Jen Manglos

Category: Soul Food

  • Soul Food: Fair Food for the Soul

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    Fair Food for the Soul By Monica Romig Green This past Saturday, I went to the Texas State Fair for the first time. I would call myself a fan of county, state and national fairs. I love experiencing the energy of all the people coming to have a good time. I enjoy the sounds, the…

  • Soul Food: Schmancy Toast

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    Schmancy Toast By Jen Manglos Who doesn’t like toast?  Despite gluten’s recent bad rap, toast remains a simple, tasty breakfast food.  Of course, it all depends upon the toppings.  Just butter?  Meh.  But add some fresh jam or peanut butter and you have a delicious way to start your day.  Now, I haven’t had toast…

  • Soul Food: A Recipe for Life

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    A Recipe for Life By Tom Unfried “Life is what happens when you’re making other plans.” I was reminded of this aphorism recently while watching the movie Kuffs, an action-comedy about a young drifter who comes to terms with both growing up AND being a good man.  Life happens for him when he gets his…

  • Soul Food: I’m Passionate About . . . Passion Fruit!

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    I’m Passionate About  . . . Passion Fruit! By Lorraine Manglos Have you ever even seen a passion fruit? They really are ugly – a dark purplish color and all wrinkled up. Cut them open and you will see not much inside either. There is a bit of fiber, juice and seeds.  Yep, that’s passion…

  • Soul Food: More Than Just a Cheesecake—Five Years In

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    More Than Just a Cheesecake—Five Years In By Andrew Camp September 12, 2009, a blind-date that forever changed my life. I really cannot believe it has been five years. Five years ago, I dared to dream, dared to risk, dared to experiment. Five years ago, it started with a simple bowl of chocolate malt crunch…

  • Soul Food: Bliss in the South of France

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    Bliss in the South of France By Michelle Doerr If you want to get engaged (or trapped, depending on how you look at it) in a long, descriptive, passionate conversation sometime, ask a foodie what his or her favorite food experience has been. I thought I’d ask myself the same question for this post (mainly…

  • Soul Food: Hatch Green Chiles

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    Hatch Green Chiles: It’s a Family Thing By Monica Romig Green Mid-August is a special time for people who love Southwestern food. Fresh Hatch green chiles have arrived in specialty grocery stores for their very limited one-month season. Ranging from mild to hot, these bright green chiles draw food lovers of all kinds with their…

  • Soul Food: Meet the Team

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    I’m excited to introduce you to the writing team for Soul Food!  Remember to join us each Friday as we offer up various thoughts on food – covering restaurant recommendations and recipes to theological thoughts on feasting.   Andrew Camp Food and the table have played a central role throughout my life. Growing up, part of…

  • Nectarine

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    Nectarine This is a nectarine to remember. Sweet, juicy, and perfectly ripe. Each year I look forward to summer and the promise of all its delectable fruits – especially the promise of nectarines. The less hairy sibling of the peach (and if it wasn’t for the fuzz, I would love peaches), it is one of…