Deliciously Organic - Carrie Korem, FNTP

Healthy, gluten free recipes and thyroid disease including Hashimoto's, Graves', Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism

Chicken Stir Fry (Gluten-Free)

Chicken stir-fry is one of my favorite things to make on the evening of a busy day. All of the vegetables, meat and sauces can be made earlier in the day and then ready to toss together the minute you walk through the door. When ...Continue Reading

Lemon Cream Pots (Gluten-Free)

When it’s hot outside and you want something refreshing Lemon Cream Pots are the answer! Lemon Cream pots are a combination of cream, raw honey, lemon zest and lemon juice that tastes a lot like the filling of a Lemon Icebox Pie. ...Continue Reading

Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Raisins

Broccoli salad with bacon and raisins is an old Southern favorite. It's a combination of broccoli, red onion, raisins, carrots, pumpkin seeds and bacon and is tossed with a creamy and slightly sweet dressing. This salad is ...Continue Reading

Morning Glory Muffins (Gluten-Free)

I have fond memories of my Mom making Morning Glory Muffins for our family when I was a kid. I've missed having these muffins, so I recreated my Mom's recipe using grain-free ingredients! These nutrient-dense muffins are packed ...Continue Reading

Tortilla Soup Recipe

For many years, Tortilla Soup has been a family favorite. The soup is cooked all in one pot and can put on the table in just 45 minutes! You can serve the soup with any of your favorite toppings such as tomatoes, raw cheese, ...Continue Reading

Spicy Black Bean Soup

Black Bean Soup a comforting and nourishing dish that's economical, keeps in the fridge for several days, and also freezes well. My recipes always call for dried beans that need to be soaked overnight before cooking. I realize ...Continue Reading

Bacon, Tomato, and Cheddar Breakfast Bake

This bacon, tomato, and cheddar breakfast bake is perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch! When friends and family come to visit, I’m usually stumped as to what to serve for breakfast. I want something that doesn’t pull me away ...Continue Reading

Chili “Cornbread” Pie (Gluten-Free)

Chili and cornbread go so well together, so I thought I’d combine the two in this recipe for Chili Cornbread Pie! The chili can be made ahead of time before pouring it into the baking dish to bake with the cornbread. You can even ...Continue Reading

Orange Glazed Salmon Recipe (Gluten-Free)

Orange Glazed Salmon is a great weeknight recipe that’s packed with flavor. When you shop for salmon, look for a fish that was caught in the wild and is free of preservatives. Marketers like to try and trick you, so always look ...Continue Reading

Beef Stew (Gluten Free)

Beef stew is a comforting and nourishing meal that has become a family favorite. Years ago, this stew that taught me how to tenderize tough cuts of meat. It’s all about the cooking time. A tough cut of meat like a beef roast needs ...Continue Reading

Gluten-Free Stuffing

Since I've continued eating a gluten-free diet, I wanted to find a way to include dressing on our Thanksgiving table, so today I'm bringing you a grain-free stuffing recipe! I've also been missing biscuits, so I tested for a few ...Continue Reading

Duchess Potatoes

Thanksgiving is just two weeks away, so now’s the time to start planning your menu! Duchess Potatoes are definitely a special occasion side dish, and one your family will love. The potatoes are boiled and then mixed with cream, ...Continue Reading

Pound Cake Recipe (Gluten-Free)

A classic pound cake is a staple recipe and I’m excited today to bring you a grain-free pound cake recipe that tastes every bit as good as the original! I’ve been doing some thinking about what kinds of sugars to use in my ...Continue Reading

White Bean and Ham Soup

Fall is here, which means it’s time for nourishing soups! This white bean soup with ham is warm and comforting, and best of all, it’s completely prepared in a slow cooker. I’m often asked if legumes are “safe” to eat when you ...Continue Reading

Waffles with Sausage (Gluten-Free)

I love serving waffles and sausage together for a weekend breakfast, and I thought, why not combine the two? So today, I’ve got a fun recipe for grain-free waffles with sausage.  I’m often asked if it’s ok to eat sausage because ...Continue Reading

Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie (Gluten-Free)

