I created this vegetarian mushroom bolognese recipe in partnership with SmartMade™. Thanks as always for supporting the brands that make this site, and my Italian grandma ways, possible. When I applied to a study abroad program in Rome for ... Continue Reading about Vegetarian Harissa Mushroom Bolognese with Creamy Coconut Polenta
Halloween
Whether you’re going the creepy route or simply looking for some festive orange for your table, I have all the gluten-free Halloween recipes for you! Even if you hit the candy hard, it helps to start with some healthy dinner recipes first. You can start with buffalo cauliflower bites (they kind of look like little brains?) or vegan veggie nuggets to offset the sugar. These Gluten-Free Chicken Meatballs in a “bloody” tomato sauce perfectly balance the ick and yum factor! And if you’re skipping the candy all together, check out these homemade gluten-free dessert recipes!
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars
When I quit my day job to pursue a career in food, it was the climax of the recession. Leeman brothers had just collapsed. My friends were getting laid off left and right. And even my parents, who as freelancers had never received a consistent ... Continue Reading about No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Easy 5-Ingredient Matcha Panna Cotta with Muddled Raspberries
I’m reaching the final stretch of my elimination diet, which that means desserts like these matcha panna cotta cups are just around the corner. But having the finish line in sight just made last night’s finger food spread that much more ... Continue Reading about Easy 5-Ingredient Matcha Panna Cotta with Muddled Raspberries
Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Sriracha Aioli Dipping Sauce (Video)
Things are getting real over here in bookland. You may recall my coffee shop ugly cry from a few weeks ago, when I finally handed in the acknowledgments section along with the copyedited manuscript. Well, that has been followed by a gentle and ... Continue Reading about Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Sriracha Aioli Dipping Sauce (Video)
Slow Cooker Lentil Chili with Black Beans, Pumpkin, and Kale
One of the first blog posts I ever wrote, way back in 2008, was about chili. In a cozy corner of my 4th floor walk-up, I had hatched the idea to challenge my friend Keith to a chili cook-off. No doubt wine or beer was involved, which had made both ... Continue Reading about Slow Cooker Lentil Chili with Black Beans, Pumpkin, and Kale
Paleo “Ramen” Burgers with Parsnip Noodle Buns
We gluten-free folk aren’t ones for food trends. (Unless, of course, said trend is going gluten-free). Usually the latest and greatest craze involves something ridiculously carby and delicious that makes me want to cry into my soggy slices of ... Continue Reading about Paleo “Ramen” Burgers with Parsnip Noodle Buns
Vegan Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Ginger
Last year, my idea to execution ratio was dismal. I had so much planned for the blog, and followed through on very little of it. Among the notebook scrawlings and mid-subway ride sticky notes started: a beginner’s guide to organ meats (they ... Continue Reading about Vegan Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Ginger
Spinach Balls with Sunflower Seeds, Manchego and Turmeric Honey Yogurt (Gluten-Free)
Blogging is such a different ball game than it was when I started in 2008, from the dark corner of my corporate cubicle I launched my first site on a whim. It was supposed to chronicle the high high’s and low lows of entertaining friends in a ... Continue Reading about Spinach Balls with Sunflower Seeds, Manchego and Turmeric Honey Yogurt (Gluten-Free)
Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Cookies with Buckwheat
The holiday season breeds FOMO like a virus. And the condition worsens if you happen to also catch an actual virus, forcing you to leave your friend’s holiday party early or not attend at all. Such was the case for Charlie on Saturday night. Now ... Continue Reading about Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Cookies with Buckwheat
Red Curry Sweet Potato-Cauliflower Soup + Eating My Birthday Feelings
This sweet potato cauliflower soup has been with me through a lot in the last few days. It filled my anxious, hopeful stomach on Monday night (covered with an H-shaped hemp seed logo) as Charlie and I made a plan to go to the polls together. It ... Continue Reading about Red Curry Sweet Potato-Cauliflower Soup + Eating My Birthday Feelings
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Tart with Mexican Chocolate-Almond Crust
This gluten-free pumpkin tart recipe is sponsored by Whole Earth Sweetener Co. All opinions are my own (duh). Thank you for supporting the brands that make this site (and my low sugar dessert cravings) possible! I am a very ... Continue Reading about Gluten-Free Pumpkin Tart with Mexican Chocolate-Almond Crust
