Blog — food allergies

“What can I bake that will be allergy-free so everyone can enjoy it?” Have you heard that question before? The person asking means well. Depending on the context, there may even be a legitimate answer that meets the needs of a very specific group of people. The problem comes when the question is asked in a more general context. Why? Because you’ll be hard pressed to find many foods that are truly and completely allergen free. Wait. What? Let’s back up a moment and revisit a few basic food allergy facts. Top 8 9 Allergens In the United States, the...

The stores are filling up with school supplies. Depending on where you’re reading this, school may already be back in session. Others of you are starting that familiar “how much summer can we squish into these remaining weeks” rush before you to slide back into the schoolyear routine. Whichever camp you’re in, now is the perfect time to stock your pantry and sort out your favorite recipes for lunchboxes and afterschool nibbling. The following list should get your creative cooking juices started. DIY Trail-Mix Sure, trail mix is one of those nightmarish snacks for folks with allergies with it’s traditional...

Welcome to the dog days of summer. The temperature rises. The humidity makes the air feel heavy. Venturing outside on a day like this may feel daunting unless you’re headed somewhere to sit poolside with a frozen treat in hand. Sounds good, right? If your family menu has to take food allergies into consideration, try these sweet, cool treats on for size. Dairy-Free Fudge Pops Milk allergies are no reason to forgo the classic fudge pop. Grab yourself your favorite popsicle mold and some popsicle sticks. In a blender or food processor, combine 2 ripe bananas, 2 cups of rice...

Light the grill, grab your tongs, and get ready to barbeque! Nothing says summer more than a meal cooked out on an open flame and served on plastic plates in your backyard (or at the campground!) Food allergies don’t have to keep you from enjoying this American pastime. From appetizers to desserts, the grill can be a great way to make scrumptious meals for your family, regardless the food restrictions you’re juggling. First Things First: Clean It Yes, food proteins can linger behind on the grates of a grill. Before you toss your meal on there, take a few minutes...