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  1. DebbieInCanada
    As with any significantly life changing event - you will have to create a new "normal" for yourself. Like Mntdog says - create a new tradition where you have friends over into your "safe" environment to entertain. When your friends (and you) become more aware of your safe food choices, they can start to bring things as well to take all of responsibility...
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    I must post some clarifications on the statement that wheat has been genetically engineered to contain more gluten. Strictly speaking, it has not. It has been selectively bred to contain more gluten, much like beef and dairy cattle have been selectively bred to have stronger traits for beef or milk production. from Open Original Shared Link ...
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    There is a recipe for Gluten Free Perogies on recipezaar: Open Original Shared Link The dough has different ingredients than your recipe, and I haven't tried it (yet), but it might provide the sort of dough you are looking for. Debbie
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    As ArtGirl said, other foods could also be causing issues. For me, corn really affects my mood and energy, even more than gluten. I find that corn starch or corn syrup bring on exhaustion, sensitivity to noise and light, and inability to think clearly. Hope you can idenitify a safe diet - and get back into your life! Debbie
  5. DebbieInCanada
    First - sorry to report in my case that my corn sensitivity has never reduced, and I've been gluten-free for almost 10 years. As for the candy making - I add a 1/2 tsp or so of lemon juice to the sugar mixture. The corn syrup has a different sugar molecule, and doesn't crystallize as easily, so that is why a small amount is added to most candy recipes...
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    I did a google to confirm - Bailey's is made from Irish Whiskey, which is made from barley. So, depending on whether you believe the distilling gets rid of the gluten... I also did a google and found "Does Kahlua contain gluten?", which had a statement:
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    I also have a Zojirushi. I bought it at cooking.com. I've had it for over 2 years, and use it several times per week. I make gluten-free bread for myself and my Mom. And I have a second pan and paddles so I make regular bread for my DH and kids. The best features of this machine are the "regular" shaped pan with 2 paddles, so the loaf is normal shaped...
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    Hi. After I had been gluten-free for 8 to 10 months, my worst brain fog kicked in. All the symptoms mentioned by others - vertigo, lack of focus (dialling a phone number could be too difficult). I know what you mean about logging in - I hate when I get locked out of my bank account because I entered the wrong password too many times! At that time I...
  9. DebbieInCanada
    Sorry that your first few experiences with other people were so negative. Mine have not all been bad. Certainly there are some people who think you are just making it up (for the fun and expense of shopping for gluten-free food??). But there are other people who have their own friends and relatives with the same issues, and who will understand and support...
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    Lisa, Here is what I experienced - once I was gluten free for a period of time, I started getting those symptoms again. I did some more elimination from my diet, and found that corn was causing very similar symptoms to the gluten. Once I removed the corn products from my diet, I started feeling great again. So maybe something else is causing you to...
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    so, how did you do it? I get those errors too. Debbie
  12. DebbieInCanada
    Oh, I feel your pain. For me, it usually depends "how much" of the bad things I get. I'm intolerant of corn products as well, and corn will definitely make me throw up. Small contaminations usually only cause headache, cramps, and D, but a larger amount - well, you've been there. I learned the hard way, to read every label, every time. And search out...
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    Hi, Do you have info on the brand, and where to find the gluten free oatmeal? I haven't seen it at my stores, and would love to know more about it. Thanks! Debbie
  14. DebbieInCanada
    Try googling "making ice cream without an ice cream maker". There are several sites with info on how to do it. Debbie
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    My family tradition is to have either a sponge cake or a chiffon cake for birthdays. I find that both of these standard recipes convert well, and sponge and chiffon recipes are available in most standard cook books. I use an equal parts mixture of Bob's Red Mill Soy flour, sweet rice flour and tapioca starch to replace the flour. e.g. if the recipe calls...
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    I use this one from 125 Best gluten-free recipes (Washburn & Butt). I also double, and freeze one after first baking, to use at a later date. 3/4 c. Brown rice four 1/3 c. potato starch 1 tsp granulated sugar 1 1/2 tsp xanthan gum 1 1/2 tsp bread machine or instant yeast 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp dried oregano 3/4 c. water 1 tsp cider vinegar 1...
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    Just something to note - I found that after I was gluten-free for a while, I also noticed that I was reacting to corn products. So, my problem with corn isn't gluten related, but my body definitely does not like it. I use tapioca starch and rice flour for all of my thickening needs. Debbie
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    Hi. I've had my Zo for 2 years now. Love it. I bought it specifically to make gluten-free bread, since it has programmable settings. I programmed one of the memory settings for 20 min knead, 30 min rise, and 55 min bake. I turned off preheat, and both the second/third risings (they proof the dough for regular wheat dough, but don't do anything good to...
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