Roasted turkey breast & peach perfection

Roasted turkey breast & peach perfection

2 pound turkey breast, washed and dried1 large onion, cut into wedgesTwo peaches cut into wedges2 stalks celery, cut into 2 inch chunks1/3 cup avocado or canola oil1 tablespoon Silan or honey1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon turmeric1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon garlic powderSalt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 425°F.Place turkey breast skin side up in…

Arroz Con Leche Recipe

Arroz Con Leche Recipe

1 cup Aborio or other short grain rice 1 cup water 2-4 slices of lemon rind 2 star anise or 1 cinnamon stick 4 cups whole milk 1/4 cup sugar (or more for sweeter pudding) Pinch of salt Cinnamon for Sprinkling In a medium saucepan, cook the rice over medium high heat, until all the…

Hurry and Make Some Curry

Hurry and Make Some Curry

The spices that are featured in this Thai vegetable curry—turmeric, cumin, paprika, cinnamon and ginger—are common to the Sephardic kitchen. Thai Vegetable Curry 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 yellow onions, finely chopped 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 inch fresh ginger, grated 4 tablespoons curry powder 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon…

Tortilla Española

Tortilla Española

Tortilla Española Recipe Caramelize 2 thinly sliced onions, then set aside. Thinly slice 4 large Yukon Gold potatoes and fry till golden. Place on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Beat 8 eggs with a whisk, then add a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Line a springform cake pan with parchment paper. Layer half…

Ouzo Fish

Ouzo Fish

Ouzo Fish 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 fennel, thinly chopped 1 14 ounce can of chopped tomatoes 2 lemons, juiced 2 dried bay leaf 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives 2 tablespoons capers, 1/4 cup ouzo or 1/2 cup white wine 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Kosher salt and pepper to taste In…

The Earthy Delights of Figs

The Earthy Delights of Figs

Fresh figs are a deliciously romantic addition to desserts, cheese boards, tarts and salads. Fig Salad Recipe  10 cups organic mixed baby greens 1 small purple onion, finely sliced 10 ripe figs, cut in half 6 small radishes, finely sliced 1 cup candied pecans 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional) Dressing 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive…

A New Beef in Town

A New Beef in Town

Herbaceous Green Sauce: 1 bunch Italian parsley1 bunch basil1 bunch cilantro½ cup mint leaves¼ cup fresh dill1 cup olive oil3 garlic cloves½ cup lemon juice1 tsp salt1 tsp pepper1 jalapeño, optionalor1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional   Wash all the herbs well and drain. Cut the stems off the herbs. Place all the ingredients in…

Moroccan Liver

Moroccan Liver

Slowly caramelize a large sliced onion in 1/4 cup olive oil. Salt and Broil liver in oven for 5 min to get excess blood out. Once your onions are golden and nicely caramelized add small pieces of potatoes and pieces of liver. Add a Tablespoon of cumin a teaspoon of paprika and a tablespoon chicken…

Mystical Mikvah

Mystical Mikvah

Old Traditions for New Beginnings Based on Poopa Dweck’s recipe from Aromas of Aleppo. 3 tablespoons fresh yeast or 4 packages active dry yeast 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 1/2 cups lukewarm water 8 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup anise seeds 1 teaspoon finely crushed mahlab (sour cherry pit can purchase on Amazon), optional 1…

Sheet Pan Chicken

Sheet Pan Chicken

Sheet Pan Chicken 1 chicken, cut up in pieces 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 fennel, thinly sliced 5 small golden potatoes, thinly sliced (use a handheld mandolin) season potatoes,fennel and onion with salt pepper and olive oil. Sprinkle chicken with turmeric, garlic powder, salt & pepper, herb de Provence. Add chopped up preserved lemon Drizzle…

The Pursuit of Cheesecake

The Pursuit of 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 browned. Cheesecake…

A Feta and Spring Vegetable Quiche for Mother’s Day

A Feta and Spring Vegetable Quiche for Mother’s Day

1 package puff pastry Extra virgin olive oil, for sautéing 2 Shallots, finely chopped 12 asparagus spears, chopped into 1 inch pieces with tips left whole 10 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 8 oz white mushrooms, sliced Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 8 large eggs 1 cup half-and-half 4 tablespoons store bought pesto…