Sunlight & Breadcrumbs

Sunlight and Breadcrumbs: Making Food with Creativity & Curiosity" is a cookbook by James Beard Award–winning chef Renee Erickson. After over 25 years of running acclaimed restaurants, Erickson sought to reconnect with her creative roots, which she had nurtured in art school. This journey led her to explore the intersection of culinary arts and other creative practices, resulting in a collection of over 100 recipes that emphasize the beauty and creativity in everyday cooking. 

Key Features:

• Creative Exploration: The book includes essays that connect creative practices with cooking, offering insights into the artistic decisions behind each dish.

• "Work in Progress" Sidebars: These sections delve into the creative choices made during cooking, such as selecting seasonal ingredients and considering textures, shapes, and colors, to make each meal a thoughtful expression of the moment.

• Approachable Recipes: The cookbook features a variety of recipes suitable for weeknight dinners, leisurely weekend meals, celebratory snacks, dips, crostini toppings, and easy desserts.

Notable Recipes:

• Melted Anchovy Toast

• Oven-Dried Tomatoes with Whipped Feta, Mint, and Basil

• White Beans with Pork Sausage, Lemon Peel, and Green Herbs

• Raspberry and Pecan Crumble Cake

"Sunlight and Breadcrumbs" encourages readers to find joy and creativity in everyday cooking, offering inspiration to explore kitchens with curiosity and attention to detail.