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Chef Janet

So good, they'll never know it's gluten-free.

  • Gluten-Free Recipes
    • Appetizers and Snacks
    • Baked Goods
    • Breakfast
    • Dessert
    • Main Course
    • Salads
    • Sauces and Dressings
    • Side Dishes
    • Soup
    • Vegan
    • Vegetarian
  • Cooking Basics
  • Gluten-Free Diet Tips

About Me

When food allergies led me to become gluten-free more than 20 years ago, I was faced with limited gluten-free options. I missed many of my favorite foods and dishes. So I quickly started experimenting with making them gluten-free.

I was inspired to become a chef and learn more about cooking techniques. I studied Culinary Arts at Le Cordon Bleu College in 2010. I apply my culinary knowledge to create gluten-free dishes that rival your all your favorites and will satisfy even the fussiest eaters. I love to share my knowledge through customized cooking lessons.

close up of gluten-free blueberry muffins on wire rack. Blueberries scattered on left. White background.

Customized Cooking Lessons

I am a firm believer that cooking should not be complicated. Making your food taste great just takes a little know-how. See some examples of the gluten-free cooking lessons you might take with me. Once you understand how to balance flavors, season food and choose the right cooking method, cooking will feel so much easier. So I not only teach you how to follow a recipe, but I also give you the skills to become a better cook over all. My cooking tips posts will help you to develop some of these skills.

“Chef Janet! I loved your gluten free session at the online convention and it has put cooking into a different light for me. It has helped me immensely . . . I am truly grateful and know this will change the way I cook.“

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My Credentials

  • AA in Culinary Arts from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
  • ServSafeยฎ  Manager Certified (Food Safety and Sanitation Practices) with the National Restaurant Association
  • Masterโ€™s Degree in Education from UCLA
  • More than 30 years as a teacher in the corporate world, public elementary education and summer camps.

I combine my skills as a teacher and chef to design customized lessons that include easy gluten-free recipes and menus. I work with adults and kids alike. so let me know how I can help! See more details about some of the cooking lessons I teach.

I am also available to work with brands on recipe development and product testing. Please get in touch to make an inquiry,

TEN FUN FACTS ABOUT ME
*I was a competitive equestrian in hunter/jumpers for 35 years
*I am the director of a summer & winter horse camp
*I compete in dog agility trials with my 7 lb. chihuahua
*I don’t like bacon, I know you think I’m crazy
*I ‘m a sci-fi TV fan. Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, nerd level
*I was born in Brooklyn, NY but have lived in Los Angeles for 30+ years
*Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday because it’s just about the food
*Visiting a National Park is my perfect vacation-Sequoia is my fav
*I am a total figure skating fan. I don’t skate well though
*Pie is my favorite food

About Me
Hi, Welcome! I'm Chef Janet and I create gluten-free recipes that everyone will love, gluten-free or not.

Set up a customized lesson with me to learn basic cooking techniques, gluten-free, menu planning and kitchen tips to make your life easier. Follow me on instagram to keep up with my latest and let me know how I can help.

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This Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Cupcakes are super mo This Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Cupcakes are super moist and filled with warm spices. The recipe mixes up in one bowl for easy clean up. Full is recipe at chefjanetk.com.
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These Mini Gluten-Free Vanilla Cupcakes are the pe These Mini Gluten-Free Vanilla Cupcakes are the perfect two bite treat. Get the easy recipe, plus a mini chocolate cupcake recipe, at chefjanetk.com.
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These Peanut Butter Whiskey Cookies are the new fa These Peanut Butter Whiskey Cookies are the new favorite of my taste testers. They were begging for more the second they took the first bite. If you like sweets with your cocktail, then this is the cookie for you! Link to the brand new recipe in my profile.
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I found that the whiskey flavor faded a little bit in baking so I created a peanut butter whiskey icing to make sure that they taste boozy.
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Spring means berries, so get ready for new recipes Spring means berries, so get ready for new recipes with berries. These Gluten-Free Fresh Strawberry Muffins are first up! Link to the new recipe in my profile.
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I normally make my baked goods dairy-free too, but I wanted a buttery tasting muffin. So these muffins start with creamed butter and sugar for a muffin with a beautiful texture and flavor. I used Namaste Gluten-Free flour, but the recipe works well with other gluten-free flour blends.
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Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies with teff flour Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies with teff flour - straight from the oven are about as good as it gets. Get the recipe at chefjanetk.com
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These buttery Gluten-Free Drop Biscuits are my new These buttery Gluten-Free Drop Biscuits are my new favorite comfort food. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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The recipe includes real butter and buttermilk and just a few more simple ingredients. It is super easy and makes it to the oven in less than 10 minutes if you use a food processor.
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These Gluten-Free Raspberry Lemonade Cupcakes are These Gluten-Free Raspberry Lemonade Cupcakes are a sweet and tart spring treat. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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This recipe is super easy and mixes up in just a few minutes. I include tips for making sure that the raspberries don't all sink to the bottom. I top them with my vanilla buttercream frosting but they'd also be amazing with my pipeable cream cheese frosting.
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These Gluten-Free Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes combine These Gluten-Free Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes combine 2 of my favorite flavors. They are moist, fluffy and super easy to make. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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Top them with my vanilla buttercream frosting or tangy cream cheese frosting. Add a tiny bit of blueberry juice to either one for this pretty purple frosting.
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