It was bound to happen sooner or later. I mean, everyone needs a banana bread recipe in their baking repertoire. I've never gotten around to it, so I thought it was high time I got that sorted. I've said it before - I really love bananas in gluten-free baking. They're amazing. They add strength and elasticity as well as sweetness and a gorgeous taste. There's not much sugar in this banana … [Read more...]
Gluten-free Recipe: Cheesy Pumpkin Scrolls
It's no secret that I don't dabble in gluten-free bread recipe development. It's not because I don't like bread. Geez, I LOVE bread. With lashings of butter, of course. But, as I say, "stick to your strengths." I just don't have the right touch for bread making. I can chuck a bread packet mix in the bread maker. No problems with that. But if I'm not using a bread maker, it's a lost cause. So … [Read more...]
Gluten-free Recipe: Apple Slice with Crumble Topping
It's the Easter long weekend here in Australia the weather has just started feeling a little autumnal, although unbelievably I am still picking a few fresh figs. And we've just celebrated our eldest daughter's 11th birthday. It's amazing to think so much time has passed. It seems that just yesterday I was up to my elbows in nappies, bottles and baby talk. Now, in the blink of an eye, I'm … [Read more...]
Gluten-free Recipe: Lunchbox Nachos
No need to adjust your screen. You read it right: Lunchbox Nachos. Yes, it is indeed possible to send your kids to school with nachos in their lunchboxes. But be warned, you may find this recipe a little controversial for a couple of reasons. First, the salt content of the corn chips. Yes, okay, most corn chips wouldn't satisfy the healthy test for a school lunchbox, but if you avoid … [Read more...]
Gluten-free Recipe: Banana Breakfast Bars
It's been a few weeks since I've posted a recipe as I've been swamped with work. Kinda funny considering the kids (including my youngest) are now back at school and I have more time in my days. But that also means more ways to fill in that time and I seem to have had a huge amount of work to do lately. My plans to get the carpets cleaned, garage door repaired and piano tuned have all so far been … [Read more...]