For over a year now I’ve been studying the Biblical theology
of food. Meals to be exact. Tim Chester says,
If you hope to be living
missionally with intention, then meals will be a strategic part of what you do.
And that leads me to Mary DeMuth’s new cookbook, The Irresistible Table. Mary’s cookbook is centered around community and that
deeply resonates with my heart for mission. For me that creates a special place
for her recipes distinguished from other books like it.
What I also loved about The Irresistible Table is the
variety of recipes. Unlike many of the cookbooks in my kitchen that are either
all from-scratch recipes or all semi-homemade recipes, Mary offers a variety of
both. As someone who loves to cook healthy things from scratch but has a full
life that doesn’t always allow it, the combination is perfect.
When we had a cold snap in Central Florida a few weeks ago,
I knew it was the perfect time to try some of Mary’s recipes. I made Mary’s
Clam Chowder and Whole Wheat Cornbread. The chowder with it’s cream and bacon,
among other things, was slightly sweet, rich, and warm. My husband thought it
was the best clam chowder I had ever made and even brought the leftovers into
work to share with his coworkers. The combination with the corn bread made for
a hearty comforting meal that was just perfect for a cold night. I can hardly
wait to try more of Mary’s recipes.
If you’re interested in combining food and community, The Irresistible Table is a great place to start.
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