Orange Silan Chicken

Orange Silan Chicken

1 large 4 pound chicken2 medium oranges, cut in half8 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided2 tablespoons Silan date honey3 teaspoons sweet paprika2 teaspoons turmeric2 teaspoons garlic powder4 teaspoons kosher salt, dividedFreshly ground black pepper1 large onion, peeled and cut in 6 wedges1 head of garlic, cut in half2 celery stalks, washed and cut into…

Masa de Vino Recipe

Masa de Vino Recipe

5 ounces safflower or avocado oil4 ounces white wine3 ounces sugar8 ounces matzah cake meal (or matzahmeal ground in the food processor)Preheat oven to 350°F.Using a glass measuring cup, place all the ingredients in a medium bowl and combine with a wooden spoon or spatula.Allow cookie mixture to sit for 5 minutes.Roll into firm walnut-size…

Maman’s Moroccan Lemon and Olive Chicken Tagine

Maman’s Moroccan Lemon and Olive Chicken Tagine

1 medium chicken, cut into 8 pieces or8 chicken thighs1 generous pinch of saffron soaked for10 minutes in 1 cup of warm water Ingredients for Chicken MarinadePulp of 1 large preserved lemon, reservelemon skin for tagine1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped1/2 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped2 large garlic cloves, crushed2 teaspoons sweet paprika1 teaspoon ginger powder1/2…

YAPRAKIS

YAPRAKIS

1 large jar grape leaves, drained and rinsed2-3 cans Great Northern beans, or 1 pound dry beans soaked overnight, boiled and salted Filling:2 pounds ground beef, lamb or turkey1/2 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon black pepper2 tablespoons oilJuice of 1 juicy lemon1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped2 tablespoons tomato paste Sauce:4…

Sharon’s Hamud

Sharon’s Hamud

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 large onion, finely chopped4 celery ribs, chopped into 1/4 inch slices1 parsnip, chopped into 1/4 inch slices2 carrots, chopped into 1/4 inch slices10 cloves garlic, roughly chopped1 large russet potato, peeled and chopped into small dice2 medium white squash, chopped into 1/2 inch rounds1/2 tsp ground black pepper1 tsp…

Cheese Sambusak

Cheese Sambusak

Dough:4 cups self raising flour, sifted1/2 cup butter2 tbsp avocado or olive oil1 tsp salt1 cup warm water Filling:2 cups shredded mozzarella or Muenstercheese2 cups crumbled feta cheese1 tsp baking powderPinch of white or freshly ground blackpepperPinch of saltFive eggs, beaten Place flour and salt into a bowl. Add softened butter and mix together until…

Sesame Brittle

Sesame Brittle

1 cup raw sesame seeds1 cup white granulated sugar2 tbsp hot waterVegetable oil sprayOrSesame and almond nougatine-2 cups white granulated sugar1 cup raw sesame seeds1 cup raw slivered almonds3 tbsp hot waterWooden spoonRolling pin Spray the work counter with plenty of vegetable spray. Spray the rolling pin and have it ready to use.In a pan…

ZAALOUK MOROCCAN EGGPLANT APPETIZER

ZAALOUK MOROCCAN EGGPLANT APPETIZER

1 large onion, chopped2 -3 eggplant, peeled andchopped into 1-inch cubes¼ cup olive oil4 cloves garlic minced2 tablespoon parsley chopped2 tablespoon cilantro chopped2 teaspoon smoked paprika2 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon kosher salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne powder½ cup water1 lemon (2-3 tablespoon juice) In a Dutch oven or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the…

Curry Roasted Cauliflower

Curry Roasted Cauliflower

1 cauliflower, cut into florets1 can garbanzos, drained1 cup cashews1/2 bunch Italian parsley, for garnish1/2 bunch cilantro, for garnish4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon curry powder1 tablespoon turmeric1 teaspoon garlic powderSalt & pepper to taste Heat oven to 425Line baking sheet with parchment paperToss cauliflower and garbanzos with oil and spices in a large…

