Gluten Free Rustic Herb Loaf

‍Rustic Herb Loaf: A Better Bread Than Cornbread

Corn’s often genetically modified (GMO), loaded with pro-inflammatory compounds, and can spike blood sugar faster than you can say “pass the butter.” It’s not doing your gut or your joints any favors.

Enter my Rustic Herb Loaf—a quick bread that’s part focaccia, part cornbread, but honestly, I think it’s better. It’s got that satisfying texture you crave, with a nutty hint from hazelnuts and a savory kick from Herbs de Provence. Best part? It sidesteps corn’s downsides with organic brown rice flour and organic oat flour—two powerhouses that keep inflammation in check and your body humming.

Why these flours? Organic brown rice flour is gentle on your system, packed with manganese for strong bones, and naturally gluten-free. Oat flour? It’s a fiber-rich, heart-loving champ that stabilizes blood sugar. Don’t have oat flour? No sweat—toss some rolled oats in your food processor, blitz them up, and you’ve got fresh flour in seconds.

This loaf is easy—mix, bake, enjoy. No GMO worries, no inflammatory baggage. Just real, wholesome ingredients that taste amazing and make you feel even better. Ditch the cornbread guilt and give this a whirl. Your body will thank you.

God's peace,

Terry Pilch

Rustic Herb Loaf (Gluten-Free Faux Cornbread)

Serving Size: 9 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oat flour (Bob’s Red Mill)
• 1 1/3 cup non-dairy milk (e.g., unsweetened almond milk)
• 3/4 cup brown rice flour (reduced from 1 cup)
• 1/4 cup hazelnut flour (Bob’s Red Mill)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder (gluten-free)
• 1/2 tsp baking soda (gluten-free)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp Herbs de Provence (or dried herbs like rosemary, thyme, or oregano)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oat flour, brown rice flour, hazelnut flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and Herbs de Provence until well combined.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   
   • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, non-dairy milk, and olive oil until smooth.
4. Combine Wet and Dry:
   
   • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix. The batter should be slightly thick but pourable.
5. Bake:
   
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
   • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

‍Macronutrients (Per Serving, Approximate):

• Calories: ~200-210 kcal 
• Fat: 9-10 grams
  
  • Saturated Fat: ~1.5-2 grams 
• Carbohydrates: 25-27 grams 
  
  • Dietary Fiber: ~3-4 grams 
  • Sugars: ~6-7 grams 
• Protein: 5-6 grams 

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