Gluten & Dairy Free Chili
A Miniature Halloween/Football Menu Idea
(I also mention a corn alternative)
October is National Chili Month, which is great because I like chili! One of the things I like about homemade chili is that I can adjust it to my own taste and make it as healthy as I want! It is high in protein, and fiber, and can be lower in fat than many other dishes, which has the added benefit of keeping people full enough to avoid eating too many sweets for dessert. This menu is also great for football watchers...dare I say it...I'm not a football fan. Sorry! My husband is, so I cook and make fun stuff like chili while he watches it. :)
My mom always made chili for Halloween to go along with our chili dogs. I made white bean chili this weekend and it was delicious. I have SEVERE heartburn issues, so this is a great alternative to traditional tomato based chili for Halloween night. You can even serve both types if you'd like. Not only is chili easy, but it is a cost effective party dish that is very filling. Many gluten & dairy free ingredients are very expensive, so when I entertain, I try to focus on foods that do not require specialty ingredients. Research suggests that its good to have protein whenever consuming sugar. After-all, Halloween can be one of the sugariest nights of the year for many!
My mom always made chili for Halloween to go along with our chili dogs. I made white bean chili this weekend and it was delicious. I have SEVERE heartburn issues, so this is a great alternative to traditional tomato based chili for Halloween night. You can even serve both types if you'd like. Not only is chili easy, but it is a cost effective party dish that is very filling. Many gluten & dairy free ingredients are very expensive, so when I entertain, I try to focus on foods that do not require specialty ingredients. Research suggests that its good to have protein whenever consuming sugar. After-all, Halloween can be one of the sugariest nights of the year for many!
Chili is also really cool because it can be served with a variety of toppings. I like to serve green onions, cilantro, jalepenos, and homemade or store bought GF/DF tortilla chips or strips. Dairy free cheese and dairy free sour cream is also a fun addition.
In addition, I would have a few appetizers and a fun salad on the side.
In addition, I would have a few appetizers and a fun salad on the side.
Corn muffins can be easily jazzed up by using cute Halloween/Footbal themed cupcake liners. Your muffins can be large or small; whichever works best for you. I find that the little muffins are fun at get togethers because it allows people to sample in case they do not want a larger helping.
So there you have it! A mini - Halloween/Football menu idea that can work for both gluten and non-dairy free-ers.
If you are sensitive to corn, you can also serve this with garlicky roasted potatoes or sweet potato fries.
Have a fabulous gluten & dairy free chili month! Let me know if you would like
me to post some chili recipes. I will be more than happy to post the cornbread recipe as well.
So there you have it! A mini - Halloween/Football menu idea that can work for both gluten and non-dairy free-ers.
If you are sensitive to corn, you can also serve this with garlicky roasted potatoes or sweet potato fries.
Have a fabulous gluten & dairy free chili month! Let me know if you would like
me to post some chili recipes. I will be more than happy to post the cornbread recipe as well.
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