GlutenFreeSpot.com » Gluten Free Breakfast http://www.glutenfreespot.com Gluten free diets have never been easier! Reviews, Tips and Other First Hand Information Thu, 01 Apr 2010 23:38:37 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Gluten Free Recipe: Banana or Pumpkin Muffins http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2010/01/15/gluten-free-recipe-banana-or-pumpkin-muffins/ http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2010/01/15/gluten-free-recipe-banana-or-pumpkin-muffins/#comments Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:27:09 +0000 Eric http://www.glutenfreespot.com/?p=428 This recipe comes from Celiac.com’s Scott Adams. I think you will really enjoy these!

Making Gluten Free desserts is one of my favorite things to do. Finding new recipes is very exciting for me because it means I can try something new.

Here is the recipe:

Ingredients: 3 medium ripe Banana’s smashed or 9 ounces of pumpkin 1/3 [...]]]> This recipe comes from Celiac.com’s Scott Adams. I think you will really enjoy these!

Making Gluten Free desserts is one of my favorite things to do. Finding new recipes is very exciting for me because it means I can try something new.

Here is the recipe:

Ingredients:
3 medium ripe Banana’s smashed or 9 ounces of pumpkin
1/3 maple syrup
1 teaspoon GF vanilla (I use Frontier Alcohol-Free from Fair trade)

Directions:
Mix together and set aside.

Toppings- 1 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon. Mix together and set aside (place into shaker like salt or recycled pumpkin spice container).

Muffin Mix Ingredients:
2 cups gluten-free flour
1 teaspoon xanthan
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
2 table spoons buttermilk powder
2 eggs beaten
1/3 cup vegetable oil
½ cup water

Directions:
Combine all dry ingredients into a mixing bowl, make a well in the middle and add the wet, stir with a mixing spoon softly until combined–don’t stir just blend. Gently fold in bananas or pumpkin mixture with a knife until blended, then let rest for 7-10 minutes and fill foil cupcake papers and place on a cookie sheet (makes 13-15 muffins). Top with topping mixture and bake at 375F degrees for 10- 15 minutes or until done. Place on wire rack until cool.

Enjoy!

]]> http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2010/01/15/gluten-free-recipe-banana-or-pumpkin-muffins/feed/ 1 Betty Crocker, Chex…Who is Next? http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/11/11/betty-crocker-chex-who-is-next/ http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/11/11/betty-crocker-chex-who-is-next/#comments Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:27:07 +0000 Eric http://www.glutenfreespot.com/?p=274 Over the past few months I have seen 2 major companies expand to include Gluten Free products, Betty Crocker and Chex have both came out with new products that are Gluten Free and I could not be more pleased. It is safe to say that the rising awareness of Celiac Disease and Gluten [...]]]> Over the past few months I have seen 2 major companies expand to include Gluten Free products, Betty Crocker and Chex have both came out with new products that are Gluten Free and I could not be more pleased. It is safe to say that the rising awareness of Celiac Disease and Gluten Free diets are forcing these companies to come out with products so they can please the market. If these major companies are going Gluten Free one would think they other major companies would also to keep up and gain an edge over the competition. The main selling points for them I believe are:

  • Gluten Free diets are not a fad: Unlike many diets, people who follow a Gluten Free diet do it because it is necessary, not by choice.
  • Rising numbers: The amount of people following a Gluten Free diet is on the rise and the company that has the most to offer can gain a competitive advantage.
  • Competition from other major players: We already have quite a few Gluten Free brands, but now with Betty Crocker and Chex coming out with their products it wont take long before other companies jump on that avalanche and can start cashing in.

It makes sense for companies to make Gluten Free products. Not only will they please more people and gain loyal customers but they can make a lot of money on these products. Companies would need to have a facility dedicated to their GF products like Betty Crocker has stated on their box, it does not have to be as large as the other plants but in order to ensure no cross contamination and make their consumers feel safer they would need to have a seperate facility. The creation of a Gluten Free division would be feasible, and a sound move. What company do you think will be next to make a major splash in the Gluten Free pool?

]]> http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/11/11/betty-crocker-chex-who-is-next/feed/ 1 Benefits of Oats http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/10/20/benefits-of-oats/ http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/10/20/benefits-of-oats/#comments Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:11:00 +0000 Eric http://www.glutenfreespot.com/?p=213 A few weeks ago I did a product review on Bob’s Red Mill Rolled Oats and then a recipe for Oatmeal Cookies. I recently found an article that explains the health benefits of eating oats. I found the article on Health.Learninginfo.com. It goes into some good detail about oats and how they [...]]]> A few weeks ago I did a product review on Bob’s Red Mill Rolled Oats and then a recipe for Oatmeal Cookies. I recently found an article that explains the health benefits of eating oats. I found the article on Health.Learninginfo.com. It goes into some good detail about oats and how they can benefit the body. Recently I have been eating oatmeal nearly everyday, I am glad I found a breakfast that is both delicious and healthy for me. If you have not tried oatmeal or do not eat a lot, I would at least give it a shot.

