Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
Smooth, sweet, and with a hint of baking spice, apple butter is one of my all time favorite fall apple treats. Traditional apple butter uses brown sugar, which isn’t very gut friendly. My SCD version replaces the brown sugar with honey which gives it a very old fashioned appeal. If you didn’t know, refined sugar … Read more
Easter brunch is a tradition for many, and cinnamon baked goods are usually the center of attention. They are at our house anyway! When looking to recreate the inviting warm scent of cinnamon infused soft baked dough topped with gooey icing I immediately thought of a classic; monkey bread. Traditionally, monkey bread is made in … Read more
One of my favorite childhood breakfasts on cold Midwest winter mornings was oatmeal. Since starting SCD, I have missed this hot, comforting, baking spice filled dish. This recreation is incredibly reminiscent and checks all the flavor and texture boxes! I have decided to name this dish porridge as the size of the cauliflower rice is … Read more
Coffee is a tricky thing for people suffering with IBD, and can make symptoms worse. I only recommend having this, or any coffee, when you are not having a flare. If you are having coffee make sure it is watered down. Even when doing well, I limit myself to one of these coffees or less … Read more