Before You Go:
• Call hosts ahead: explain your needs and offer to bring a safe dish
• Pack emergency snacks (nuts, gluten-free crackers, fruit)
• Research restaurant menus online if dining out
• Bring your own gluten-free bread for stuffing
✅ Always Safe:
• Fresh turkey, ham, roast beef (check seasoning)
• Plain roasted vegetables
• Mashed potatoes (verify no flour added)
• Fresh fruit and cheese platters
• Nuts and olives
• Wine and most spirits
❌ Hidden Gluten Alert:
• Gravy and sauces
• Stuffing and dressing
• Soy sauce (use tamari instead)
• Seasoning mixes
• Pre-basted turkeys
Stuffing: Use gluten-free bread cubes or wild rice
Gravy: Thicken with cornstarch or gluten-free flour
Pie Crust: Almond flour or certified gluten-free mix
Bread Crumbs: Crush gluten-free crackers or cereal
Keep these on hand for quick holiday fixes:
• Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Baking Flour (perfect substitute)
• Gluten-free crackers (Mary's Gone Crackers, Simple Mills)
• Tamari sauce (gluten-free soy sauce)
• Cornstarch (for thickening gravies)
• Certified oats (for stuffing alternatives)
• Call ahead: explain cross-contamination concerns
• Ask questions: "Is this prepared separately?"
• Stick to simple: grilled meats, steamed vegetables
• Skip sauces: request on the side or plain preparation
• Download apps: Find Me Gluten Free, Gluten Free Roads
Make everything gluten-free when you host: easier than separate dishes!
Crowd-Pleasing GF Menu:
• Herb-roasted turkey with lemon
• Garlic mashed potatoes (use butter + cream)
• Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon
• Wild rice stuffing with cranberries
• Flourless chocolate torte
• Separate cutting boards for GF prep
• Clean shared surfaces thoroughly
• Use separate serving spoons for each dish
• Keep GF items covered until serving
• Label dishes clearly at potlucks
Need personalized nutrition support? Our team at The Fatigue Clinic in Collierville helps patients navigate dietary challenges while addressing underlying health issues. Call us for comprehensive care that goes beyond symptom management.
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