INSTEAD OFBreadcrumbs
TRYCrushed certified GF oats or corn cerealMeatballs, casseroles, crispy toppings
$FREE AFFORDABLE INGREDIENT SWAPS
One family meal.
More ways to make it work.
Use simple, familiar alternatives when an ingredient does not fit your household. Compare practical costs, check every label, and avoid buying a specialty product when an everyday staple will do.
AMY'S FIRST RULEUse
what worksfor your family and budget
what worksfor your family and budget
CHOOSE A NEED
Start with one simple swap.
These ideas are starting points, not guarantees for every allergy. Ingredients and manufacturing practices change, so the package label always matters.
Gluten freeChoose products specifically labeled gluten free.
INSTEAD OFWheat pasta
TRYRice, potatoes, or labeled GF pastaBowls, soups, family dinners
$–$$INSTEAD OFFlour for thickening
TRYCornstarch or arrowrootSoups, sauces, gravies
$Check the whole label
Ingredients, allergen statements, and shared-facility information can all help you decide what works for your household.
Compare unit prices
Store brands and naturally suitable staples often cost less than specialty substitutes.
Change one thing first
When trying a swap, keep the rest of the recipe familiar so it is easier to see what works.
Keep a family list
Write down the brands and swaps everyone likes, so the next shopping trip is faster.