tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54159834261111431792024-03-12T23:53:21.443-04:00famfriendsfoodfamily, friends, food - focusing on gluten free and dairy free recipes everyone will enjoyPatsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.comBlogger833125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-15675189149443860212023-02-26T12:53:00.000-05:002023-02-26T12:53:26.408-05:00Gluten Free Granola Bars OAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from any qualifying purchase when you choose to use the links in my post. One of the convenience foods we used to always keep on hand were packaged granola bars. Unfortunately, our favorites had gluten in them which made them off limits since late 2020. When looking for replacements, there are a number of options that are tasty, but not only are theyPatsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-44659059469054498102023-02-18T14:45:00.001-05:002023-02-18T14:45:47.370-05:00Veggie Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette {Gluten Free, Dairy Free}As we continue to move through winter I begin to crave fresh flavors again. I bring my lunch to work most of the time, so having something healthy to grab on the way out in the morning is a big factor in doing this so often. This salad can easily be adapted to what you have on hand and your personal preferences for veggies. I love how bright and colorful it is with tomatoes, red onions, Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-11276788021638804202023-01-21T09:58:00.001-05:002023-01-21T13:44:38.586-05:00Celebration Sugar Cookies {Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free} Since we began eating a gluten free diet for health reasons, I've been working on adapting cookie recipes as time permits. I like to make them quite a few times before sharing to ensure I'm providing a solid recipe that anyone can prepare. Cookies are one of my favorite things to bake. I don't mind the measuring or weighing of ingredients. It's my time in the kitchen to listen to some music Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-14944709247957222532023-01-07T09:22:00.001-05:002023-01-07T09:28:54.393-05:00Crunchy Chicken in the Air Fryer {Gluten-free and Dairy-free}Do you have an air fryer? You may want to consider one because they offer an alternative to frying or baking foods and they are often faster. Initially, when we got our first air fryer we only used it for prepared frozen foods. This was before we changed our way of eating to exclude gluten, dairy and eggs. So, once we shifted the way we ate and I became more comfortable with this way of Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-86138693481089695162023-01-01T11:45:00.002-05:002023-01-01T11:46:45.337-05:00Beef Empanadas {Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free} Welcome to 2023! Nothing like a brand new year to share a new recipe that will be perfect for any party gathering or to enjoy during the rest of football season. I was inspired after using a gluten free, vegan pie crust recipe from Chef Alina to to make her chicken pot pie. I finally made my own empanadas. I've missed getting them from food trucks since I no longer eat gluten containing Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-54091099844014013472022-12-26T15:26:00.002-05:002022-12-26T15:27:49.639-05:00Buffalo Chicken Dip {Gluten Free, Dairy Free} Game Day Snacking As football season continues and even with a few more festive gatherings to come, Buffalo Chicken Dip is always a crowd pleaser. It was a favorite for us before we began chasing the way we eat, but with cream cheese or sour cream and usually ranch dressing, it's a no-go in that form for us these days. I did some searching and after compiling the best of a few different versions, came up withPatsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-66563837891201185862022-11-27T13:50:00.001-05:002022-11-27T13:50:30.943-05:00Sweet Sausage Bolognese {Recipe: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free}Everyone needs a simple meat sauce recipe that they can throw together within a relatively short period of time. This one takes about an hour and a half to make and I've been able to accomplish this on a work at home day by getting it started in the afternoon once I finish work and then letting it do it's thing until dinner time. It's full of flavor and you'll want to pair it with your Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-71040906486693137602022-02-21T15:39:00.000-05:002022-02-21T15:39:22.482-05:00Shrimp Jambalaya {Family Recipe} I first shared this recipe in my early days of blogging and when I when I couldn't locate my printed copy of it, I searched for it on my blog. When I saw the photos, I knew it was time to do a re-take and share this one again... I can't believe I first shared it back in 2008!
