Introduction

As anyone who has tried to adapt to a world that is not geared toward gluten-free eating knows, a kitchen or a restaurant can be a treacherous experience, with dangers at every turn. Each ingredient and product must be scrutinized and analyzed, and a safe approach must be developed.

People who are gluten intolerant — among them, the millions who suffer from celiac disease and food allergies — know that they must read the labels on not only the obvious potential offenders but also foods that the uninitiated might not even think twice about. Staples like soy sauce, malt vinegar, some dairy products, and some brands of baking powder may contain gluten. The gluten-free diet involves totally eliminating the ingestion of all items containing the proteins found in wheat, rye, barley, and the many related grains. Before you turn to a gluten-free diet, make sure you see your physician and determine if eliminating gluten is right for you. Starting the diet without complete testing is not recommended and makes diagnosis later more difficult. Always be safe rather than sorry!

Fortunately, alternative ingredients from rice, corn, and other sources can be found in markets or ordered easily online. This makes it way easier to serve those who require a gluten-free lifestyle and help maintain their sanity, to develop a delicious and practical approach to dining while eliminating the elements that are detrimental to health or that may create adverse reactions.

We have gathered fifty recipes for those who enjoy the pleasures of everyday food and cooking and seek to create a well-balanced, tasty menu of delicious recipes for themselves, with some interesting and useful recipes to help you create a healthful diet.