Fish Soup

Fish Soup

2 1/2 pounds of cod will give you about 6-8servings of soup 1/3 cup olive oil1 large onion, diced4 garlic cloves, chopped6 celery stalks, finely chopped 1 fennel bulb finely chopped1 yellow bell pepper, diced2 carrots peeled and cut into rounds3 medium golden potatoes cut into small cubes not peeled. 3 medium zucchini, diced2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper2…

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 Mashed Potatoes2 tablespoons kosher salt for water to boil potatoes10-12 large golden or russet potatoes, peeled1 tablespoon…

Chocolate flourless cake

Chocolate flourless cake

16 ounces semi sweet chocolate3/4 cup avocado or vegetable oil6 large eggs, separated1 cup sugar, divided2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon vanilla extractPinch of salt1/4 cup cocoa powder Preheat oven to 325°F.In a microwave proof bowl, melt chocolate with oil or vegan butter in the microwave for 1 minute.Remove from microwave and stir.Set in microwave for 1…

Maman’s Dried Fruit and Nut Cake

Maman’s Dried Fruit and Nut Cake

1 ½ cups toasted walnuts or sliveredalmonds or hazelnuts1 cup pitted dates½ cup dried figs1 1/2 cups dried fruit (any combination ofapricots, raisins, cherries or blueberries)2 cups gluten-free flour (King Arthur isbest) or all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powderPinch of salt2 teaspoons cinnamon¾ cup water¼ cup orange juice2 large eggs1 cup maple syrup1/3 cup avocado oil…

Favorite Flashback Fruit Salad to Feed a Crowd

Favorite Flashback Fruit Salad to Feed a Crowd

. 2 oranges, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes2 golden delicious apples, peeled, coredand cut into 1/2 inch cubes2 pears, peeled, cored and cut into ½ inch cubes15 ounces green grapes, cut in half12 ounces strawberries6 ounces blueberries6 ounces blackberries1 15 ounce can peaches, cut into pieces,with juice reserved1 15 ounce can cubed pineapple,…

Tuscan Bean Soup

Tuscan Bean Soup

1 large onion, finely chopped4 celery stalks, finely chopped6 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon kosher salt2 medium carrots, sliced1 parsnip, sliced3 bay leaves2 teaspoons fresh oregano1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper4 cups vegetable broth1 15 oz can organic diced tomatoes2 15 oz cans white cannellini beans10 oz organic broccolini, cut in half2 cups organic kale, stems…

Sarinas Greibe

Sarinas Greibe

1lb sweet butter, clarifiedEqual volume of vegetable oil(Measure the butter in a cup after you clarify it and then match the amount)5 to 6 cups flour1 ½ cup sugar (baker’s is best)1 ½ cup powdered sugarA couple of drops of rose water (optional) Melt the butter in a pot over the stove or in the…

Saffron Meatballs

Saffron Meatballs

1 pound ground beef1 small yellow onion, grated and drained of liquid2 garlic cloves, grated4 tablespoons potato starch1 egg1 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon coriander2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Place all the ingredients in a large bowl, then mix to combine well.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.Form mixture into small meatballs, then set aside. Stew1 pinch…

Herb Frittata

Herb Frittata

10 eggs6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil, divided into 3 portions2 leeks, white and pale green parts only, thinly sliced10 oz mushrooms, finely sliced2 large garlic cloves, minced1 cup chopped Roma or cherry tomatoes, chopped and drained of liquid3/4 cup chopped Italian parsley3/4 cup chopped cilantro1/4 cup chopped basil1 teaspoon freshly grated turmeric or…

Meatballs

Meatballs

1 pound ground beef1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs1 egg1 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon corianderSalt and pepper Combine all the ingredients and form into meatballs Stew1 pinch of saffron1 cup water1 large onion, chopped2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil5 small potatoes, peeled and dicedSalt & pepper1 cup cilantro, for garnish  Soak saffron in waterCaramelize onions in olive oil….

Becky’s Burmuelos

Becky’s Burmuelos

For the dough-1 teaspoon yeast1 teaspoon sugarPinch of salt2 cups warm water3 cups all purpose flourCanola or vegetable oil Mix ½ cup of water with 1 teaspoon of instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let sit till it is foamy. Then mix with 3 cups of flour, 1 egg, 1 ½ cups of warm…