10 of Ben's Favorite Recipes - Gluten Free Recipes (2024)

Today is Ben’s and my 11 year wedding anniversary – holy moly, does time fly!

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Most people are surprised to learn that Ben and I have known each other since Kindergarten – we were in opposite corners of our class picture, ha! – though we didn’t start dating until the summer before our senior year in college. We ran around with the same group in high school but the stars didn’t align for our singles selves until that fateful summer when we reconnected at home before dating long distance at separate schools for a year. Three years later he got down on one knee and we’ve never looked back.

Ben and I are total opposites in so many ways. He is the hip hop to my 90s pop. The night owl to my early bird. The calm to my crazy. The messy to my tidy. The patient to my impulsive. The big picture to my small details. The cautious to my spontaneous. The extro to my intro. But, it works. I don’t know what I did in a previous life to deserve this caring, kind, supportive, wise, thoughtful, fun, insightful, hard-working, loving, and giving man, but it must have been something pretty epic.

Is marriage hard? HELL yes!!! But this guy makes it as easy as it can possibly be.

Ben’s the kind of person that saves you the last bite, never watches ahead in Netflix, and only throws a minor fit when you “fix” the garage door handle by accidentely gluing it on backwards with gorilla glue.

What can I say, he agreed to for better and for worse!

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Truly Ben makes me strive to be a better person every day. He is the first to help and give of whatever his family or friends need. Anyone who knows Ben would agree that he is the best of the best. I totally married up…which is what I remind myself of every time I have to pick up his socks from the bedroom floor.

I mean, the hamper is RIGHT there!

You don’t see Ben on the blog a lot because he hates attention, and having his picture taken, but IGE would not exist without him. He’s been my faithful taste tester, recipe tweaker, and cheerleader from day one. He also hates recognition and will undoubtedly hate this post, but here we are. ;)

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Not only is Ben the best husband on the planet (minus those socks,) but he’s also the best Dad. The best, best, BEST Dad.

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Fun, soft, patient and full of wisdom – these kids are incredibly lucky. Ugh!

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Cheers, my love, to 11 years down and many, MANY more years to go!

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In honor of my dear husband, and our 11 years of marriage, I thought it’d be fun to share 10 of Ben’s favorite recipes today. Probably should have made it 11 recipes but that seemingly obvious thought didn’t occur to me until just now, and we’ve already come too far.

Ben is an awesome cook – many of the recipes we both love and that I’m sharing below came from his brain – but since I work from home I do most of the day-to-day cooking. He takes care of us on the weekends when he has time to slow down and cook a stew, or throw a few racks of ribs or a brisket on the smoker (his favorite hobby,) but when it comes to dinner Monday – Friday, Mama’s in charge and these are the recipes he’s always glad to see on the menu. Spicy, crispy, comforting, and packed with flavor, maybe a few of these will become favorites of yours too!

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Spicy Shrimp Soup

In general, Ben isn’t a huge fan of soup but he makes exceptions for the two soup recipes in this list, including Spicy Shrimp Soup. Or should I sayespeciallyfor Spicy Shrimp Soup – maybe because he created the recipe! ;) This is one of the most popular recipes on IGE. Ben truly knocked it out of the park. Warming and spicy, filling and so flavorful, it’s such a treat. Super easy too.

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Smoked Sausage and Chicken Gumbo

Ben always requests that I make Smoked Sausage and Chicken Gumbo when his family comes into town. It’s a crowd-pleaser and just total comfort food. Having adored our travels to the south – Charleston, New Orleans (<< omg we were babies), and Savannah in particular – we love a good gumbo recipe!

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Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Another Ben original! I don’t think I would have ever thought to put chicken wings in the Air Fryer had Ben not randomly given it a go a couple months ago, but Air Fryer Chicken Wings are now one of our favorite guilty pleasures. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside – we can demolish several pounds of these babies if we put our minds to it!

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Gluten-Free Homestyle Chicken and Noodles

Ben is a comfort food fan and thus LOVES my Gluten-Free Homestyle Chicken and Noodles. You would never know these homemade egg noodles are gluten free. They’re thick, soft, and chewy, and thicken up this hearty, comforting dish. This is another recipe he requests I make for his family when they’re visiting.

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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls

If you read the post for my Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls, then you know Ben was my chief taste-tester while developing the recipe. This man ate more (bad) cinnamon rolls then I can count before I landed on the perfect recipe, which he still happily eats to this day. What can I say, no man, including Ben, can resist warm butter, sugar, and cinnamon.

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Ben’s Beef Stew

Are you sensing a theme here? Not only was Ben’s Beef Stew created by the man himself, but it’s also the epitome of comfort food. So many of you have cooked this dish since we posted it to the blog in 2013. It’s an IGE-reader favorite, which I’m think he secretly loves. ;)

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Kimchi Fried Rice

The first time I made Kimchi Fried Rice I used leftover chopped smoked ribs from one of Ben’s meat smoking sessions and it was off the CHAIN!!! Just a thought if you’ve got leftover smoked pork laying around, as one does. Using meat he’s smoked, or the store-bought smoked sausage I call for in the recipe, Ben is always happy when Kimchi Fried Rice is on the dinner menu.

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BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

I’ve been making Ben BBQ Chicken Quesadillas for 11 years now – ie our entire marriage. He never gets sick of them, which says a lot because the dude likes himself a little variety. They’re incredibly easy to make and the combination of chicken, BBQ sauce, cheese, and crispy tortilla is a match made in heaven.