According to the article and the American Cancer Society oatmeal can benefit the body simply because oats are a good source of soluble and insoluble fiber.

Here are 6 reasons why oats are good for your health:

1. Insoluble fiber’s reduce toxicity in certain bile acids.

2. Soluble fiber may reduce bad cholesterol.

3. Soluble fiber slows down the digestion of starch.

4. It has been found that those who eat more oats are less likely to develop heart disease.

5. The phytochemicals in oat may also have cancer-fighting properties.

6. Oats are a good source of many nutrients including vitamin E, zinc, selenium, copper, iron, manganese and magnesium. Oats are also a good source of protein.

Health Benefits of Oatmeal

]]> http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/10/20/benefits-of-oats/feed/ 0 Top 5 Gluten Free Breakfasts http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/10/09/top-5-gluten-free-breakfasts/ http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/10/09/top-5-gluten-free-breakfasts/#comments Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:08:08 +0000 Eric http://www.glutenfreespot.com/?p=166 I thought it would be cool to do a Top 5 list every now and again. I wanted to start out with breakfast. Breakfast is often said to be the most important meal of the day and you can indeed get a good meal without Gluten. Eating a good breakfast can make you more attentive, [...]]]> I thought it would be cool to do a Top 5 list every now and again. I wanted to start out with breakfast. Breakfast is often said to be the most important meal of the day and you can indeed get a good meal without Gluten. Eating a good breakfast can make you more attentive, maintain good health and it can be tasty. Even if you do not need to follow a Gluten Free diet you should still give your top 5 breakfasts.These do not have to be in any particular order. Here are my top 5 Gluten free Breakfasts.

1. Gluten Free Oatmeal : Top with some brown sugar and milk and you have a nice treat.

2. Gluten Free Van’s Waffles: Eating these with a little syrup leads to a good morning.

3. Cereal : Now with more choices than ever you are sure to find a cereal that you will enjoy.

4. Eggs and Bacon : An old favorite of mine, cannot go wrong here.

5. Bagel with Cream Cheese : Another good option for breakfast, tastes great also.

Those are my top 5 breakfasts. What are yours? Please share maybe we can all get new ideas!

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Preparation: Just followed the stovetop package directions but I made half of what the instructions said. I brought 1 cup of water to a boil with a dash of salt. Added .5 cups of rolled oats and reduced the heat, stirring on occasion. Cover and remove from heat for a few minutes and enjoy! I also added a little bit of vanilla soy milk and a couple spoons of brown sugar. Took about 7 minutes total.


Taste: A- Oatmeal does not have that much taste to it anyways but these were not bad, you can definitely make it taste the way you like it by adding brown sugar or applesauce or whatever you like.
Repeat buy: A  Oatmeal choices are limited but Bob’s has a great product and I will continue to purchase their rolled oats.
Bob’s Red Mill Rolled Oats, Whole Grain, 32-Ounce (Pack of 4)

]]> http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/09/28/product-review-bobs-red-mill-rolled-oats/feed/ 1 Article: Chex Expanding; More Gluten Free Options http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/09/21/article-chex-expanding-more-gluten-free-options/ http://www.glutenfreespot.com/2009/09/21/article-chex-expanding-more-gluten-free-options/#comments Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:02:36 +0000 Eric http://www.glutenfreespot.com/?p=44 In case you had not heard or noticed in your local grocery store, General Mill’s brand Chex has expanded its options to include more Gluten Free cereal. There is said to be 5 new choices Corn Chex, Honey Nut Chex, Chocolate Chex, Cinnamon Chex and Strawberry Chex).

This is very exciting because I know I [...]]]> In case you had not heard or noticed in your local grocery store, General Mill’s brand Chex has expanded its options to include more Gluten Free cereal. There is said to be 5 new choices Corn Chex, Honey Nut Chex, Chocolate Chex, Cinnamon Chex and Strawberry Chex).

This is very exciting because I know I have been limited in my cereal choices over the year, mainly sticking to coco and fruity pebbles and a couple other gluten free brands. The article mentions that “strong customer insight” was one of the catalysts for coming out with these new cereals. If we continue to give comments and tell companies there is a demand for gluten free products our options with continue to grow! Have you guys had a chance to try these? What kinds of Gluten Free cereals do you all enjoy to eat?

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