Kristin Porter

Des Moines

Blog Writer, Iowa Girl Eats at Freelance

Delicious and approachable gluten-free recipes made with everyday, in-season ingredients. Facebook: https://t.co/M7VWxTrobT…

Featured in: Favicon

bhg.com

americanprofile.com

Articles

Creamy Ham Peas and Pasta

3 weeks ago | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

Creamy Ham Peas and Pasta is a quick-cooking dinner recipe your entire family will love. A simple parmesan-garlic cream sauce coats cooked pasta, frozen peas, and diced ham. Easy, delicious, and cooks in the time it takes to boil a box of pasta. With multiple activities on the calendar each night of the week, I am more than ever looking for quick and family-friendly (read: my kids will love it) recipes for dinner. Enter: Creamy Ham Peas and Pasta.
40+ Meatless Dinner Ideas

1 month ago | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

Whether you're looking to lighten up your plate, or eat less meat in general, this collection of 40+ meatless dinner ideas — that are gluten free too — are packed with fresh, bold flavor. You'll never miss the meat! Whether you’re looking to lighten up your plate, or reduce the amount of meat you eat, this collection of 40+ Meatless Dinner Ideas are packed with satisfying flavor.
Billionaire Bacon

1 month ago | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

Billionaire Bacon is smokey, savory, spicy, and sweet — in a word: irresistible! Upgrade your brunch menu or holiday breakfast with this easy yet impressive 3 ingredient recipe. If you’re looking for a way to dial up the delicious knob at your next brunch or holiday breakfast — Billionaire Bacon will not only get the job done, but steal the entire show. With the perfect balance of smokey, savory, sweet, and spicy, this oven baked bacon is RIDIIIIIICULOUS.
High Protein Turkey Chili — That Actually Tastes Good!

2 months ago | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

Low fat, high protein turkey chili that actually tastes good? It does exist! This lean, flavor-packed chili comes together in minutes and is the perfect base for loading with tasty toppings. I like to make a big batch on the weekend then reheat for healthy, filling lunches all week long. One thing about me is, although I have nearly 1,000 recipes here on IGE, I’d be perfectly happy eating the exact same thing for every single meal, every single day.
Short Rib Ragu Made in the Oven

2 months ago | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

Place a half sheet pan on the bottom rack of your oven to catch any drips or spillovers, then preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Heat a large Dutch Oven — 4-quart minimum, 6 — 7-quart recommended — over medium-high heat. Line a small prep cup with foil then set aside. Season the short ribs generously all over with salt and pepper. Once the pot is very hot, add 1 Tablespoon oil then heat until it’s hot but not smoking, 15 seconds.
Easy Chicken and Broccoli — A Quick and Saucy Stir Fry

2 months ago | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

Easy Chicken and Broccoli is a lightening-quick stir fry recipe your whole family will love. Prep the chicken, broccoli, and sauce up to three days ahead of time and dinner will be on the table in no time! This healthy stir fry recipe is also gluten and dairy free. Few things make me feel like I’m crushing life like having dinner prepped and ready to cook in the refrigerator.
Pastina Soup (aka Italian Penicillin)

Jan 21, 2025 | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

Pastina Soup is brothy, satisfying, and so easy too! Also known as Italian Penicillin, this nourishing soup recipe will cure whatever ails you. Warm up and feel better with a delicious bowl of soup that feeds the body and soul.
High-Protein Chicken Crust Caesar Salad Pizza

Jan 8, 2025 | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees then line a 13" pizza pan with parchment paper or nonstick sprayed-foil and set aside. Alternatively, you can use a half sheet pan. Place a half sheet pan on the bottom rack of your oven in case of spillovers (the chicken releases a little bit of liquid during the baking process, but it cooks off by the end). To a large mixing bowl add the egg, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper then stir with a fork to combine.
Tall and Fluffy Gluten Free Biscuits

Dec 3, 2024 | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees then place a piece of parchment paper onto a half sheet pan and set aside. If using a pastry cutter or food processor to incorporate the butter into the flour, dice the butter into 1/2" cubes then place inside the freezer for 10 minutes. If using a box grater, freeze the butter completely then grate the frozen butter using the large side of the box grater. Place the grated butter in the fridge or freezer until ready to use.
Gluten Free Gravy: Made With and Without Pan Drippings

Nov 25, 2024 | iowagirleats.com | Kristin Porter

To Make Gluten Free Gravy from Scratch:Add butter to a medium-size saucepan over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, sprinkle in the gluten free flour then whisk to combine. Cook while whisking for 1 minute. Slowly drizzle in the stock or broth while whisking to create a smooth sauce. Turn the heat up slightly then continue to cook while whisking until the gravy has thickened, 1-2 minutes. Turn off the heat then add a drizzle of gluten free Tamari, a pinch of poultry seasoning, and black pepper.