Now that Our Boys are older and their tastes have grown a bit, I did a little bit of tweaking to the originalPatsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-35832995104720860292022-02-08T18:53:00.001-05:002022-02-08T18:53:18.085-05:00Creamy Butternut Squash Soup: Gluten free, Dairy Free {recipe|}
Creamy Butternut Squash SoupMost of us are in the midst of winter and all that brings, even if where you live it's not freezing but still colder than usual. On those cold days, the best meal I can think of is a comforting soup. This Butternut Squash Soup is very easy to make and really comes together in about 30 minutes. If you don't have access to an immersion blender, you can blend the Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-31255525378649806632022-02-01T07:00:00.003-05:002022-02-01T07:00:00.175-05:00Gluten Free, Dairy Free Banana Pancakes {recipe}Gluten Free, Dairy Free Banana PancakesIf you've got a ripe banana and have a taste for pancakes, this simple recipe will cure that craving. This recipe uses gluten free flour with xanthum gum (I use King Arthur's Measure for Measure), no eggs and almond milk. You can use the dairy-free milk option that you prefer and they will turn out just fine. I have an older "griddler" that works Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-38169134235528353932022-01-06T19:19:00.000-05:002022-01-06T19:19:00.530-05:00Gluten Free Chili {recipe}For anyone who has not had to deal with gluten sensitivities or Celiac Disease, it may not have occurred to them that those handy seasoning packets that are used to make chili often have wheat or even dairy added to them. I've been reading labels much more closely for a little over a year now and it's brought to light just how many unnecessary ingredients are added to our food. For chili, Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-44713688935882460292022-01-01T15:49:00.000-05:002022-01-01T15:49:28.417-05:00Bolognese Pasta Sauce {Recipe: Gluten Free, Dairy Free}Famfriendsfood.com - Bolognese SauceHappy New Year! Wishing everyone a healthy and happy 2022 and that this year allows us all more time with those we love. I'm sharing a recipe that I received from our Italian exchange student's mom a few years ago. I had to adapt it a bit due to what we have available in the U.S. and it's been a family favorite ever since. It's naturally gluten and Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-49260649293788485542021-12-07T12:25:00.000-05:002021-12-07T12:25:25.838-05:00Snickerdoodle Cookies: Gluten Free, Dairy Free & Egg Free {Recipe}It's holiday cookie baking season, so that means I've got to adapt recipes I've been making for years to fit our dietary changes. This one was much easier to adapt than I anticipated and the cookies are much like the original version. Soft and cakes inside and plenty of cinnamon flavor in each bite. I hope you enjoy! Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe by: Patsy Kreitman Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-71053118244737457592021-11-29T19:07:00.000-05:002021-11-29T19:07:21.455-05:00Gluten Free, Dairy Free Thumbprint Cookies {recipe} I can't believe it's been a year since I last found time to share here. Well, let's see who is still hanging around. Since the last time I posted, we've embraced a gluten free and mostly dairy free way of eating. Due to one family member with allergies and another with Celiac, it was the easiest (haha!) way to cook for everyone. One of the things I most wanted to do is figure out new Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-34060980492967194122020-12-25T12:56:00.001-05:002023-01-08T07:39:50.421-05:00Potato Leek Soup {recipe} Dairy Free Chilly winter days call for comforting foods. I always crave something that is hearty and yet not so heavy I don't feel like doing anything else. I've always loved potato soup and my mom made a potato soup that was chunkier than what I've prepared here. I have fond memories of enjoying that soup at the end of the day growing up. These days, I'm searching for ways to add maximum flavor and Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-9266882235926230922020-12-17T11:28:00.001-05:002020-12-17T11:28:11.468-05:00Avocado Broccoli Slaw Chicken Salad {Recipe}I know... it's been awhile. I do appreciate anyone who still checks in to see what I've been making. The pandemic has certainly made my motivation to create go down over time. I had big plans to really jump start the blog with all kinds of new recipes... and then, I reverted to my stand-by recipes and most of those I've already shared or are "throw it together" meals with no real recipe attached Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-75618596823795194172020-05-24T11:06:00.003-04:002020-05-24T11:06:36.535-04:00Easy Cinnamon Challah {Recipe}
Easy Cinnamon Challah
Happy Memorial Day weekend! While we take time to remember those who gave their lives by protecting our country, I'm sure everyone will also be finding ways to spend time with family (while social distancing, of course).
Our weekend began with a rainy day, which lends itself well to trying new recipes and baking bread. My mother-in-law shared a recipe with me recently Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-75067616086758894452020-05-14T19:22:00.001-04:002020-05-14T19:22:31.608-04:00Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp {Recipe}
Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp
We are about 2 months into the stay-at-home order due to Covid-19. So, cooking at home on a regular basis can become a bit monotonous if you don't start looking for different ideas.
I typically use the frozen shrimp in my freezer for our family favorite, Shrimp Jambalaya. While I still enjoy that meal, I wanted something more fitting to the shift in seasons.
This Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-24477945782916234752020-05-07T19:40:00.002-04:002022-02-21T16:17:21.234-05:00Steakhouse Onion Hamburgers {Recipe}
There is nothing better than a juicy burger right off the grill, right? Even better is one full of flavor that doesn't require a lot of toppings to make it tasty.
I've been playing around with different combinations the last couple of months and came up with a mixture of sautéed onions, Worcestershire sauce and Penzey's Chicago Steak Seasoning blend. Nice thick, juicy burgers that are sure toPatsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-23660480083015239612020-04-26T14:58:00.001-04:002020-12-17T11:38:58.817-05:00Broccoli Salad (Recipe)
FamFriendsFood: Broccoli Salad
It's been quite awhile since I've had time to cook like I used to and with the stay-at-home orders, I've been back in action. What better time to get back to sharing recipes and seeing if anyone is still visiting my little space on the internet.
This salad can be sized up to feed a crowd, but as written is enough for about 4 half cup servings to go with your Patsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-68563286953500539552017-01-07T17:26:00.000-05:002019-02-03T13:14:09.695-05:00Bubble Waffles (a.k.a. Eggettes) There is nothing like something sweet to brighten a cold and snowy afternoon than a sweet treat like Bubble Waffles.
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With a new year and some new inspiration hitting me, I'm going to be adding some new posts... can't promise on the frequency since life has a way of delaying my writing over the past year.
That's not to say that some delicious food and photos haven't been taken. I've been sharing photos on my Instagram like the onePatsykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08367492604182158620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5415983426111143179.post-85894403639736277182016-10-01T14:36:00.001-04:002019-02-03T13:14:10.108-05:00Apple Picking & Fresh Apple Sauce {recipe}Fall is the perfect time to experiment with ways to use those apples you get from the orchard! Using them for fresh apple sauce is ideal and will keep your family begging for more.
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