Posts filed under: Pioneer Recipes

Gluten-free Cinnamon Rolls

I love cinnamon rolls. I love big, soft, sweet cinnamon rolls. And these gluten-free cinnamon rolls are just that! They are made from a soft, fluffy gluten-free dough and are filled with a perfectly sweet cinnamon sugar filling. The taste and texture of these rolls is amazing! My whole family...

Grain-free Gingerbread Donut Holes

Nothing speaks of the holiday season more than buffalo plaid, pine trees, and gingerbread. These grain-free gingerbread donut holes taste like Christmas! They are crisp on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside. Bursting with gingerbread flavor and full of holiday cheer! I love these healthy donut holes because...

Grain-free Cranberry Orange Scones

These grain-free cranberry orange scones are perfectly sweet and insanely delicious! They are the perfect food to pair with a cup of hot cocoa and cozy up beside the Christmas tree to enjoy. The tart cranberries are nicely balanced out with wholesome, natural sweeteners and a hint of orange. The...

Gluten-free Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Crack

This gluten-free chocolate caramel pretzel crack is the perfect combination of sweetness and saltiness! I was amazed at how easy a holiday crack was to create and how delicious it tasted! This pretzel crack passed the taste test of all my family members, so you know this crack has to...

Grain-free Gingerbread Loaf

Are you ready to try to the best grain-free gingerbread loaf you will ever make? I sure hope so! This grain-free gingerbread loaf will blow your Christmas socks right off! The crust is firm but yielding and the interior of the loaf is soft, moist, and has the perfect crumb....

Simple Homestead Thanksgiving Side-dishes

Thanksgiving is right around the corner…. and for me that means it’s time to start planning what special foods will make it on the Thanksgiving table this year! Diet restrictions can make this planning process a little tricky, but you don’t have to give up all those traditional holiday foods...

Dairy-free Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

These dairy-free pumpkin cheesecake brownies are the perfect fall recipe that will have you coming back for seconds and even making them multiple times! I know I’ve already made my fair share of these brownies already this fall! The fudgy brownie texture is perfectly complimented by a creamy pumpkin cheesecake...

Grain-free Pumpkin Pie Bars (nut free)

Pumpkin is a traditional fall ingredient and I love creating new recipes that involve this versatile vegetable! These grain-free pumpkin bars are a delicious fall dessert recipe. I love that they are grain-free, gluten free, and nut free. They are also easy to create and make a lot so that...

Grain-free Chicken Noodle Soup

Before you pass this off as another boring chicken noodle soup recipe, I want to assure you that this is no ordinary chicken noodle soup! This grain-free chicken noodle soup has been a menu staple in my house since before I can remember. It is a soup recipe that everyone...

Gluten-free Chocolate Peanut Butter Crepes

Snacks are supposed to be healthy right? Well, yes, but there are some exceptions. With these gluten-free chocolate peanut butter crepes, you get the best of both worlds! They are healthy, but also sweet and delicious! I love making up a few of these crepes for snack because they contain...

Gluten-free Venison Bean Chili

Gluten-free venison bean chili is totally a modern pioneer comfort food! I love how easy and simple this chili is to make, it is a delicious and nutritious dinner meal that can quickly be whipped up in the crockpot. Venison bean chili is full of chili flavor and is loaded...

Dairy-free Dill Tuna Salad

This dairy-free dill tuna salad is the best tuna salad recipe I have ever tried! I know, you may be thinking I’m biased since it is my recipe, but honestly, I like this tuna salad over the pre-made salad I can buy at Whole Foods Market. It is full of...

Grain-free Apple Pie (nut free)

Grain-free apple pie is a traditional pioneer pie that tastes delicious and is easy to make! Apple pie is a heritage recipe and making an apple pie is a must have life skill for any modern pioneer! With this easy apple pie recipe, you can make an apple pie that...

Dairy-free Potato Soup

Creamy and bursting with flavor, this dairy-free potato soup will be a soup that every modern pioneer loves! Even if you aren’t a huge soup fan, this creamy potato soup will get you hooked! How can you go wrong when you add bacon to soup? I love the simplicity of...

Gluten Free Peach Bars (nut free)

Of all the fruits, I think peaches are probably one of my favorite fruits to bake with! I love their sweet flavor and their crisp texture. These gluten free peach bars bring out the delicious, sweet flavor of the peaches and combine it with the buttery flavor of crumble topping!...

Dairy-free Mac’n’Cheese Pie (nut free)

If you are a mac’n’cheese lover, then this dairy-free mac’n’cheese pie is a must try modern pioneer recipe for you! Even if you aren’t a huge fan of mac’n’cheese, I bet you’ll find this pie deliciously delightful! It is a hearty pie that works great for a filling lunch or...

Grain-free Spaghetti and Meatballs

These grain-free spaghetti and meatballs put a perfect heritage twist on a classic meal! I went the longest time without ever having a traditional plate of spaghetti and meatballs, topped with some pasta sauce and cheese. When I did give spaghetti and meatballs a try, I was hooked! It is...

Gluten-free Baked Oatmeal

Baked oats sweetened with maple syrup and topped with more maple syrup… I know that doesn’t sound healthy but it sure is delicious! Gluten-free baked oatmeal is an amazing, healthy breakfast option that is quick and easy to make! I love having baked oatmeal for breakfast because it is sweet,...

Grain-free Chicken Quesadillas

I’m not a huge chicken fan (meaning chicken is not my meat of choice), unless… it is 1) grilled, 2) paired with lots of dairy-free cheese, 3) served in bar-b-que form, or 4) made into a sandwich. These grain-free chicken quesadillas do all of that and more! The dairy-free cheesy...

Gluten-free Cherry Pie (nut free)

Gluten-free cherry pie is the perfect combination of sweet cherries and crumble topping! Originally I wasn’t a huge fan of cherry pie, but after making this allergy-friendly version, I was hooked! The sweet, slightly firm, juice texture of the cherries is complimented nicely by the sweet, oaty crumble topping that...