Busy Days

 It all started a few days ago, getting ready for Easter Sunday on News Channel 13.

It was a GREAT start to three days of living in the fast lane.

This morning Michael Moynihan, of O'Tooles Restaurant in Queensbury NY, and I had the privilege of being interviewed by Benita Zahn from News Channel 13 WNYT. We were very excited to talk about the first ever gluten free buffet in the area. The buffet will take place on April 2, 2013.

O'Tooles is the first restaurant in our area to complete the National Foundation For Celiac Awareness GREAT Kitchens Course. The Gluten Free Buffet is also The Glens Falls Regional and Saratoga Springs Celiac Support Group April meeting.

Mike took Benita on a VIP tour of the O'Tooles kitchen as she interviewed him. Mike and his staff even prepared their famous gluten free chicken parmesan from their gluten free menu.

Here is Benita Zahn's Health Report from tonight's 5:00pm news cast: Click Gluten Free Buffet http://wnyt.com/article/656/

On a side note, Benita is absolutely lovely and truly a sweet person. I thoroughly enjoyed her company.

Next, it was off for a quick cup of coffee on the way to the LOOKTV Studios to meet with David Storey.

It was great to see David again! David and I talked about the Gluten Free Buffet at O'Tooles too! He is genuinely excited about the event. You might even catch him at the bar, enjoying a gluten free beer and a bite tomorrow night.

Here is the interview with David Storey on LOOKTV 5:30pm News: http://www.looktvonline.com/gluten-free-for-dinner


As Benita reported the April 2, 2013, 6:00pm seating at O'Tooles Restaurant for the first Gluten Free Buffet has been sold out.

GOOD NEWS: We are holding a second seating for the Gluten Free Buffet at 7:15pm on April 2, 2013. Please RSVP by calling O'Tooles Restaurant      directly at (518)-793-3389 or by emailing glutenfreersvp@gmail.com

We hope to see you there tomorrow evening!!


Warmest Regards & Happy Cooking,



Amy
www.glutenfreewithamy.com
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Easter Brunch on News Channel 13

Thank you to everyone at News Channel 13 WNYT for your hospitality today! I thoroughly enjoyed cooking with Subrina Dhammi and Tim Drawbridge! My Mother, Pierre, and I had a lovely Easter, and we were happy that we spent the morning with you.

Subrina you were Fabulous today! Tim it is always a joy to see your smiling face, and you always make us laugh!

Here is a link to all of the recipes featured this morning and you can even watch our cooking segment! Subrina and Tim even created their own Yukon Gold Potato Nests! http://wnyt.com/article/stories/S2981538.shtml?cat=10127

Be sure to tune into LOOK NEWS to catch David Storey and I talking about the first gluten free buffet at the NFCA GREAT Kitchens Certified O'Tooles Restaurant in Queensbury, NY. Tune in tomorrow evening at 5:30pm to Channel 8 in the North Country and Channel 508 in Saratoga County.

Happy Easter and Passover Everyone!!

Warmest Regards & Happy Cooking,

 

 

 

Amy

www.glutenfreewithamy.com

Easter Brunch On WNYT NBC Albany



Look at those beautiful, juicy, red, dressed for Easter, strawberries!

Tim Drawbridge, Subrina Dhammi and I will be cooking a deliciously gluten free Easter Brunch and you are invited!!

Tune in tomorrow morning to see how it all comes together.

This Easter Brunch will be featuring Oscar's Smokehouse Ham, farm fresh eggs, roasted asparagus, an Easter Sunrise Cocktail and that's just the tip of the strawberry!

 The full recipes will be posted on www.wnyt.com  and on my facebook page.

Happy Easter and Happy Passover Everyone!!!!!

When: Sunday, March 31, 2013
Where: The Morning Today Show on WNYT News Channel 13 NBC Albany and www.wnyt.com
Time:  8:00am-9:00am

See you in the morning! Here are a few clues. 

Warmest Regards & Happy Cooking,

 

 

 

Amy

www.glutenfreewithamy.com

Affordably Gluten Free

"Affordably gluten free?" I know this is sounds like an oxymoron. However, Yes, you can make meals that are healthy, delicious, gluten free and that will fit into your budget!

This morning I was at my local Stewarts Shop, when hunger hit. Immediately options started flashing through my mind. I wanted something delicious, substantial and I only had a $5.00 bill on me.

I grabbed a dozen brown eggs, walked past the frozen food section and Ah Ha! Jones sausage patties! Perfect, delicious, certified gluten free and only $2.49. I cashed out and headed home.

I placed a small pot of water on high heat, added a touch of sea salt, and covered the pot.

A great product to keep on hand are frozen asparagus spears. I took out 4 frozen asparagus spears and placed in a dry stainless steel pan on medium heat. Add just a touch of water and one frozen Jones sausage patty.

