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Cooking with a peanut allergy

October 26, 2018

It might seem easy to live with an allergy to peanuts than with an allergy to gluten or dairy ‎products. You think you just need to avoid peanuts? Think again! Peanut oil is now popularly ‎used in a wide variety of recipes and products. From bread to soup, sweets and even in some ‎processed sliced meats. Here are a few tips, to ensure that you eat healthy and stay safe.‎

Always cook at home

When you know exactly what’s in your dish, it means you can eat it without worrying. When it ‎comes to recipes such as pastries and cake, you can easily substitute peanut oil for vegetable oil, ‎while olive oil can be used in your savory recipes such as this savory rice recipe as long as there’s ‎no deep frying included. For healthier versions, use 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil before cooking ‎in a low fat fryer like Actifry or Fry Delight. At lunchtime, prepare homemade sandwiches and ‎wholesome salads. And why not invest in a bread machine? That way, you can be absolutely ‎certain that the flour you’re using doesn’t put your health at risk.‎

Dairy products such as labneh and cheese are a risk-free way to enhance your meals and take ‎them to a whole new level. Invite your friends over for a raclette gathering and enjoy dipping ‎slices of beef or chicken or even steamed vegetables like carrots in melted cheese. If you prefer ‎sweet to savory, make your own butter or yogurt and try out different chocolate cake recipes ‎with your kids. Don’t forget that you can experiment with all the different smoothies that are ‎delicious and harmless!‎ ‎