Gluten-Free Recipes

Favorite Things April 22, 2022

one of my favorite things is a big bouquet of pink and coral colored ranunculus flowers on my dining room table.

This a collection of things I'm loving right now. I've included recipes that are perfect for this season and some of my favorite things. Grab a cup of your favorite beverage and scroll through all the stuff I've enjoyed this week.

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Recipe Ideas For The Week

Gluten Free Taco Pasta Bake

Crispy Garlic Rosemary Smashed Potatoes

Gluten Free Vanilla Poke Cake

Stuff I Love

What I'm Reading - Honestly I haven't been reading lately. But, of course I've added books to my to-be-read list. I added I Guess I Live Here Now by Claire Ahn and Would You Rather by Allison Ashley this week. They both look really good!

What I'm Watching - We've been watching The Outlaws on Hulu. It's a funny British show with a bit of mystery about why each person is serving community service. We are really liking it and I'm looking forward to see how it ends.

What I'm Loving - I love 88 acres protein bars. They are made with clean ingredients and are gluten free. They just released a limited edition flavor, Chocolate Chip Blondie (it's so good). You can use the promo code: BLONDIE20 to get 20% the entire 88 acres site for a limited time.

What I Want - Target has a lot of their clean beauty 15% off for Earth Day. I want to try this Pacifica Brightening Face Wash and this Sally Hansen Pure Nail Polish in Pomegranate Punch.

New Women's Clothes at H&M

My Favorite Finds

I like to add a couple of new lip glosses for spring and summer. I like this Tarte Juicy Lip Creme or this Tarte Lip Plump.

Target just started adding their new home lines (I will have lots more next week). This basket is so pretty and would be perfect for blankets for cold evenings.

I also love this faux lemon wreath. It is just so summery and fresh looking!

I also like to add a couple of comfy dresses to my wardrobe for summer. I really like this cross back tank dress, this sleeveless crochet trim dress and this tank jumpsuit.

World Market just introduced the prettiest new citrus line for summer. I love this ceramic serving board, these citrus fruit glasses and citrus blossom loaf pan.

I love to keep lip balm in my purse, my desk and dresser. There are never too many lip balms! These cute In Full Bloom Lip Balms from Burt's Bees are on my shopping list.

Having a bunch of houseplants is one of my favorite things. This pretty glass watering globe would be so pretty in a houseplant pot!

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Crispy Garlic and Rosemary Smashed Potatoes

These Crispy Garlic and Rosemary Smashed Potatoes are a simple yet irresistible way to turn everyday potatoes into a standout side dish. Baked in the oven until golden and crisp, this smashed potatoes recipe delivers the perfect balance of crunchy edges and tender centers, infused with classic garlic rosemary flavor.

They're easy to make and feel elevated enough for special meals while still fitting into a busy weeknight routine.

a silver baking sheet of crispy garlic and rosemary smashed potatoes next to a bottle of olive oil and small white plates.

Perfect alongside just about any dinner, these crispy smashed potatoes are a dependable gluten free side everyone loves. The combination of roasted potatoes with fresh rosemary and garlic creates a cozy, comforting potato dish that's both familiar and exciting.

Whether you're looking for a perfect side dish or a new way to enjoy roasted potatoes, this recipe is one you'll come back to again and again.

I like to cook the potatoes in my instant pot on manual for 12 minutes. I let the steam release naturally and then let them cool so I can handle them. Then, I place the potatoes on a baking sheet and smash them down with a potato masher.

If you are looking for more potato dishes you might also like my Oven Baked Steak and Potato Kabobs, my Air Fryer Pesto Baby Potatoes, my Gluten Free Instant Pot Baked Potato Soup or my Gluten Free Sausage, Kale and Potato Skillet.

a baking sheet of crispy garlic and rosemary smashed potatoes with fresh sprigs of garlic.

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Ingredients

Instructions

Wash your potatoes in cold water.

Place the rack in your instant pot, pour 1 cup water into the bottom of the pot and place the potatoes inside. Seal the lid, making sure the steam valve is closed. On the manual setting cook the potatoes for 12 minutes. Let the steam release naturally and then take the lid off the instant pot and let the potatoes cool slightly.

If you don't have an instant pot boil the potatoes in a large pot on your stove top until they are tender. You can test them with a fork or knife to make sure they are cooked all the way through.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Once your potatoes are cool enough to work with place them on a baking sheet. Using a potato masher or fork smash the potatoes until they are approximately ¼ inch thick.

Place small pieces of butter on each potato. This is for flavor and not meant to grease the pan.

Divide the garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper between all the potatoes.

Pour the olive oil between the potatoes so they don't stick to the pan.

Place your baking sheet in your oven at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.

After 40 minutes change your oven setting to high broil. Watch the potatoes closely as they will get brown and get crispy quickly! Take the potatoes out when they have reached your desired crispiness. I like mine a dark golden brown on top.

If the potatoes seem a little dry mist or pour a little more olive oil over top of them.

I like to serve these smashed potatoes while they are still hot.

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Crispy Garlic and Rosemary Smashed Potatoes

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Author: Elaine VanVleck
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 10-12 potatoes 1x
Diet: Gluten Free

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This recipe for crispy garlic and rosemary smashed potatoes is easy to make with Yukon gold, red or russet potatoes. I like to cook my potatoes in the instant pot and then bake them in the oven until they are crispy. The cooked potatoes are mashed and then roasted.

