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  1. love2travel
    I love that combo, too, but have not tried it with flax seeds (I love flax seeds). Also works very well with fresh figs. Alas - I can no longer have dairy but can dream about it... I enjoy infusing honey with different flavours such as a bit of ground chipotle or lavender or rosemary or citrus on my fruit.
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    Just thought of something else cute and fun. Someone mentioned jello jigglers which triggered my memory. For my Sunday School class I used to make blue jello in clear cups and when the jello was nearly set I inserted gummy worms and blue whales to replicate tiny aquariums. The kids loved it! You could even have your jello setting up and the kids could...
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    Distilled is a good thing in this situation. Like domesticactivist I have always made my own ketchups, mustards, etc. - from papaya to smoky chipotle to blueberry...lots of yummy combinations. Always an option if you want something a bit different!
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    You're not strange - there are some combinations that appear strange but make sense from a culinary standpoint (i.e. beef with chocolate). I always add chocolate to my chili con carne (akin to a mole sauce); I make a mean gorgonzola chocolate sauce for beef and potatoes; I brush bacon with maple syrup; make shrimp and chocolate mousse; I make blueberry gastrique...
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    Good question. Part of me would love to be trained to become the executive chef at a michelin-starred restaurant but there is no such thing in Canada plus most high-end restaurants are safe to eat at anyway. And being on my feet all day would kill me. Additionally, I would feel married to my restaurant and as I crave my freedom rather than going the restaurant...
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    In order to make blueberry jam or jelly you would not necessarily need gelatin as they have quite a lot of pectin anyway. Let me know if you want recipes - I make all sorts of jams, jellies, chutneys, relishes, syrups, etc. all the time. I make blueberry basil simple syrup, vinegars... Try boiling blueberries with some sugar for several minutes until thickened...
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    It is chilly today so the following is perfect: Traditional Provencale Daube (takes 48 hours to make but soooooo worth it!) Smashed Potatoes with Chives and Black Garlic (wanted to make Pommes Anna or Dauphinoise but as I cannot have dairy obviously will not work!) Ever-so-slightly Braised Carrot Ribbons with Lemon Vinaigrette Individual Lemon Souffles...
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    My fibro certainly has NOT improved whatsoever after going gluten-free. According to my recent bloodwork I am now negative (YAY!) so am doing very well avoiding gluten but as I have only been gluten-free six months perhaps I will notice a difference in my fibro later. I sure hope so - it can be debilitating.
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    OK - last night I said we were going Provencale today but that will have to wait until tomorrow because the Daube I am making takes 48 hours. So, tonight was: - Seared Brined Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Apricot Glaze - Lemongrass-Infused White Rice - Roasted Red Peppers with Bagna Cauda - Watermelon with Balsamic Tomorrow's meal will be more...
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    I am a book FANATIC! What genre do you like? My favourites are 18th and 19th century English lit. such as the Bronte sisters and Elizabeth Gaskell. "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall" by Anne Bronte is one of my favourites. It is fascinating and intense and fabulous if you are into Victorian-era stuff. I have also been reading Daphne DuMaurier - those books...
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    Do you like risotto? An herbed risotto would be lovely with piccata. You could even quickly fry up some capers just until they open and sprinkle on top (the flavour changes - sort of how garlic mellows when roasted). Or if you prefer regular rice perhaps cook it in carrot juice instead of water. Nice flavour and colour. I like to infuse rice water...
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    You take unpeeled potatoes (Yukon golds are the best due to their starch content), place on a large wooden spoon and slice very thin slices not all the way through. It looks sort of like an accordian. Then you insert yummy things between the slices such as bay leaves, pancetta, slivers of garlic, fresh thyme, etc. then drizzle with olive oil and roast....
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    Ditto. I would never, ever feel safe at a chain or fast food place. High-end places usually make their own stocks, marinades and so on and their sauces usually do not contain flour but rather are reductions, glazes, demi glaze, etc. They should be highlighting fresh, seasonal and local ingredients, not pre-made icky breaded stuff or chicken breasts seasoned...
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    In too much pain to cook today but tomorrow we plan to go Provencale. Will post menu in the morning - it is going to be great!
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    As far as celiac goes, my antibodies are now in the negative zone from being strictly gluten-free only five months! The number was 71; now it is 3.8 and anything below 7.0 is negative. That is amazing. However, I am nearly 100% certain I am lactose intolerant. Strangely enough, celiac is the least of my worries. My chronic pain and fibromyalgia and...
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    I make my own. You can, too, if you desire. A pasta maker does help but you can do without... Open Original Shared Link
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    Individual pavlovas would work - they are also beautiful and fun (not to mention delicious). Have you considered gourmet popsicles or granita? Homemade marshmallows are fun and kid friendly, too. They are cool toasted!
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    I feel your pain! Though I do not have Hashimoto's I have had insomnia for nearly 20 years but it has been even worse the past 3 1/2 years after an accident that has left me with severe chronic pain. The only thing that helps me after trying all there is on the market is Zopiclone, a prescription sleep aid. I have been on it for 12 years and have no dependence...
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    I so agree. My dietitian is brilliant - she creates awareness in the community, attends all the celiac association meetings, keeps updated constantly...she is who has given me the most information out of anyone (with the exception of this site). She is akin to a detective like those of us who live with celiac or gluten intolerance.
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    How about eggs? I often have eggs scrambled, in mushroom chive omelettes, poached, shirred, deviled... When we roast potatoes we do extra so I can use the leftovers to make myself all kinds of yummy things for breakfast including slicing potatoes and gluten-free sausage into a cast iron skillet and roast in the oven. Sprinkle with chives after (this...
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    I know Selkirk - I've been to the Scottish Borders several times. Absolutely breathtaking. I cannot imagine living in such sublime surroundings. Sometimes damage is visible to the naked eye - my doctor told me he wanted to wait until my biopsy results were back before he told me anything definitive. But I did not go gluten free for another two weeks...
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    You should be just fine. I just remembered that my sister had local and she found it an easy procedure (and she is squeamish). You're in Scotland? Where? I LOVE Scotland. It is in my blood.
  23. love2travel
    Sherry Lime Marinated Cherry Tomatoes (from my garden) Steamed Green Beans (my garden) with Shiitakes and Shallots Hasselback Potatoes with Roasted Garlic and Chives Grilled Sirloin with Crispy Capers, Lemons and Rosemary and Reduced Balsamic Glaze
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    Just keep in mind that there is a very high false negative possibility with bloodwork - up to 30% unfortunately. But false positives are virtually unheard of.
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    Welcome here! I had both the endoscopy and colonoscopy and it was easy peasy. The surgeon gave me a memory-erasing drug so the last thing I remember before going "out" was the tube coming towards me then the next thing I knew I was waking up in recovery with my husband holding my hand. My step father had one done and opted out of the drugs and said it...
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