Join me in lobbying Nabisco for Gluten Free Triscuits!

I recently noticed supermarkets carrying a new line of Triscuits (brown rice Triscuits), and was sorely disappointed to see they were not in fact gluten free.  Double :( because Triscuits used to be my ultimate cracker snack. 

Join me in lobbying for gluten free Triscuits?  Here's a copy of the letter I just submitted on their site:
http://mdlz.custhelp.com/app/contact/sa/1/


Hello,

I am a longtime Triscuit fan, and was recently very excited to see your new line of "brown rice" Triscuits. However, I was miserably disappointed when I read the ingredients and saw that Triscuit remains "behind the times", and just launched another line for gluten fiends who already have a multitude of options.

I am gluten intolerant, and along with losing beer in my life, also had to deal with being unable to indulge in my former Triscuit habit.

I noticed you are an international brand, and as such, please know that there are many others like me around the world who were previous Triscuit consumers. I hope that you will someday rise up to be a more progressive and inclusive company by launching a gluten free line.

Thank you for your time taken to read this letter, and for your consideration,
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Recipes from Twitter pics

Hello Readers,

As the school year picks up, I may be blogging less, and I apologize in advance for not writing as much.  For those of you who don't follow me on Twitter, I wanted to let you know that I tend to tweet more than I blog - mostly photos of especially good gluten and lactose free foods/meals I eat throughout the week.
If you ever see anything especially intriguing, please send me a tweet or message and I'll be sure to blog the recipe!

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Thanks for your support and readership!

Gluten and Lactose Free Protein Powders

So in my current get-fit regimen, I realized I needed some type of recovery formula post workout. I always thought protein powders were for gym rats and serious fitness buffs, but realized that having a protein drink afterwards really helps keep my energy up, and takes the stress out of having to cook something or find food soon after.

Then came the eternal question - are there good, edible gluten and lactose free protein shakes out there??  Without the intolerances, it's hard enough to find a formula that tastes good.  Syntha-6 came highly recommended, but after contacting the company, I learned that none of their formulas are gluten free.

After much searching, I finally found what I was looking for: the ULTIMATE listing of gluten and (some) lactose free powders!  This site is a great resource in general, but I'm especially thankful that the author took the time to put this list together.  There are no reviews for the products, but at least it's a starting point in even knowing what to look up:

The Celiac Diva's list of gluten free protein powders

Addie's Gluten-Free Blog

i just found out that one of my acquaintances also started a gluten free blog - great to have another resource -

Thanks, Addya!

Addie's Gluten-Free Blog

Gluten and Dairy Free Pops

Feelin' the summer heat and lusting after everyone else's ice-cream cones? Well if you've got the time and ambition, here are 2 make-at-home recipes (thanks for passing them along, Mrs. L!). Keep in mind that losing the gluten and lactose doesn't necessary make it lighter on calories, carbs and fat.... Rats.

Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Fudge Pops

MAKES 8

 

Celebrate summer with this revamped version of classic fudgsicles. They're easy to make and fun to eat. If you don’t have plastic popsicle molds, use small paper cups and wooden sticks (sold in craft stores and online).

3 cups unsweetened lite coconut milk
½ cup honey* or agavé nectar, extra to taste
¼ cup + 2 tablespoons arrowroot
    starch/powder or cornstarch
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 ounces unsweetened baker’s chocolate,
    chopped into ½-inch pieces
2 tablespoons coconut butter or nut butter or 1 tablespoon coconut oil
1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1. Combine coconut milk, honey or agave nectar, arrowroot, cocoa powder and salt in a 4-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking frequently. Continue to cook and whisk as mixture bubbles and thickens, about 6 minutes.

2. Remove from heat. Add chocolate, coconut butter or nut butter and vanilla and stir until completely melted and smooth. Taste and add additional honey or agave nectar, as desired.

3. Pour into 8 popsicle molds or small paper cups. Allow to cool slightly and insert popsicle lids. Or freeze briefly and insert wooden sticks. If using paper cups, cover with foil, poking the stick through the foil.

