Cheatin' Wheat Gluten Free Baking Blog

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toasted pecans
June 27, 2013
By lexie
A search on toasting nuts yields a lot of results. I find the "how to" is the easy part; it is convincing people to actually do it that is hard....Read more
scraping a vanilla bean
June 19, 2013
By lexie
Whoever said vanilla is boring "don't know beans" about this bean (pod actually). Vanilla is far from bland. In fact, it is one of the most complex flavors and aromas used in baking....Read more
vanilla seed
June 19, 2013
By lexie
You just paid $$$ for this moist, plump, slightly sticky, aromatic bean. Now what? How do you use it?...Read more
glasses of wine
June 18, 2013
By lexie
Wine has been an integral part of my diet for over 10 years. Although I am well over 21, it took culinary school to awaken this appreciation in me....Read more
June 08, 2013
By lexie
For me, a well-stocked, gluten free pantry means being able whip up a snack, treat or dinner without having to run to the grocery every time I want to cook....Read more