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True, I don't like a soggy crust either But why doesnt a wheat crust get soggy --- you don't prebake a wheat crust....?

Uur pizzeria (and most, I think) don't prebake theirs. *hmmmmm..pondering.....*

Back before my pre-gluten-free days......I even pre-baked my gluteny crusts. So I dunno......I guess my technique is to pre-bake lol

-Jessica

It seems every pizza crust recipe I've seen, including the box mixes, require that after you spread the dough in the pan,

you need to pop it in the oven for 10 minutes, take it out, put on sauce, cheese, etc. and then put it back in the oven.

A local italian restautant knows our situation and takes great precaution when we bring a prepared gluten-free crust there for the kids. They take our pre-made crust and

apply the sauce and cheese for us. The owner always wonders why we prebake before we come -- his theory is that the sauce will just sit on top of the pizza this way,

instead of absorbing in the crust like in a wheat crust.

I have to admit, I don't know why this is necessary. Anyone know out there?

Thanks.

I bake mine because I like a crispy crust. I don't like the sauce to soak in and make it all soggy....just my 2 cents

-Jessica

I thought of a purple hammer.....so does that mean I'm only 1/2 abnormal? LOL

This is exactly what I was coming on here to ask. If a Mod feels it should be moved would the let me know? Sorry to threadjack just didnt see the need to start a new one with the same answer.

Nope, Mods do not let you know if we move a post. It would take WAY too much time to message each person to let them know where their posts are.

If you are ever "missing" a post just click on your name and go to "find all posts by this member" or "find all topics by this member". That will lead you directly to everything you have put onto the board.

-Jessica

Oh one more thing...here is the website for anyone who would like to look.

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Local Burger, in Lawrence KS, now serves their burgers on egg free, dairy free, gluten free rolls/buns!!

Olivia's Oven has started supplying the gluten-free goodies to the restaurant. And, it's a GOOD thing!!

Not to mention Hillary is such a sweet lady that owns the place!!

I didn't know that they now had gluten-free bread. Thanks for the heads up!! YEAH!

Just the thought of eating at a buffet makes me cringe..........what a haven for cross contamination!! NO thanks!!

-Jessica

These are just funny picture sites:

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Then love Open Original Shared Link for wierd news info.

i love Mrs. Leepers Beef Strognoff and Chicken Alfredo helpers.

i make them on Sunday so I can have an easy lunch all week at work.

BB

I also am a big fan of the Beef Stroganoff!! MMMmmmm It also freezes well for easy leftover dinners later.

-Jessica

Mr Food had a recipe on his segment/show today that was a flourless chocolate cake. He talked about how it would be great if you were allergic to wheat etc......way to go mr food!

Here is the recipe!

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Air Date: 3/30/2007

12 to 16 servings

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2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter plus extra for coating

1/4 cup sugar

1/4 cup water

1 teaspoon instant coffee granules

3 eggs

Whipped cream for topping

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Preheat the oven to 425

ok, now i'm jealous! i want Annalise to create something for me too! I will have to make a test batch of p. 37; thanks to both of you!

Let me know what you think!! I LOVE that cake!!

-Jessica

SORRY! MEANT TO POST THIS ON THE gluten-free DINING BOARD!

Remi- You did post it there (you aren't crazy), I merged your posts because this is the appropriate/best place for it. I hope you get some responses soon Good luck!!

-Jessica

What about prune juice and a box of depends.....just kidding

How about one of those kits where you can make the child's handprint into a stepping stone. Then you can put it out in your yard/garden. I know it's not very "manly" but.....it says "Daddy I love you" ha

-Jessica

Annalise created her white (butter) cake recipe for me. I was searching for a wedding cake type consistency and she worked and worked and worked and came up with that recipe for me!! She is such a sweetie. It is on page 37 of her cookbook.

It is AWESOME!!! I highly recommend it. My family (not gluten-free) begs for it at birthdays and special occasions.

-Jessica

Thanks for posting. I hadn't seen a new list in a few months!!

-Jessica

If we named him Gunther, we would call him Gunn or Gunny for a nickname. We have a very German last name, Guhl (pronounced ghoul, like the halloween type), so it's hard to find a good combination. I like the way Gunther sounds with Guhl.

I'm set on Annika for the girl. I want to call her Annie when she's little, then she can grow into Nikki, Nika, or Annika when she gets older. I think it sounds regal. I'm pretty sure it's a boy though. We'll find out at the ultrsound in a few weeks hopefully. There are just too many good boys names to choose from.

