In Johnna's Kitchen

04/10/2026

This is a very interesting experiment with the Nima sensor. Are you surprised by the test results?

Gluten-free and wheat-based crackers hung out together: Will the Nima Sensor pick up any cross-contact? One of Gluten Free Watchdog’s criticisms of the Nima Sensor is that it is unlikely to pick up uneven cross contact in a food sample that has not been homogenized—ground up in a blender for example—prior to testing. To help address this issue the Nima Now team suggests using, “the teeth on the bottom of the capsule cap to dab food from different areas of your plate.” Let’s see how well that works…

A labeled gluten-free mini rice cake and a wheat-based cracker were put into a baggie. The crackers were left together for about one month. This wasn’t intentional. It just took some time to get around to testing.

To read the rest of the post and view photos, please see: https://www.glutenfreewatchdog.org/news/gluten-free-and-wheat-based-crackers-hung-out-together-will-the-nima-sensor-pick-up-any-cross-contact/

Note: We have only one Nima testing capsule remaining. We do not anticipate purchasing more capsules for testing unless additional issues are brought to our attention.

04/10/2026

I’m so grateful when friends remind me of things like this. My cookbook has everything in it that I wanted in one book when I was diagnosed. Cookies, cakes, muffins, breads, crackers, bars and more PLUS I share a lot about ingredients and substitutions. Nearly all of the recipes can be made dairy-free and more.

What I probably don’t talk about enough when sharing about my cookbook is how hard the publisher worked on this project. Every recipe in my book was not only tested, but I had a specialty editor beside me every step who verified my measurements AND weights of every ingredient. When using expensive gluten-free ingredients, it’s even more important than with regular ingredients to be certain it’s right. Baking cookbooks, especially those with over 50 recipes for a specific diet, are tedious work that requires a careful eye, skilled pallet and plenty of testing and refining. I’m glad this was done right and enjoy hearing about how it is put to use.

The publisher of my book has been absorbed by a larger publisher. The e-book is always available however printed copies seem to come and go. If you don’t see any available, add it to your wish list on Amazon or try to order at your local bookstore. The large publishing company does seem to still release my book a few at a time. Happy baking!

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03/30/2026

You all, I forget to share my own recipes these days. There are hundreds of solid, tried-and-true recipes on my website, all free to you. This one? You’ll be amazed what the foundation of the cookies is, I think it makes them acceptable to have for breakfast. At least I hope so, as I’ve had one for breakfast many times. ❤️

RECON COOKIES ... ALMOST SCOUT COOKIES ... YOUR NEW FAVORITE ...
RECIPE >> See in my comment below ... If you have the ingredients on hand, you might try these Recon Cookies "Almost Scout Cookies" from In Johnna's Kitchen. They're simply amazing!

03/29/2026

Bread made with gluten will always contain gluten, sourdough or otherwise.

I paid for laboratory testing of sourdough bread from a bakery near me, a bakery who has claimed their long fermentation makes their bread an option for many who have intolerances to gluten. The bread tested at 84,000 ppm gluten. The FDA limit for gluten-free foods is 20 ppm.

THE ONGOING MYTH ABOUT SOURDOUGH BREAD ... SPOILER ALERT: IT'S STILL A MYTH ...
Article >> See in my comment below ... The thing about myths is they never ever die even when they're horrificially false as this one is. Sourdough bread made from wheat-based flour is NOT safe for anyone who eats gluten free for medical reasons (i.e., celiac, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, wheat allergy). Period. If you need to see the gluten parts per million (ppm) readings, you can see them here, thanks to Gluten Free Watchdog, LLC. I'm sharing this info again today because I ran into a member of my former gluten-free support group this past week and she asked about wheat-based sourdough being safe for those who eat gluten free. There's only one kind of sourdough that is safe for those of us who eat gluten free, folks, and that's sourdough bread that's made totally from gluten-free ingredients. Lucky for you all, you can find an entire collection of amazing recipes featured on gfe. Stay safe out there, people!

03/24/2026

KC GFFs, look!! Chrisolyn's and Fattyhead are doing a thing!

Brick & Mortar Opening Late Spring 2026 in Blue Springs, MO! Options will include Sugar Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free. We'll eventually have merch & more local goods. We hope to increase Shipping Options down the road. What do YOU want to see?

01/24/2026

Another fun recipe for National Peanut Butter Day, my Baked Peanut Tofu. This is the dish that turns tofu haters into tofu fans!

Recipe here: https://injohnnaskitchen.com/2017/04/baked-peanut-tofu-gluten-free-vegan/

01/24/2026

It’s National Peanut Butter Day! These peanut butter cookies from gfe--gluten free easily are made with ingredients you probably have in your kitchen right now! No specialty flours needed, just common ingredients and really, really good cookies!

Recipe here: https://glutenfreeeasily.com/passion-for-peanut-butter-cookies/

01/21/2026

Hot buttered bourbon. I often forget about the really good cocktail recipes that live on my website until friends remind me of them. You’ll find over 25 recipes that make a cocktail for two, quite a few of them warm cocktails for these cold nights. Enjoy!

HOT BUTTERED BOURBON ... BY A ROARING FIRE PERHAPS? ...
RECIPE >> In my comment below ... All that sounds great to me on this very wintry day! Today is actually Hot Buttered Rum Day but I feel like more people prefer bourbon over rum. I'm not 100% sure as we all have our preferences but I think it's worth trying this recipe from In Johnna's Kitchen to see if you're one of them! p.s. Remember that distilled alcohol (such as bourbon) is gluten free UNLESS gluten is added after the distillation process.

01/21/2026

It’s National Cheese Lover’s Day and I’ve made this for grilled cheese. You’ve gotta try it!

Recipe here: https://injohnnaskitchen.com/2018/03/homemade-pimento-cheese-recipe/

01/10/2026

Potato Vegetable Chowder in the Instant Pot! This makes a LARGE batch, perfect for having soup with friends or freezing individual portions for later. Of all of my Instant Pot recipes, this one is the second most popular: https://injohnnaskitchen.com/2016/10/potato-vegetable-chowder-instant-pot-slow-cooker-gluten-free-dairy-free-veg/

01/09/2026

Do you enjoy lettuce wraps? I’ve been eating this Asian-inspired Edamame Salad in romaine leaves for lunch. Frozen edamame is so overlooked as anything but an appetizer, but shouldn’t be! Recipe here: https://injohnnaskitchen.com/2013/04/asian-edamame-salad/

01/09/2026

I adore these little chocolate bombs. Inexpensive ingredients, not too sweet, perfect with a warm cuppa. If you are looking for recipes from a gluten-free pro, look no further than the tried-and-true goodness from gfe--gluten free easily!

GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE BOMBS ... ALWAYS A DELIGHT! ...
RECIPE >> In my comment below ... Look at this beautiful and sweet Chocolate Bomb for your loved one (or you)! Make them now to enjoy with your cup of coffee or tea but remember them again for Valentine's Day next month. They're sort of a cross between a cookie and a scone and just the right amount of sweet, with most of the sweetness coming from the chocolate chips.