I'm not sure who started this thread, but I've been following a gluten free diet for about 14 years. And I eat very well, thank you very much! (a little too well, based on the scale this morning LOL!) As far as cooking GF, you can't go wrong with the basics - fruits and veggies, grilled chicken, beef or fish (no breading of course!) and rice (not pilaf) or potatoes. Paz's famous shrimp recipe is GF and is to die for!
However, evil lurks in sauces, including most soy sauce, gravies and the like. Even most soup contains gluten (except Pacific Organic). Fresh herbs are fine, of course. Spices by McCormick are also GF. Beer is out, but wine is ok. (Thank God!) Distilled vinegar is not ok, but cider vinegar is. Although I pretty much avoid all vinegar. Basically, any grains except corn and rice are not ok. I'd be happy to look at any recipes or menus to tell you if they look ok. Also, for baking, look for any mixes by the Gluten Free Pantry (in a striped turquoise package.) Also anything by Belo is fine. BUT anything by Gillian (Jillian?) is NOT ok, even though they claim to be gluten free. Good luck! lots of love Anne
