Jeanine Friesen - The Everything Guide to Living Gluten-Free: The Ultimate Cooking, Diet, and Lifestyle Guide for Gluten-Free Families!

THE

EVERYTHING

GUIDE TO LIVING
GLUTEN-FREE

Dear Reader,

Since you have picked up this book, chances are you, or someone you love, is about to begin living gluten-free. In the beginning, the thought of eliminating bread and wheat can seem impossible. I wrote this book to help ease you through that transition. I promisethings will get easier.

I was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2008 after living with unexplained symptoms for more than fifteen years. Thankfully, doctors are beginning to realize that some seemingly random illnesses may be connected to the gluten in our diet, and are suggesting a gluten-free diet to their patients more frequently.

After being diagnosed with celiac disease, I knew that it would lead to a lifelong change in my diet. Rather than sulking over the foods I could no longer have, I decided that I would find a way to continue enjoying my favorite flavors by figuring out how to make them gluten-free. Dealing with well-meaning friends and family and attending social events were other challenges to overcome. These pages contain everything I have learned since beginning my gluten-free diet. My hope is that you will benefit from my experience as you begin living your gluten-free life.

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THE

EVERYTHING

GUIDE TO LIVING
GLUTEN-FREE

The ultimate cooking, diet, and lifestyle guide for gluten-free families!

Jeanine Friesen

To my husband, Chris, and our children, Abigail and Nicholas. Only
because of your love and support have I been able to grow my passion for
baking, even if it is without gluten.

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ISBN 10: 1-4405-5184-7
ISBN 13: 978-1-4405-5184-0
eISBN 10: 1-4405-5185-5
eISBN 13: 978-1-4405-5185-7

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Contains material adapted and abridged from:

The Everything Food Allergy Cookbook by Linda Larsen, copyright 2008 by F+W Media, Inc., ISBN 10: 1-59869-560-6, ISBN 13: 978-1-59869-560-1; The Everything Vegan Cookbook by Jolinda Hackett, copyright 2010 by F+W Media, Inc., ISBN 10: 1-4405-0216-1, ISBN 13: 978-1-4405-0216-3; The Everything Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Cookbook by Carrie Forbes, copyright 2012 by F+W Media, Inc., ISBN 10: 1-4405-3366-0, ISBN 13: 978-1-4405-3366-2.

This book is intended as general information only, and should not be used to diagnose or treat any health condition. In light of the complex, individual, and specific nature of health problems, this book is not intended to replace professional medical advice. The ideas, procedures, and suggestions in this book are intended to supplement, not replace, the advice of a trained medical professional. Consult your physician before adopting any of the suggestions in this book, as well as about any condition that may require diagnosis or medical attention. The author and publisher disclaim any liability arising directly or indirectly from the use of this book.

Always follow safety and commonsense cooking protocol while using kitchen utensils, operating ovens and stoves, and handling uncooked food. If children are assisting in the preparation of any recipe, they should always be supervised by an adult.

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Acknowledgments

First and foremost, I need to thank my husband, Christopher, the writer in the family. Chris, without your experience, research, and help, this book would not be what it is. You are supportive, encouraging, and willing to eat anything that I prepare, even when it doesnt turn out the way I expected, and I love you for that.

To my kids, who have grown up with Mom working in the kitchen, and always testing new recipes, thank you for being such fantastic taste-testers. This is not Moms book, this is our book; everyone in the family contributed to it, and put their energy toward it. I love you guys!

I would also like to say a big thank-you to all the supporters and readers of my blog, TheBakingBeauties.com. Knowing that Ive been able to help you transition to living gluten-free, or that I was able to help you recreate traditions from your pre-gluten-free days, puts a smile on my face every day. Thank you for continuing to fuel my desire to create great gluten-free recipes, so that no one has to go without.

Lastly, a huge thank-you to the people at Adams Media. You believed in me, and that really means a lot. Thank you for the guidance and encouragement during this new adventure.