There’s nothing more fun than ending a meal with a skillet chocolate chip cookie topped with vanilla ice cream! In this recipe, the butter is browned to give it a nutty, deep flavor, and I kept with nut-free and egg-free ...Continue Reading

Pizza Pockets (Gluten-Free)

Homemade pizza pockets are a fun make-ahead meal that the kids and adults alike will love! These grain-free pizza pockets are layered with mozzarella, pepperoni, marinara sauce and baked until golden. The dough is very easy to ...Continue Reading

Easy Garlic Chicken Recipe (Gluten-Free)

This easy Garlic Chicken recipe has quickly become a new family favorite. It’s easy to prepare, and the fragrance of the garlic combined with the slightly sweet sauce is a winning combination! You can serve the garlic chicken with ...Continue Reading

12 Healthy Ingredients to Add to a Smoothie

Smoothies are an easy way to get a lot of nutrients in a glass, and I’m always on the lookout for ways to add additional healthy ingredients to add to a smoothie. I like to go beyond the basics to really raise the nutrient ...Continue Reading

Peach Cobbler (Gluten-Free, Egg-Free)

Peach cobbler is the essence of summer! Sweet juicy peaches topped with a fluffy, buttery, cake-like topping that’s just slightly crisp is one of the best ways I can think of to finish off a meal. I know that peach season is ...Continue Reading

Tomato and Bacon Hash

Tomato bacon hash is a great breakfast or side dish and is perfect for all of the summer tomatoes in season right now! This is a simple recipe made with pastured bacon, ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, Worcestershire and ...Continue Reading

Rum Raisin Ice Cream (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

Haagen-Dazs Rum Raisin Ice Cream was always a favorite flavor in our house growing up. I’d actually never made a homemade version until recently, and since it’s summertime, now is the perfect time to share!  If you're avoiding ...Continue Reading

Shrimp and Grits (Gluten-Free)

My mom grew up in Louisiana and learned how to cook all of the Southern and Cajun classics, so dishes like Crawfish Etouffee, Gumbo, Jambalaya and Shrimp and Grits were served up often. I’m so thankful she taught me how to make all of ...Continue Reading

Fruit Pizza (Gluten-Free)

Fruit pizza was one of my favorite desserts as a kid. A soft sugar cookie topped with sweet fluffy cream cheese and fresh fruit. What's not to love?! If you’d like to make the dairy-free version of this recipe, you’ll need to whip ...Continue Reading

Strawberry Lemonade Muffins (Gluten-Free)

Strawberries and lemons are such a fun summer combo, so I thought it would be fun to give you a recipe for strawberry lemonade muffins! These muffins have a strong lemon flavor with fresh chopped strawberries throughout. Here ...Continue Reading

Chicken Taco Salad (Gluten-Free)

A chicken taco salad loaded with vegetables, a bit of cheese and a cilantro dressing is a fabulous meal for the warmer months. I prefer to put this salad together minus the dressing, so it can last a couple of days in the fridge or so ...Continue Reading

Zucchini Bites (Gluten-Free)

Zucchini bites are a fun way to get in some extra vegetables and these are a favorite with kids! They are a combination of zucchini, parmesan cheese, ground up plantain chips, eggs, and garlic. They're really easy to make, and while I ...Continue Reading

Easy Slow Cooker Pepper Steak (Gluten-Free)

The end of the school year can be almost as busy as the holiday season, so it’s a great time to pull out the slow cooker! One of our recent favorites is slow cooker pepper steak because it barely takes any time to prepare and at the ...Continue Reading

Triple Lemon Sheet Cake (Gluten-Free)

I love a layered cake, but a sheet cake is much less work and is great to take to a potluck or a casual outdoor meal in the spring and summer. This triple lemon sheet cake is sweetened with honey and is good enough to eat on its own. ...Continue Reading

Creamy Chicken, Tomato and Vegetable Soup

Creamy Chicken, Tomato and Vegetable Soup has been a reader favorite for over 8 years now! It's creamy, full of flavor and super comforting. I have a secret for all my soups - sweat the vegetables. This simple technique adds ...Continue Reading

Teriyaki Salmon (Gluten-Free)

