A Well-Read Tart

A Food and Book Lover’s Blog

Quick Chickpea Curry (Recipe Inspired by THE CANDID LIFE OF MEENA DAVE)

You guys, I am SO EXCITED to be sharing one of my favorite recipes with you today: Quick Chickpea Curry! Who else loves a good hot lunch? (Did anyone else read the words "hot lunch" and have a flashback to lining up in their elementary school...

Chickpea Burgers with Mint Tahini Carrot Slaw (Recipe Inspired by THE BOOK OF LONGINGS)

I never thought I could love a meatless burger so dang much, but these Chickpea Burgers with Mint Tahini Carrot Slaw have stolen my heart. But, in the words of Chandler Bing: Could the name of this dish BE any longer?!? Sheesh. This book-inspired...

Chickpea Shepherd’s Salad (Recipe Inspired by BEAUTIFUL BAD)

We only have a few more days until it's officially fall, so I'm squeezing in one last summery recipe with this Chickpea Shepherd's Salad.     Why is Chickpea Shepherd's Salad the book-inspired recipe for Beautiful Bad? Although Beautiful Bad ...

Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala (Recipe Inspired by SLOW PRODUCTIVITY)

Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala is the perfect meal for this time of year. You’re not standing over a stove in the late summer heat, but you’re enjoying all the cozy, warm spices of fall that are just around the corner.   Why is Slow Cooker...

Sheet Pan S’mores (Recipe Inspired by WILDERNESS REFORM)

This Sheet Pan S’mores post isn't so much of a recipe as a guide. A guide to making a whole heap o’ perfectly messy s’mores that can feed a hungry crowd. When there are so few ingredients and such little work involved, can you even call...

Shrimp Turmeric Curry (Recipe Inspired by THE CURIOUS SECRETS OF YESTERDAY)

All the soothing, healing, cozy vibes are coming at you with Shrimp Turmeric Curry. I love me a good curry, no matter what the weather. After years of making Quick Chickpea Curry, I’ve branched out to include some new flavor profiles and proteins...

Simple Shepherd’s Salad (Recipe Inspired by THE JINN DAUGHTER)

Simple Shepherd's Salad is another book-inspired recipe for The Jinn Daughter. This classic Mediterranean/Middle Eastern side dish pairs super well with my Mushroom Shawarma Grain Bowls, and is a more traditional version of my Chickpea Shepherd's...

Mushroom Shawarma Grain Bowls (Recipe Inspired by THE JINN DAUGHTER)

Mushroom Shawarma Grain Bowls are da bomb. What? The kids still say that these days, right? No? *clears throat** These Mushroom Shawarma Grain Bowls are fire. And you’re gonna love ‘em.   Why are Mushroom Shawarma Grain Bowls the book-inspired...

Morning Bun Muffins (Recipe Inspired by RELATIVE STRANGERS)

Morning Bun Muffins are here to save us all from boring breakfasts. One bite of these orange-y, cinnamon-y, sugary treats, and you'll be up and at 'em for the rest of the day.    Why are Morning Bun Muffins the book-inspired recipe for Relative...

Lemon Spinach Basmati Rice (Recipe Inspired by FORGOTTEN SISTERS)

As you read earlier this week, Tartlets, Lemon Spinach Basmati Rice is another book-inspired recipe for Forgotten Sisters. While this side dish would work great with a bunch of different main courses (see below), I absolutely love it served with...