Massaged Kale Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash, Crispy Scallions and Sweet Chili Dressing
After the last week (er, month?) of Halloween candy, I’m guessing we could all use a marinated kale salad recipe right about now. I was the Demogorgon who stole Halloween this year, and am embarrassed to say that I didn’t even manage to secure ... Continue Reading about Massaged Kale Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash, Crispy Scallions and Sweet Chili Dressing
Sheet Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Squash, Black-Eyed Peas and Mustard Sauce
I didn’t think it was possible to feel full from half a dozen oysters, but that was before I went down to The Big Easy. It was only my second visit to New Orleans. The first was right after Katrina, and much of the city was still recovering. So ... Continue Reading about Sheet Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Squash, Black-Eyed Peas and Mustard Sauce
Masala-Style Baked Eggs in Purgatory
Every culture has their spin on a baked egg recipe smothered in tomato sauce. The simplest one, as often is the case, comes from the Italians. It involves the usual suspects: garlic, upon garlic—frizzled in hot oil until golden brown—and a dangerous ... Continue Reading about Masala-Style Baked Eggs in Purgatory
Greek Lasagna with Lamb, Fennel and Chard (Gluten-Free)
This Greek Lasagna recipe is sponsored by Prego Farmers’ Market. All opinions are my own (duh). Thank you for supporting the brands that make this site (and my global casserole cravings) possible! I did a lot of special things on my trip to ... Continue Reading about Greek Lasagna with Lamb, Fennel and Chard (Gluten-Free)
Honey-Lime Baked Chicken Wings with Tequila Chipotle Glaze
This easy baked chicken wings recipe is sponsored by Altos Tequila. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this site (and my personal fiestas) possible! I’m a firm believer that wing night is not ... Continue Reading about Honey-Lime Baked Chicken Wings with Tequila Chipotle Glaze
Baked Mexican Eggplant Parmesan with Gluten-Free Tortilla Crust
When you begin cohabitating, it doesn’t take long for your little quirks to come to light. Which, is a polite way of saying: the things that annoy the shit out of your roommate. Mine involve never refilling our Soma water pitcher and ... Continue Reading about Baked Mexican Eggplant Parmesan with Gluten-Free Tortilla Crust
3-Ingredient Hearts of Palm and Bacon Bites
Between the July 4th holiday, and the fact that I am currently in the air en route to Vegas (pray for me), it's been a short and hectic week here at FMP headquarters. I put a lot of my guts on the table this past Wednesday, and if you made it through ... Continue Reading about 3-Ingredient Hearts of Palm and Bacon Bites
5-Ingredient Za’atar Roasted Beet Toasts + Belated April Confessions
I completely failed you on my April confessions. So before we get into this simple 5-ingredient roasted beet recipe, let me quickly bring you up to speed. The main thing I wanted to recap was the #SpringPantryPurge! Holy moly, it was so amazing to ... Continue Reading about 5-Ingredient Za’atar Roasted Beet Toasts + Belated April Confessions
Horchata White Chocolate Bark with Almonds and Cinnamon
Cinco de Mayo is nearly upon us, my healthy hedonists!! I know you’ve likely already lined up your margarita and taco offerings. So I’m going to use my 11th hour holiday PSA to talk about a much overlooked fiesta course: dessert. Specifically, this ... Continue Reading about Horchata White Chocolate Bark with Almonds and Cinnamon
Raspberry Lime Rickey Margaritas
Last week was my four year blogiversary, and if it hadn’t been for facebook, the occasion would have drifted by, completely forgotten. Isn’t that the truest sign you’re getting older? For the last three blog birthdays, I’ve celebrated by feeding you ... Continue Reading about Raspberry Lime Rickey Margaritas
Vegan Black Sesame Milkshakes
My sweet tooth wasn’t fully eradicated by the vice detox during the dark, sugar-free days of 2015. Yes, I’ve been better about not picking up half a dozen over-priced French macaroons on my way home from the dentist. Which thanks to my contrary ... Continue Reading about Vegan Black Sesame Milkshakes
Easy Spanish Paella with Saffron, Merguez and Chard
This post is sponsored by the Culinary Collective, makers of the artisan ingredients behind this Spanish Paella Recipe. As with all opinions on this site, I only give my endorsement when genuine. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this ... Continue Reading about Easy Spanish Paella with Saffron, Merguez and Chard
Easy Chicken Tikka Masala Meatballs (Gluten-Free)
I used to have a serious chicken tikka masala addiction. But it’s one of those dishes that once I learned the recipe (i.e. how much heavy cream went into that luscious tomato sauce) I couldn’t quite carry on life as usual, ignoring the likely cause ... Continue Reading about Easy Chicken Tikka Masala Meatballs (Gluten-Free)