Teriyaki Salmon comes together in a matter of minutes! I like making salmon recipes because they’re quick to prepare and salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can help reduce inflammation. Wild salmon is preferable to ...Continue Reading

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes (Gluten-Free)

A stack of light, fluffy lemon ricotta pancakes is a wonderful way to start the day! I made these with Bob’s Red Mill Paleo flour and they came out beautifully. I found their flour blend last year and will grab it on occasion when I ...Continue Reading

Butter Chicken

Butter chicken is a comforting and nourishing meal that has become a family favorite these last few months. The chicken is marinated in yogurt, vindaloo spice blend, and lemon juice and then combined with caramelized onions, broth, ...Continue Reading

Green Bean Casserole (Gluten-Free)

I grew up in a Baptist church so I'm very familiar with pot-lucks. It always amuses me that there are usually the same dishes, like cheesy hash brown casserole, green bean casserole, deviled eggs, an asian salad with ramen noodles, ...Continue Reading

Green Beans with Dates, Oranges, and Hazelnuts

Green beans with dates, oranges, and hazelnuts is an easy side dish to whip up for your Thanksgiving dinner. Is it really important to know what's in everything you eat? I think feeding ourselves and our families requires educated ...Continue Reading

Pumpkin Roll Cake (Gluten-Free)

Pumpkin Roll Cake is a surprisingly easy-to-make classic fall recipe! The key is to make sure the pumpkin cake is just out of the oven when you flip it and roll it into a dishcloth. After the cake completely cools, it will unroll ...Continue Reading

Beef Queso Dip (Gluten-Free)

A warm bowl of homemade beef queso with organic potato or plantain chips is a fun snack for game day, a family get-together or a potluck. A few weeks ago I arrived home on a late flight after attending the doTERRA annual ...Continue Reading

Salmon Cakes (Gluten-Free)

Salmon cakes have become a new family favorite. They’re healthy, delicious, and easy to make – just combine cooked salmon, mayo, capers, parsley, and plantain chips, with eggs and coconut flour to bind everything ...Continue Reading

Chicken Parmesan Meatballs (Gluten-Free)

My family found a new favorite weeknight recipe! Chicken parmesan meatballs have all the flavors of a classic chicken parmesan rolled into one bite. I had my eye on this recipe for quite a while and then took some time to adapt ...Continue Reading

Tres Leches Cake (Gluten-Free)

A slice of Tres Leches cake defines pure indulgence. Before going gluten-free, my favorite place to enjoy a piece of Tres Leches was a restaurant in Dallas called La Duni. I still visit La Duni for their incredible latin food, but I’m ...Continue Reading

Gluten-Free Chicken Flautas

Paleo chicken flautas are a fun weeknight meal. The filling can be made ahead of time and they make for great leftovers! I’ve made some homemade grain-free tortillas over the years, but they haven’t really hit the mark. So a few ...Continue Reading

3-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse (Gluten-Free)

I originally saw this intriguing recipe as part of a tart in a cooking magazine and I had to give it a try. A 3-ingredient chocolate mousse? Impossible! Well, I was wrong! The only ingredients in this decadent mousse are coconut ...Continue Reading

Sesame Chicken with Plum Sauce (Gluten-Free)

Our family loves this recipe for Sesame Chicken with Plum Sauce! The chicken is marinated in buttermilk which makes it nicely tender (this trick also works for fried chicken). The original family recipe calls for packaged herb ...Continue Reading

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins (Gluten-Free)

These easy-to-make gluten-free lemon poppy seed muffins will please just about everyone at the breakfast table. As you know, I try to minimize the sugar in my recipes as much as possible. This time, I found the muffins actually ...Continue Reading

Cranberry Bread (Gluten-Free)

Cranberry Bread is a classic holiday quick bread you can serve at breakfast, as a light dessert, or dried and used in bread pudding. This subtly sweet grain-free loaf arrives heavily scented with vanilla and dotted with tangy ...Continue Reading

Thumbprint Cookies (Gluten Free)

Thumbprint cookies are icons of the holiday season for me. You don’t have to miss out on your favorite cookies just because you’re avoiding grains and gluten this holiday season! Last year, I gave you my grain free slice-and-bake ...Continue Reading

