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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

How to Help Your Community Pt 2 Tips from the video (previous post) to provide tangible ways to assist your community and give back; whether through one-time meal donation events, volunteering, starting a Little Free Pantry, or donating to a local Food Pantry. Thanks to our funding partner, AAPD

How to Help Feed Your Community. Text that provides 8 tips from donating to a local food bank, to filling or starting a Little Free Pantry, to organizing a food drive.

List of potential items to donate to a food pantry. Special note that you should always check with your local food pantry before donating to see what their needs are and what they have the ability to store.

Tips to consider when donating. These tips include only donating unopened food, donating cans with pull tabs, providing culturally inclusive food options, and providing options for people with nut, gluten and dairy allergies.

Suggested list of items to put inside a Little Free Pantry such as cans, microwavable foods, spices, individually wrapped snacks, evaporated milk, and hygiene items.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

If you have noticed a need for free food to be offered in your area and have a great location to set up a food pantry, we want to help! If selected to receive a grant, you will be sent a weatherproof food storage cabinet and $75 to stock with food. form.jotform.com/253087147700...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

ACTION ALERT!!!! It's Hunger Action Month: Tell lawmakers to strengthen nutrition programs! The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps about 42 million of our neighbors facing hunger buy groceries to keep nutritious meals on the table. act.feedingamerica.org/jk_3o53qQUa3...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Earlier this week we hosted a gathering of university and college food pantry organizers to determine what some of the common experiences, challenges, and trends are showing. Join us and the Food Security Network! Link: form.jotform.com/kellyskitche...

Image Description: Image of a young girl with dark skin and dark hair. She is sitting outside loking into the camera but going through a school notebook. Text around her says "Calling College and University Food Pantry Resources. Join our Food Security Network and Quarterly Meetings". A QR code to the Food Security Network sits in the middle right of the image.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Celiac Awareness Day — September 13 We’re committed to supporting food justice and inclusion—check out our blog for many gluten-free recipes that can be enjoyed by everyone: www.kellys-kitchen.org/blog Learn more about celiac disease at Beyond Celiac: www.beyondceliac.org/celiac-aware...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

🌱🥛 Happy World Plant Milk Day! 🥛🌱 Did you know that nearly 40% of U.S. households buy plant-based milk, and it makes up about 14% of all milk sales nationwide? Plant-based milks continue to be a staple—especially in natural grocery stores, where they hold an incredible 36% of all milk sales.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Disabled people are more than 2x as likely to face food insecurity than non-disabled peers. 28% of households that include a working-age adult with a disability experience food insecurity, compared to 10% of households without.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Thanks to everyone who came out to our canning/pickling event held in partnership with Sustaining Way this past Saturday. Special Thanks to Sustaining Way Dolly with ASL Services LLC Nicholtown Community Members

Image Descriptions: various candid photos of different stages of the pickling process: cutting Vegetables, adding them to the mason jars, mixing/creating the bring mixture, and the final product of pickled vegetables. Photos also include Kelly speaking to the group with an ASL interpreter seated next to her.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Happy National Raspberry Day! Fresh raspberries are at their peak in summer—perfectly sweet, tangy, and bursting with benefits: Loaded with antioxidants like vitamin C and quercetin, helping fight inflammation and support immunity. Rich in dietary fiber, great for digestion and keeping you full

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

🥕 Have you heard about The Monthly Morsel? 🌱 It’s our bite-sized, info-packed email that provides resources, support, and more —exclusive perks for Food Security Network members only. Available in English and Spanish: form.jotform.com/kellyskitche...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Kelly's Kitchen team member Jenny Border spent this past week at Rolling Rascals Camp in Bellville, Ohio Read more on our Facebook page!

Image Descriptions: candid photos of Jenny, an Asian American woman in a power wheelchair showing other camp attendees accessible cooking tools as well as candid photos posing with other camp attendees of various ages who also use manual wheelchairs while enjoying camp.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

SNAP/EBT Eligibility & Local Incentives - Fresh produce (including corn) is 100% SNAP‑eligible—covered whether fresh, canned, or frozen - EBT cards accepted at supermarkets, farmers’ markets, and other authorized retailers. - USDA reports ~60% of farmers markets accept SNAP

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Check out this delicious meal of Imperial Rice made by our guest speaker who taught us about the history of this dish and the importance of it to her culture and family! Join us for future classes! form.jotform.com/kellyskitche...

