Finding good gluten-free cookbooks is a big step towards successful gluten-free cooking. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it's a great time to scout out new cookbooks and try new gluten-free holiday recipes! Start at your local library and read the following reviews to find a cookbook that's right for you.
1. The Wheat-Free Cook by Jacqueline Mallorca
Harper Collins Publishers
Jacqueline Mallorca was James Beard's West Coast Assistant Editor, wrote the first Williams-Sonoma catalog, authored The Williams Sonoma Cookbook and was a food writer for the San Francisco Chronicle. Jacqueline, a Celiac and native of Scotland, uses her vast culinary experience to bring gluten free cooks a wonderful new collection of simple, rustic and healthy recipes. Gluten free Thanksgiving recipe ideas:
- Rich Cornbread Pie Crust
- Sausage and Chestnut Dressing
- Mushroom Stuffing
- Yeast-Raised Cornmeal Flatbread
- Spiced Apple Crumble
2. Gluten-Free Baking with The Culinary Institute of America - Richard Coppedge Jr.
Culinary Institute of American
Gluten-Free Baking with The Culinary Institute of America is authored by Richard J. Coppedge Jr., Certified Master Baker and Professor of Advanced Baking, a pioneer in promoting culinary awareness of Celiac disease and adapting classic recipes to gluten free baking.Gluten free Thanksgiving recipe ideas:
- Pumpkin Pie
- 3-2-1 Pie Dough
- Pumpkin Roll
- Pumpkin Bread
- Orange Cranberry Muffins
3. The Gluten-Free Nutrition Guide by Tricia Thompson, M.S., R.D.
Teri Lee Gruss
This book, written by a nutritionist that specializes in Celiac disease includes 50 healthy gluten free recipes- most contributed by nutritionists working at Celiac medical centers and support organizations throughout the United States. Gluten free Thanksgiving recipe ideas:
- Grandma's Indian Pudding
- Andrew's Pumpkin Muffins
- Cynthia's Cranberry Muffins
- Brown Rice, Kasha and Wild Rice Medley
4. Healthy Gluten-Free Cooking by Darina Allen and Rosemary Kearney
Teri Lee Gruss
Acclaimed Irish Chef Darina Allen and Chef, Instructor and Gluten Free Caterer Rosemary Kearney have been developing gluten free recipes and teaching gluten free courses at Ballymaloe Cookery School in County Cork, Ireland since 2000. Gluten free Thanksgiving recipe ideas:
- Ballymaloe Mince Pie with Irish Whiskey Cream
- Bubbly Cheddar Cheese and Cauliflower Gratin
- Yorkshire Pudding
- Rosemary's Sweet Pastry Dough
- Gluten Free Roux
5. Complete Gluten-Free Cookbook by Donna Washburn and Heather Butt
Teri Lee Gruss
Dr. Washburn and Dr. Butt are regular speakers at annual Celiac and Gluten Intolerance conferences. This passionate duo of Home Economists are on a mission to improve the nutritional quality of gluten free cooking, without sacrificing flavor.Gluten free Thanksgiving recipe ideas:
- Cranberry Walnut Quinoa Pilaf
- Mushroom and Sweet Potato Casserole
- Rich Dinner Rolls
- Pumpkin Spread
- Wild Rice Latkes