4. Freeze until solid. To unmold, hold the stick and warm the outside of the cup with warm water until pop loosens. Serve immediately.

Each serving contains 310 calories, 24g total fat, 20g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 0mg cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 3g protein.

*TIP For lower sugar content, reduce honey to ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons and add 1 teaspoon clear stevia liquid.

Variation

For Mocha Fudge Pops, replace 1 cup milk with 1 cup strong brewed coffee.

Recipe by Rachel Albert-Matesz, author of  The Ice Dream Cookbook (Planetary Press). 

Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Orange Sherbert Pops

MAKES 8

It's easy and delicious to stay cool with this allergy-friendly, sugar-free dessert. Remember sherbert push-ups? Now you can make them at home without artificial colors, flavors and fillers. For easy preparation, pour the creamy orange mixture into popsicle molds and freeze. For a fluffier texture, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker, as instructed.

⅓ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin or ¾ teaspoon
     agar agar powder (not flakes)
¼ cup + 2 tablespoons honey* or agavé nectar,
    more to taste
⅛ teaspoon salt
¾ cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
3 cups unsweetened coconut milk (not lite)
Zest of 1 medium orange, finely grated
1 teaspoon natural orange flavoring or orange extract, optional
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons orange liqueur, optional

1. Place ⅓ cup juice in a small saucepan. Slowly sprinkle with gelatin or agar agar powder. Let stand for 2 minutes until gelatin softens and dry spots disappear. Warm over medium-low heat without stirring until dissolved. Scrape the mixture into a food processor and blend until smooth.

2. Add honey or agave and salt. Blend. Add orange juice concentrate and coconut milk. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape sides with a spatula. Add orange zest and orange flavoring, if desired. For a sweeter taste, add additional honey, 1 tablespoon at a time, to taste.

3. Pour mixture into wide-mouth jars. Cover and chill for at least 6 hours before churning or cool more quickly using an ice bath.

4. Scrape the chilled custard into the canister of an ice cream maker. Add optional orange liqueur. Churn according to manufacturer’s instructions. Serve immediately or spoon into several freezer-safe containers. Cover and freeze for 3 hours or more. Soften solidly frozen dessert by placing it in the refrigerator for 30 to 45 minutes or on the counter for 15 to 30 minutes before serving.

Each serving contains 140 calories, 18g total fat, 16g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 0mg cholesterol, 49mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate, 0g fiber, 3g protein.

*TIP For lower sugar content, use ¼ cup honey or agave nectar with ¼ to ½ teaspoon pure stevia extract powder or ½ to 1 teaspoon clear stevia liquid.

Recipe adapted with permission from The Ice Dream Cookbook (Planetary Press), by Rachel Albert-Matesz.

Chex!

My lovely cousin reminded me about the gluten-free fantastic-ness of Chex, and I couldn't believe I forgot about this stuff!

Chex!

Check out the site for some great gluten free recipes. Just substitute a vegan butter such as Earth Balance to make the ultimate gluten and lactose free Chex snack.

Food for Life

My sister found another line of GF goods in the freezer section of Whole Foods...I'm usually pretty wary of religious underpinnings, but sharing this anyways as a resource:

Food For Life

Gluten Free Girl and the Chef

This is a beautiful, comprehensive site! Looking at all the awards and recognition the site's received, it's also one of the premier resources for gluten free living. I love sites that highlight everything we CAN eat, not just what we can't. Life is more or less a celebration of good company and good eats, right?

Gluten Free Girl

Sourdough Bread

Stumbling on this site was like hitting 7777s at the slots:

L.A. Sourdough

Although the featured vendor is based in L.A., the same principles could be relevant with any diligent, small bakery that's serious about their sourdough. Most commercial, widely distributed varieties are still a no-no, though.

Guide to Low Lactose Cheese

Foods Matter

This site has brought cheese back into my life to appease the stomach and soul.

Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gluten-free_beer