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Authors: Christy Morgan

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Blissful Bites

praise for blissful bites

“Christy Morgan's deliciously divine cookbook will help you heal and soar, one blissful bite at a time.”

— Kris Carr,
New York Times
bestselling author


Christy Morgan's beautiful cookbook is so much more than a collection of recipes. Time-saving food preparation tips, helpful cooking techniques, and kitchen tool recommendations are peppered among recipes that nourish the body, mind, and spirit.
Blissful Bites
is a wonderful guide for those who want to experience the bliss of a plant-based diet!”

— Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, bestselling author of such books as
The Joy of Vegan Baking
,
Color Me Vegan
, and
The 30-Day Vegan Challenge


Blissful Bites
 is everything you've wanted on your path to optimal health, all in one beautiful book! The recipes are a paradise for your taste buds and a treat for your body. Christy Morgan has devised each one to bring you to the best of health in the most delicious possible way. If you want to slim down and boost your energy, or if you have any health concern—excess weight, high cholesterol, or diabetes, for example—this book will give you the tools you need. Christy Morgan's wonderful book makes the journey to health wonderfully easy and delicious!”

— Neal Barnard, M.D., president, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine

“Finally—a cookbook that speaks directly to the soul! Christy Morgan's
Blissful Bites
is a perfect combination of healthy and satisfying recipe ideas, both light and filling, with just the right mix of food philosophy and spiritual inspiration blended in. Emphasizing local, organic, seasonal, plant-based cuisine, there is a solid and friendly feel to this book that inspires trust and confidence. Highly recommended!”

— Dr. Will Tuttle, Ph.D., author of the bestselling book
The World Peace Diet
, recipient of the
Courage of Conscience Award
, the co-founder of Circle of Compassion, and an acclaimed pianist and composer


Blissful Bites
will take you on a spiritual culinary journey. It is filled with mouth-watering recipes that are healthy and easy to prepare. This cookbook should be a staple in everyone's kitchen.”

— Kim Barnouin, co-author of the #1
New York Times
bestseller
Skinny Bitch


Blissful Bites
will inspire you to make delicious, healthy meals you'll enjoy feeding your family. Christy Morgan makes plant-based eating easy and addictive!”

— Rory Freedman, co-author of the #1
New York Times
bestseller
Skinny Bitch

“I met Christy a couple of years ago and was struck immediately by her passion for good food and healthy living. Her energetic style shines in the pages of this book along with a depth of knowledge not often seen in such a young chef. I love this book: the variety, the options, the way she aligns—in harmony—differing views on healthy eating. She blends macrobiotics, veganism, raw foods, and low-oil cooking to create truly blissful bites. A must-have for anyone interesting in healthy ... and blissful living.”

— Christina Pirello, Emmy Award-winning host of the national public television series
Christina Cooks
, bestselling author of six books, including
Cooking the Whole Foods Way
, named “Healthiest Cookbook of the Decade” in January 2010


The words ‘clean,' ‘wholesome,' and ‘pure' spring off the page from this refreshing cookbook full of light, enticing recipes that put the ‘being' back into ‘human being.' You'll want to embrace the energy of whole foods and real meals made easy as pie with 
Blissful Bites
.”

— Ingrid Newkirk, PETA founder

“What makes Christy's book,
Blissful Bites: Vegan Meals That Nourish Mind, Body, and Planet
, stand out is her helpful nature, depth of knowledge, and ability to convey information to cooks of all skill levels in an enthusiastic, clear, and welcoming way. This book is a must-have for anyone's kitchen—vegan, macrobiotic, or just curious about eating healthy and delicious food.”

— Fran Costigan, author of
More Great Good Dairy Free Desserts Naturally

“Using only healthy, whole food ingredients,
Blissful Bites
is packed full of simple vegan recipes to help you add a delicious twist to any meal. This book is a must-have for every kitchen.”

— Ani Phyo, author of
Ani's Raw Food Asia

“I am constantly amazed by Christy's ability to whip up stellar dishes seemingly out of thin air; she is prolific, talented, and an inspiration.
Blissful Bites
is a must-have in any healthy kitchen."

— Jessica Porter, author of
The Hip Chick's Guide to Macrobiotics

Blissful Bites

Dedicated to everyone on a path to bliss

Copyright © 2011 by Christy Morgan
 

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles or reviews.
 

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data is available for this title.

ISBN: 978-1-935618-51-5
 

Editing by Debbie Harmsen and Sara Cassidy

Copyediting by Sherri Lerner

Proofreading by Stacia Seaman

Cover design by Kit Sweeney

Text design and composition by Kit Sweeney

Photographs by Melissa Schwartz and Melanie Shatto

www.schwartzstudios.com

www.melaniemorganshatto.com

Index by Christy Morgan

Printed by Bang Printing
 

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table of contents

foreword by Kim Barnouin

first things first

finding your bliss

how to read this cookbook

the icons

creating the ideal kitchen space and pantry

pantry basics

the tools

tips for getting started

basic cooking and cutting techniques

prepping station

the recipes

breakfast and brunch of champions

appetizers and soups for every occasion

not-your-average fresh salads and dressings

delectable vegetable sides

whole grains and carbs do a body good

sea vegetables, huh?

compassionate proteins

healthier desserts you crave

more

sample menus

resources

acknowledgments

metric conversions

chef favorites

breakfast and brunch of champions • coconut bliss granola

appetizers and soups for every occasion • asian rice paper rolls

salads • zucchini “pasta” with mint-cashew pesto sauce

delectable vegetable sides • lemon-kissed brussels and butternut squash

whole grains and carbs do a body good • sushi rice bowl

sea vegetables • soba noodle sushi with apricot-ginger dipping sauce

compassionate proteins • un-tuna salad

healthier desserts you crave • gluten-free peanut butter cookies

fan favorites

breakfast and brunch of champions • pineapple cornbread muffins

appetizers and soups for every occasion • lemony-lime hummus

salads • spring kale salad with sweet miso dressing

delectable vegetable sides • magical raw tacos

whole grains and carbs do a body good • macro “mac and cheeze”

sea vegetables • land and sea soba salad

compassionate proteins • curry chicken-less salad

healthier desserts you crave • heavenly raw chocolate mousse

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