Things I Love: Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Oats
I love oats and Bob’s Red Mill now produces oats that are certified gluten free. (Make sure you purchase the GF oats…it’s clearly labeled on the bag.)
What I use them for:
- Making homemade granola: click here for my recipe
- Making Monster Cookies
- To add to a topping for a fruit cobbler
- A hearty breakfast in the winter
Why I love it: While oats have been controversial in the past in regard to their gluten content, Bob’s are certified and good to go. Oats were one of the foods I missed the most when first diagnosed and now I don’t have to miss out on them anymore. When following a recipe using oats, you don’t have to change it at all. They cook the same as any other oats.
Shortcoming(s):
- More expensive than non-certified gluten free oats, but unfortunately that’s not unusual in the GF world.
- Sometimes can be difficult to find in stores. Good news! Kroger on Howell Mill Road carries them as does the Buckhead Whole Foods.
I’ve been reading through your site and wondering if oats were allowed and then I read this article. I’m really glad that I stumbled upon your site. I feel oats are important to keep my cholesterol under control in a natural way and Bob’s Red Mill GF Oats looks like the answer. Thanks.
Yes, Bob’s Red Mill are great! You can order them online at Amazon too. (Free shipping if you spend over $25!) So glad you found Gluten Freedom helpful.