Here's our current list of possibilities:

Avery

Beckett (Beck)

Benjamin (Ben)

Dominick (Dom or Nick)

Donovan (Van) - my husband's name is Donald

Gavin

Cooper

Maxton (Max)

Olson (Ollie)

Oliver (Ollie)

Owen

Parker

Spencer

Trenton (Trent)

Trevor

Wilson (Will)

Zane

Decatur (Deke) - after our favorite street in New Orleans

Denton (Denny)

Dexter (Dex)

Silas

Grayson (Gray)

Mason (Mace)

Shane

Clayton (Clay)

Weston (Wes)

Carter

Noah

Garrett

Samson (Sam, Sammy)

Tobyn (Toby)

Xavier (Xavi)

Maddox (Max)

Russell (Russ)

Coleman (Cole)

Ryder

I know, I know, a lot of names, right? We just can't narrow it down from these. That's why we were considering going with the family name, Gunther (my late grandmother's maiden name, she was an artist), Henry (my husband's late grandfather) - Gunther Henry Guhl.

Benjamin (Ben) Ben Guhl Tiger........like Bengal tiger.......

Coleman (Cole) Coleman cooler

Just my thoughts

In reguards to Tropicana brand. They are sort of tricky to figure out. Last info that I have heard says that 100% juices from them are gluten-free.......if it isn't 100% then it is probably not. You might want to do a search of the board (put tropicana in the search box) and you will come up with tons of info. The most recent post on it that I found was here: Open Original Shared Link

Also, calling/writing the company is the best way to find out the status on a product. You can send them a quick e-mail. Let us know what you find out.

-Jessica

Whey is gluten-free? We only found out my daughter had celiac a few months ago, so I am still learing what is what...but her doctor's told me she could not eat whey because that would mean gluten.

I have been checking everything for whey, is that not right??? PLEASE help! And thanks!

Whey has nothing to do with gluten and everything to do with dairy. As far as the gluten free diet is concerned, whey is fine. Here is a definition for you, hope it helps to clear things up

-Jessica

Whey or milk plasma is the liquid remaining after milk has been curdled and strained; it is a by-product of the manufacture of cheese or casein and has several commercial uses. Whey is used to produce ricotta and gjetost cheeses and many other products for human consumption. It is also an additive in many processed foods, including breads, crackers and commercial pastry, and an animal feed. Whey proteins primarily consist of α-lactalbumin and β-lactoglobulin. Depending on the method of manufacture, whey may also contain glycomacropeptides (GMP).

The whey protein separated from this mixture is often sold as a nutritional supplement. Such supplements are especially popular in the sport of bodybuilding. Liquid whey contains lactose, vitamins, and minerals along with traces of fat. Researchers at Lund University in Sweden discovered that whey appears to stimulate insulin release. Writing in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition [1] they also discovered that whey supplements can help regulate and reduce spikes in blood sugar levels among people with type 2 diabetes by increasing Insulin secretion.

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I am quietly mourning my Hawks loss last night....boooooo hoooo!!

the buckeyes barely escaped with a W.. but that's what the tourney's about.. gotta finish the deal... Xavier got a little tentative down the stretch and missed some key free throws... and gotta give credit to Lewis or whoever hit that big 3 from the top of the key to tie the game at the end of regulation..

texas A&M vs. Memphis should be a good game tomorrow... and I'd like to see the Salukis give Kansas a run for their money though I don't think it's gonna be all that close...

I (along with most college hoops fans) was hoping to see Texas vs UNC but unfortunately Texas got bounced by USC... UNC vs. Georgetown could still be a pretty good game if both teams win this round..

What in the world is a Saluki anyways!?!?!

I made these for my daughter's birthday party and they were a big hit with the guests. Its a taste of home recipe.

1 package (14 ounces) kraft caramels

2 tablespoons water

2 tablespoons butter

2 cups coarsely chopped pecans

4 ounces white chocolate chips

4 ounces semisweet chocolate chips

Im a microwave safe bowl combine caramels, water, and butter. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 to 3 1/2 minutes stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in pecans.

Drop by tablespoonfulls onto greased baking sheets. Freeze for 15-20 minutes or until set.

In a microwave safe bowl microwave chocolates uncovered for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 15 seconds; stir until smooth. Dip caramel clusters in chocolate; place on waxed paper lined baking sheets. Chill until firm.

Yield: 2 lbs

Sounds super easy and tasty!! Did you do two seperate chocolates....like you had white clusters and then regular chocolate clusters or did you mix the chips? Just curious.

-Jessica

Jessica--

What a beautiful kitty!

Thank you!! He is such a brat! ha I found him under my porch and bottle fed him because his "birth mom" abandoned him Two years later he is just as bratty as when I found him! ha He makes me laugh.........yesterday he was quite upset because he didn't get breakfast (his food was one of the recalled foods). I had to run out and buy new food!!

-Jessica

You can find the list of recalled cat and dog foods here: Open Original Shared Link

Hope that helps.

-Jessica

Rock Chalk Jayhawks!! We play Thursday night. However, I am hoping that Grey's isn't a new one Thursday night....otherwise I will be SO torn.........watch greys or watch KU?!?!

Here is the Frito-Lay gluten-free list. It was last updated in December, so if these are NEW, they might not show up on the list. You would probably need to call. The 1-800 number is at the bottom of the list

Products Not Containing Gluten

Last updated December 14, 2006

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