Turkey: Classic Meatball (Gluten Free)

This is Part 2 of the Gluten Free Turkey Meatball request that be found on the Savor and Nourish Facebook Page. This one more closely resembles a classic meatball. Of course it's a bit healthier substituting the pork, veal, beef, and prosciutto with ground turkey.

Turkey: Asian Inspired Meatballs (Gluten Free)

 
I received my first request on the Savor and Nourish Facebook Page a few days ago! Yippee! The request was for some Gluten Free Turkey meatballs. So I did some research and tested two methods. I think you could also try a third method and just skip the breadcrumbs and milk without replacing them, but where's the fun in that? Besides I don't the texture would be quite the same.

The first method involved Gluten Free Bread and milk, but I'll talk more about that tomorrow. The second, and my preference, involved Gelatine and water. Gelatine is the same stuff that Jello is made of. The version used in this recipe is unflavored. It comes in little envelopes and is a fine granular texture. When added to water, it'll puff up a bit, or "bloom". When used in cooking, it'll hold things together without using breadcrumbs and milk!

I asked my non-gluten-free siblings to taste test this operation, and both recipes passed with flying colors.

Mini Post: Celery & Bleu Cheese Spread

My mom-in-law suggested Laughing Cow cheese as a low-cal spread or a cheese substitute for sandwiches. I found a Light Bleu Cheese version on sale for $2.50. I've had this in the fridge for a good week now. Today, I was working on my lunch idea and thought..."I should try this adorably packaged, 35 calorie cheese."

Verdict: It's amazing. Amazing!

So I spread some on celery and immediately had to share it with you!

Celery & Bleu Cheese Spread
(makes 1 serving)
(a whopping 55 calories)

2 celery stalks
1 Laughing Cow Light Bleu Cheese wedge
a pinch fresh cracked pepper

1. Wash and slice celery stalks as you wish.

2. Stuff with bleu cheese spread and sprinkle with pepper.

3. Enjoy!

Sweet Potatoes: Smoky & Spicy

Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite foods. My favorite way to cook them is by baking them in the oven. I literally eat them plain. We had taco night last night and I wanted a side to go with the tacos. I felt that plain sweet potatoes didn't quite match. But sweet potato with a little cumin and chilli powder sounded like a perfect pair for the tacos.

Pizza: Loaded Baked Potato

My husband and I met at UConn. We have so many fond memories of that place. One of our favorite foodie spots was (is) a place called Willington Pizza. They make, arguably, the. best. pizza. ever. My husband's hands-down favorite; Red Potato Pizza. It's an amazing creation. Take a delicious loaded baked potato... sour cream, green onions, broccoli, cheddar cheese, and bacon... and add an amazingly crispy thin pizza crust. Pure heaven. Of course, it's not exactly what I'd call health-food.

Tonight's mission, create a healthy version of the nostalgic potato pie.