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ARCHIVED Kinnikinnick English Muffins
MelindaLee replied to Diane-in-FL's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I usually get the Hamburger Bun, but grabbed the English Muffins by mistake. They actually tasted pretty much the same. Though I think I like the texture of the Hamburger buns better. I had an english muffin...gosh, I can't remember the name. It was in a cardboard box with no top, just like non gluten-free english muffins are. I think the variety... -
ARCHIVED Does Anyone Else Crave Tortilla Chips?
MelindaLee replied to beebee28's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
I don't see what is wrong with it...but, have you seen the Beanitos? They aren't bad and they are made from beans. -
I have made my own egg noodles for soup, but I have also used both Ancient harvest and Schars with great success. I also have frozen them in the soup with no issues. I like Schars' buns, but I think you might have to nuke them just a bit longer. I also really like Kinickinick's (not sure I spelled that right) Those you also have to nuke for about...
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ARCHIVED First Menstrual Period gluten-free, Feeling Aweful!
MelindaLee replied to possiblyglutensensitive's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I can't say I have checked into if my pads contain gluten...but I haven't had any issues with them. I suppose if someone is VERY sensitive it could cause issues...if there is gluten in them. It never ceases to amaze me where there is gluten...I just can't imagine why they would need it in pads... -
ARCHIVED When Will I Be Able To Cope With This?
MelindaLee replied to CJoy's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I went gluten-free in August 2010. I was pretty positive about the whole idea since I tend to be a "when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade" kind of person. But, even with this, and SUPERB support from my friends and family, I still get frustrated and depressed about being gluten-free at times. I remember college well...I can imagine it hits you... -
ARCHIVED Newly Dx'd Question
MelindaLee replied to Marc49's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I found Ancient Harvest pasta online at Amazon. It was a decent price and free shipping. I love the Van's waffles and Udi's Bagel. I think they are some of the best you will find. Hope you enjoy! -
ARCHIVED Having Good Luck With Real Foods Corn Thins
MelindaLee replied to Lynayah's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I just picked these up last week! We did a bit of grocery shopping and then headed to a basketball game. I took one with me and put a burger on top of it. (usually I eat a burger plain, but I get tired of that) It was surprisingly yummy. It was thin enough to not be overwhelming to the burger. I can imagine these in many uses! -
I get both spagetti and elbows from Ancient Harvest. They are very close to traditional wheat pastas. For pizza/bread I like gluten-free pantry's french bread and pizza crust. You can make the crust and freeze it as well. It works very good! I keep my heel of bread, dry it and freeze it for bread crumbs. I have seen canisters of bread crumbs in the...
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ARCHIVED Betty Crocker Yellow Cake Mix
MelindaLee replied to JulieMM's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
I'm confused. Did you buy cake mix or flour mix? I'm not sure if you can make pancakes from cake mix. I would think it would rise too much and be way too sweet. -
ARCHIVED First Menstrual Period gluten-free, Feeling Aweful!
MelindaLee replied to possiblyglutensensitive's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
My first two periods after going gluten-free were awful...like being a teenager again. It has settled down now even though it's only been 5 months. Hopefully yours will get better too! -
ARCHIVED Dealing With Psoriais...is It Because Of Gluten?
MelindaLee replied to justjacqueline's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I've had psoriasis as long as I can remember. I have been gluten-free since August and haven't noticed a bit change. I can't say that it has been a big problem, however, for most of my life. I would have occational flairs but most of the time, I pretty much have been able to ignore it. I am lucky and it is only on my scalp, and doesn't cause me many issues... -
My main symptom which cleared when I went gluten-free was joint pain. I was dx with arthritis and on medication for this. But, since going gluten-free all my joint pain is gone and I am off all of my meds. I can tell immediately if I get some gluten, as my joints will ache. Be careful with your diet, and make sure any suppliments you get are gluten free...
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Applebee's does okay around here...but they seem to equate gluten-free with no seasoning! I don't know if everything they have is premixed and not gluten-free or what. Expect everything plain there. I think I have gotten spoiled. Some of our local restaurants have gluten-free menus and do a good job with them.
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ARCHIVED Snyders Naturals
MelindaLee replied to GFreeMO's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I haven't tried the products you listed, but I LOVE their gluten-free pretzels! Many of my gluten eating friends prefer them as well! -
ARCHIVED Bob's Red Mill Pizza Crust
MelindaLee replied to Alison R's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
I haven't used Bob's, but when I use gluten-free pantry mix, I freeze or just refrigerate the unbaked part. (If it will be a couple days, refrigerating, is okay) I found that baked ahead of time, as with most gluten-free bakery it quickly goes to "cardboard". Freezing does help delay this, especially if you pop in the microwave for a few seconds before... -
ARCHIVED Splenda - Are You Using This Product?
MelindaLee replied to catarific's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I know plenty of non-celiac who cannot use any of the sugar substitutes. It wouldn't surprise me that we who do have more immuno or sensitivities would also have issues with this. -
ARCHIVED Gluten And Soy Free Italian Sausage
MelindaLee replied to TooManyHats's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I would go to the meat department at the grocery store and ask. My local grocery store has a list of their pre-made (marinated, etc) meats that are gluten-free. They will know best. I know that all Old Wisconsin products are labled gluten-free under the ingredient list. -
ARCHIVED Homemade Granola-Like Bars
MelindaLee replied to Trymester's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
Just to clarify...make sure it's the Quinoa flakes...you wouldn't cook those for this. (Think oatmeal...cooked, wouldn't work for bars...uncooked it would) -
ARCHIVED Baking Cookies Specifically Chocolate Chip
MelindaLee replied to Marlie's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
The superfine rice flour makes the cookies less grity. Here is the BEST gluten-free cookie recipe, EVER! (IMHO) Open Original Shared Link -
My sister finally went to be tested for celiac. I was dx in August, and I encouraged her to be tested as well. She has long avoided breads as she would get stomach pains and bloating. So, she went for the blood test and biopsy. The doctor has been less than helpful. He states she has "leisions" in her stomach and intestines. She called back 3 times...
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ARCHIVED Stomach Burn And Glutened
MelindaLee replied to kim307's topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
I had more heartburn once I went gluten-free, as I was eating more of the processed gluten-free foods. It did go away after a bit. I still get it back if I have gluten. -
ARCHIVED Healthy Choice Soup
MelindaLee posted a topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I noticed some Tomato Basil Soup from Healthy Choice the other day which didn't seem to have gluten ingredients. I contacted Healthy Choice and here is the responce I received. "Thank you for your email concerning our Healthy Choice -
ARCHIVED Found Rudi's gluten-free Bread
MelindaLee replied to MelindaLee's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
I totally agree. I was just amazed at how soft Rudi's is when I grilled it in a ham and cheese sandwich. It was like regular bread! I did not like it at all for a sandwich. I still prefer the Udi's that way. -
ARCHIVED Homemade Granola-Like Bars
MelindaLee replied to Trymester's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
I found the link...it wasn't too long ago. -
ARCHIVED Homemade Granola-Like Bars
MelindaLee replied to Trymester's topic in Gluten-Free Recipes & Cooking Tips
I saw a recipe with Quinoa Flakes used for "granola" bars.