Once the little pot of water was boiling, I quickly added a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and a raw egg. Almost immediately, I gently used a spoon to release the egg from the bottom of the pot. I cook a large egg for about 2 minutes.

If you indulge in this simple delicious meal, place the piping hot sausage patty and asparagus on your plate. Using a slotted spoon to remove the egg from the boiling water, and place on top of the sausage. Sprinkle dill on top and viola! Breakfast is served!

The total cost per person for this dish is just under $1.00! How does it all add up?

1 egg:                                        $0.19
1 Jones Sausage:                       $0.42
4 frozen asparagus spears:        $0.08
   sprinkle of dill                        $0.05

Total food cost per person:     $0.71         



Warmest Regards & Happy Cooking,



Amy

www.glutenfreewithamy.com

You Are Invited!!

To The First Gluten Free Buffet!!!

You Are Invited to the First Ever Gluten Free Buffet at the NFCA Gluten Free GREAT Certified O'Tooles Restaurant!

The Glens Falls and  Saratoga Celiac Support Group, O'Tooles and I are teaming up for our April meeting on April 2nd at 6:00pm. 

The buffet will offer a scrumptious appetizer, delicious main entrees, including O'Tooles famous gluten free Chicken Parmesan accompanied by gluten free toast points using NFCA GREAT Certified Saratoga Gluten Free Good's bread, and soda, coffee or tea. Come and enjoy GREAT gluten free food and lively conversation in a fun atmosphere.

The cost will be $20.00 per person which includes tax and gratuity. Dessert or alcoholic beverages will be available for an additional costs.

Be sure to reserve your place: RSVP by March 31, 2013. Please RSVP to glutenfreersvp@gmail.com

 

See you there!!

Warmest Regards & Happy Cooking,



Amy
Amy Rota-Poulin
Restaurant Liaison
Glens Falls and Saratoga Springs Regional Celiac Support Groups
www.glutenfreewithamy.com



O'Tooles Restaurant and Saratoga Gluten Free Goods
have completed the NFCA GREAT KITCHENS Course!

Happy Spring! Life has been happily busy. Since I last chatted with you, I have become an Affiliate of The National Foundation For Celiac Awareness, have opened a gluten free bakery (Amy's Gluten Free Bakery), getting the house ready for a summer of entertaining, preparing for hay season, creating new recipes, and have been busy filming episodes of Dinner at 8 on LOOK TV.

This is the most recent episode of Dinner at 8, get ready to fire up the grill! We also take you on a trip to one of my favorite hidden gems, The J.K Adams Kitchen Store. If you would like to go for a scenic drive, to a story book town, to a fabulous shop, I highly recommend J.K. Adams!

Enjoy the recipes! I promise I will post again soon! I hope all of you are enjoying this lovely spring weather with your friends and family, perhaps even over a deliciously grilled meal.

Warmest Regards & Happy Cooking,

Amy

Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! Say No to the Gluten Free Grinch!

Featured Recipe: Merry Berries

I hope you are enjoying this Holiday season! With all of the hustle and bustle I wanted to share with you easy delicious recipes, decorating tips, how to stay healthy while on the move and much more! Click Here to read my Holiday Newsletter. If you would like to receive new recipes and the Spring Newsletter be sure to join our mailing list.

 
This video below is my Christmas and Holiday Special from Dinner at 8 on LOOK TV. This episode is full of delicious meals, fun cocktails and a super simple yet elegant dessert perfect for the Holidays! Helpful tip: When the video starts to play make sure to rewind to the beginning.

For more recipes and episodes, be sure to tune into LOOK TV Channel 508 for Saratoga County, Channel 8 for Warren & Washington County.

Amy's Holiday Recipes:

 Merry Berries:

2 cups of fresh blackberries, gently rinsed

1 cup of fresh raspberries

2 cups of fresh strawberries, rinsed with stems removed

1/4 cup of premium real maple syrup

1/4 cup of Cointreau Liquor

1/4 cup of good rum

Cut strawberries into bite size pieces. Add all ingredients to a large bowl. Using a rubber or silicone baking spatula, gently fold all ingredients together.

Serve this simply super dessert in a glass layered between whip cream or serve layered with whip cream between your favorite gluten free crispy cookies!



Maple Whip Cream

Maple Whip Cream:

2 pints of premium heavy cream

1 1/2 teaspoons of good vanilla extract

1/4 cup of real maple syrup

Add heavy cream to a large bowl. Beat on high for 3-5 minutes or until the cream starts to become light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract. While continuing to beat the cream, slowly pour in maple syrup. When the whip cream is fluffy, you are ready to enjoy this true dessert delight! Enjoy!

From my family to yours, Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! Cheers to a Brilliant New Year!

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