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Gluten Free magazine did a very interesting and in depth article on blue cheese. I am not good at summaries but the long and short is that there are some blue cheese dressings that are safe (that do not use bread as the starter). I eat Kraft and Marzetti's blue cheese.

Hez

I think Health Valley? makes a gluten-free version. The only problem is that none of the soups are condensed. Which if you are using for a recipe is a pain. Which is why I make my own. I get the same condensed thickness that I need. I use this recipe Open Original Shared Link

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My fear is that other resturants will find us too "difficult" and discontinue their gluten-free menu. My hope is that this is just a CYA statement and those people who have had good luck will continue to enjoy the place. I have never been since going gluten-free.

Hez

I was going through my living without magazine and noticed an ad for expandex-modified tapioca starch. I visited the website and thought this looked interesting.

It is supposed to create a better gluten-free baked good by improving texture. From the website it looks like they are trying to get manufacturers to use the product in their goods. They had links for consumers to buy the product as well plus a couple of recipes. Just wondering if anyone has tried it?

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I am trying not to get my hopes up. However, I really would love the freedom of travel, eating out and going to friends houses without the worry of being really sick.

Hez

If I was a gambler (which I am not) I would guess that the starch is from corn. However, you really need to call the company to make sure.

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I think I got this website from someone here I use this recipe to make cream of ? soup all the time. It is fairly quick and easy. Great substitute for casseroles.

Open Original Shared Link

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That sounds like my non celiac son when he was three! That little guy was an early riser which is tough because I am not a morning person How long is he napping for? Maybe shorten the nap and put him down a half hour later and see if that helps.

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In Estes Par there is an Italian place next to the river called Mama Rosa's (or something like that). I was able to eat a plain chicken and vegies there. They say they can substitute shredded zucini for pasta. However, upon further questioning I found out they boil the zuccini in the same water as the pasta. For the most part I thought they had a good handle on cc and gluten. My meal was somewhat plan but it was safe!

There is also an Italian place in Denver called Abrusici's (sp?) that has a gluten-free menu that is incredible! There are the normal chains outside of Boudler (they may also be in Boulder, just not sure) like PF Changs and Outback.

I find Deby's to be enjoyable because there is no possible cc.

Enjoy your trip!

Hez

That sucks, I love that rice! Thank you for posting the info.

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My experience is that vinegar is safe except for malt vinegar and a flavored apple vinegar from Heinz.

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I finally got a response. Not that it is helpful.

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Thank you for contacting General Mills about Cocoa Puffs and Trix cereals. We appreciate the time you have taken to share your comments and will forward them to our product teams.

We apologize for any disappointment.

Sincerely,

Jack Stone

General Mills

Consumer Services

I just had onion dip this last weekend with this stuff. I read the ingredients (clearly no wheat listed due to labeling law) and took a chance. I did not eat alot of it but it did not make me sick. There was not a warning for cc due to wheat. Maybe there is barley, rye or oats around the factory.

Hez

For me it took six months of not feeling better on the gluten-free diet. I then became very diligent about reading everything. It became a habit like washing hands before eating. It will become part of your life, just give it time.

Hez

This may be one of those "myths" that are out there but I thought when you heated peanut oil it somehow broke down and did not bother people with allergies. I never understood this so I always thought it was a "myth".

You do need a oil with a very high smoke point. When you season the wok you get it as hot as possible. I am sorry I could not be of more help. I always used peanut oil.

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Amy's also make a tomato soup, but it is not condensed. I recently tried the Pacific Foods? tomato soup and really liked it. Again it is not condensed.

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The onling company is www.glutenfreeoats.com. I eat the oatmeal on a regular basis and have had great luck. I had bloodwork done in the spring and it came back good. Keep in mind that some people react to oats.

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Have you kept a food diary? That might help to pin point a particular food. Have you gone through everything to make sure it is gluten-free? Glad to hear that the kitties are Another thing you might want to think about is having your thyroid checked. I know that can really mess things up. Just a thought.

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This is not going to be helpful, sorry I cannot remember the name of the gluten-free rice krispie like cereal. I know it says gluten-free on it and it is very similar to the real thing. I have used it numerous times to make treats and they turned out great. I am sure someone helpful will come along with the name!

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This is the company I use. I have really enjoyed adding oats back into my diet. I followed their directions on the website as to how to introduce oats into the diet. I went very slowly so I could figure out if it was a reaction to the oats or just an increase in fiber in my diet. I never had a problem. I had my bloodwork done in the spring and it looked great.

This was an easy decision (to eat oats) because I am the one with celiac. Is your son old enough to tell you if he gets a reaction?

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I love my chicken salad recipe. Unfortunatly it is not written down! I take some cut up chicken, mix with mayo and curry (this can be to your taste). Then throw in some walnuts, celery, green onion and grapes. I either put it over lettuce or eat on bread. Very tasty, now I have a craving!

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Wonderful news! Isn't life so great when you feel really good?

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I am so relieved to know that others have the same problem with crusty rice! I have a huge rice cooker but I have the same problem.

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When I checked over a year ago all Barcardi rums (including the flavors) are gluten-free. Captain Morgan's spiced rum is also gluten-free (heard from a fellow celiac at my support meeting). Enjoy!

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I have used Dove products for over a year and have had great luck. So, a year ago when I checked the products were clearly labeled, if it had gluten it would list it. I have not checked recently.

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