Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
Christmas dinner for as long I can remember, included cranberry relish. A holiday classic and one of my favorites! Who doesn’t love tart cranberries and green apple intertwined with sweet citrus and crisp red apple encased by sugary strawberry gelatin? This is an adaptation of my Step Grandma’s recipe that I remember making with her … Read more
What is a holiday without some gravy? I was determined to still enjoy this holiday staple. This recipe uses the traditional method of making gravy from a roux. Roux is a French term for equal parts butter and flour cooked together until dark brown and is the base for any good gravy. Here we keep … Read more
This is a staple recipe of mine that is tried and true! This dish is just as comforting as mashed potatoes, but it is much kinder to your gut. And with all that vitamin C in cauliflower this is great when you’re not feeling well! If you’re in a pinch for time, you can always … Read more
This is a foolproof weeknight meal that goes great with just about any sauce! In the summer months, I love having this dish with a light basil pesto. In winter months, I really enjoy it with a homemade hearty tomato sauce. Feel free to substitute the squash with zucchini or carrot ‘noodles’. This recipe is … Read more
Homemade tomato sauce is a labor of love, but one that is well worth it. As you fill your home with the aromas of Italy and bask in this centuries old tradition you might even wonder why you don’t do this more often! You may be new to the French term concasse. It quite literally … Read more
This salad is sharp and sophisticated while using flavors of the season, and is certainly one of my favorites for entertaining in the fall and winter months. The almond ‘brittle’ in this salad is always a guest favorite, and an easy way to impress! (Just don’t tell them how easy it was to make!) If … Read more
A vinaigrette is a quick and easy way to add a fresh acidity and brightness to enhance and compliment any type of salad! I particularly love the versatility of a vinaigrette, as all it really encompasses is; vinegar, acid, oil, and seasonings. Having said that, feel free to get creative! Have blueberries instead of cranberries? … Read more
This is one of the first recipes I pull out as fall begins. Nothing says fall more to me than the combination of butternut squash and warm spices. The pears add sweetness and structure, while the squash makes this soup velvety smooth. Adding the balsamic glaze brings a balance of acidity with a touch of … Read more
Thanksgiving is not complete for me without a slice of pumpkin pie! I was determined to make an SCD friendly version resembling the original as closely as possible. After many experimental baking sessions, I was able to successfully make this pie with a perfectly flaky crust! Not to mention this pie is filled with delectably … Read more
This dessert will impress even the most critical dinner guest. It has exquisite presentation and elegance in spades. I’m rather fond of the warm spice flavors imparted by the cinnamon and cloves married with the sweet and sticky cranberry apple glaze. You really won’t believe this dessert doesn’t have any refined sugar! It is important … Read more