Break the Recipe: Exploring Allergen-Free Culinary Delights with Chef Nina Jackson

Mealtime Magic & Mayhem

On this episode of Mealtime Magic & Mayhem, host Tricia welcomes chef Nina Jackson to discuss her journey as a self-proclaimed food nerd who cooks without allergens including grains, dairy, egg, soy, corn, almond, cashew, peanut, and other foods. Nina shares her struggles with trying to rediscover joy in cooking and provide food for her friends with allergies and how it led to her creating recipes that everyone could enjoy together.

Nina's journey to discovering her grain and dairy allergy was a tumultuous one, but one filled with strength and determination. As an Italian, food was a staple in her family and she struggled to find meals that fit her new dietary restrictions. Despite feeling excluded, Nina refused to cheat and started experimenting with recipe substitutions. But it wasn't until she broke the rules of cooking and made countless mistakes that she finally found success. Thus, her website, Break a Recipe, was born. Today, Nina shares her journey and recipes with others who may be struggling with similar dietary restrictions.

The conversation also delves into the importance of mealtime as a universal connector and the challenges of cooking without grains and allergens, with the host sharing her struggles with finding alternatives for flour and eggs. Join Tricia and Nina for a conversation about breaking recipes and enjoying food without allergens on this episode of Mealtime Magic & Mayhem.

Connect with Nina:

- Website: BreakARecipe.com

- Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2366445030173142

Grain-Free Lifestyle and Support Community.

Connect with Tricia:

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/tricia.clark.161

Tired to Inspired Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/tiredtoinspiredcooking