all-star recipes…The Spicy RD

Hello there! I’m EA, aka The Spicy RD.
I’m delighted to be posting at Sarah Bakes Gluten Free Treats today, and honored
to be a part of this amazing and talented group of 2012 Gluten-Free All-Star Recipe bloggers.

A few tidbits about The Spicy RD

I’m a dietitian and mom of two, and have been eating
gluten-free for almost 6 years now, since I discovered gluten and other food
sensitivities were at the root of my symptoms from Sjogrens’ Syndrome and
Fibromyalgia {you can read more about my nutrition journey here}.  While the best part about eating gluten-free has been
feeling healthy, happy, pain-free, and full of energy again, a secondary
benefit has been re-discovering my love of cooking and baking.  Rather than feeling deprived on a
gluten-free diet, my diet is full of healthy and delicious variety, which is
what you will find on The Spicy RD blog where I share my {mostly} healthy,
{sometimes} indulgent recipes along with my other loves: family, travel,
fitness, and just plain old fun!

First, one of my Favorite
Recipes from 2012

Before I share my Spicy RD favorites from 2012, I’d love to
introduce you to one of my favorite bloggers, Melanie Flinn of Nutritious Eats,
and her deliciously healthy “dessert for breakfast”, Apple
Pie Baked Oatmeal.

Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal

Although not all of Melanie’s recipes are gluten-free, her Apple
Pie Baked Oatmeal is {if you use certified gluten-free oats}, and she and I share
a similar food philosophy, that’s based mostly on fresh wholesome foods, with
definite wiggle room for home baked treats!  If you like apples, oatmeal, and/or pie {not necessarily in
that order!} be sure and check out the recipe, which has become one of our
family favorites. It definitely goes without saying that my kids love eating
“pie” for breakfast!

 Spicy
RD 2012 Gluten-Free All-Star Recipes

Lemony Kale Pasta and
Pistachio Salad

I didn’t discover kale until a little over a year ago, but
ever since my discovery {and sub sequential love affair with kale!}, I have
made it my personal mission to get all my family, friends, and readers to try
it and enjoy it in any which way,
shape or form.  I think I have almost succeeded, but I have to
confess, my daughter is still a holdout. 
Whether you are on {or off}
the fence about kale, I urge you to try this favorite recipe of mine that made
my hubby a true kale believer! Click
here for the recipe.

 Fresh Apple Pie
Smoothie

Smoothies make a regular appearance in our household, and
what better way to have “pie” for breakfast {Ahem…Do you see a pie theme going
on here???} than in this wholesome whole fruit {leave the skin on for extra
nutrition!}, apple pie spiced smoothie.  Click
here for this most pinned Spicy RD smoothie recipe of 2012.

Rosemary Parmesan
Polenta Fries

A green thumb I am not, but I have copious amounts of fresh
rosemary thriving in my garden, and this all-time reader favorite recipe from
2012 makes for an absolutely delicious twist on the standard French Fry, plus,
it’s a great way to use up a wee bit
of my rosemary!  Click
here for the super easy, delicious recipe.

Thanks so much for reading, and I’d love to continue sharing
my easy, healthy, and delicious gluten-free recipes with you in 2013!  Check out The Spicy
RD blog here, and let’s connect on Facebook, Twitter, Google +, and Pinterest.  Wishing you and your families the
healthiest and happiest of holidays!