: a tenacious elastic protein substance especially of wheat flour that gives cohesiveness to dough
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There were sections for gluten free and vegan recipes.
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Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
In addition to allergy concerns, wheat poses a serious medical risk for those with celiac disease, an autoimmune condition that leaves those affected with hypersensitivity to the gluten found in wheat and some other grains.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
For instance, the famous green bean casserole — with its gluten, dairy and soy-laden ingredients — can be swapped for a simpler yet equally delicious Green Beans Almondine.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2025
The focaccia was bouncy and satisfying, its open gluten structure perfect for soaking up the robust, nutty cheese concoction.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
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Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
In addition to allergy concerns, wheat poses a serious medical risk for those with celiac disease, an autoimmune condition that leaves those affected with hypersensitivity to the gluten found in wheat and some other grains.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
For instance, the famous green bean casserole — with its gluten, dairy and soy-laden ingredients — can be swapped for a simpler yet equally delicious Green Beans Almondine.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2025
The focaccia was bouncy and satisfying, its open gluten structure perfect for soaking up the robust, nutty cheese concoction.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Gluten.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gluten. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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gluten
noun
glu·ten
ˈglüt-ᵊn 
: a tough elastic protein substance in flour especially from wheat that holds together dough and makes it sticky
Medical Definition
gluten
noun
glu·ten
ˈglüt-ᵊn
: a gluey protein substance especially of wheat flour that causes dough to be sticky
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