice cream, or blend it into whipped cream as a frosting for brownies or pound cake.

Read the rest of this entry »

SOME ice cream brands are gf, many (ok, well most) are not. Go here, scroll down to snacks and desserts, but as always, READ THE LABEL!!!:
http://www.venturaceliac.org/glutenfree-basics.htm

Breyers All Natural Ice Creams: Vanilla, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip, Coffee, French Vanilla, Mint Chocolate Chip, Peach, Rocky Road, Strawberry, Vanilla Fudge Twirl, Vanilla/Chocolate/Strawberry, Take Two Vanilla/Chocolate, Frozen Yogurt Vanilla/Chocolate/Strawberry, Frozen Yogurt Chocolate, Light Vanilla, Light Mint Chocolate Chip

Dairy Queen Vanilla and Chocolate Soft Serve; Misty Slush. Their suppliers confirms the following are GF:
Lemon Freez'r; Cherry Lime Freez'r; DQ Fudge Bar; DQ Vanilla Orange Bar; DQ Vanilla Fudge Bar; DQ
Raspberry Vanilla Bar; StarKiss Bars

McDonalds: All ice cream sundaes are GF

Ben & Jerry's: except for ice creams with obvious gluten (cookies, etc.)

Dreyers: most flavors except those with obvious gluten

p.s. In the US mono and diglycerides are derived from a vegetable oil (but can be animal), if it uses a wheat based carrier, then by law it MUST be sourced and wheat MUST be declared on the label (d/t allergy labeling laws). (but as a note, some manufact. do have undeclared wheat by "accident" due to unannounced ingredient changes from suppliers. I always check the wheat allergy site for products with undeclared wheat! The allergics are really on top of things b/c of the "instant" reaction they get! )

* Low Calorie * Low Carb * Gluten Free * Diabetic Friendly - Low in Sugars * Made with Splenda * Full Rich Taste Enjoy on tortillas, bread, toast, muffins, and ice cream Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 2 Tbsp (30ml) Servings Per Container: 10 Amount Per Serving % Daily Value* Total Calories 15 Total

Read the rest of this entry »

America’s Favorite Instant Cappuccino! Caffe D’Vita Irish Cream Cappuccino is made with a rich blend of Columbian coffees for a phenomenal taste, but with very little caffeine. Use hot or iced, with water or milk. 99% Caffeine Free, Gluten Free, No Trans Fat, No Cholesterol and Just 60 Calories.

Read the rest of this entry »

This rich, unsurpassed vanilla comes from a single variety of orchid found only on the island of Madagascar. Made from hand-selected beans through an exclusive cold-process method to preserve the complex flavor and bouquet, it enriches homemade ice cream, custard, creme brulee and baked goods. It also boosts the flavor of dishes containing chocolate and coffee. More concentrated than extract, the pure vanilla bean paste is a sweet, slightly spicy syrup with flecks of handpicked vanilla seeds and is used when the distinctive look of seeds is desired. From Nielsen-Massey, makers of the world’s finest vanilla since 1907 and the choice of chefs worldwide. Product Features Rich, intense vanilla flavor Made in the USA from Madagascar Bourbon vanilla beans Flecks of handpicked vanilla bean seeds in paste Exclusive cold-process method to preserve complex flavor and bouquet Gluten-free Kosher pareve, certified by the Chicago Rabbinical Council

Read the rest of this entry »

Certified USDA Organic Flavored Sweetener. Naturally Gluten Free. Flavorize it! Introducing Madhava’s new Flavored Agave Nectar, because we think enjoying a good cup of coffee is important to your day. Now you can savor the flavors you love and make it your way everyday at home! Amaretto…Cappuccino…Hazelnut…Irish Creme…& Vanilla. Made with pure organic agave nectar and organic flavoring, this is the perfect way to add a deliciously sweet flavor to your favorite blend of coffee, mixed drink, ice cream, pancakes…you name it! And, our flavored sweeteners have the same low glycemic and high quality attributes as our Pure Agave Nectars. Look for them also. Our new line of flavored sweeteners are sure to please the most discriminating taste. Indulge yourself. Because, your coffee is important!

Read the rest of this entry »

Certified USDA Organic Flavored Sweetener. Naturally Gluten Free. Flavorize it! Introducing Madhava’s new Flavored Agave Nectar, because we think enjoying a good cup of coffee is important to your day. Now you can savor the flavors you love and make it your way everyday at home! Amaretto…Cappuccino…Hazelnut…Irish Creme…& Vanilla. Made with pure organic agave nectar and organic flavoring, this is the perfect way to add a deliciously sweet flavor to your favorite blend of coffee, mixed drink, ice cream, pancakes…you name it! And, our flavored sweeteners have the same low glycemic and high quality attributes as our Pure Agave Nectars. Look for them also. Our new line of flavored sweeteners are sure to please the most discriminating taste. Indulge yourself. Because, your coffee is important!

Read the rest of this entry »