December 11, 2008

So this is my first blog entry, and I want to make it special. First, I will share a little about myself. I was diagnosed gluten sensitive earlier this year. I did not go through the whole process of being tested for Celiac, but with the pain that I was feeling gluten sensitive was enough for me to stop eating gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley, and some oats. Soon after I was diagnosed we put my son on a Gluten free diet as well because he had the same symptoms as I did. However, he was also having seizures. Since he has been on the GF diet he hasn't had anymore seizures. Giving up Gluten has changed our lives. At first it was depressing. I couldn't find anything to replace the pasta that I had loved. I couldn't have yeast rolls, or pizza, or french toast. As a food lover my future with food looked pretty grim. After the initial shock had worn off, I buckled up my bootstraps and became focused on tackling the GF thing. :) I have tried many GF foods that stink, and I have spent tons of money on products just for the GF label. However, I have found a few tried and true products that are worth the money, and I have discovered some money saving tips. And the icing on the cake is I have been cooking some great food. Today I will post what I made for dinner and a recipe for it.

Macaroni Lasagna

1 box of Glutino GF macaroni noodles

1 jar of Great Value spaghetti sauce (found at Wal-Mart)

2 cups Great Value brand mozzarella cheese

2 tablespoons Great Value brand Parmesan cheese

1 lb hamburger meat

1) Cook macaroni noodles according to package directions.

2) Brown meat in a skillet, and add spaghetti sauce.

3) Drain Macaroni when done.

4) Layer in a 13 x 9 pan sauce, then noodles, then cheese, and repeat until all ingredients are used.

5) Bake in 350 F oven for 20 minutes.

Serve with a salad.

This is a great meal, and my children love it also. (Even the ones who can eat gluten)