Sfenj

Sfenj

2 teaspoons yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 11/4 cup warm water 3 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt vegetable or peanut oil for frying 3-6 baby carrots sugar, for dusting In a small bowl, add the yeast and sugar, then add the warm water, cover with a tea towel and allow to proof for 5…

Roasted Turkey Breast with Potatoes & Chestnuts

Roasted Turkey Breast with Potatoes & Chestnuts

This aromatic one-pan winter roast features juicy turkey breast served with rustic potatoes and savory chestnuts. The wine and mustard marinade elevate the flavor, making this festive platter perfect for Shabbat and holidays. This dish guarantees effortless elegance and cozy comfort!  1 (6-pound) turkey breast  6–8 large Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into big…

Orange Olive Oil Cake

Orange Olive Oil Cake

3 large eggs 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 cup plain almond milk 1 1/3 cups extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1/4 cup Grand Marnier or triple sec 2 tsp vanilla extract Zest of 1 orange 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda …

Smoky Cauliflower Bites

Smoky Cauliflower Bites

1 head of cauliflower, chopped into florets 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced 1 tablespoon sweet paprika 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Preheat oven to 425°F. Place florets in a large bowl and cover with boiling water, then set aside for 5 minutes. In…

Golden Gouda Za’atar Babka

Golden Gouda Za’atar Babka

1 1/2 pounds challah dough 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 large onion, thinly sliced 2/3 cup Boursin cheese or cream cheese 4 Tbsp za’atar, divided 1 cup freshly grated Gouda cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a round pie dish. In a large skillet, warm 1/4…

Moroccan Shabbat Fish

Moroccan Shabbat Fish

Serves: 6-8 Ingredients 22-3 pounds sea bass, halibut or salmon fillets 1/3 cup olive oil 1 large leek (or onion), thinly sliced 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), sliced into long thin strips 4 large garlic cloves, grated or finely chopped 1 large handful fresh cilantro, roughly chopped 1-2 carrots, sliced into thin strips…

Harvest Veggie Soup

Harvest Veggie Soup

1 large butternut squash, cut into thin 2″ wedges 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped 8 oz. petite carrots, cut in half 2 medium turnips 2 onions, cut into wedges 1 leek, cut into thin rounds 8 large garlic cloves 8 Campari tomatoes, halved 6 sprigs fresh thyme 10 leaves fresh sage 2 Tbsp…

Eggplant Rolls Sauce

Eggplant Rolls Sauce

1/4 cup olive oil 2 onions, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, grated or finely chopped 114 ounce can of tomato sauce 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup water 1 large lemon, juiced Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until tender. Add the tomato sauce,…

Easy T’bit Recipe

Easy T’bit Recipe

1 whole chicken, washed and patted dry 2 cups basmati or jasmine rice 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 4 tomatoes, chopped 6 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp black pepper 2 tsp sweet paprika 1 tsp ground cardamom 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ginger powder 4 Tbsp…

Nana Aziza’s M’hasha

Nana Aziza’s M’hasha

Stuffed Onions Tomato Broth 1 3/4 cup boiling water 2 Tbsp tomato paste 1 Tbsp Silan 1 tsp salt 1/4 cup lemon juice In a large measuring cup, dissolve the tomato paste, sugar, and salt in the boiling water. Add the lemon juice and stir to combine well. Set aside. 3 large white onions, peeled…

Sponge Cake

Sponge Cake

7 egg whites 5 egg yolks 11/2 cups sugar, divided 1/4 tsp cream of tartar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 Tbsp orange or lemon zest 3/4 cup of orange juice or water 2 1/4 cups plain flour 3 Tbsp baking powder Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease the bottom and sides of…

TOMATO & CHICKEN RICE SOUP

TOMATO & CHICKEN RICE SOUP

SERVES 4 TO 6 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES 1⁄2 chicken (11⁄2 to 2 pounds), cut into pieces Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 Tbsp neutral oil 1 yellow onion, finely chopped 1⁄2 tsp paprika 1⁄8 tsp ground turmeric 3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1⁄4 cup tomato paste 5 medium Roma tomatoes (1…

Moroccan Couscous

Moroccan Couscous

Moroccan Rosh Hashanah Couscous with T’fayaServes 8 Couscous 1 17oz box couscous, medium-grain (Not instant, if possible. Rivoire & Carret is the best.) 1/3 cup olive oil 2 tsp salt 4 cups hot chicken or vegetable broth (more might be needed) Place couscous in a large container that has a tight lid. Drizzle with olive…

Rustic Roast Chicken

Rustic Roast Chicken

13-4 lb chicken, cut into eight pieces. 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tbsp sweet paprika. 1 tbsp turmeric. 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning 8 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 shallots, finely chopped 1 large yellow onion, cut in wedges 1 lb rainbow, baby potatoes 2 large celery…

Keftes De Prassa

Keftes De Prassa

3 cups leeks, chopped 1 cup mashed potato 3 eggs 2 teaspoons consommé (optional) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon White pepper 1 tablespoon matzah meal or potato starch Vegetable or peanut oil, for frying Wash and clean leeks thoroughly. Chop leeks (I use food processor with slicing blade) Cook leeks in boiling salted water. Drain…

Baklava Recipe

Baklava Recipe

Syrup: 1 cup honey, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, 2 pieces lemon peel Filling: 1 cup almonds, 1 cup pistachios, ½ cup sugar, ½ cup toasted sesame seeds, 2 tsp cinnamon Dough: 1 box frozen phyllo dough, ½ cup avocado oil for brushing Garnish: ¼ cup chopped pistachios Preheat oven to 400°F & grease…