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February 23, 2022 (last updated June 11, 2023)

No Tomato, Low Acid BBQ Sauce

Close up of jar of low acid BBQ sauce (tomato free) on wood board. Spoon above with sauce.

This recipe for low acid barbecue sauce uses a combination of low acid spices and sweetness with no tomato and no ketchup. The sauce is ready in less than ten minutes and can be used on chicken, beef, fish, pork…

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February 21, 2022

Low Acid Zucchini Ginger Soup

white bowl with low acid zucchini ginger soup. Sliced zucchini garnish and spoon on top. Wood board underneath with croutons and crumbs. White background.

This low acid soup recipe starts with a base of zucchini and flavors it with ginger and herbs for a creamy delicious soup that is dairy-free and vegan. For more low acid recipe, be sure to check out my no-tomato,…

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January 6, 2022 (last updated August 11, 2023)

Low Acid Salad Dressing with Tahini and Ginger

This low-acid salad dressing is inspired by Asian flavors of ginger and sesame. A jarred sesame tahini base and fresh grated ginger make for a creamy dressing that is ready in just 7 minutes. If you follow a low acid…

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December 29, 2020 (last updated November 29, 2022)

No Tomato, Low Acid Pasta Sauce

white bowl with spaghetti with low acid pasta sauce (butternut sqaush base) topped with grated Parmesan and basil leaves

This pasta sauce uses butternut squash and Italian herbs to mimic a traditional marinara sauce but without the acidity. Even though it is sweeter than tomatoes, butternut squash is a wonderful substitute. Add all the traditional herbs, spices and aromatics…

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This gluten-free blueberry crisp is made with fres This gluten-free blueberry crisp is made with fresh blueberries and topped with a cinnamon brown sugar topping with no oats. Oats can be tricky when you're gluten-free, so I prefer my crisp without them. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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These buttery cookies are gluten-free and melt in These buttery cookies are gluten-free and melt in your mouth. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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This gluten-free strawberry sheet cake is filled w This gluten-free strawberry sheet cake is filled with fresh strawberries in a strawberry swirl. It's the perfect dessert for a crowd on a spring or summer day. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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Simply take some fresh strawberries and whirl them in the food processor until they're finely chopped. Mix some into the batter and spread the rest between layers of batter to create a pretty swirl when you cut into the cake. 
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This Gluten-Free Lemon Bundt Cake is a dreamy good This Gluten-Free Lemon Bundt Cake is a dreamy good, sunny treat. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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This Gluten-Free Carrot Cake is fluffy, moist and This Gluten-Free Carrot Cake is fluffy, moist and packed with cinnamon spice goodness. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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I prefer my carrot cake with no crushed pineapple or nuts or raisins. I use a little applesauce to give it some fruity flavor but that's it. So if you're on team nut-free, raisin-free, this is the cake for you.
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Whether it's summer peach season or not you can ma Whether it's summer peach season or not you can make this gluten-free peach cobbler. The recipe includes instructions for fresh, frozen or canned peaches. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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This gluten-free chocolate mug cake is ready in ju This gluten-free chocolate mug cake is ready in just 5 minutes. When you want a cake just for yourself, it's the perfect recipe. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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Do you need a cake or cupcakes for a gluten-free b Do you need a cake or cupcakes for a gluten-free birthday celebration? I've got you covered with a blog post with 16 ideas for fun,  festive & yummy cakes and cupcakes.
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All are gluten free and many can be made dairy-free as well. Most use Measure for Measure flour from @kingarthurbaking.
1. GF Carrot Cake
2. GF Funfetti Cupcakes
3. GF Red Velvet Cake
4. GF Lemon Cake
5. Grain-Free Vanilla Almond Flour Cake
6. GF Vanilla Cake
7. GF Mini Cupcakes in Choc & Vanilla
8. GF Vanilla Cupcakes
9. GF Coconut Layer Cake
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Not pictured: GF Chocolate Orange Loaf Cake,
GF Chocolate Cupcakes, GF Apple Pie Cupcakes, GF Butternut Squash Cake, Gf Chocolate Mug Cake, GF Vanilla Snack Cake, and GF Carrot Cake Cupcakes.
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