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More Mediterranean: North Africa & the Middle East

Wednesday, at 10:20 by

In today’s Seasonal Pantry, I explore the Mediterranean diet, which is enjoying a resurgence of popularity. You can read that article here. As promised in that column, here are links to some Mediterranean-inspired recipes from the Pantry’s archives. This post focuses on flavors of North Africa and the Middle East and is the second of several posts. There will be more soon. Chickpeas with Toasted Bread & Yogurt Harissa Homemade Hummus bi Tahini Chickpeas with Cilantro & Mint Making and… Read More »

Lime-Scented Gazpacho & Other Chilled Soups

Wednesday, at 11:40 by

In today’s Seasonal Pantry, which you can read here, I promise links to more recipes for gazpacho, so here you go. If you have a favorite version–either at a restaurant or in your own kitchen–please tell us about it in the comments section below. Lime-Scented Gazpacho with Avocado Puree Creamy Avocado Gazpacho with Tzatsiki & Sungolds Yogurt Gazpacho Fresh Tomato Soup with Burrata Bulgarian-Style Chilled Yogurt Soup Chilled Yogurt  Soup with Chermoula Chilled Tomato and Cilantro Soup Yogurt Soup with… Read More »

Simple Summer Dishes for Dinner

Tuesday, at 12:36 by

With summer’s harvest in full swing, you can put together simple, delicious dinners quickly, especially when you rethink what dinner actually means.… Read More »

Cool off with chilled soup

Tuesday, at 3:29 by

If you’ve been complaining about the summer that didn’t happen, congratulations, hot weather is here. For now, you can forget summer comfort foods. It is time to return to favorite recipes for the dog days of summer. It is time for chilled soups. I’ve rounded up favorites from Seasonal Pantry and each recipe is guaranteed to provide a delicious hedge against the heat. A current favorite is Yogurt Gazpacho, for which I recommend St. Benoit Yogurt, made in the town of… Read More »