Ginger Grapefruit Bread

(The grapefruit was Little Lad's idea...The HBB observes that a small handful of coarsely chopped cranberries might be an attractive touch.)

1 1/2 cups rice flour
1/4 cup tapioca flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 tablespoons ground flax seed

Thoroughly combine dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, combine the following:

1 apple, grated
1 to 2 inches fresh ginger root, minced
juice from one grapefruit (we used pink; about 3/4 cup)
1/2 cup canola oil

Combine wet and dry ingredients (don't mix too thoroughly; just a quick stir), then pour into greased skillet or pan. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes.

SWEETNESS NOTE: The HBB says that this recipe would have benefited from a bit of agave nectar to soften the grapefruit's bitter edge. He suggests 2 tablespoons, or up to 1/4 cup for the sweet tooth.

Banana Bread

1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oatmeal
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup tapioca flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Process oatmeal and raisins in small batches in coffee grinder until finely ground.

Mix all dry ingredients; set aside.

Mash large, ripe banana, then add:

1/4 cup almond butter
2 tablespoons butter substitute (we like Earth Balance spread; note: contains corn and soy)

Mix together moist ingredients, then add to dry ingredients. If needed, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk (soy, rice, hemp or other) to loosen batter.

Bake in iron skillet in 350 degree oven for 15-20 minutes.