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Instructions

Wash your potatoes in cold water.

If you don't have an instant pot boil the potatoes in a large pot on your stove top until they are tender. You can test them with a fork or knife to make sure they are cooked all the way through.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Once your potatoes are cool enough to work with place them on a baking sheet. Using a potato masher or fork smash the potatoes until they are approximately ¼ inch thick.

Place small pieces of butter on each potato. This is for flavor and not meant to grease the pan.

Divide the garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper between all the potatoes.

Pour the olive oil between the potatoes so they don't stick to the pan.

Place your baking sheet in your oven at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.

If the potatoes seem a little dry mist or pour a little more olive oil over top of them.

I like to serve these smashed potatoes while they are still hot.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Gluten Free

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between smashed potatoes and mashed potatoes?

Both smashed potatoes and mashed potatoes are made from cooked potatoes, but how they are prepared is very different. For smashed potatoes you smash them into about a ¼ inch thick patty on a baking sheet. For mashed potatoes you mash them until they are all combined together in a pot.

The flavor of smashed potatoes is different because they are roasted in the oven after being cooked. I think it gives them a sweeter, richer flavor.

What should I serve with smashed potatoes?

I like to serve these smashed potatoes with roast or steaks along with green beans. They are a perfect side dish for dinner or lunch. I'm a fan of having a smashed potato on its own for lunch. They are a great carb to serve with your meat and veggies.

Favorite Things April 15, 2022

one of my favorite things is a big bouquet of lavender lilacs for my dining room table.

I'm sharing my favorites from the Wayfair kitchen and dining sale. They have a lot of dinnerware and bake ware on sale! I'm also sharing my women's sandal picks from Target. They are buy one get one 50% off right now!

Wayfair's Kitchen & Dining Sale

Recipe Ideas for the Week

Gluten Free Million Dollar Cake

Gluten Free Scotch Eggs with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

Easy Pea Salad

Stuff I Love

What I'm Reading - I just started The Patron Saint of Second Chances by Christine Simon and I can already tell I'm going to like this book.

What I'm Watching - We watched two movie I love this week, Moonshot on HBO and The Adam Project on Netflix. Apparently I was on a space theme. I'm looking forward to starting the new series Julia on HBO about Julia Child.

What I'm Loving - It's been snowing here and so I've been freezing. So I got this brown wool blend cardigan I got at Gap back out. It's on super sale right now for $20!

What I Want - I've been looking at this new immersion blender by Drew Barrymore at Walmart. It's a four piece set for $30. I think all of the small appliances in this line are so pretty.

New Women's Sandals at Target

Shoes are buy one get one 50% off right now at Target. It's the perfect time to pick up a couple of pairs of cute new sandals for the warmer season.

My Favorite Finds

I want to try this new CeraVe Hydrating Face Toner. I'm always looking for products to combat my dry skin.

I'm loving the straight leg jeans that are everywhere this season. These trouser jeans and these straight leg jeans are both nice. Plus, they're both under $35!

These pull on linen shorts at H&M are stylish and they look super comfortable.

Speaking of H&M, I love this new mango wood pedestal bowl. It would be perfect with fruit on a countertop.

I've seen a few really cute women's jumpsuits that would be easy to dress up for weddings or dress down for barbecues. This wide leg sleeveless jumpsuit is pretty and this short sleeve sage jumpsuit looks really comfy.

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Gluten Free Scotch Eggs with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

This easy recipe for oven baked gluten free scotch eggs with honey mustard dipping sauce is made with boiled eggs, sausage and gluten free bread crumbs. The scotch eggs are delicious on their own, but the special sauce makes them even better. I used turkey sausage for mine, but you could also use pork sausage for a rich treat.

a blue floral plate with five scotch eggs next to a small white bowl of honey mustard dipping sauce.

For the recipe I split one pound of sausage into five equal sections. Then, I flatten the section in my hand as evenly as possible. I wrap the sausage around the boiled egg (with the shell removed) and make sure the entire outside of the egg is coated.

Next in a small bowl I have one egg that is beaten. I roll the sausage coated egg in the beaten egg and then roll it in the gluten free bread crumbs. Place the final product on a baking sheet or in a baking dish and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The outside will be browned and the sausage will be completely cooked when the scotch egg is done.

a white plate with a gluten free scotch egg cut in half next to a small white bowl of honey mustard dipping sauce.

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Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

In a small bowl mix the gluten free bread crumbs, salt and pepper.

In another small bowl lightly beat the egg for rolling the scotch eggs in.

Divide the pound of ground sausage into five portions. Take a portion and flatten it out evenly in your hand. Wrap the sausage patty around the egg until the entire surface of the egg is covered.

Roll the sausage wrapped egg in the beaten and egg and then the crumb mixture. Place on a baking sheet. Repeat this step four more times. Be sure to leave room between each egg so they cook evenly.

Bake the scotch eggs at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. The eggs will be browned and the juice around them will be clear or slightly browned when they are done.

While the scotch eggs are baking make the honey mustard dipping sauce. In a bowl or jar add the mayonnaise, mustard and honey. Using a whisk or immersion blender blend the ingredients together until smooth and combined. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

Let the scotch eggs cool slightly and then remove them from the baking sheet with a turner.

Serve them immediately warm with the dipping sauce or refrigerate them for at least 2 hours and serve cold with the dipping sauce.

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