I think I’ve mentioned it in this blog before, but as of January 1 of this year, I went gluten free for a variety of reasons. My immune system has been mad at me, and I’m hoping that by reducing the load of chemicals and known agitators (like gluten, and dairy) it will settle down and my overall health and well being will improve. I know, it’s a drastic step – most people only go gluten free if they have celiac disease, or other serious issues. However, the more I research this – the more I feel that in general our world is overwheated. (Like that word?) Look at what is on the kids menu at most restaurants – mac and cheese, spaghetti, pizza, grilled cheese … wheat, wheat wheat. Where are the veggies, people? And by the way, there’s WAY more than just one grain out there. Quinoa, anyone? (If you do not know what quinoa is, go to the store RIGHT NOW and buy it, go home, cook it, and then eat it. Then wonder why the hell you haven’t purchased this amazingly tasty grain ever before which by the way is a complete protein and is INCREDIBLY good for you. PLEASE kiss the white rice goodbye!)

That being said, I’ve spent time patrolling the bookstore looking at gluten-free recipe books. And there’s a lot. And they cost a lot. And you know what? There’s also a zillion, billion, kajillion (ok, so maybe not that many !) blogs out there with gorgeous photos and wondrous recipes that won’t cost you a dime. Here’s a few of my favorites, so spend some time checking these out in your iPhone blog reader, or online, and save some of these recipes to your hard drive or to your favorite recipe software to try out on your own. And don’t forget to leave a comment on the blog to let them know how much you love them. We all appreciate a little comment love. (hint hint!)

http://glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com/ One of da best. Her photos of her recipes are like food porn. And her archive of recipes is to die for, and beats the hell out of any recipe book you’d buy at the store.

http://glutenfreegirl.blogspot.com A wonderful resource of recipes and great photos. (Am I the only one who wants to see a picture of something before I dedicate time and money to making it?)

http://iamglutenfree.blogspot.com Another great resource of recipes and gluten-free goodness.

http://holdthegluten.net Food reviews, not just recipes, make this a great blog. Gluten-free stuff is expensive, let someone else try before you buy!