Maybe when it's called for in a recipe, or you just want to ramp up the flavor in a dish you can simply throw in a cube (or teaspoon) or two of commercial bouillon. That's great if that's how you roll. However, that's just not possible for someone who is allergic to the allium family (onions, garlic, shallots, leeks, chives, etc.). Besides the dehydrated onion and/or garlic found in every Continue reading
11 January 2013 
Rockin’ Chili & Tex-Mex Seasoning
January 11, 2013 by 5 Comments
If you haven't tried making your own seasoning blends...you should! My trying it developed mostly out of necessity, since so many contain onion and/or garlic powder. I also love the fact that I can control the ingredients, making things as healthy as possible. Did you know that those seasoning or "mix" envelopes generally contain tons of sodium and other things that aren't so good for you Continue reading
20 June 2012 
Easiest Cinnamon Raisin Bread Ever
June 20, 2012 by 3 Comments
I do not exaggerate. In my opinion the only thing that could possibly be easier is to buy a loaf. That’s pretty easy. BUT 1) you have to leave your house and burn expensive gasoline and 2) you are likely getting something with a reaaaaaaalllllyyyyy long list of ingredients one can only guess are preservatives and dough conditioners and maybe even {gasp} artificial flavors and Continue reading
21 February 2012 
Spicy Slow Cooker Chicken, 3 Ways
February 21, 2012 by 7 Comments
Chances are you have seen a version of this recipe on Pinterest or somewhere in blog land. Well it is quite easy, and here is my own onion-and-garlic-free version…which we managed to spread out and use 3 different ways {this fed 2-3 of us each time…obviously you can increase the quantities for a larger crowd}. Preparation & Way #1 Here are most of your ingredients {I decided to add a Continue reading
