A Biblical Feast: Ancient Mediterranean Flavors for Today's Table

In A BIBLICAL FEAST, Morse presents a fascinating overview of what the people of Scripture ate and why. She includes descriptions of the 84 primary foods mentioned in the Bible. Many of these ancient ingredients, such as lentils, leeks, garlic, almonds, figs, olives and honey remain staples of contemporary Mediterranean kitchens. Wholesome dishes include Lentil Salad with Watercress & Goat Cheese, Sesame-Almond-Nigella Mix, Ezekiel’s Bread, Saffroned Millet with Walnuts and Poached Apricots with Pomegranates in Honey Syrup.