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It’s the first day of March…I think I said the same thing at the beginning of February but I can’t believe how quickly the days go by.
Thank You!
Because of you, Simply Sugar & Gluten-Free (the book…) has been on Amazon’s best seller list in various categories since it came out, including gluten-free, sugar-free & diabetic, and food allergies. It’s a great feeling to see my book listed with the top gluten-free and allergy-friendly books out today. It wouldn’t be possible without your support.
Stop by Hallie Klecker’s blog, Daily Bites. She’s got an incredible review up of my book. I cried when I read it.
Last Week’s Healthier Highlights
Last week we had almost 80 healthy recipes with a little bit of everything – vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergy friendly to name a few.
- PB & J Bars from The Mommy Bowl
- Vegetarian Tofu Meatballs from Book of Yum
- Gluten-Free Brioche from Sugar & Spice in the Land of Sticks & Balls
- Allergy Free Chicken Fried Rice with Soy-Free Soy Sauce from Cybele Pascal
- Panna Cotta from The Deshlad Duo
Linking Up Guidelines: PLEASE Read!
- Please link back to this post so that your readers can find the recipes here.
- Link to your individual post, NOT your home page.
- Recipes DO NOT have to be sugar-free or gluten-free – just healthier in some way. The idea is to share our ideas and inspire each other in the kitchen.
- Please don’t link give-aways and book reviews without recipes or contests – the intent of this event is to compile recipes that give people options.
- ONLY ONE post per blog, please!
- (Optional) When you link, please tell us who you are and what you’re cooking. For example, I might enter:
Yeasted Buckwheat Pancakes (Amy @ Simply Sugar & Gluten Free)
PS – Brent, owner of Linky Tools, is currently installing an important upgrade on the server that holds the thumbnail images below. If it’s running slow, please be patient and come back. I’ll leave the Linky open until Sunday night so you have extra time to link up. Brent works really hard to avoid these glitches but sometimes it’s just not possible.
This linky list is now closed.
laxsupermom
posted on March 1, 2011 at 8:59 am
Thanks for featuring my brioche recipe! I’ve already seen traffic jump with the mention. This week I’ve linked up some sticky buns that use the brioche dough as it’s base. Thanks for hosting this party. I love seeing what everyone else brings to the party.
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:19 pm
@laxsupermom, Your brioche looks yummy. Wish you’d bring some my way.
Hugs!
Amy
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Denise @ Creative Kitchen
posted on March 1, 2011 at 9:18 am
Amy,
Congratulations on your book!! Love your blog!
Thanks for hosting this week. I’ve shared my Easy & Addictive Homemade Granola.
I don’t follow a gluten free diet, but I’m thinking that granola can be gluten free if using gluten-free oats right?
Denise @ Creative Kitchen
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:19 pm
@Denise @ Creative Kitchen, Yes, granola can be GF if made with GF oats. No need to link up a Gfree recipe – just as long as it’s healthier. We can all modify to our own needs.
Hugs & thanks for sharing!
Amy
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Cheri
posted on March 1, 2011 at 12:30 pm
I just wanted to know more about agave syrup. The recipes in your book use the ingredient, but I thought it was worse than high fructose corn syrup. Do you think it’s a healthy alternative to other sugars?
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:17 pm
@Cheri, It’s a totally different product than high fructose corn syrup. I have some links in my side bar you might want to explore –
http://wholelivingdaily.wholeliving.com/2010/07/agave-nectar-the-backlash-should-we-panic.html
I like it because it’s low glycemic and doesn’t leave me wanting more. If you’re eating a bottle a day, there’s a real problem. But if you have a normal portion of dessert once a day – and there’s many days I don’t have dessert – it’s just fine for me.
Hugs,
Amy
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Deanna
posted on March 1, 2011 at 1:16 pm
Thanks for featuring my recipe! Very much appreciated.
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:15 pm
@Deanna, I so appreciate your creativity, Deanna!
Hugs,
Amy
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Carol@easytobeglutenfree
posted on March 1, 2011 at 2:40 pm
Congratulations on your book! And thanks for hosting too!
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Alex@A Moderate Life
posted on March 1, 2011 at 3:32 pm
Hey Ames! Hope all is going well. It is finally sunny here but still not warm! Most of the snow has melted except for the 10 foot high banks! I am linking up a childhood favorite recipe for savory english minced meat that you can make gluten free by using cornstarch as the thickener! All the best and big hugs too! Alex
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:11 pm
@Alex@A Moderate Life, Wow…that’s a lot of snow. It was almost 70 in Dallas today.
I’ve never had minced meat but would love to try it. I know I can always count on you for a reliable recipe, too.
Hugs,
Amy
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Mama Kelly aka Jia
posted on March 1, 2011 at 3:34 pm
First time participant and I linked up my recipe for a vegetarian taco filling.
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:09 pm
@Mama Kelly aka Jia, Welcome, Mama Kelly! So glad to have you and your vegetarian taco filling. Please come back next week – would love to see what else has been rolling through your kitchen.
Hugs,
Amy
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Andrea (Andreas Kitchen)
posted on March 1, 2011 at 7:04 pm
Hi Amy! Congratulations on the success of your book!
This week I am sharing my recipe for GF Banana Walnut Cookies. I used cinnamon chips in them and I think it really took the flavor over the top!
Thanks for hosting! Andrea
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:09 pm
@Andrea (Andreas Kitchen), Thanks for linking up, Andrea. Banana, cinnamon, and walnuts are a favorite flavor combo of mine.
Hugs,
Amy
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Carla @ Gluten Free Recipe Box
posted on March 1, 2011 at 11:54 pm
Love your blog, Amy! I admire what you have accomplished. Congrats on your book and being on Amazon’s bestseller list! That is huge! I recently added a blog roll to my site and have listed yours. Very well done!
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:08 pm
@Carla @ Gluten Free Recipe Box, Thanks so much, Carla! It’s good to hear from you. I always appreciate your support.
Hugs,
Amy
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Selina@ Creative Juices Decor
posted on March 2, 2011 at 12:37 am
Ii just read Hallie’s review. She really did capture describing the type of person you are. Thank you for always thinking about others. It’s a very RARE quality to find in people anymore.
On another note, those banana oat bars have been marked as my first recipe to try….(ok along with some crockpot recipes)
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:07 pm
@Selina@ Creative Juices Decor, Thanks, Selina. Hallie is pretty amazing herself…she has a heart of gold. I love the crock pot recipes, too. So easy and still delicious.
Big hugs, my friend!
Amy
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Judy
posted on March 2, 2011 at 8:32 am
Created a delicious Thai Peanut Sauce for quick stir-fry or even to use as a dip. Thanks for hosting!
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Pat @ Elegantly, Gluten-Free
posted on March 2, 2011 at 12:43 pm
I linked some Green Chili Pulled Pork for the crockpot that I like served over Bean Burritos. With or without the burritos, it’s pretty easy, and pretty economical, too.
Thanks, Amy –
Pat
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Amy Reply:
March 2nd, 2011 at 10:06 pm
@Pat @ Elegantly, Gluten-Free, I always love a frugal recipe!
Thanks for linking up, Pat!
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