Thursday, June 2, 2011

Classic Allergy Free Waffles

My Husband recently acquired a Waffle Maker- perhaps after hearing me complain on how much I miss Waffles and that any store bought Waffles had ingredients I had a sensitivity to.

Since giving up 17 different foods, if I introduce just one of those items I get extremely ill and boy is that not fun.

Here is my Husband's recipe for Classic Allergy Free Waffles.

Classic Waffles:
2 Cups of Whole Spelt Flour (You can use Gluten Free Flour but be advised the waffle will then be extremely chewy)
1 tablespoon of sugar (or agave nectar)
1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum & corn free, soy free- it's easy just to make your own)
1/4 teaspoon o salt
1 3/4 of plain Almond Milk (if tolerated- if not use Coconut Milk or Rice Mik)
2 Eggs (or Egg Substitue such as Flax Gel or AppleSauce- see my other article on food substitutions)
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil (we use canola oil, coconut oil or walnut oil as most vegetable oils are actually made from soy)

Instructions:
Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in large bowl.
Whisk milk, eggs and oil in medium bowl.
Whisk milk mixture into dry ingredients just unil dry ingredients are thoroughly moistened.
Preheat waffle maker.
Pour 1 cup batter onto the center of the bottom grid.
Close top and flip waffle maker.
Bake until brown- about 4 minutes.

Serving Size: 4

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Allergies & Food Sensitivities

I read this great article at allergykids.com that I wanted to share with you here for anyone who have children with allergies.

Here is the link:
http://www.allergykids.com/uncategorized/food-allergies-food-sensitivities-what-you-need-to-know/

Enjoy the Article!
Best,
~Canella