Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
Here in the south, frying breaded vegetables in a cast iron pan is tradition, and in the Summer that means fried squash. Soft, delicate squash is layered in coconut flour, egg, and almond flour. Fried to perfection, crispy, golden brown, salty, and savory this fried squash will transport you to Grandma’s kitchen. This breading process … Read more
Who says salad has to have lettuce? This quick and flavorful shrimp salad is proof that you don’t! With all the fresh flavors of the season, this is one easy lunch or dinner that you will want to make all grilling season long! Crunchy, clean cucumber, bright red onion, spicy jalapeño, creamy avocado, and savory … Read more
Summer is just around the corner, and ice cream is no doubt the quintessential treat of the season. After switching to SCD I set out to make a version that was as good as the original. This dairy-free cashew coffee ice cream is just that! And the best part? You don’t need an ice cream … Read more
Happy Memorial Day! Celebrate our nation’s colors with these fun and refreshing red, white, and blue popsicles. Strawberry makes the red layer, coconut makes the white, and blueberries make the blue. All layered in a bright and festive display, these will mesmerize any guest! Growing up, my favorite popsicles were the kind with real fruit … Read more
Light, airy, sweet, and creamy; fruit dip was a childhood favorite of mine and still is. Wanting to recreate this American classic I set out to make it SCD friendly. To my amazement this version tastes just like I remember! Fluffy egg whites provide structure for the airy marshmallow while the honey and vanilla add … Read more
Sweet and sour sauce is believed to have originated in China by the 18th century, but possibly even earlier. It gained popularity in the U.S. in the late 19th century and into the 20th century with the expansion of Asian American restaurants. Traditionally this thick rich red sauce is made from a mixture of sugar, … Read more
Spring is in full swing and spring break is here or just around the corner. Bring the beach to you this year with this fun and easy smoothie bowl. This is a great recipe to make with the kids, and a good way to get them some extra servings of fruit. This really is sunshine … Read more
Beat the heat this Summer with this refreshing watermelon salad tossed in honey lime dressing! Not only is this salad cold and full of replenishing electrolytes, it takes only minutes to make, and requires only eight ingredients! I don’t know about you, but when the heat of summer hits I’m always looking for easy and … Read more
Chimichurri is a traditional red meat sauce from Argentina & Uruguay and is made from parsley, garlic, olive oil, chili peppers, oregano, and red wine vinegar. It is savory, herbaceous, slightly spicy, and has a rich texture that amplifies anything grilled. Chimichurri balances the char-grilled flavor with fresh, pungent, and tangy goodness you will want … Read more
Happy 4th of July! It’s hard to believe it’s already July and that Summer is in full swing! This means backyard BBQ’s, pool time, and outdoor fun. It also means cold side dishes are king in this summer heat, and this one you don’t want to miss! This Fauxtato salad is a fresh take on … Read more