Planning a Holiday Party?

OK, the holidays are here....Hurray...FOOD...COOKIES>>>and MORE...

Remember that there are people out there that have food allergies even

GF Shortbread Cookies for the Holiday

HERE WE GO...GOOD GF SHORTBREAD COOKIES

Holiday Spirit

Well, so much for Thanksgiving. Have you digested all of that turkey yet?
Here we go again.
Another holiday....Christmas, etc....
MORE FOOOOOODDDD.. Oh great! Just what

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

Hi everyone,
Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving.
Enjoy this time with friends and family.

Hal

Yet Another Peruvian Condiment - Red-Onion Mojo

This one can be

Peruvian Condiment- Chimichurri Sauce

This is the best in condiments great for any entree. Beef, Pork, Chicken, fish and

GF Recipe for SOCCA - Nicoise Chickpea Pancakes

Hey Everyone,

How are things going? Good I hope.

Here is a new recipe for

Costa Rican Zapallitos (stuffed Zucchini)

Ingredients

4 zucchini - medium to large
1 hard-

Ham and Potato Pancakes - gluten-free

1/4 lb. Yukon gold potatoes-peeled

Garnish Tips

Try this quick garnish.

4-6 Green Onions
1 Glass Bowl
1 cup Ice

Trim and wash

Welcome to the new bloggers

Just a short note to welcome the

hey

Gluten-Free Mall for Gluten-Free Foods

Gluten Intolerant?

When you eat anything made from wheat, rye and/or barley do you

Quinoa & Mango Salad - gluten/wheat-free

This is a good refreshing salad.  If you can't get

Blog name change

Just to let everyone know, I have changed my blog's name to Hal's Kitchen.  Not to be confused with Hell's Kitchen. lol

I'm going to change my google groups name also.

thanks

Article on Autism and Nutrition (Gluten-free/Casein-free)

I have found in my readings that autistic and ADD/ADHT children benefit from a gluten free/casein free diet.

According to the Aug/Sept. 2009 issue of Living Without magazine, a casein-free diet has been found to be benificial for a number of people for a variety of reasons. A gluten-free and casein-free (GF/ CF) diet has provided positive results for many people diagnosed with an autistic spectrum disorder, such as autism, Asperger's syndrome, atypical autism and pervasive development disorder.

Currently, there are no double-blind studies proving the efficacy of the GF/CF diet in autistic spectrum disorders. Several open studies conducted in Europe and the United Stated do provide strong positive data. There is also voluminous anecdotal evidence on the efficacy of the dietary approach. When removing dairy, it is vital that adequate calcium and vitamin D be added in the form of fortified milk substitutes or acceptable vitamin and mineral supplements.

Guidance from a qualified physician or nutritionist is strongly advised.

Also, remember that some or most vitamins and supplements may contain gluten, so read the labels carefully.

Up and coming is a list of foods that contain, may contain casein and casein-free alternatives.
Dairy free may contain casein.

Kosher pareve foods are casein free. Foods certified as kosher non- dairy or pareve are free of dairy proteins

Thanks for your time

Hal

Substitutions for Milk if u r lactose intolerant

Here is a list of what you can substitute some dairy products for if you are lactose intolerant. These are substitutions for baking and cooking.

MILK: 1 cup

1 cup soy milk (plain or vanilla)
1 cup rice milk + 1 egg yolk (beat in, of course)
1 cup fruit juice (like apple) or use applesauce
1 cup water + 1 egg yolk
1 cup coconut milk (not lite)

Next post will be replacements for flour for those that are wheat or gluten sensitve.

HAVE A GREAT DAY AND ENJOY THE WONDERS OF NATURE.

Hal

I'm Back

Hi guys,
Sorry I haven't been in touch with everyone, but I have been out of town. Stay tuned and I will be posting some great food ideas soon.
Have a blast
Hal

PIZZA TIME - MANGIARE

Zeus’s Grecian Pizza


Recipe By :Chef Hal
Serving Size : up to 8


Amount Measure Ingredient - Preparation Method
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2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 teaspoons Fresh Whole Peeled Garlic – chopped
1 package Fresh Pizza Dough
½ - 1 jar Sun-Dried Tomatoes, oil-packed/drained
4 + ounces Shredded Italian Blend Cheese
2 ounces Silver Goat Garlic/Herb Goat Cheese
12 leaves Fresh Basil – chopped
1 medium Fresh, Firm Beefsteak or Roma Tomatoes-thinly sliced
½ jar Kalamata Olives – pitted and chopped

Preheat the oven to 400º.

Let the dough stand at room temperature for 20 minutes, or more, on a floured plate – covered with a cloth. Roll out or stretch the dough on a floured cookie sheet; brush dough lightly with the olive oil. Sprinkle most of the Shredded Italian blend Cheese on top. Top with the basil then the sun dried tomatoes, kalamata olives and garlic. Layer the beefsteak tomatoes. Crumble the goat cheese on top of everything else and more of the shredded cheese.

Bake the pizza until the crust is golden and crisp, approximately 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve.

Serve with a side salad using Herb Salad Mix and a fine dressing of your choice.

TIP OF THE MONTH

If you have had a hard time slicing Pork Tenderloin or Flank try partially freezing the meat. It makes it a lot easier if the cuts are slightly firm through freezing, remember partially.

If anybody has other tips that could be useful please, by all means, POST IT... Thank you to all.

Your Blog Host - Hal

Frittata Di Napoli

Frittata di Napoli

This can be served at anytime of day or night.

Recipe By : Chef Hal
Serving Size : up to 12



1 dozen Extra Large AA Eggs
¼ cup Whole Milk
¼ teaspoon Dried Oregano
¼ teaspoon Dried Thyme
1 tablespoon Salted or Unsalted Butter
4 medium Organic Hot House Tomatoes – sliced
1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves - finely chopped
8 ounces Brick Cream Cheese – cubed
¼-1/2 cup Shredded Mediterranean Cheese(TJ's)or a Shredded

Italian Blend w/fontina and provolone cheeses at least
Salt and pepper - to taste

FOR THE MEAT LOVERS: Use a fully cooked sausage, Trader Joe's if you can,

Mushroom Asiago is sausage is a good one.

In a bowl whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, shredded cheese and oregano/thyme.

In a large deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat. If you are doing the sausage, chop it up and sauté for 5 minutes then stir in the tomatoes for another minute.

Lower heat and add basil sautéing until limp, 1-2 minutes.

Pour egg mixture over all and top with cream cheese cubes.

Cover and cook over low heat approximately 20 minutes or until set on top; or cook until bottom is partially set and finish cooking under the broiler, middle level, to brown the top, 5-10 minutes


Topping Choices:

Mediterranean or Greek Style Yogurt
Crème Fraiche
Sour Cream