Easy Gravy Recipe (Gluten-Free)

It pays to have an easy gravy recipe in your repertoire – and not just for Thanksgiving! This gravy recipe contains just six ingredients and provides a nice depth of flavor because of the caramelized onions and homemade chicken ...Continue Reading

Hazelnut Tart (Gluten-Free)

I’ve shared dozens of grain-free recipes over the past few years; today I’ve got a hazelnut tart recipe I think you’re going to love. I’m striving to help make your big holiday meals both nutrient-dense and thoroughly enjoyed by ...Continue Reading

Pavlova (Gluten-Free)

I had a small dilemma in my kitchen for the last year. Pavlova is my absolute favorite dessert, and I’ve wanted to bring you a recipe with less-processed ingredients. I’ve tested pavlova recipes using sweeteners like raw honey, maple ...Continue Reading

Pecan Chicken Stir Fry (Gluten-Free)

Pecan Chicken Stir Fry was a regular dinner staple in my house when I was a kid. My mom would get out the wok, fry up the pecans, and stir-fry in the bell peppers and chicken in a savory sauce. The pecans turn extra buttery and ...Continue Reading

Sesame Tahini Cookies (Gluten-Free)

My favorite cookies contain just a handful of ingredients. When you want a little sweet fix, you can whip up these Sesame Tahini Cookies in minutes, and they’re even easy enough for the kids to bake by themselves! These cookies ...Continue Reading

Coffee Cake (Gluten-Free)

This grain-free coffee cake is nice and moist without being too sweet, and has a crumbly topping. Coffee cake is a traditional European cake that was served alongside a cup of coffee. It was traditionally a single layer cake with a ...Continue Reading

Homemade Thin Mints (Gluten-Free)

Thin Mints are one of my favorite cookies, and this grain-free version tastes just as good as the original! Thin Mints are delicious, but they contain lots of unhealthy ingredients. Here's a short list of some of ...Continue Reading

Roasted Chicken Wings (Gluten-Free)

It's play-off time, which usually means lots of unhealthy snacks, but there are so many ways to make your favorites nutrient-dense and chock-full of healthy ingredients. Roasted Chicken Wings are a great substitute for the conventional ...Continue Reading

Scalloped Potatoes (Gluten-Free)

I love scalloped potatoes as part of a Thanksgiving spread! You can prepare them the day before and quickly reheat them in the oven to reduce the workload on Thanksgiving Day.  It’s a smart idea to use a food processor or mandolin ...Continue Reading

Fudgy Pumpkin Brownies (Grain-Free)

My fudgy chocolate brownies have been a reader favorite for over a year now, and today we’re going to add pumpkin to the mix! I took the chocolate brownie recipe and simply swirled in a sweet pumpkin puree. The brownies incredibly ...Continue Reading

Pulled Pork with Cornbread Topping (Grain-Free)

I absolutely love serving pulled pork with cornbread topping during the fall. The sweet and tangy shredded pork hides under buttery, golden "cornbread." It’s great for potlucks, when you’re having lots of friends over to watch a ...Continue Reading

Squash Fritters (Gluten-Free)

Squash Fritters are an easy side dish that use an abundant summer vegetable in a fun way. This recipe a combination of yellow squash, egg, grain-free flour, jalapeño and a bit of sea salt. These fritters take just minutes to ...Continue Reading

Lemon Icebox Pie (Gluten-Free)

Lemon Icebox Pie really packs in the flavor for a simple southern staple. The filling has just four ingredients and bursts with the freshness of lemons while sitting atop a delicious graham cracker crust. My Grandma made this pie ...Continue Reading

S’more Bars (Gluten-Free)

There's not many things that come close to the indulgence of chocolate, graham cracker and marshmallow. It's an iconic classic and today we're going to take it up a notch with homemade S'more Bars. The recipe takes a few extra ...Continue Reading

Chocolate Molten Lava Cake Recipe (Gluten-Free)

This Chocolate Molten Lava Cake Recipe is a great way to pamper your loved one on Valentine's Day, to make for a dinner party, or any night you want to treat your people! Here’s the best part. You do most of the work ahead of time, ...Continue Reading

