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Week 18 in Review

Savory Tomato Crisp by The Giving TableSavory Tomato Crisp by this week’s host, Nicole of The Giving Table. Follow Nicole on facebook, twitter and pinterest!

Sorry for the late post! Time got the best of me this week. Nicole selected an intriguing, savory take on a fruit crisp for this week’s recipe, the savory tomato crisp. After pinning every variation to our updated Pinterest board, I am craving baked tomatoes in every form!

Next Monday, we’ll post Lena‘s selection, Braised Chickpea Fritters and Vegetables (page 372). Until then!

Week 17 in Review

greens and beans burrito by good things growBeans ‘n Greens Burrito by this week’s host, Jacqui of Good Things Grow. Follow Jacqui on facebook, twitter and pinterest!

This week, Jacqui selected a deliciously versatile recipe, Beans ‘n Greens Burrito. From black beans to chickpeas and kale to chard, every variation looks irresistible. Be sure to check out our updated Pinterest board to view everyone’s results.

Next Monday, we’ll post Nicole‘s selection, Savory Tomato Crisp (page 42)!

Week 16 in Review

Mexican-Style Fruit Salad with Grilled or Broiled Fish by this week’s host, Sarah of Food & Frederick. Follow Sarah on Facebook and twitter!

Can you believe that The Food Matters Project is four months old?! This week, Sarah selected a beautiful recipe, Mexican-Style Fruit Salad with Grilled or Broiled Fish. Be sure to check out our updated Pinterest board to view everyone’s results.

Next Monday, we’ll post Jacqui‘s selection, Beans ‘n Greens Burritos!

Week 15 in Review

bruschetta rethought by Chef Laura at Home
Blue Cheese & Honey Bruschetta by this week’s host, Laura of Chef Laura at Home. Follow Laura on Facebook and Pinterest!

This week, Laura selected a very versatile basic bruschetta recipe. I wanted to snack on every single version! Be sure to check out our updated Pinterest board to view everyone’s results.

Next Monday, we’ll post Sarah W.‘s selection, Mexican-Style Fruit Salad with Grilled or Broiled Fish (page 439)!

Week 14 in Review

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Rhubarb salsa (also find basic salsa) by this week’s host, Alissa of Big Eats Tiny Kitchen.

This week, Alissa selected an endlessly adaptable basic salsa recipe. After pinning every single recipe, I can safely say that I have enough salsa inspiration to last me all summer (and beyond)! Be sure to check out our updated Pinterest board to view everyone’s results.

Next Monday, we’ll post Chef Laura‘s selection, Bruschetta, Rethought (page 51)! Until then!

Week 13 in Review

White bean and Asparagus Soup by adrienneats
Roasted asparagus and white bean soup by this week’s host, Adrienne of Adrienneats. Follow Adrienne on facebook, twitter and pinterest!

This week, Adrienne selected White bean and Asparagus Soup. Whether the soup was left chunky or puréed (or even turned into a salad), it sounds like everyone enjoyed her selection! Be sure to check out our updated Pinterest board to view everyone’s results.

Next Monday, we’ll post Alissa‘s selection, Five Quick Salsas for Chips, Dips, and Other Stuff (page 46)! I can’t wait!

Week 12 in Review


Real Whole Wheat Bread by this week’s host, Melissa of The Fauxmartha. Follow Melissa on facebook, twitter and pinterest!

This week, Melissa selected Real Whole Wheat Bread and Mostly Whole Wheat Baguettes. Great picks, Melissa! I loved seeing each member’s results and all the tasty toast recipes that followed. I’ve been experiencing some major computer troubles, but I should have our Pinterest board updated later this evening.

Next Monday, we’ll post Adrienne‘s selection, Roasted Asparagus and White Bean Soup (page 110)!

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