I have yet to meet a child that does not love spaghetti and meatballs. Even though our family had to say goodbye to traditional pasta we still get to eat this favorite. I serve pasta with sauce once a week at my house, and I hope you will too. 2 lbs. ground beef (or you…
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Resources for Families with Food Sensitivities
Adopting a gluten-free and casein-free diet presents a challenge to most home cooks. Fortunately for us there are many web resources available, providing tons of information, advice, and yummy recipes to sample. Here are a few worth checking out: GFCF Diet: www.gfcfdiet.com –this online support group has an excellent directory, featuring support groups, lists of…
Shop with Special Diets in Mind
Gluten-free, peanut-free and dairy-free diets are somewhat common today. People and corporations are aware of these dietary restrictions, but it doesn’t necessarily make it any easier to avoid all of those unwanted (or dangerous) ingredient lists in packaged foods. When those allergies or reactions can be life-threatening, the effort involved in avoiding them is not…
I’ve Got My Hands In What?
Of the many things I want my children to experience and learn, planting and growing a garden is near the top of the list. For Ashley especially, a vegetable and herb garden represents a world of sensory experiences. The vibration of the tiller makes her whole body shake, and the ‘ah-ah-ah-ah-ah’ she voices makes her…
Recipe Remodel: Orange Olive Oil Cake
Many moons ago I stumbled upon a recipe for an orange olive oil cake. I was perusing the Food Network website looking for some sort of dessert inspiration, and this recipe caught my eye. I was strangely fascinated by the idea of a cake that had olive oil among its list of ingredients, so I…
Lovely Lemon Muffins
Now that we’ve got some kitchen basics down, it’s time to get baking! This recipe is one of my children’s favorites. These muffins are also easy to make, which makes them a favorite of mine too. Please note that if you’re not a big fan of lemon-poppy seed muffins, you can change this recipe up…
Moving On, Moving Forward
There have been so many thoughts swirling around in my head about what to share with you this week, but in the end I went with what was in my heart. In Pennsylvania, we have access to Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services through Medical Assistance. Having a behavior specialist consultant and therapeutic support staff has allowed…
Brave Hero and the Feeding Specialist
Most of us take our ability to eat for granted. For those with feeding issues, eating can be something to fear. Think about it. Getting that snickers bar from your mouth to your stomach requires you to: hold your breath…..actually swallow…..and protect your airway….. all at the same time. Add the dislike of flavors and…
A Letter To Our Occupational Therapist
Dear OT, My son absolutely can and does reach across midline, on a regular basis, spontaneously during regular play. Oh. You need proof, eh? Here is Parker bearing weight on his left hand while crossing his midline with his right hand to correctly place the puzzle piece. And the reverse: And, yes, my son can…
Preparing to Bake in Your GFCF Kitchen
Last week we started talking about stocking your GFCF Pantry. Part Two of my kitchen review includes things I use for baking and preparing things like waffles and pancakes. Please keep in mind that you don’t need to buy everything on this list. When I first started baking without gluten or casein I bought 5…