Sausage Balls Recipe (Gluten-Free)

I came up with this gluten-free sausage balls recipe and served them to my family last Christmas – they were a huge hit and didn’t last very long! If you’re from the South, you probably remember the sausage balls with Bisquick. I ...Continue Reading

Chocolate Framboise Cake (Grain-Free)

Chocolate Framoboise Cake is completely indulgent and perfect for a special celebration. The original recipe called for Cassis, but I had a hard time finding it, so I used Framboise and it turned out beautifully. Keep this ...Continue Reading

Pumpkin Spice Waffles (Grain-Free, Paleo)

Pumpkin Spice Waffles are fun way to start a fall day! I included a Paleo/dairy-free version of this recipe for you if need to be avoiding dairy right now. Here are some other pumpkin recipes you might enjoy!  Pumpkin ...Continue Reading

Arepas (Grain-Free, Paleo)

I love this recipe for grain-free arepas! I don’t know how to convey how thankful I am that my story of recovery reached so many people last week! Many were encouraged and I loved seeing so many of you reach out to others, ...Continue Reading

Sweet and Sour Meatballs (Gluten-Free)

Sweet and Sour Meatballs is a combination of chicken and shrimp, with a sweet and sour sauce. We’ve reached the 6th anniversary of Deliciously Organic! I’m so thankful for all of you – for the opportunity to share what I’ve ...Continue Reading

Apple Pancake (Gluten-Free)

An Apple Pancake is easy to make and a fun breakfast to get the weekend started! Abby, my younger daughter, has really enjoyed baking lately. She tags recipes in cookbooks and magazines, I jot down the grain-free adaptation if ...Continue Reading

Strawberry Meringue Cake (Gluten-Free)

Strawberry Meringue Cake is a lovely way to end a spring meal! Of all the desserts I’ve ever eaten, this is on my top 5 list. I found the recipe in Nigella Lawson’s book, Forever Summer, many years ago and made it one evening on a ...Continue Reading

Chocolate Berry Tart (Paleo, Grain-Free)

A chocolate berry tart is one of my easy-to-prepare summer dessert staples. The fresh berries make it quite the show-stopper! I used a chocolate crust highlighted by a wonderful combination of sweet, chocolate and just a bit ...Continue Reading

Chocolate Pudding Pie (Gluten-Free)

When I was a kid, each Sunday after church my family would hop into the station wagon and make our way to Highland Park Cafeteria in Dallas for lunch. I loved that place. The people were friendly and I could pick whatever I wanted from ...Continue Reading

Orange Chicken (Gluten-Free)

Orange chicken is a favorite in our house. Crispy, fried chicken with a sweet orange glaze is pretty hard to pass up! It's great served over cauliflower fried rice or if you can tolerate grains, you can serve it over properly prepared ...Continue Reading

Pad Thai (Gluten Free)

Pad Thai is a classic take-out favorite and is quite easily made at home. You'll need to do a bit of chopping and mixing, but once you prep all the ingredients, it only takes 15 minutes to cook on the stove. My very favorite ...Continue Reading

Mexican Cauliflower Rice (Gluten-Free)

This Mexican cauliflower rice is made with cauliflower is a great grain-free alternative and pairs well with chicken fajitas for a complete meal! I hesitated to make “rice” from cauliflower for many months. I just didn’t think the ...Continue Reading

Raspberry Crumble Bars (Gluten-Free)

Today I'm happy to give you a recipe from Kelly who writes the blog, The Nourishing Home. Kelly is a sweet lady with a passion for family and helping others learn how to lead a healthy life. She recently went grain-free and has been ...Continue Reading

White Bean Chicken Chili (Grain-Free)

This white bean chicken chili the perfect soup for a chilly night! One fun benefit of blogging and writing is the new cookbooks publishing houses often send me. Some I give away to friends, but some are so good I curl up in ...Continue Reading

How Much Does Real Food Really Cost?

I often hear people complain about the “expense” of eating unprocessed food. If we really take a closer look and compare prices, though, unprocessed foods provide far better value: Does that make you think twice about the cost of ...Continue Reading