Peach Tarts

Peach Tarts

Yields 12-18 tarts (depending on size of the squares) 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, defrosted and cut into squares 2-3 ripe peaches, diced 1/3 cup blueberries 1/3 cup raspberries 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1 Tbsp cornstarch 1/2 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cardamom Pinch of salt 1 tsp fresh lemon…

Okra & Butternut Stew

Okra & Butternut Stew

2 Tbsp avocado oil
2 large onions, finely chopped
6 large garlic cloves, minced
3 Roma tomatoes, chopped
2 cups butternut squash,
peeled and diced
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp turmeric
1 cube chicken consommé
4 tbsp sugar
2 lemons, juiced
1 14 oz can chopped tomatoes
2 cups water
Salt and pepper 
1 package frozen okra In a large pot, warm oil over medium heat, then add…

Grilled Pargiyot 

Grilled Pargiyot 

3 pounds boneless chicken thighs Marinade: 1/4 cup olive oil 2 Tbsp sweet paprika  1 Tbsp cumin  1 tsp sumac  1 tsp Aleppo pepper 1 tsp kosher salt  3 large garlic cloves, grated  1 large juicy lemon, juiced  In a small bowl, combine the oil and all the spices and whisk until smooth. Add the…

Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Bourbon Sauce 4 ounces unsalted butter1 cup brown sugar1/2 cup heavy cream2 teaspoons bourbon1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt In medium pot, melt butter over medium heat until foamy.Add brown sugar, stir well and cook for 3-5 minutes.Stir in cream, bourbon, vanilla and salt, then continue stirring.After mixture has bubbled and tripled in size, remove…

Seven Heaven Bread

Seven Heaven Bread

2 1/2 cups lukewarm water2 tsp active dry yeast1 tbsp sugar8 cups bread flour1 cup sugar1 tsp salt4 eggs¼ cup honey3/8 cup avocado oil1 egg, divided, for egg wash 1. Preheat oven to 380°F.2. Combine the yeast, water, and tablespoon of sugar in a bowl, then cover with a towel and set aside to proof…

Basque Cheesecake Recipe

Basque Cheesecake Recipe

4 8oz packs cream cheese1 cup castor sugar6 large eggs, at room temperature2 cups heavy whipping cream2 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp kosher salt1/2 teaspoon lemon zest1/3 cup all purpose flour Preheat oven to 425°F.Press two slightly overlapping pieces of scrunched parchment paper into a 10’ springform pan.Beat the cream cheese on medium speed for three…

Cheese Burekas

Cheese Burekas

2 large russet potatoes1/2 lb of feta cheese, crumbled1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese2 eggsBoil the potatoes in a pot over medium heat until fork tender, 7-10 minutes.Peel the potatoes and place in a medium bowl. Mash the potatoes and allow to cool.Add the Feta and Parmesan cheeses and the egg. Mix all the ingredients…

Mediterranean Branzino

Mediterranean Branzino

2 whole branzino, butterflied Salt and pepper Extra Virgin Olive Oil Preheat oven to 425°F. Sprinkle the flesh of the fish with salt and pepper. Drizzle lightly with olive oil. Place flesh down on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Drizzle oil over the skin, then add a light sprinkle of salt. Place fish…

Spicy Salmon

Spicy Salmon

2-3 lbs salmon, cut into squares 1/4 cup olive oil 2 teaspoons sweet paprika 2 teaspoons coriander 1 teaspoon cumin 3 russet potatoes, sliced into 1/4” rounds1 large onion, cut into rounds2 Roma tomatoes 10 cloves garlic, chopped 2 carrots, chopped into sticks1 red Anaheim pepper 1 green Anaheim pepper 2 tablespoons harissa4 tablespoons tomato…

Roasted Eggplant Recipe

Roasted Eggplant Recipe

2 large eggplants, washed and dried Kosher salt, for sprinkling 1/2 cup avocado oil or olive oil Granulated garlic powder Slice eggplant in 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place a tiny pinch of salt on each piece of eggplant. Place cut eggplant in a colander for at least 1 hour.Preheat oven to 400°F.Line a baking sheet with…

Pizza Dough Recipe

Pizza Dough Recipe

This is not Molino’s pizza recipe, but it’s perfect for making pizza at home. This recipe requires an 18- to 24-hour rise in the fridge. You will need bread flour and purified water, active dry yeast, kosher salt, sugar and olive oil. Don’t forget to use San Marzano canned tomatoes for the sauce and fresh…

Challah Recipe

Challah Recipe

4 Tbsp active dry yeast 4 1/2 cups warm water 2 Tbsp sugar 5 lbs high gluten bread flour
1 cup sugar
2 Tbsp salt 3 large eggs 1¼ cup vegetable oil •In a large glass bowl, combine yeast, warm water and sugar, then cover with a towel and allow to proof for 10 minutes. •In an…