Here are some things that I like to have on hand to make my GF DF cooking life a little easier. A lot of these items have been chosen solely on the basis of regional availability, so if you can't find the exact brand, it probably doesn't matter that much. A lot of the items I use are available on Amazon, although most of them are only sold in bulk.
For Baking:
Tools:
- aluminum-free baking powder
- baking soda
- cornstarch
- potato starch
- tapioca flour
- xanthan gum (Bob's Red Mill)
- applesauce in individual cups
- oat flour (Bob's Red Mill))
- dried fruit (cranberries, raisins)
- nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans)
- almond milk
- buttery spread (Earth Balance) - they offer a soy-free option, too
- coconut flakes
- coconut milk
- flaxseed meal (Bob's Red Mill)
- egg replacer - Orgran No Egg Natural Egg Replacer
- agave nectar
- honey
- peanut butter
- oats (the regular oats, not the quick ones)
- gluten-free pasta (my favorite is Tinkyada Pasta Joy)
- brown rice
- basmati rice
- corn meal (polenta)
- tamari sauce (San-J Organic Tamari)
- Worcestershire Sauce (The Wizard's Organic Vegan Worcestershire)
- Bragg All Natural Liquid Aminos
- olive oil
- sesame oil
- grapeseed oil
- rice noodles (A Taste of Thai)
Tools:
- Measuring cups
- Food processor
- blender
- cast iron pan
- silpat baking mat
- a good wire whisk