Image Description: Photo of a baking dish with cooked imperial rice.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Toss in: veggie & fruit peels, coffee grounds, yard clippings, dry leaves, eggshells, stale bread—anything plant-based & pesticide-free. Leave out: meat, dairy, oils, pet waste, produce stickers, bones, anything oily or treated. homesteadandchill.com/how-to-compost-101

Illustrated chart titled “Composting Basics — what you can compost and what you should pitch.” The green “Compostable” side shows broccoli stalks, coffee grounds, a carrot top, cracked eggshells, a plate of leftovers, banana peel, grass clippings, a bread slice, red apple, a pile of autumn leaves, and a green compost bin icon. The red “Non-Compostable” side lists a produce sticker, charcoal lump, bottle of cooking oil, gray trash can, milk carton, bone, cheese wedge, raw steak, fish skeleton, and a small cat in a litter tray.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

🌿 Upcoming Event: Garden Learning Day with TigerLilly Learning Saturday, May 24, hosting TigerLilly Learning for a fun and educational Kids Day in the Garden. 📍 Location: Walhalla Community Garden (directly in front of the Walhalla City Pool) 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM 🎟️ Cost: Free & open to all

Image Description: Illustrated flyer on a pale green background: four watercolor seed packets—pink flower, red radishes, orange carrot, and white scallions—hang from a clothesline at the top. A hand-lettered banner beneath them reads “From Seed to Harvest w/ OCP.” Event details follow: “May 24th, 9 a.m.–11 a.m., Walhalla City Pool, 101 N Maple St, Walhalla, SC 29691.” A small wooden sign labeled “Garden” sits on the left, and a pair of green gardening gloves decorates the right. The closing text asks parents to send children in closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get dirty, and suggests bringing optional sunscreen, bug spray, and a hat.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Struggling with traditional knives due to limited grip strength, dexterity, or mobility? The rocker knife is a game-changing adaptive tool that makes slicing easier, safer, and more accessible for everyone. www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxmQ...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Did you know that today is #WorldBeeDay? Bees pollinate 75% of fruits, nuts, and vegetables grown in the U.S. Whether you enjoy flower gardens or vegetable gardens, make sure you have a space for pollinators to flourish to get the best version of your garden that you can have!

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Kelly's Kitchen & The Color Coded Chef continue providing interactive, virtual cooking classes with emphasis on accessibility. Class #2: TOMORROW, May 20, 2025 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm EST we will make Imperial Rice Registration Link: form.jotform.com/kellyskitche...

Image Description: photo of Imperial Rice on a plate with the right that says: May 20. Imperial Rice with Kelly's Kitchen & The Color Coded Chef. Both organization logos on the top left corner.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

We have been brainstorming ways to keep Food Security Network members engaged in the work and find value in being a part of this network! Join us! English: form.jotform.com/kellyskitche... Spanish: www.jotform.com/250963998763...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

#InternationalNoDietDay Shifting focus to real health—which includes physical, emotional, mental & disability-inclusive well-being. Health looks different for everyone. Adaptive eating is valid and necessary. Body positivity includes mobility aids, scars, assistive devices, and chronic conditions

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

This day is vital for: - Raising awareness about the safety and health needs of disabled workers. - Promoting inclusive workplaces that accommodate all employees. - Advocating for policies that promote the rights of disabled workers, like accessible training, and workplace modifications.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

We are excited to partner with the Color-Coded Chef for virtual cooking class #2 with emphasis on accessibility for people with disabilities who want to increase their culinary skills. May 20 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm EST form.jotform.com/kellyskitche...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Communities of color face higher levels of food insecurity, often due to economic instability & limited access to nutritious foods. Unemployment and underemployment disproportionately affect Black communities, further entrenching cycles of poverty and hunger. blackyouthproject.com/50-years-lat...

