Table of Contents
Introduction 9
1 Why Gluten-Free? 11
Gluten Defined 12
Celiac Disease … Gluten Sensitivity … What's the Big Deal? 13
Planning for a Gluten-Free Lifestyle 14
The Basics of a Gluten-Free Diet 16
Pantry Makeover 17
Gluten-Free Flours and Baking Ingredients 18
Preventing Cross-Contamination 20
2 Slow Cooker Basics 23
The Gluten-Free Diet and Your Slow Cooker 24
Choosing the Perfect Slow Cooker 25
Planning Gluten-Free Meals Around Your Slow Cooker 27
High Versus Low 28
Cleaning Tips and Slow Cooker Safety 29
3 Slow Cooker 101: Recipes 33
4 Breakfasts 49
5 Appetizers and Sauces 67
6 Side Dishes and Bean Recipes 86
7 Soups, Stews, and Chilis 110
8 Casseroles and Gluten-Free Pasta Dishes 141
9 Poultry 162
10 Beef, Lamb, and Pork 189
11 Holiday Recipes 207
12 Kid-Friendly Meals 223
13 Five Ingredients or Fewer 241
14 Gluten-Free Breads and Desserts 257
15 Beverages 273
Appendix A Gluten-Free Ingredient Resources 282
Appendix B Celiac Disease/Gluten Sensitivity and Gluten-Free Support Group Resources 284
Appendix C Helpful Slow Cooker Equipment Sources 285
Index 286
