The Joy of Chickpea Soup

For so many people there is no book more beloved that The Joy of Cooking. Its unique style and depth has helped generations to cook.

But how do you update a classic that has sold millions upon millions of copies since the 1930’s to make it more approachable for today’s cook without losing its…joy (sorry, I had to)? Megan Scott and her husband iJohn Becker - original author Irma Rombauer’s great grandson - spent 9 years on the task. They tested, researched, went back through every edition and came up with original recipes to ensure that the classic tome would hold the same role for today’s cooks.

Cookbook, Cooking, Food, Recipe, Video, BlogAli RosenNovember 20, 2019chickpea, soup, stew, winter, harissa, cookbook, video Comment

A Surprising Twist on Chili for the Warmer Months

Once spring shows up even a little bit I try to lean into it as much as possible - picnics outside (even if it’s a touch too cold), as many snap peas and asparagus as I can find, and light jackets that might require an extra few layers underneath.

But some dishes can help bridge that seasonal gap, and who better to help than Jenni Kayne. You may be more familiar with Jenni as a designer but her new book, Pacific Natural, also lets you into her chic California world. The book is divided by seasons and includes recipes but also a wider look at entertaining. Jenni makes everything look gorgeous while still being effortless, and in the book she shares how as a mom and business owner she gets it all done without a lot of fuss.

So Jenni suggested a chili that is perfect for spring or summer - packed with veggies and beans, it is actually vegan but also includes optional toppings that could satisfy anyone who needs a bit of dairy in their life.

Blog, Cookbook, VideoAli RosenApril 2, 2019chili, vegan, recipe, beans, cookbook, cumin, squash, zucchini, corn, soup, one-pot, CaliforniaComment

The Perfect Bean Soup

There's nothing quite as warming as a hearty soup, and yet sometimes it is hard to find that perfect balance between light and filling. We went to Eataly and found that among all the fancy Italian items, none were quite as tantalizing as this bean soup.

Cooking, Food, Recipe, Blog, VideoAli RosenFebruary 26, 2018soup, dinner, winter, beans, Italian, foodComment

The Ramen Alternative

If you are looking for the heir to ramen, Little Tong Noodle Shop's Simone Tong has the answer. She is preaching the gospel of mixian, a rice noodle from Yunnan in China. The slightly fermented, a little bit acidic noodle is the perfect contrast to warming broth.

Food, Chefs, VideoAli RosenSeptember 13, 2017soup, noodles, China, Yunnan, recipe, fall, winterComment

Tomato and Peach Gazpacho

Can we just shout from the rooftops about stone fruit season? It's my favorite time of year and I'll find any excuse to throw a peach in something. And luckily it makes a pretty incredible addition to your average gazpacho