Almond Cake Recipe

Almond Cake Recipe

4 large eggs, room temperature 
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup avocado oil1 tsp vanilla extract 
1 tsp almond extract
2 cups almond flour
1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 tsp salt1 cup roasted, sliced almonds, divided1/3 cup roasted, unsalted pistachios1/2 cup dried cranberries1/2 finely chopped dried apricotsConfectioners sugar to sprinkle on top Preheat oven to 350°F.Line a springform cake pan…

Pastelle (Moroccan Potato Pie)

Pastelle (Moroccan Potato Pie)

Meat2 tablespoons olive oil1 onion, finely chopped1 lb ground beef1/8 teaspoon nutmeg1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoon white pepper1 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon ground coriander1 bay leaf1 cup water1 lemon, juiced½ cup chopped Italian parsley4 large eggs, boiled, peeled and sliced (optional) Mashed Potatoes2 tablespoons kosher salt for water to boil potatoes10-12 large golden or russet potatoes, peeled1…

A Sweet Lemon Loaf

A Sweet Lemon Loaf

Here’s a delightful citrusy lemon cake with that perfect crumb and luscious, creamy meringue My aunt Clara, my father’s older sister, was tall, thin and beautiful, with blue eyes and platinum blonde hair. She and her husband lived in Rabat. They never had their own children, but she was utterly devoted to his sisters, nieces…

Lemon Meringue Loaf Cake

Lemon Meringue Loaf Cake

3 ¾ sticks unsalted butter or vegan butter, room temperature2 cups sugar1 tsp vanilla extractZest of 3 lemons (I used 2 lemons and 1 lime)8 large eggs, room temperature2 2/3 cups all purpose flour1 tbsp baking powder Grease 2 9×5 loaf pans with butter or spray.Preheat the oven to 350°F.In a large bowl, use a…

Chicken Aruk Recipe

Chicken Aruk Recipe

3 russet potatoes
1 large yellow onion, finely diced1 lb ground chicken breast 
2 eggs, beaten
1/3 cup flour or potato starch 
1 cup green scallions, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups Italian parsley, finely chopped
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp sweet paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper 
Vegetable oil, for fryingCarrots, for frying In a pot,…

Rachel’s Avgolemono

Rachel’s Avgolemono

2-3 pound whole chicken, washed and patted dry12 cups filtered water1 large yellow onion, finely chopped3 celery stalks with leaves, finely chopped10 saffron threads1 cup white rice, rinsed and drained2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons chicken consommé powder3 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup fresh lemon juice1/2 cup chopped Italian parsleyExtra virgin olive oilFlaky salt…

Savory Galettes Recipe

Savory Galettes Recipe

4 cups bread flour1 egg2 tablespoons sugar3/4 cup avocado oil1/2 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon fennel seed1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 packet baking powder (a little less then a tablespoon)1/2 cup water1/2 cup white wine(You can replace white wine with sparking water)🪬In a stand mixer, add all the ingredients into the bowl and mix until the dough comes…

A Warm Winter Quinoa Salad

A Warm Winter Quinoa Salad

The winter flavors and the indulgent ingredients of the salad are enhanced with a sweet, salty, spicy sesame oil and ginger dressing. Neil was in his teens when he met his mentor, Dr. José Nessim. Dr Nessim was a renowned obstetrician/gynecologist, who delivered generations of babies and treated women from many backgrounds, including the wives of…

Warm Quinoa Salad

Warm Quinoa Salad

Sesame Ginger Dressing: 1/3 cup sesame oil  1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp ginger powder  Salt and pepper, to taste  Whisk ingredients together. For the Salad:  3 cups cooked quinoa 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced into 1″ cubes 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1…

Mushroom Tartlets 

Mushroom Tartlets 

1 package frozen puff pastry, thawed  3/4 cup avocado oil, for sautéing  2 lb mix of portobello, shiitake, and cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced  Trader Joe’s Mushroom Umami Seasoning Blend, or soy sauce Salt and pepper 1 Tbsp potato starch 1 egg, beaten   Preheat oven to 425°F.  In a skillet, warm 1/4 cup of oil over…

Aruk—Iraqi Style Latkes

Aruk—Iraqi Style Latkes

3 russet potatoes
1 large yellow onion, finely diced
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons flour or potato starch 
1/2 cup green scallions, finely chopped
1 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped
1 cup baby spinach, finely chopped
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Vegetable oil for frying 1. Boil potatoes…

Sephardic Burmuelos

Sephardic Burmuelos

1 teaspoon active dry yeast1 teaspoon sugarPinch of salt1 egg2 cups warm water3 cups all purpose flourCanola or vegetable oil, for fryingBaby carrots, for frying In a large bowl, mix ½ cup of water with the yeast and sugar. Allow the yeast to bloom. When yeast is foamy, use a wooden spoon to mix in…

Fluffy, Fried Burmuelos

Fluffy, Fried Burmuelos

If you have never made Hanukkah donuts, Sharon and I encourage you to make this recipe. Hanukkah is truly a magical holiday! I love that I have eight nights to celebrate with special friends and beloved family. To listen to corny Hanukkah songs. To indulge in insanely addictive Krispy Kreme donuts and fluffy pillows of…

Keftes De Carne

Keftes De Carne

Meat PattiesVegetable oil, for frying1 medium carrot, for frying2 pounds ground beef3 large eggs1/4 cup matzah meal or potato starch1/4 cup finely chopped parsley2 tsp saltPepper, to taste1 cup flour2 large eggs, beaten In a large bowl, gently combine the meat, eggs, matzah meal, parsley, salt and pepper. Do not overmix. Shape the meat mixture…