Taste of Spring

April showers bring May flowers, and give the farmer's land a much needed drink. The rainy days that bring in the Spring can be made a bit more welcoming with a bright flavorful meal!

Tonight I am making one of my favorite spring inspired dishes, Roasted Asparagus and Shrimp with Lemon Herb Spaghetti. The recipe is simple, the meal memorable, and the taste inspired by Spring.




Roasted Asparagus and Shrimp with Lemon Herb Spaghetti:

1 pound of gluten free pasta, I use Tinkyada.

1 pound of asparagus

4 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion, diced

8 cloves of garlic, diced

8 ounces of organic grape tomatoes, rinsed 

2 packed cups of organic baby kale

1 pound of shrimp, shelled and cleaned with tails left on (I am using 51/60 count shrimp)

1 organic lemon, juice and zest

Ground Himalayan or Sea Salt and ground pepper to taste 

water

1 tablespoon fresh thyme

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, roughly chopped

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with tinfoil. Wash and dry asparagus. Cut 2-3 inches off the ends of the asparagus. Place asparagus on the tinfoil lined baking sheet and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, freshly ground Himalayan salt (or sea salt) and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Bake in oven for 20-25 minutes or until the asparagus are tender and the outsides are slightly crispy. Once cooled, cut the roasted asparagus into bite size pieces and set aside.

In a large skillet on medium high heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the large diced onion. Season with sea salt and cook for 5-8 minutes or until the onions are tender and the edges are a light golden brown. Add the grape tomatoes and the garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then gently fold in the baby kale. Add in the raw shrimp, roasted asparagus, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the shrimp is thoroughly cooked. If you need more liquid, add 1/4-1/2 cup of water.

Meanwhile, in a large pot cook the gluten free spaghetti according to the directions on the package.

Drain the pasta and toss the spaghetti, shrimp sauté, 1 tablespoon fresh thyme and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley together. Garnish with freshly grated parmesan cheese. Enjoy!!



Warmest Regards & Happy Cooking,



Amy
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A GREAT Event

On April 2, 2013 at 6:00pm the crowd started flowing through the doors of O'Tooles Restaurant and Pub in Queensbury, NY. People of all ages came out for a one of a kind event, The first ever Gluten Free Buffet in our area open to the public!                                              

The event was our April meeting for the Glens Falls Regional and Saratoga Springs Celiac Support Groups and to celebrate O'Tooles distinction of completing and implementing the National Foundation For Celiac Awareness GREAT Kitchens Course. This landmark event was enjoyed with the entire community.

 

Michael Moynihan is the General Manager of O'Tooles. Mike is an outstanding professional and person who genuinely cares about his customers and their safety. He is always eager to continue learning about the latest and safest gluten free products to offer his customers.

 

 

Now, back to the event, it was GREAT!! The food was absolutely fabulous: cheesy loaded potato skins, crispy wings with a tangy ranch dipping sauce, a bold garden salad, a creamy broccoli alfredo tossed over penne pasta, Saratoga Gluten Free Goods bread, turned into delicious toast points, perfect for soaking up the delicious marinara sauce from, my favorite dish, chicken parmesan over penne pasta. Yes all of the food was pure gluten free goodness!

 

Mike also made sure that the O'Tooles bar was fully stocked with gluten free libations, O'Tooles is a pub after all! Everyone who came enjoyed the food, the friendly casual atmosphere, fun conversations, and so much more.

 

The response was outstanding, and the gluten free buffet was sold out! Everyone went home with full bellies and happy memories.

 

Stay Tuned! We have more fabulous upcoming events and there's more exciting things to come!

 

All of news stories and pictures from the gluten free buffet are on our Facebook page Cook Gluten Free With Amy.

 

 

 

Warmest Regards & Happy Cooking,

 

 

 

Amy

www.glutenfreewithamy.com

 

For more pictures click here.

 

 





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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Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cook-Gluten-Free-With-Amy/146394436394

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!