 Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Desserts are Easy as Pie
Celebrate a slice of summer with new gluten-free, dairy-free recipes.
by Sarena Stern
One of my favorite activities is visiting the farmer’s market and admiring the beautiful displays of just-picked produce. As a chef, I stroll past all the gorgeous fresh fruit and vegetables with my mind open to the different culinary possibilities. I usually don’t go in with a plan; I want to let the sights, smells and textures of the season’s abundance inspire me. As I reach for a container of plump blueberries or fragrant strawberries, my baking creativity and my appetite always lead me to the same conclusion: it’s time to make a pie.
Fresh, colorful and health supportive, pies are a mouthwatering way of showcasing the deep-hued beauty and ripe goodness of fruit. When creating a pie, I work with the freshest fruits and berries available, preserving as much of the fruit as possible. Pureed, sliced or whole, using all edible parts extracts the most flavor and nutrients (vitamins, fiber, antioxidants). With each mouthful, I want to taste the richness of that juicy peach or those sweet cherries.
Does the thought of creating a special-diet pie from scratch intimidate you? I urge you to think again! Making an allergy-friendly pie isn’t difficult. Yes, you use a different set of ingredients, but the methodology is pretty much the same and the results are just as tasty and well worth the effort.
These pie recipes get enthusiastic two thumbs up from kids and adults alike. They’re fun to make and to eat. But perhaps the most fun is serving them, knowing that family and friends will thoroughly enjoy these luscious summertime treats—and never miss the gluten, dairy or eggs.
This article was featured in the June/July 2009 issue.
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