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Triple Berry Crumb Bars

Ben has almost no taste for chocolate – except frozen Thin Mints and/or Twix Bars – preferring cheesecake with raspberry sauce, blueberry pie, or Triple Berry Crumb Bars for dessert instead. It is not uncommon to find him shoveling a bar or four into his mouth over the baking dish after making this easy dessert recipe!

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Easy Chicken and Rice Soup

Not only does Ben love my Easy Chicken and Rice Soup, but the little boys do too. It’s a family favorite and I make it often, especially because we always have the ingredients on hand. Lately I’ve been reducing the amount of chicken broth to make it more of a risotto / porridge consistency and oh my gosh, we all fight over the leftovers. so good!

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What is the best food for gluten-free guests? ›

Simple Gluten-free Menu Ideas Made with this week's sale items
  • Steamed Mussels in Tomato Broth. Or.
  • Flank Steak with Peach, Plum and Nectarine Salsa. with.
  • Balsamic and Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower. Brown or White Rice. Or.
  • Roasted Red Potatoes. Try some fresh cut fruit for dessert! [slideshow]

What do you cook for someone who is gluten-free? ›

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What meals are naturally gluten-free? ›

Many naturally gluten-free foods can be a part of a healthy diet:
  • Fruits and vegetables.
  • Beans, seeds, legumes and nuts in their natural, unprocessed forms.
  • Eggs.
  • Lean, nonprocessed meats, fish and poultry.
  • Most low-fat dairy products.

What can you have rice with? ›

Cook up a large batch of Minute® Instant Jasmine Rice and try out a few other Asian-inspired stir-ins:
  • Teriyaki, oyster or hoisin sauce.
  • Stir-fried, fresh or steamed veggies.
  • Chicken.
  • Shrimp.
  • Beef.
  • Tofu.
  • Ginger (ground or fresh)
  • Chili sauce such as sriracha or chili garlic sauce.

What do gluten-free people eat instead of bread? ›

Most corn, brown rice and quinoa are whole grains that can be used as substitutes for grains that contain gluten. There are also many packaged gluten free baking mixes, so try some to find your favorite. Many of these other grains can be effectively used as substitutes for bread.

What are the worst foods for celiac disease? ›

Foods to avoid with celiac disease
  • Cereals, breads, or other grain products that include wheat, rye, barley, or oats. ...
  • Processed cheese, cheese mixes, low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese, or sour cream.
  • Dairy products such as yogurt or ice cream that contain fillers or additives.
  • Canned soups or soup mixes.
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What to avoid when cooking gluten-free? ›

If You're Given the Green Light to Cook

When you're eating gluten-free, you must avoid the grains wheat, barley, rye, and most oats. This is tricky because these grains and ingredients made from them are included in many packaged products. But don't be afraid.

Is peanut butter gluten-free? ›

Living gluten-free can be a challenge. It's important to know that peanuts, peanut butter, peanut flour and peanut oil are considered naturally gluten-free foods. Gluten is a form of protein found in wheat, barley and rye (2).

What 9 foods are gluten-free? ›

Gluten-Free Foods
  • Fruits.
  • Vegetables.
  • Meat and poultry.
  • Fish and seafood.
  • Dairy.
  • Beans, legumes, and nuts.

What happens when you stop eating gluten? ›

Some people report feeling dizziness, nausea, extreme hunger and even anxiety and depression when they suddenly go from eating a lot of gluten to being gluten-free. These symptoms usually go away after a few weeks on a gluten-free diet, but talk to your health care provider if they persist.

What foods are surprisingly not gluten-free? ›

Here are some foods likely to contain gluten:
  • Beer, ale and lagers.
  • Bouillon cubes.
  • Brown rice syrup.
  • Candy.
  • Chips.
  • Communion wafers.
  • Couscous.
  • Deli meats.
Aug 7, 2020

What can I add to plain rice to make dinner? ›

Stir in Tasty Sauces

First, cook or heat your favorite rice variety, and then stir in your sauce. Examples to try: Tomato sauce, pesto, tzatziki, sriracha, cheese sauce and any other favorites. You can also try it with dips like hummus, pico de gallo, or guacamole.

What's the best thing to mix with rice? ›

Without changing the texture, broth gives your dish a pop of flavor. Chicken broth goes well with so many flavors; in fact, it's the most common liquid used, particularly for rice pilaf. For a fresh take on this traditional plate, try mixing in some fresh vegetables like in this refreshing Pico De Gallo Rice Pilaf.

What can I feed a gluten-free friend? ›

Naturally Gluten-Free Grains & Starches:
  • Rice.
  • Quinoa.
  • Millet.
  • Oats (use oats labeled "gluten-free," as oats are often cross-contaminated with wheat and barley)
  • Cassava/yuca.
  • Sorghum.
  • Teff.
  • Corn.
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What foods do gluten-free people eat? ›

Gluten-free foods (safe to eat)
  • most dairy products, such as cheese, butter and milk.
  • fruits and vegetables.
  • meat and fish (although not breaded or battered)
  • potatoes.
  • rice and rice noodles.
  • gluten-free flours, including rice, corn, soy and potato flour.

How do you cater for gluten intolerant guests? ›

How Do You Cater For Gluten-Intolerant Guests?
  1. Know Your Guests' Needs. ...
  2. Opt for a Japanese-Inspired Menu. ...
  3. Choose a Catering Company with Gluten-Free Options. ...
  4. Prepare Separate Utensils and Serving Plates. ...
  5. Label All Foods and Dishes Appropriately. ...
  6. Final Thoughts.

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