Canyon Bakehouse Review and Giveaway

When I get a really delicious gluten-free product, I either eat the whole thing immediately or I ration it out to last as long as possible. My June delivery of the newest products in the Canyon Bakehouse gluten-free line was a little bit of both. I received Brownie Bites, Plain Bagels, and Everything Bagels.

I tried to make the new Brownie Bites last but that did not happen. My boyfriend Victor and I devoured them. They were soft, delicious, chocolatey goodness. The bagels, on the other hand, were rationed out because I just couldn't eat eight bagels in a row. Being a New Yorker and a carb-freak, the plain bagels were perfect to fill my carb cravings. They were thick but not too dense and made a great addition to breakfast. My favorite way to eat them is with a little almond butter or with some cheese and turkey bacon. So yum!

According to Canyon Bakehouse:

Similar to their existing gluten-free breads, the new brownies and bagels are made with 100% whole grains and have a taste and texture just like “real” bagels and brownies. 

• Made with 100% whole grains and real food ingredients such as extra virgin olive oil, organic agave and eggs.

• No artificial additives and fillers.

•  Certified Gluten-Free and do not contain dairy, soy or nuts.

• No GMOs.

Canyon Bakehouse co-founder Christi Skow, who inspired the company’s creation when she was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2007 explained that, “the taste and texture are so similar to ‘real’ bagels and brownies no one will even know they’re gluten free.  Our bagels and brownies are perfect for families and households with gluten-free and gluten-full eaters since they will no longer need to buy two sets of these staples.” 

All three new products are now available for online purchase and at Target stores nationwide.

Prior to receiving these samples, I can't remember ever eating Canyon Bakehouse. Now that they are on my radar, I am starting to notice their product line in many local markets. I would definitely buy the bagels and brownie bites again. The products are made in a dedicated gluten-free facility and use no GMO ingredients. Thank you Canyon Bakehouse for the delicious samples.

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Gluten Free “Healthy” Brownie Recipe

Last month, Sandy Merrill, MPH, CHHC, Certified Holistic Health Coach gave the NYC Celiac Disease Meetup group a very interesting talk about the gluten-free and diabetes connection. Afterwards she shared her recipe for "healthy" brownies.

Gluten Free “Healthy” Brownie Recipe
Garbanzo Bean Brownies
by Sandy Merrill

(All ingredients should be available at Whole Foods or Fairway or health food store)

1.5 cups (250-280 grams) good chocolate like Black & Green Organic Chocolate –(I use
mostly 70% Cacao but you can add in some flavored chocolate as well-like Espresso or
Orange, etc.)
2 cups cooked garbanzo beans (=one 25 oz. can, drained and rinsed well)
4 eggs
2/3 cups of honey
½ cup walnuts (optional)

Melt chocolate. Blend eggs in food processor so air gets whipped in. Add beans and honey to eggs and blend together. Add melted chocolate and process until smooth. Pour batter into 9” buttered pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes. Let cool before licing.

(These freeze very well.)


From Sandy Merrill, MPH, CHHC
Certified Holistic Health Counselor
www.sandymerrill.com
212-472-3177

Pamela's Products New Single-Serve Packs

Pamela's Products Launches Single-serve Packs of Pamela's Baking & Pancake Mix and Microwavable Chocolate Brownie Mix Just in Time for Back top School

Pamela's offers read-to-eat gluten-free snacks, sweet treats, savory and easy meal ideas for busy parents and on-the-go college students

(Ukiah, CA--July 2010) Pamela's Products, award-winning leader in the gluten-free food arena introduces single-serve packs of their top-selling customer favorites; Pamela's Chocolate Brownie Mix and Pamela's Baking & Pancake Mix. By early September consumers will be able to find these two popular mixes, in their new convenient sizes, on store shelves. Created specifically for grab n' go ease, the single-serve packs makes a stack of four pancakes, or one microwave brownie in about a minute. Complete with simple, easy-to-follow instructions and made of all natural ingredients the single-serve packs are ideal for busy families, college students, and anyone looking for portion-control.

Available this Fall at natural food retailers as well as on Amazon.com, the single-serve packs will retail for about $1.99 each. As Pamela Giusto-Sorrells states, "I believe that quality food should be able to fit conveniently into a busy schedule. The single-serve pancakes and brownies are rationed perfectly so that anyone can easily enjoy a warm and delicious breakfast or snack without investing too much time in the kitchen. And, they are great for college kids, or anyone who travels, because they're so quick to make."

These single-serve packs will serve the needs of those 'on the go', including college students, overnighters, and travelers: an easy treat for any time of day or night. To quickly make up 4 wholesome pancakes just about anywhere, simply add water, oil, and an egg, and cook on an oiled griddle or pan. Egg-free recipes are also included. The company's Baking & Pancake Mix is a longtime favorite of those who are gluten-free, as well as those who are not. It has been rated the #1 Pancake Mix across the entire Natural Foods category for several years running.

