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Makes 12 to 16 fritters Free of: All top allergens and gluten-free. Note: This batter works equally well with zucchini or mushrooms. Excellent choice for guests who eat gluten-free. Ingredients 3 baby eggplants or 1 large regular eggplant, cut into 1⁄8-inch rounds 1 1⁄2 cups (375 mL) hot water 1 1⁄4 cups (310 mL) chickpea [...]

Makes 24 Free of: Gluten and all top allergens except sulphites (vinegar). Ingredients 12 fresh figs* 8 slices proscuitto (very thinly sliced) 1 cup (250 mL) balsamic vinegar Method Halve figs lengthwise. Cut each slice of prosciutto lengthwise into three strips. Wrap each fig half with a length of prosciutto and arrange on a platter. [...]

Makes 16 wedges Free of: All top allergens and gluten. Ingredients 4 7½-inch gluten-free, soft tortillas (such as Rudi’s plain tortillas) or regular tortillas (if not GF) 2 boneless duck breasts with skin 2 medium carrots, grated 1 bunch green onions, sliced 1 cup (250 mL) bean sprouts 1 cup (250 mL) fresh orange juice [...]

Makes Approximately 30 Free of: Gluten and top allergens, except optional soy. Ingredients 1 lb (0.450 kg) lean ground beef 1⁄2 cup (125 mL) water chestnuts, drained 1⁄4 cup (60 mL) green onion, chopped 1 tbsp (15 mL) fresh ginger, minced 1 tbsp (15 mL) chili sauce (such as sambal oelek*) 1 tbsp (15 mL) [...]

This allergen-free ice cream alternative base recipe, with the flavour choices that follow, is designed to be made in an ice cream maker. Developed by The Diva’s talented chef husband Ralf (yes, I am lucky), the frozen dessert has excellent texture and flavour, and uses inexpensive, easy-to-find ingredients. For best results, serve immediately after making. [...]

by Julie La Rochelle Guardian Angel Foods Yield: 30 cookies Free of: Top allergens except soy (margarine) and wheat. Cookie Ingredients 1 cup (250 mL) vegan margarine (e.g. Earth Balance or Nuvel) 2½ cups (300 g) flour 1 cup (125 g) icing sugar 4 tbsp (60 mL) soy beverage 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract [...]