1 pinch of saffron in 1 cup of boiling water Allow to sit for a few minutes until water turns a deep amber 1/4 cup olive oil 2 medium leeks, chopped or 1 large onion, chopped 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cubed 4 celery sticks, with leaves, diced 2 medium carrots, diced 1 red bell…
Meatballs 1 lb ground beef 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp sweet paprika 1 Tbsp chili oil 1 egg 1 medium onion, finely grated 1 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped 1 cup potato starch In a medium bowl, mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Set aside. 1/4…
1 large onion, finely diced8 large Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered1 dozen eggs1 bunch fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped1 tablespoon turmeric 2tablespoons consommé (optional)Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste1/2 cup vegetable oil, for frying Squeeze of lemon, for serving Boil potatoes and coarsely mash, leaving a few chunks. Preheat oven to 400 F.Sauté onions…
The meatballs are light and fluffy because they are filled with grated onion and potato starch. The addition of chili oil, paprika and cinnamon lends them a sublime, flavorful taste. You cannot imagine how surreal it is to be stuck in Israel during this time of war. All the places that make Israel iconic are…
12 lemons, washed and dried 1 cup kosher salt Remove the stem of the lemon. Quarter the lemon lengthwise, with two cuts three-quarters of the way. Make sure that the lemon stays intact. Stuff all sides of the lemon with a generous amount of salt and squeeze lemon closed. Place lemon inside a glass jar with…
1 lb tricolor cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise1 small red onion, thinly sliced1 bunch basil, torn1 ball burrata cheese1/4 cup olive oil1 lemon, juicedSalt and pepper, to tasteGenerous drizzle of balsamic glaze Arrange cherry tomatoes, purple onion and basil around the edges of a shallow bowl. Dress the salad with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and…
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…
Nothing says summer better than biting into a ripe peach. Peaches are sunshine, sweetness and home. Last Wednesday, Alan, our youngest daughter Shevy and I arrived at LAX, only to discover that the Amsterdam to Tel Aviv leg of our flight had been canceled. Somehow, the amazing supervisor on duty arranged for us to fly…
Meat Filling 2 table spoons olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 pounds beef (cheek, brisket or chuck) 1 tea spoon salt 1 teaspoon white pepper 1 tea spoon cumin 1 tea spoon coriander 1 tablespoon sweet paprika 1 bay leaf 1 cup water 1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes 1 cup chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons…
There is nothing better in the world than a fabulous, old fashioned meat and potatoes dish like shepherds pie. One night, on our recent trip to Jerusalem, Neil and I wandered over to Mahane Yehuda. The bustling, vibrant food stalls of the Shuk were closed, but the nightlife was already buzzing. The bars were open,…
4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 tsp salt 1 tsp finely ground black pepper 2 tsp garlic powder2 tsp sweet paprika 2 tsp turmeric6 garlic cloves, minced 3 Roma tomatoes, chopped 1 lb tiny cherry tomatoes 1 lemon juiced1 lb fresh green beans In a large fry pan, warm…
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…
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…
We offer this week one incredible recipe to honor two incredible fathers. When my brother Rafi and I were little, we loved hearing stories of my father’s life growing up in Baghdad. He would tell us about his father’s wholesale food business and his silly Arab workers who would try to cheat him and how…
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…
This rustic cheesecake has a burnt top that imparts a delicious caramelized flavor. The interior is smooth, soft and sweet, with a creamy custard flavor. This past week, I had the rare pleasure of a private tour of the Mach’ne Yehuda Market. The Shuk, as it is affectionately known, is the bustling heart of Jerusalem and…
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…
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…
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…
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…
This week’s recipe is exactly the kind of fish dish that is perfect for eating by the seaside in Tel Aviv or Greece. The other day, Neil and I were in a taxi headed to the Tel Aviv train station, where we would take a train to visit my cousins in Haifa. The driver was…