For a quick individual brownie, just put the contents of a single-serve pack into a microwave safe cup or bowl, add water and oil and microwave. Quick, delicious brownies in about a minute. Pamela's Chocolate Brownie Mix is the #1 selling Brownie Mix in its category of all Natural Foods (SPINScan Data).

More than 200 user-friendly and easy-to follow appetizer, entrée and dessert recipes can be found on the Pamela's Products website. Pamela's Products recipes--using a wide range of her gluten-free, quick and versatile mixes--are designed to help busy people spend less time in the kitchen and more time with their families, and help college students make quick and healthful meals without sacrificing time or taste. With approximately 1 in 133 people diagnosed as Celiac Disease in addition to those suffering from gluten-intolerance, delicious convenient gluten-free food is becoming increasingly important.

Pamela's Products features a line of packaged cookies made with organic ingredients that are an easy and fun addition to any lunchbox. The pre-packed, single serving size option (2 cookies) is a convenient, delicious and smartly portioned snack that is easy to include in bagged lunches. The tasty flavors include Chocolate Chunk Pecan Shortbread, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, Espresso Chocolate Chunk and Dark Chocolate, Chocolate Chunk.

Pamela's Products Simplebites cookies are the perfect bite-sized snack for little hands. Available in kid-friendly flavors like Chocolate Chip, Ginger Snapz and Extreme Chocolate, these cookies are ideal for any child to share on the playground without worrying about excluding peers with gluten intolerance.

Pamela Giusto-Sorrells, founder of Pamela's Products has appeared on NBC & ABC affiliates nationally, KRON and KTVK. Pamela's Products have been featured on the Today Show, The Doctors, in Gourmet Magazine, Woman's Day, Real Simple and many other outlets.

For additional information on Pamela's Products, please visit www.pamelasproducts.com. Recipe variations and baking information may be found at www.pamelasproducts.com/recipe_frames.html. Media inquiries, please contact Agnes Gomes-Koizumi (agnes@ agkmedia.com) or Julie Du Brow (julie@ dubroworks.com) at 323-937-5488 or 310-821-2463.

ABOUT PAMELA'S PRODUCTS
Pamela's Products (www.pamelasproducts.com) offers a complete line of Traditional Cookies, Organic Cookies, Biscotti, Simplebites Mini Cookies, Baking Mixes and Ready-to-Eat cakes. Award-winning, Pamela's Products can be found in natural food and grocery stores throughout North America and on the web at www.pamelasproducts.com. Setting the standard for great taste since 1988, Pamela's Products continues to create the most delicious wheat-free and gluten-free foods, with their Baking & Pancake Mix and Chocolate Brownie Mix consistently holding the #1 position in the entire Natural Foods category.

Pamela's Products are a tried-and-true staple for Celiacs. Celiac Disease is the world's most common autoimmune disease, with the only treatment today being a strict adherence to a diet devoid of gluten. Gluten is most commonly contained in wheat (durum, semolina, kamut, spelt), rye, barley and triticale. (For more complete information, please visit www.gluten.net, "About".) People with autism spectrum disorders, cancer, wheat allergies, alternative diets, and even those adhering to a Kosher or 'natural' diet, also frequently turn to Pamela's Products for satisfying that sweet tooth or simply for making bread or pancakes.

Gluten-Free Betty Crocker Review and Free GF Giveaway!

In August, I became a Godmother for my best friend Trish's son Connor. I was very honored to be a part of their special day and of course, I came armed with goodies. I made the new Betty Crocker gluten-free chocolate chip cookies and the gluten-free brownies. I could barely get the cookies into the container for the train trip without having one or three! I am not usually a c.c. cookie fan (I know, blasphemy) but I think that came from growing up without a good gluten-free option. Well, here it is! The Betty Crocker gluten-free mixes couldn't be easier. One box, some butter, some eggs (depending on which mix you are using), pop it in the oven and you are done. I do love to cook and bake, but I love making things that are this easy. The cookies and brownies were a big hit! No one even knew they were gluten-free. There was one other Celiac at the baptism and she was nervous to eat the brownie when it was handed over to her by Trish. Trish reassured her that I am the "gluten-free expert" and that she would never give her anything with gluten. Needless to say this girl was pleasantly surprised that she even had a gluten-free option at the baptism. If you haven't tried the new Betty Crocker gluten-free mixes yet, look for them in your local grocer today!

And now for the big giveaway!!! I am giving away a gluten-free Betty Crocker prize package to the fifth comment on this posting. Tell me why you would like these gluten-free mixes! lease be sure to include your email address so I can contact you for further details. The prize pack includes:

* Betty Crocker Gluten Free Yellow Cake Mix
* Betty Crocker Gluten Free Devil´s Food Cake Mix
* Betty Crocker Gluten Free Brownie Mix
* Betty Crocker Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix

HAPPY BAKING!