Recipes

MARINADE1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 lemon, juiced3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 tablespoons za’atar, plus more forsprinkling1 teaspoon turmericSalt and pepper, to taste6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs,patted dryArrange a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat the broiler. Cover a baking sheet with foil.In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil,…

Recipe 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 chicken, cut into 8 pieces 1 large onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, finely diced 1 cup finely sliced celery 1 red bell pepper, diced  1 cup short grain or Arborio rice, rinsed     and drained 1 1/2 cups saffron water  (see note) 1 8 oz. can diced tomatoes 1 can…

Mushroom Malawach1 package Malawach doughVegetable oil spray Invert a round cast iron pot or wok and place over medium heat. Spray bottom of the pan When pan is super hotPlace Malawach on top for a few minutes until golden, flip it over and cook the other side.  Mushroom Topping 1/4 cup olive oil4 cups sliced mushrooms, any combination…

Dressing2 limes, juiced2 tablespoon argan oil or a fruity extravirgin olive oil1 teaspoon sweet paprika1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon kosher salt In a bowl, whisk the lime juice and olive oil, then add paprika, cayenne and salt.Set aside. 3 medium oranges, chilled in therefrigerator1/2 cup oil-cured dried black olives, pitted1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds or 1/8…

We marinated these ribs in a fabulous mix of spicy harissa, red wine and a tablespoon of Silan (sweet date syrup). The great thing is there’s no measuring and no mess—just put the boneless ribs & everything else into a big Ziploc bag & let sit for 20 minutes. Then throw on the grill. The…

Carciofi Recipe 12 baby artichokes3 lemonsOil for frying (olive oil is traditional,we used avocado oil)Kosher salt INSTRUCTIONS Place artichokes in a large bowl of water. Squeeze the juice from two lemons over the artichokes, then add the lemon rinds into the water. This will prevent artichokes from browning. Remove the dark green spiky outer leaves…

Tzatziki Ingredients 1/2 English cucumber1/2 tsp salt, or to taste16 oz Cold plain Greek yogurt , (2 cups, either full fat or fat-free will work)1 1/2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, Juice of 1/2 lemon; please squeeze a real lemon3 to 4 garlic cloves, peeled and grated1/3 cup chopped dill3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1/4 tsp…

Berry Cheesecake Crust2 cups Graham cracker crumbs1 stick butter, melted1/3 cup sugar Preheat oven to 325°F.Grease a 9 inch springform pan.Combine Graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and sugar, until it has the texture of sand.Press mixture into the bottom of the cake pan and about 1 inch up the sides.Bake for 10 minutes, until lightly…

For the crust: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 cup unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing For the filling: 4 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature4 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups sugar1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon zest4 large eggs, at room temperature Fruit topping: 1/2 cup…

KARNABIT FRITA (Turkish Fried Cauliflower ) 1 large head cauliflower For coating: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 eggs, lightly beaten For sauce:1/4 cup olive oil1 large onion, chopped3 stalks of celery, sliced1 cup tomato sauce1 cup water or vegetable stockJuice of 2 lemonsSalt, to tastePepper, to tasteRinse and trim cauliflower. Soak in boiling salted water for…

Recipe Stuffing 1lb dried chickpeas 4 tablespoons olive oil 4 onions, finely diced 1 1/2 tablespoon curry powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin  Salt and pepper Wash the chickpeas and soak overnight in lightly salted water. Place chickpeas and soaking water in a large saucepan. Cover with more water and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat…

Recipe Slice eggplant into 1/2 inch thick rounds. Sprinkle kosher salt on the eggplant, place in a colander and allow to drain for an hour. Place on a baking tray and roast at 400F until golden brown. Chop tomato 🍅 and parsley 🌿 and just before serving sprinkle with kosher salt, pepper, juice of 1…

Marmalade recipe 2 pounds organic oranges (about 8 small oranges)5 cups granulated sugar1 cup water STEP 1:Remove all stickers and stems and wash the fruit.Fill a large bowl with water and add 3 tablespoons of white or apple cider vinegar. Add oranges and let soak for 15 minutes.Drain and dry oranges, then using a very…

Based on: Cancer Diet for the Newly Diagnosed 4 cups vegetable broth1 cup hot water with a big pinch of saffron4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil,divided1 14oz can artichoke hearts, drainedand cut into quarters1 large leek, trimmed and thinly sliced8 asparagus stalks, cut into one inchpieces1 ½ cups arborio rice1 teaspoon kosher saltFreshly ground black…

1 16oz package frozen large puff pastry squares or 2 sheets Pepperidge Farms frozen puff pastry2 large eggs2 cups crumbled fetaBlack and white sesame seeds for garnish Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a bowl, beat one egg and feta until smooth and well combined. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place puff…

Recipe (Makes 4-6 loaves)4 tablespoons active dry yeast5 cups warm water3 tablespoons sugar5 lbs high gluten bread flour, moreas needed3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons salt4 eggs1/3 cup honey1¼ cup vegetable oil1 egg, beaten (for egg wash) Instructions Combine dry yeast, warm water and 3 tablespoons of sugar in a glass bowl. Cover with a towel and…

Serves 4 3/4 cup sugar2 cups water1 cup fresh lemon juice4 cups ice1 cup fresh mint leaves5 oz arak In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Place over medium heat and whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves. Set aside and let cool. In a blender, combine the sugar water, fresh lemon juice, mint leaves…

6 cups chicken broth2 big pinches of saffron½ cup extra virgin olive oilSalt and pepper, to taste4 cups matzah, broken into silver dollar size pieces In a large pot, bring broth to a boil over medium heat, then lower heat. Add saffron, olive oil, salt and pepper, then cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove…