Imagine a fresh gluten-free flatbread that won't weigh you down yet is still fluffy and delicious, topped with dijon mustard, tahini lime dressing, grilled zucchini, meaty mushrooms, grilled bell peppers, caramelized onions, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, a touch of salt, more dressing, lettuce, tomato, sprouts, a tiny more dressing and lid on top. Take a big bite and you get the flavor of the smoky charred grilled vegetables, juicy tomato, creamy avocado, fresh and crisp vegetables with the tangy tahini lime dressing. It is a party in your mouth! 

Sometimes there is nothing more comforting than a PB&J! It brings me right back to being a kid and fond memories. Those memories extend through out my life. Is it true for you? My husband is a huge fan and I knew he'd be tickled if I made him one. With homemade oat bread, pecan butter and strawberry jam, satisfaction was found!!

Oats and water plus a few other ingredients are all that will be needed to whip up a loaf of bread. It's not the fanciest loaf but it's warm, hot, gluten-free bread that works great as sandwich bread. Spread some nut butter and jam and you are eating few ingredients, all of which are healthy for you! No preservatives here, no additives, sugar, dairy, oil or gluten just 100% healthy ingredients to create a yummy sandwich!

For the bread:

• 3 tbsp flax meal
• 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp warm water
• 3 cups oat flour *Certified gluten free
• 2 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 & 1/2 cups water
• Opt: 1/3 Cup Agave 

Top with:

• Handful of gluten free oats

Directions:

1. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Mix flax meal with 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp warm water and let sit while prepping the balance.
3. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl and mix together.
4. Combine the congealed flax mixture to 1 1/2 cups of water and agave if using. Whisk until mixed together.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until thoroughly combined.
6. Place in greased and floured 9″ x 5″ loaf pan
7. Bake for approximately 50+ minutes, until a knife comes out clean. Turn off oven and leave bread in oven to cool for about 30 minutes.  Slice and serve!

Add Your Favorite Nut Butter and Jam. We chose a pecan butter with Homemade Strawberry Chia Jam!

Bon Appétit!
Christa

5 Stars - Marcia writes: 

Submitted on 2015/03/05 at 4:38 PM"This was absolutely delicious. This was only my 2nd try at using the bread machine first try did not come out so good. I used agave nectar, 1/3 cup. The bread was sweet and the texture was perfect. I am making it again, this time using molasses, because agave is so expensive. I highly recommend this recipe."

This recipe is created with minimal effort and creates a wholesome loaf that is gluten-free, yeast-free, oil-free, sugar-free, nut-free and dairy-free! With minimalistic  ingredients used, almost anyone can bring their bread god or goddess out in them and enjoy the benefits! It has a mild flavor that could be enhanced with a little sweetener or spices for a different blend.

How does one make it? Simply mix the ingredients, pour into a loaf pan and bake. No kneading is required. No hours of labor. It takes about 15 minutes of preparation while the oven does the rest. Give it an hour or more to bake and you'll be salivating waiting for that warm fresh bread to come out of the oven so you can smother it in your favorite spread. At least, that was my experience! :)

How will you enjoy it? We made a PB&J! Technically it was an AB&J as we used almond butter but PB&J has such a better ring  to it and brings back childhood memories! My husband LOVES and I mean LOVES a PB&J smothered in jam. I made homemade almond butter and jam for a healthy and satisfying sandwich!

My husbands is featured on the left and mine is on the right, his had jam oozing out of it! :)

Ingredients:

• 3 cups oat flour *Certified gluten free (or preferred gluten free flour)
• 1 & 1/2 cups water
• 2 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp agave
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 3 tbsp ground chia seeds (or flax meal)
• 9 tbsp warm water = 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp water
• + Handful of gluten free oats to top

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Loving Preparation:

1. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Mix ground chia with the 9 tbsp warm water and set aside to create a vegan egg substitute.
3. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl and mix together.
4. Combine the congealed chia mixture to the balance of the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix well until combined.
6. Place in greased and floured 9″ x 5″ loaf pan
7. Bake for approximately 50+ minutes, until a knife comes out clean. Turn off oven and leave bread in oven to cool for about 30 minutes. Slice and serve!

Adapted from: Happy Gut! I was so happy with the results I wanted to share it with you!
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I hope you enjoy a slice of homemade bread and a bright new week!

Love,
Christa

Ingredients:

• 2 cans jackfruit in brine, drained and rinsed well with solid center pieces removed.
• 1 red onion, minced
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• Hamburger buns - or fresh veggies! (I used: 1 bell / 1 avocado)

Dry Rub:

• 1/2 tsp + spicy red pepper flakes (I like it spicy - I used about 1 tsp)
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• dash of salt
• dash of garlic powder

Sauce:

• Favorite BBQ Sauce
• Dash of Maple Syrup

 Directions:

1. Mix together dry rub ingredients and toss over pre-rinsed and drained jackfruit. Place in medium pot over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes, until it starts to become tender.
2. Pour sauce over jackfruit and simmer.
3. Meanwhile, sauté the onion and garlic until caramelized. Add to jackfruit mixture and continue to simmer for 30-60 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a cooking sheet with parchment paper and spray with a nonstick spray.
5. Place simmered "pork" onto prepared cooking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes. It will help create a more firm and chewy texture.
6. Load up your favorite bun or serve with fresh veggies and dig in!

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Tip: Ensure Hamburger Buns and BBQ Sauce are Gluten-Free if allergic to gluten.