I eat gluten-free. So, I would say that my staple foods are whole and preferably organic. Fresh fruits and vegetables.
I eat our fresh, organic and extremely local eggs from the back yard flock. We are raising 5 more chicks at the moment. I buy organic chicken from Whole Foods every week and sometimes organic pork.
I stock the pantry with dried beans and whole grains such as quinoa, gluten-free oats and various rices. We also have a "snack drawer" of nuts, corn chips, gluten-free pretzels and dried fruits.
I also couldn't live without my spices. I like to have a good sea salt on hand. My favorite spice blend of all time is herbs de provence. I have also discovered a nice salt/spice blend that I have been using a lot lately. Our garden is stocked with fresh herbs as well; rosemary, thyme, basil, parsley, oregano, chives and sage.
We use canned tomatoes, chicken and olives. Oh, speaking of olives, we always have on hand a nice bottle of olive oil. I also couldn't live without my Pamela's gluten-free baking mix and my chocolate.
It all sounds a bit idyllic. I can't say it is all the time. I do eat at restaurants sometimes. I do feed my family frozen tamales and pizza (they can eat gluten). But for the most part, eating gluten-free has forced me to eat healthier and more simply. I am grateful for that.
See other corner view staple foods here:
Great post! So pretty too. Are you going to pickle those cucumbers?
lisa :)
Posted by: lisa | June 30, 2009 at 07:32 PM
Thanks for sharing about this. We are not a gluten free family, but I have friends who are for many different reasons and while I often hear that it can be difficult, I always hear that it is worth it in many ways to be gluten free.
I love the photos! Your jars are so pretty. I recently switched to glass jars for my beans and grains. So much nicer to look at! I have been trying to use quinoa, but the last couple of times I tried to make it, it hasn't quite turned out right. Any suggestions?
Posted by: Kerry | June 30, 2009 at 08:31 PM
My boy could not also eat gluten, so my house used to be that way. Great shots and thanks for sharing.
Posted by: ibabe | July 01, 2009 at 12:53 AM
I have to take a bite, that melon looks great and so much summer!
Posted by: daan | July 01, 2009 at 03:39 AM
Did you get those cucumbers from the farmer's market? They look beautiful! -m.
Posted by: mary | July 01, 2009 at 06:32 AM
I was on a gluten free diet for year once, and I really had a hard time finding some variety in my meals at first!
Posted by: Francesca | July 01, 2009 at 07:00 AM
Going out to eat is the challenge for me. I think more people are becoming aware of celiac disease which makes it easier for me.
Posted by: earthycrunchy | July 01, 2009 at 07:16 AM
Yes! I am going to start making pickles today. We are doing catch-up today...stayin' home. :)
Posted by: earthycrunchy | July 01, 2009 at 07:17 AM
Yes! I need to go to the store today and get a few more supplies!
Posted by: earthycrunchy | July 01, 2009 at 08:16 AM
We make it like rice. Sometimes it helps to use broth when cooking it. We also put it in soups and chili. We use quinoa flour in place of wheat flour in cookies. I have heard about a recipe for pizza with quinoa flour that I need to try out :)
Posted by: earthycrunchy | July 01, 2009 at 08:19 AM
great post. i also try to eat gluten free- and i do feel a lot better:) thanks for this! besos-jane
Posted by: Jane | July 01, 2009 at 08:31 AM
mmm... this melon looks so juicy and delicious... yummy!
Great photos! Thank you for sharing :)
Posted by: Kasia | July 01, 2009 at 08:50 AM
What a beautiful post, I was happy to see all of your whole and healthy foods!
Beautiful photos too : )
Posted by: gardenmama | July 01, 2009 at 10:57 AM
Very interesting and it all looks very good.
Posted by: Caitlin | July 01, 2009 at 11:00 AM
your pantry looks like mine, except your eggs are fresh! wonderful!
nicola
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Posted by: nicola | July 01, 2009 at 12:11 PM