Everyday Fare With Extraordinary Flair
This Chickpea Garden Vegetable Soup is a celebration of summer’s produce in healthy comfort food form.
This time of year I’m always torn between wanting a salad or a big old plate of grilled vegetables for dinner, or something a little more substantial like soup. Summer produce is still going strong and this soup gives you the best of both worlds.…
For me, the opportunity to get to know my blog readers is one of the things I enjoy most about blogging. I love meeting and getting to know people (even if it is just via email) from all walks of life living in all areas of the world. And I really love it when you guys email me (and/or message me, tweet me, or leave a comment for me) with a request....
As a food blogger, most of the food I make is memorialized in a photograph or a written recipe. Even if it’s less formal than a recipe for a book or my blog – for example, a recipe I share in one of my (very rare) What I Ate Wednesday posts or on Instagram – the vast majority of my food is recorded in some way. Which is, admittedly, a teensy cumbersome sometimes....
I don’t know about you, but I prefer a romantic Valentine’s Day meal at home over a meal at most restaurants. That way you get to enjoy a quiet meal with your loved one in the comfort of your own home without any waiting or traveling…and I’m guessing the food is just as good (or better!)....
I know, I know, what happened to my soup/stew strike? Lol, I guess that was a lot of big talk (the moral of that story is never believe me if I swear off soup!). This time of year I really can’t stay away too long from a warm and comforting bowl of goodness, plus I’m on the popular mission to empty out my freezer/pantry; since this soup uses a few different canned items, it helped make a small dent in my stash. (Every little bit helps when you’re cleaning out your pantry, right?) And just look at all the goodies in this bowl…it’s chock full […]...
Just a quick reminder that tomorrow we’ll start taking submissions for your Easter recipes on All Through the Year Cheer…there will be a fantastic prize for the winner! You can submit any recipe that says Easter to you. Brandy and I can’t wait to see what you all came up with. Also, be sure to check out the lovely Krista’s fantastic Nature’s Path Granola Bar Giveaway! When it starts to get warmer out I’m always on the lookout for healthy meals that keep me full and satisfied but don’t sit heavily in my stomach. This soup is hearty enough to fill you up but […]...
This might look like some ordinary soup, but let me tell you that it is anything but. When paired with a grilled cheese sandwich and a dreary day, this soup becomes a panacea for the winter blues. This recipe is based on my mother’s phenomenal go-to cabbage soup recipe. Any type of beans will work here; I use a 16 bean mix because I like the variety. If you don’t have dried beans you can use canned beans, just be sure to add them to the soup at the end when all the veggies are done cooking. For the chance to win some Larabars, check […]...
As part of the Foodbuzz Tastemaker Program, I recently received some Pace Picate Sauce. This sauce is much smoother than salsa (but with a similar flavor), which makes it better for using in recipes than dipping with chips. It brings a bright, zesty flavor that I thought would be very nice in a southwest-style mac ‘n’ cheese. This dish is easy to customize. Use any color bell pepper you like. If you don’t like beans, you can use another kind of protein, such as ground beef/turkey/chicken or grilled chicken breast. If you want to spice up the heat level, add hot sauce, cayenne pepper, or cook […]...
For a fun fusion recipe, this dish is a cross between Louisiana Cajun/Creole jambalaya and Spanish beans and rice. Turkey sausage and beans are used instead of the jambalaya mix of chicken/seafood/andouille sausage (I would love to use andouille but I don’t know of any brand that doesn’t contain pork…anyone who knows of a pork-free andouille product, please let me know!). Other than this dish being delicious and healthy, it’s great to make because it’s a one-pot meal that feeds a crowd. Turkey-Sausage and White Bean Jambalaya (Yield: 12-15 servings) 2 TB olive oil, divided 14 oz turkey sausage, cut into […]...
This stew has a lot of flavors going on, with the sweet golden raisins and spicy-hot chilies, not to mention the spices and other savory flavors galore. I know it might sound weird to put raisins in a stew, but for me they really make the dish! Moroccan Stew (Yield: 6-8 servings) ½ lb beef, cubed 1 TB olive oil 2 medium-large onions, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 small chilies, minced (optional) 1 tsp coriander 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp cinnamon ½ tsp curry ¼ tsp black pepper 2 bouillon cubes 1 bay leaf 5 c water […]...
I’m Faith Gorsky, the writer, cook, and photographer behind An Edible Mosaic. My goal is to inspire you to get in the kitchen and try something new! Feel free to email me with questions or comments.faith's book
