Chris Cooks
Light & Healthy Easter Brunch
I tell myself that I'm not a brunch person. But what is brunch, but a late breakfast? And I'm definitely a late breakfast person so, I guess I am a brunch person. But particularly on holidays, when the brunch sets me up for the main meal coming later. My approach with brunch is simple. Keep […]
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March 19, 2023
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Cheese-less Potato Casserole - Grain & Dairy Free
Growing up in the Utah/Idaho corridor, "funeral potatoes" have been commonplace my entire life. Of course once people realized it was a bit of a dark name for such an amazing dish, many started calling it "cheesy potato casserole" instead. Whatever you call the dish, goodness sakes its hard to beat. Ruffled Baking Dish | […]
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March 12, 2023
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Chipotle Chicken Dip - Grain & Dairy Free | Chris Cooks
If I were a little more aware of what sports things happen when, I probably would have posted this a few weeks ago. But really, a good dip is always good. And this one is good. Free from grain, gluten, dairy, soy, egg - so creamy, a touch of spice, and lots of flavor. If […]
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March 5, 2023
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EPIC Tacos - Chicharron de Ribeye
This post is sponsored by EPIC Provisions. Use code CLJEPIC20 for 20% off everything on their site. I was introduced to Chicharron de Ribeye tacos by my brother-in-law, who is from Monterrey, Mexico. I had never heard of them before, but when he and I were out to dinner and saw them on the menu, […]
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January 29, 2023
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Chilled Glass Noodles with Peanut Sauce | Chris Cooks
In the world of grain-free eating, glass noodles are Heaven-sent. Not as a substitute, in my opinion. Meaning, I wouldn't necessarily suggest ladling a scoop of marinara over top with some Italian meatballs. But for the joy of eating a noodle, and an openness to try something new, this ingredients will quickly become a pantry […]
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January 15, 2023
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Caramelized Onion Frittata - Make-Ahead Breakfast | Chris Cooks
Christmas morning is always a blur at our house, and adding a holiday-worthy breakfast into the mix is a bit much. To keep it simple, every year I prep a frittata on the 23rd then just add eggs and bake Christmas morning. Ruffle Bakeware | Striped Dish Towel | Gold Flatware Frittata options are endless, […]
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December 11, 2022
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Swedish Meatballs (Free of Gluten, Grain & Dairy) | Chris Cooks
The first time I made this for my family, my daughter asked, "What's the difference between Swedish meatballs and Italian meatballs?" I thought for a few seconds and said, "Italian meatballs taste like summer, and Swedish meatballs taste like winter." Le Creuset Dutch Oven | Silverware | Wooden Spoon Obviously this is a gross generalization. […]
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December 4, 2022
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Dairy & Grain-Free Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Gravy | Chris Cooks
Growing up eating mashed potatoes, I didn't really know what I was eating - just that I loved it. Once food restrictions enter the picture, it's kind of mind blowing just how much butter and cream go into making a classic, creamy mashed potato. Add gravy, and you're almost always talking about some kind of […]
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November 6, 2022
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Baked Blueberries with Pancetta Pecan Crumble | Chris Cooks
If you look at most desserts, gluten and dairy are part of almost all of them. For your friends and family that may have food restrictions, this can feel a little isolating - I've seen it happen to Jules and our daughters countless times. And while they're always positive and good sports about it, it's […]
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October 16, 2022
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Gluten Free Meatloaf (Also Grain, Dairy & Egg Free) | Chris Cooks
Meatloaf is classically made with breadcrumbs (or milk-soaked bread if you're a bit extra), eggs, and often grated hard cheese of some kind. And when food allergies pop up, it can start to feel like you'll never enjoy the classics again. And while we still wait and hope for suitable replacements for some things (lookin' […]
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August 21, 2022
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Roasted Vegetable & Turkey Breakfast Hash | Meal Prep
For Jules and me, most mornings we see each other mostly in passing as she gets home for the gym and I'm rushing out to drop off our daughters. But whether or not you have kids starting school, we could all use a little more time in our mornings and this roasted vegetable breakfast hash […]
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August 14, 2022
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Sweet & Sour Shrimp (Grain & Gluten Free) | Chris Cooks
Asian food is tricky for a lot of food allergies, particularly grain & gluten. For example, sweet & sour sauce. Typically made with rice vinegar, thickened with corn starch, seasoned with soy sauce (which most often contains gluten). But with a few substitutions, this version hits all the highs without the dietary lows that can […]
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May 15, 2022
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Coconut Mango Breakfast Tart (grain, gluten, egg, & dairy free) | Chris Cooks
I recently had the honor of showing my parents around this new place we call home and it was a delight. Also a delight was making this coconut mango breakfast tart for my mom. Happy Mother's Day Mom! Patting myself on the back here, but this tart checks all the boxes of light, creamy, tart, […]
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May 8, 2022
Recipes
Paleo Fried Chicken Lettuce Wraps (gluten free, dairy free, egg free, grain free)
There aren't many foods I enjoy more than fried chicken, though it's obviously not so great for you. But what's life without a little give and take?! For example, batter the chicken, make it gluten/dairy/egg/grain free. Fry the chicken, but opt for lettuce wraps. Something I think gets lost among those of us without food […]
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March 7, 2021
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Winter Salad and Sweet Potato Dressing
Salad doesn't always feel "wintery" to me, but once the holidays pass and my body can't take anymore sugar, I just need something fresh. But I also like to eat seasonally, when I can. Serving Platter This Winter Salad features a lot of vegetables (root and otherwise), shaved super thin, and dressed in a sweet […]
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January 10, 2021
Recipes
Chris Cooks: Vegan Holiday Brittle
You know that friend with the dietary restrictions? Well guess what. They actually love treats! Of course they do - don't you? Food restrictions can be rough, especially during the holidays when you can't have all the things that maybe you used to. Or having kids with restrictions and wishing you could just give them something […]
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December 20, 2020
Recipes
Three Delicious Crab Dips (gluten, grain, and dairy free!)
Crab dip isn't inherently "holiday," but it's always just been that way for me growing up. I don't ever remember having it any other time of year, even though I love it so much. Now that our diets have shifted, I love taking old favorites and making versions our entire family can enjoy. And boy, […]
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December 13, 2020
Recipes
Turkey Sausage & Potato Soup (dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free)
There's something about a big bowl of soup on a cool day that just feels so right. And one of my wife's favorites has always been creamy potato soup. Of course the classic version is made with cream and milk, thickened with flour, amped up with bacon and topped with cheese. We're not doing dairy, […]
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October 11, 2020
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Grain & Dairy Free Peach Cobbler
Peaches are my favorite fruit. Hands down. And not in a "I'm saying it's my favorite because that's what this post is about" way. Literally - favorite fruit. And over the years I've fostered this love every fall by buying boxes of peaches, freezing them, and using them all within a month on making peach […]
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September 13, 2020
Recipes
Grilled Steak Tacos with Pickled Radish & Onions
Everyone loves a good taco, but if you really wanna blow some minds, add some sweet, pickled vegetables. And before you convince yourself it's too weird or would take too long, trust me when I say it's not and it doesn't. At all. Made exactly as I do them, these tacos are dairy free, grain/gluten […]
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May 31, 2020