Image Description: yellow background with two blue circles that show statistics. Title says "Black Communities Have the Highest Rate of Food Insecurity in America". Statistics are: 24% of Black Americans experience food insecurity. 8% of white Americans experience food insecurity."

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

On #InternationalCreativityAndInnovationDay we want to share the importance and ingenuity in accessible and inclusive kitchenware. We know that access to adaptive and affordable kitchen tools can make all the difference, which is why we’ve created a resource. www.kellys-kitchen.org/kitchen-tool...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Our mission includes promoting healthy nutrition and exploring employment opportunities in the food and beverage industry, especially for people with disabilities. We share job listings and promote inclusive hiring. www.kellys-kitchen.org/employment-i...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

The Food Security Network searchable map has been live on our website for a little over a month now and we have to say it has been a HUGE success! Check out our map, and if YOU are a food resource that wants to join our network, fill out the form here: www.kellys-kitchen.org/food-securit...

Image Description: Screenshot of the Kelly's Kitchen website on the "Programming" page for the Food Security Network map which shows many red dots all over a searchable map that are food resources across the United States.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

@eatokratheapp.bsky.social EatOkra has been named a 2025 James Beard Foundation Impact Award honoree — a moment that speaks volumes about the power of Black food, community, and connection. 🗳 Cast your vote for EatOkra here: vote.webbyawards.com Voting open through April 17th at 11:59pm PDT.

Image Description: photo of EatOkra founders with text that says 2025 James Bear Awards. We're a 2025 James Beard Impact Award Honoree".

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Did you know that National Gardening Day was established in 2018? 1500 BC: Ancient Egyptians gardened for pleasure 16th Century Europe: Gardens were for food, herbs & some flowers 17th-18th Century America: Landowners gardened for income 19th Century: Ornamental gardens became popular hobbies.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

🍅🌱 Get Ready to Grow! FREE Seeds Available for the #GrowFoodChallenge! 🌱🍅 Mark your calendars! This Saturday, April 12th, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, the Northwest Tennessee Local Food Network and Second Harvest Food Bank are hosting a special START DAY for the #GrowFoodChallenge!

Image Description: photos of plants in the growing and starting stage as well as a photo of a bag of compost. Text says" Grow! Start! Compost! April 12, 2025. #GrowFoodChallenge. Pick up your FREE SEEDS from 9-11:30 am at Second Harvest Food Bank, 69 Benton Industrial Road, Camden, TN. Extra seeds, staff and a planting station will also be available on-site to help you get started. QR code to register to attend included.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

“Our Food Security Network, which Ford supports, is a searchable database of every type of food assistance available in communities around the country. So far, 31,188 organizations are being served through the Food Security Network.” view.e.fordfoundation.org?qs=1b85d85fc...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act airs tonight on the PBS series, “American Experience.” The film brings to life one of the great civil rights movements in American history, where disabled Americans made their demands known and Congress was forced to respond.

Image Description: American flag with the symbol for a person in a wheelchair. Text says American Experience Films. Access for Every Body. Change Not Charity. The Americans with Disabilities Act. March 25 at 9/8 C on PBS.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

🌟 Meet Devin! 🌟 Through our Nourishment Beyond the Plate program, Devin gained the tools and confidence to create nutritious meals for himself. With hands-on cooking lessons, inclusive kitchen equipment, and simple recipes, he built new culinary skills and embraced his independence.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

🎉🌽 Celebrate National Tamale Day 🌽🎉 Originating from indigenous cultures in what is now-known as Mexico & Guatemala, tamales were portable meals for hunters, travelers & warriors. These delicious bundles of masa filled with meats, cheeses, fruits, or vegetables were considered sacred.

