Cozy Fall Cooking & Allergy-Friendly Thanksgiving Sides
- Wendy Hunter
- Oct 5
- 2 min read
There’s something magical about cooking in Fall, don’t you think?
It’s hands-down my favourite season to be in the kitchen. I love the rhythm of a cozy stew simmering on the stove, the scent of herbs drifting through the house, and the comfort of gathering around a table with warm, hearty food. Nothing beats a one-pot meal that covers all the food groups—and saves on cleanup!
🥣 Why Fall Cooking Feeds More Than Just Hunger
Fall invites us to slow down, to gather, and to savour. I find such joy in making nourishing soups and stews in my crockpot or Dutch oven. Letting a pot bubble away all afternoon feels like the ultimate self-care.
And when friends or family are over? You’ll often find one dish in particular making its way to the table again and again…
🌿 The Side Dish Everyone Asks For
The most requested side dish from my cookbook Simply Meals: The Gluten, Dairy, and Egg Free Way is my Ranch-Style Creamy Cauliflower.
It’s got all the creamy, tangy, herb-forward flavour of your favourite ranch dressing—without a drop of dairy. The texture is rich and silky thanks to allergy-friendly swaps, and nobody ever guesses it’s “free from” anything.
🎄 Making Thanksgiving Meals Easy & Allergy-Friendly
I know that when you’re first learning to cook around food sensitivities, holiday meals can feel intimidating. But after years of practice and plenty of recipe testing, I’ve found a rhythm—and a whole menu!—that works beautifully.
Here’s what you’ll find on my table this time of year:
Gluten-Free Stuffing that still tastes like Grandma’s
Creamy Mashed Potatoes without the dairy (promise, they’re still dreamy!)
Low-Sugar Cranberry Sauce with just the right tartness
Turnip-Apple Casserole — sweet, savory, and always a hit
These dishes have become family favourites. And yes, they’re all featured in my downloadable eBook...
🎁 Make Your Thanksgiving Meals a Breeze
If you’re looking for a way to make the holidays simpler (and safer) for your food-sensitive guests, you need this:
👉 Download my “Simply Sides: The Gluten, Dairy, and Egg Free Way”It includes 15 comforting, crowd-pleasing side dishes that will make allergy-friendly holidays feel effortless.
Only $6.99, and your holiday stress level? Priceless.
Prefer a full cookbook? Buy “Simply Meals” on Indigo/Chapters .
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Wendy
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