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…
3 packages of Lu petit beurre biscuits or parve Osem Prepare the fillings-
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…
Since opening Molino, the restaurant has taken off like fire. In 1973, when my family left Casablanca for the United States, my aunt Clara and uncle Menasse moved to Barcelona, then joined his extended family in Paris.In 1983, they decided to move to Los Angeles, with the hope of giving their kids a better chance…
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…
1 pound ground beef 1 small yellow onion, grated and drained of liquid 2 garlic cloves, grated 4 tablespoons potato starch 1 egg 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon coriander 2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepperPlace all the ingredients in a large bowl, then mix to combine well. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Form…
2 large eggs, room temperature 1 cup sugar 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup light olive oil or avocado oil 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 lemon, zested 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 lb strawberries, washed and hulled 1 tsp powdered sugar for dusting, optional Preheat oven to 375°F….
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, defrosted 2 tbsp Dijon mustard 6 tablespoons olive oil 2 leeks, pale green and white parts only, thinly sliced 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced 1 lb asparagus, stems cut in 1 inch pieces, stalks left in 3 inch pieces, kept separate 6 large eggs 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tbsp turmeric…
A Mother’s Day brunch is the perfect occasion to showcase all the wonderful fresh new produce in the market. Last year, I was blessed with the best present when our first grandchild, Raquel Luna, was born the day before Mother’s Day. Soon after her birth, my son Sam decided that Raquel would call me Maman. …
4 large Persian cucumbers2 green onions, finely chopped1/3 cup mayonnaise2 tbsp white horseradish2 tbsp white wine vinegar1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp kosher salt1/2 tsp sumac, for sprinkling In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, horseradish, vinegar, garlic powder, and salt to make the aioli.Spread the aioli on a large plate, then sprinkle the green…
Mexican Style Shredded Beef 3lbs boneless chuck roast or brisket 1 large purple onion, sliced 4 large garlic cloves 1 tsp salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 2 limes, juiced 1 28oz can mild red enchilada sauce 1 Tbsp brown sugar, optional 1 bunch roughly chopped cilantro, divided Place onion on the bottom of crock…
You know spring is in the air when you start to see fresh corn on the cob in the markets. I’m so excited to start making grilled corn salads with herby cilantro and a creamy dressing of mayo, lime and tajin. I’m also fond of making an Israeli salad and tossing in grilled corn and…
Over the years, whenever I have to entertain a sizable crowd or a birthday party or a graduation celebration, I go with a Mexican fiesta. I have to express my gratitude. The nanny that looked after my children was Nena, the most loving and wonderful person. She became part of our family. When my children…
1 dozen frozen falafel balls1 small bunch basil, roughly chopped1 small bunch mint, roughly chopped4 green onions, chopped2 cucumbers, finely diced2 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped1 lemon, juiced3 tbsp olive oil1/2 tsp saltAmba Aioli4 tablespoons amba (pickled mango)6 tablespoons mayonnaise Preheat oven to 400°F.Place falafel balls on a parchment lined baking sheet and heat for 12…
3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil3 cloves garlic, finely chopped3 Tbsp tomato paste1 tsp kosher salt½ tsp pepper2 tsp paprika1 tsp ground coriander or cumin,optional1 15 oz can garbanzo beans, with liquid2 lb fresh spinach1/3 cup water1 lemon, juiced In a large deep pot, warm olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, tomato paste, salt…
Topping: 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 large purple onion, finely diced 1/2 tsp sugar Pinch of salt Za’atar 1 egg and 1 Tbsp honey, beaten for egg wash Warm the oil in a shallow fry pan over medium high heat. Add the onions and sauté for five minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the sugar…
While challah takes effort and time and patience, it is the ultimate reminder that we reap what we sow. For me, challah baking is a labor of love. The magic of proofing the yeast with sugar and warm water to form a creamy, bubbly foam. The powdery white cloud and soft fluttery feel of the…
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour2 cups lukewarm water2 teaspoon yeast1 teaspoons sugar¼ teaspoon salt2 tablespoons oil, plus 1/2 cup oil (avocado or vegetable)Butter, honey or Nutella, for serving Sift flour and salt into a large bowl and make a well in the center. Add the yeast and sugar and slowly add water.Mix the dough by…
The Shell2 pounds russet potatoes1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oilSalt and pepper, to tasteBreadcrumbs or matzo meal1 egg, beaten with a little water1/2 cup oil, for frying The Filling1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon baharat spice (equal parts cinnamon, clove, allspice, cumin and cardamom)2 tablespoons golden raisins, finely chopped1 pound ground…
For me, Mimouna will always be the joyous Moroccan celebration of springtime, friends, family and good fortune. In North Africa, after the sun would set on the last day of Passover, Muslim neighbors would bring flour to Jewish homes. The flour would be transformed into the first heavenly taste of chametz — freshly fried mufleta…
2 cups matzah farfel (or crushed matzah)2 large eggs, at room temperature1/2 tsp salt1/2 cup grated Parmesan (optional)1/2 cup crumbled fetaPepper to tasteVegetable oil, for frying Soak matzah farfel in 1 cup warm water. After two minutes, squeeze out the water.In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and salt.Add the two cheeses and the farfel…