Image Description: photo of a plate of tamales wrapped in corn husks.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

🚨 REALITY CHECK: Black and Hispanic families are TWICE as likely to face food insecurity during the pandemic. This disparity demands urgent action. Let's build equitable food systems together. #FoodSecurity #FoodJustice #BioneersFoodWeb #RacialEquity

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

This Women’s History Month, we’re proud to highlight Miss Virginia’s Food Pantry, a cornerstone of food security in Indiana, founded by the compassionate and determined Virginia Schrantz. 🔗 Website: www.missvirginiafoodpantry.com

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Make sure you check out our Accessible Kitchen Tools and Equipment section of the website. This is VERY helpful information if you are currently participating in any of our virtual cooking classes and need some accessible kitchen equipment to make things easier for you in your home!

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Nearly 3,000 households in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, and Wyoming counties in West Virginia are estimated to be eligible for relief to help with grocery expenses. In-person D-SNAP applications available March 17-21, 2025. www.kellys-kitchen.org/blog/usda-an...

Image Description: News Release. USDA Announces Approval of D-SNAP for West Virginia Disaster Areas.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Our Food Security Network has launched! Check it out! www.kellys-kitchen.org/food-securit...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

www.chicagofoodpolicy.com/20th-summit

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

We have partnered with AfroVegan Society this month to bring another layer of inclusion & accessibility to the great work they do at the intersection of Food & Racial Justice. The next cooking demo will be TOMORROW, Friday, February 14, 2025 at 1 pm EST. www.afrovegansociety.org/veguary/regi...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

UPDATE: The first Veguary Cooking Class with @afrovegansociety last Friday, February 7, 2025 at 1 pm EST demonstrating how to make $10 Fried Chik'n Wraps was postponed. As soon as this demo is rescheduled and held, we will provide a follow-up reaction blog and social media post!

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

Looking forward to the first Veguary Cooking Class with @afrovegansociety today at 1 pm EST! We will be providing a follow-up reaction blog and social media posts every Monday after this cooking class series all month long and can't wait to tell you about it!

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

We recently submitted Nourishment Beyond the Plate program to US Aging to be a part of their Innovation Hub where others can learn how to replicate accessible, inclusive, and culturally competent cooking classes to community members! Links to the US Aging Innovation Hub at the LinkTree in our bio!

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Through our Nourishment Beyond the Plate program, Devin gained the tools and confidence to create nutritious meals for himself. With hands-on cooking lessons, inclusive kitchen equipment, and simple recipes, he built new culinary skills and embraced his independence. #NationalStorytellingWeek

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Food Security Network launches this winter, providing families like Sarah’s with accessible food resources. They often face challenges finding assistance. Soon they'll be able to discover resources that meet diverse accessibility needs, including programs that may even deliver.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

🍽️ 72% of households served by food banks live at or below the federal poverty line, highlighting the strong link between poverty and hunger. This Poverty in America Awareness Month, let's unite to support those in need and work towards sustainable solutions. 💪

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

SAVE THE DATE for the upcoming virtual cooking class on February 4, 2025 at 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm EST We are partnering with the Color-Coded Chef to provide virtual cooking classes with emphasis on accessibility. Register: form.jotform.com/kellyskitche...

Photo of potato soup and layered dessert from the ingredient and instruction recipe. Text around these images say "Kelly's Kitchen and the Color Coded Chef 2025 Virtual Cooking Class = February 4, 2025 at 4:30 pm EST. Join us to make Potato Soup and Layered Dessert". Kelly's Kitchen and Color Coded Chef logos included at the bottom of the image.

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

SAVE THE DATE for the upcoming virtual cooking class on February 4, 2025 at 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm EST Make sure you register to attend - we would love to have you! Registration Link (also found in our bio): form.jotform.com/kellyskitche...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

#PovertyInAmericaAwarenessMonth We recognize that employment is a crucial pathway out of poverty. Our mission includes promoting healthy nutrition & exploring employment opportunities in the food and beverage industry, especially for people with disabilities. www.kellys-kitchen.org/employment-i...

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Kelly's Kitchen @kellyskitchen-chs.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

Happy #NationalGlutenFreeDay Did you know that estimates suggest that 20%–31% of US adults eat gluten-free or try to avoid it? Make sure to check out our blog baking recipes and Nourishment Beyond the Plate recipes on our website. All are gluten-free friendly! www.kellys-kitchen.org

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