Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
This Asian-inspired plum sauce will become an instant favorite! The sweet plum notes accompanied by spicy ginger complement anything from poultry to beef. The cinnamon, star anise, and cloves impart warmth to the palate; while the bone broth and vinegar add umami. Altogether, an eloquent symphony of flavors in perfect harmony. In addition, baking this … Read more
Plums are one of my favorite late-summer treats, and this jam is no exception! Sweet and sticky with a touch of bright citrus, this smooth jam goes well with just about anything and everything from sweet to savory. Vibrantly bright in color and flavor alike you’ll be asking yourself why you haven’t made this jam … Read more
The idea for this galette dessert is nothing new, and is believed to date back to the Neolithic period. Back then they would have cooked a thick cereal paste on hot stones and possibly topped it with fruit. Centuries later the dish grew in popularity. Fast forward to 1875, and the French made this their … Read more
This Asian inspired cucumber salad is cool, refreshing, and bursting with flavor! The combination of the spicy red onion with sweet bell pepper and toasted sesame is a perfect complement to the crisp cucumber. Even better? It couldn’t be easier to make! In under 15 minutes you’ve got a killer appetizer or side dish that’s … Read more
These grilled pork chops with sage butter and pickled peaches will be the star of any meal! I remember having pickled peaches at my grandpa’s house fresh out of their cellar. Sweet and tart with warm baking spices surrounding, the flavors meshed so well together I was hooked! Altogether, those sweet and tart peaches with … Read more
Gazpacho is a classic cold and refreshing summer soup that has been around for centuries and for good reason. It uses fresh peak summer produce like tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and basil and it couldn’t be easier! No cooking, baking, or slaving over a hot stove required. Simply cut up the produce, blend it all … Read more
These blueberry scones are just as scrumptious as they are satisfying with flakey layers of buttery blueberry goodness! Even better? They are super simple to make! Perfect to brighten up brunch with the girls, afternoon tea, or a bridal shower. These classic yet sophisticated scones will be your go to for breakfast and brunch entertaining. … Read more
These pork and apple sausage patties are my absolute favorite! Breakfast, brunch, or dinner these patties are sure to be a homerun. They have the perfect array of sophisticated flavors to impress any palate. The sweet date paste caramelizes while cooking, bringing an almost maple syrup like taste alongside warm baking spices, subtle sage, earthy … Read more
I have always loved caramel, especially in ice cream. After committing to the SCD diet however, I initially thought I would have to give it up. Caramel is primarily made of refined sugar and cream, two things that are not allowed. After researching dozens of vegan and refined sugar free caramels, I was able to … Read more
These waffle cones are scrumptious and the perfect complement to any type of ice cream! These cones and bowls whip up in minutes with only a few ingredients you probably already have, and are a huge hit with kids and adults alike. To make this cone recipe you will need a waffle cone maker. But … Read more