All photographs by Christine Moss A recipe to remind us that we can create quality food that is inexpensive and easy, plus musings on staying healthy in all aspects of your life. — Here in the Catskills where I live, it’s finally warming up outside and I am … [Read more...] about Soup’s On! Musings On Life & A Recipe For Summer Black Bean Soup With Cucumber Yogurt
Recipes
Recipe: Pistachio Sugar Cookies
Photographs by Christine Moss Inspired by the buttery flavor of pistachios, Chef Moss shares a favorite vegan sugar cookie recipe — I love pistachios, not just the beautiful green hue they impart to dishes, but their buttery flavor is amazing. A simple sauce for over … [Read more...] about Recipe: Pistachio Sugar Cookies
Recipe: Indian Spiced Oyster & Shiitake Mushrooms Roasted in Coconut Milk (Plus A Few Tips for Foraging For Good Health)
All photographs by Christine Moss Chef Moss muses about spring’s awakenings, the onset of mushroom foraging — and some inspiration for making healthy choices — With the change of seasons, in this push-pull tango of warm and cold weather, it is important to keep our … [Read more...] about Recipe: Indian Spiced Oyster & Shiitake Mushrooms Roasted in Coconut Milk (Plus A Few Tips for Foraging For Good Health)
Cumin Spiced Carrot and Date Salad (And an Ode to the Beautiful Carrot)
Photograph courtesy of Chef Christine Moss Connecting to our plates in a deeper way, Chef Moss shares her love of carrots, their origins and a recipe for Cumin Spiced Rainbow Carrot & Date Salad — There is just something about carrots — sweet, crunchy, earthy when … [Read more...] about Cumin Spiced Carrot and Date Salad (And an Ode to the Beautiful Carrot)
Eat Your Veggies! Hidden Veggie Muffins: Sneak More Nutrition Into Your Family’s Diet
All photographs by Christine Moss From the kitchen of Chef Moss — a delicious and inspiring recipe to incorporate more veggies into your family’s diet (even if you have to hide them) — I made what I like to call, ‘Hidden Veggie’ muffins over the holidays to an attempt to … [Read more...] about Eat Your Veggies! Hidden Veggie Muffins: Sneak More Nutrition Into Your Family’s Diet
Recipe: M’smen North African Flatbread
Photograph by Christine Moss Chef Christine Moss shares a recipe for M’smen, a traditional flatbread from North Africa — and the first thing she tasted when she arrived in Tangier _______ [Adapted (veganized) from The Spruce Eats] Makes 16 breads Note: When wrapped … [Read more...] about Recipe: M’smen North African Flatbread
Recipe: Lentil Loaf With Mashed Potatoes, Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy
All photographs by Christine Moss Inspired by recent travels to southern Spain, Chef Christine Moss shares a vegan comfort-food recipe (a favorite in her restaurant) to soothe your soul — A few tips from my kitchen to yours: As with all recipes, please read the … [Read more...] about Recipe: Lentil Loaf With Mashed Potatoes, Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy
Weight Loss Made Simpler: A Sustainable Solution + 3 Easy Recipes
Photograph by David Billings While losing weight can feel like a vicious cycle, the Bright Line method provides a proven, structured diet protocol for a lasting and vibrant lifestyle _______ Weight loss (and keeping weight off) is not all about ‘willpower’ despite what … [Read more...] about Weight Loss Made Simpler: A Sustainable Solution + 3 Easy Recipes
Autumn Stew: A Recipe of Seasonal Foods, Folk Lore and Sustenance
All photographs by Christine Moss A hearty autumn stew whipped up with a side of folk lore and love — connecting us to the sustenance on our plates with a new appreciation _______ Autumn is by far, my favorite time of year to eat. The warm sunlit days and chilly evenings … [Read more...] about Autumn Stew: A Recipe of Seasonal Foods, Folk Lore and Sustenance
Recipe: Watermelon, Coconut & Lime Granita
Photograph by Chef Christine Moss Inspired by the shaved ices sold on the city streets of her childhood, Chef Moss serves up a refreshing take on Italian-style granitas — Summer is in full throttle and my blender is my new best friend. From smoothies and gazpachos to … [Read more...] about Recipe: Watermelon, Coconut & Lime Granita
Flower Power: The Edible Art of Candied Flowers
Photograph by Christine Moss Growing up the daughter of a florist, a chef shows us how flowers are not just for vases — they can actually be edible art — Most recipes for candied flowers use egg whites. Here is an alternative recipe that uses simple syrup and super fine … [Read more...] about Flower Power: The Edible Art of Candied Flowers
Rustic Berry Tarts & Flamenco: Recipe & Musings From A Chef
All photographs by Christine Moss Beyond recipes, a chef shares personal stories to delight both the palate and plate — to invoke self-love and acceptance — What do self-love, rustic berry tarts and Flamenco have in common? Me… and just quite possibly, you too. When I … [Read more...] about Rustic Berry Tarts & Flamenco: Recipe & Musings From A Chef
