Trust Bob

I have enjoyed every one of the Bob's Red Mill products I have tasted to date! Bob offers gluten free (and non-gluten free) whole grain mixes, flours, and plain 'ol grains like quinoa, steel cut oats and flax seed. Mix directions often offer dairy free and egg free alternatives, and end results still turn out well.

Since I personally avoid wheat, any time I come across tasty products, I am excited to eat the foods I often miss on an allergy-restricted diet. But the best news is, you won't miss out with these delicious mixes. These are the ones I have tried and recommend but let us know about your own personal Bob's experience.

• Gluten Free Cornbread Mix - Pairs well with a hearty, bean chili. I recommend making half or a quarter at a time or you will have cornbread out the wazoo!


• Gluten Free Bread Mix - Use the bread machine or oven and sub flax seeds for egg if you want a low-cholesterol or allergen friendly option. Do be careful if yeast is a problem! I'm anxious to try their Hearty Whole Grain blend as well, which offers an additional gram of fiber and 2 more grams of protein per slice.


• Gluten Free Pizza - Makes a huge pizza! **Use organic pizza sauce to avoid the BPA in the can. This mix also contains yeast.


• Oat Bran - I make my oatmeal with half old fashioned oats and half oat bran. The bran adds a delicious nutty flavor and packs in more protein and fiber.


• Gluten Free Pancake Mix - Great for pancakes or waffles. Leftovers save well in the fridge or freezer. Just pop them in the toaster oven and use for a quick breakfast or in place of bread on a sandwich, which is a great substitute if yeast is bothersome to you.

You can find Bob's Bags at most grocery stores from Whole Foods to Shoppers. Order online by the case and save 10% - cases contain 4-8 bags depending on the product. Give the corn meal/grits or buckwheat groats a try for a new weeknight dinner side dish. Or toss a combo of grains in the crock pot overnight for a weekend brunch. Also, if you have had any trouble finding gluten free oats, look no further! Bob's Red Mill is here to save the day.

Nutritionally yours,

Melissa Majumdar, RD, LDN, CPT