Quinoa is making a comeback as a “wonder grain.” Before going gluten free, most people have never heard of quinoa. But, once you embrace the gluten-free lifestyle, you should learn more about this amazing grain.

Quinoa is an ancient grain that has been grown in South America for thousands of years and was called the “gold of the Incas.” The grain resembles millet and has a bitter protective saponin coating that protects the grain from being eaten by birds and insects.

These flavors blend beautifully together to make an elegant meal for a gathering.  The recipe is so easy to prepare that you can make it any night of the week. 

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 pound chicken tenders
2 Tablespoons gluten free chutney
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
6 dried apricots, cut into thin strips
2 Tablespoons chopped cilantro

To Prepare

Prepare the quinoa according to the package.

When you think of chia seeds do you think of those chia pets that they sell during the holidays?  Well think again!  Chia seeds are a nutritious way to add fiber and Omega 3's to your gluten-free diet. 

Comfort foods bring special meaning to the holiday season.  There is nothing better than a comfort food that is quick and easy to make.  Enjoy Life Foods has created an easy recipe for Apple Cobbler that contains no wheat, gluten, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, soy, dairy or shellfish.  This recipe is perfect for anyone that loves apple cobbler and a real treat for those with food allergies.

"Can't Get Enough Apple" Cobbler

General Mills has jumped on the gluten-free band wagon expanding their gluten-free product lines.  Just this past year, they provided the community with Betty Crocker cake mixes, Chex cereals and even Halloween candies that were clearly labeled "gluten free" on the box.

You can see the entire list of gluten-free products offered by General Mills at their new website www.liveglutenfreely.com. 

Looking for chocolates this holiday?  Fannie May Candies offers a wide selection of products that are gluten free.   According to Sales and Service Professional, Melanie Fernandez, the following items are gluten-free.

Fannie May Gluten-Free Candies
(As of November 2009)
All English Toffee Candy Bars
All solid chocolate novelties hostess mints
Apricot Bon Bon Irish Toffee
Apricot Cream Ivory and Chocolate Bark

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