SPANISH POTATO SALAD

SPANISH POTATO SALAD

3 pounds red or Yukon gold potatoes, unpeeled & washed  ½ medium red onion, finely chopped  3-4 celery stalks, including leaves, finely chopped  ½ cup finely diced dill pickle  1 handful fresh parsley  6 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil  4 Tbsp red wine vinegar  1 tsp sea salt Black pepper, to taste Fill a large…

Crispy Spicy Chickpeas

Crispy Spicy Chickpeas

1 15.5 oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 tsp garlic powder1/4 tsp salt1 tsp paprika1/2 tsp Aleppo or cayenne pepper (optional)Black pepper to taste   Preheat oven to 450°F and place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven while it preheats (this ensures the chickpeas crisp as soon as they…

Spicy Grilled Chicken

Spicy Grilled Chicken

4-6 chicken thighs, deboned and skinless1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 large lemon, juiced1/4 cup za’atarKosher salt, to taste (omit if spice mix has added salt) Place the chicken thighs in a Ziploc bag with the olive oil, lemon juice and spices. Rub the bag until thighs are completely coated. Allow to marinate for 10…

Ka’hi and Qei’mar Recipe

Ka’hi and Qei’mar Recipe

1 large sheet frozen puff pastry, defrosted and cut into 12 equal squares1/2 cup full fat ricotta cheese1/2 cup sour cream1 cup organic date syrup Preheat oven to 400°F.Combine ricotta and sour cream in a fine strainer and allow to drain for 15 minutes.Line a baking tray with parchment paper.Place puff pastry on the tray,…

Cassola Ricotta Cheesecake

Cassola Ricotta Cheesecake

3 cups whole milk ricotta (drained in a cheesecloth or fine sieve for 1 hour)¾ cup sugar3 large eggs1 Tbsp cornstarch2 Tbsp vanilla2 Tbsp orange liqueur or rum1/3 cup golden raisins1 pinch of salt In a small bowl, combine the raisins and liquor and allow to soak for 1 hour.Preheat oven to 350°F degrees.Lightly grease…

Almodronte

Almodronte

(Spinach Soufflé)4 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 medium onion, finely chopped1 pound fresh baby spinach1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons heavy cream1/4 cup matzah meal (optional) Preheat oven to 350°F.In a large pan, warm 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute until they are golden brown. Set…

ASPARAGUS AND PESTO QUICHE

ASPARAGUS AND PESTO QUICHE

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, defrosted3 Tbsp olive oil1 large onion, thinly sliced1 lb asparagus, stems cut in 1 inch pieces, stalks left in 3 inch pieces, kept separate4 large eggs1 cup heavy whipping cream3 Tbsp pesto1/2 cup feta cheese1/2 cup mozzarella cheese1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved1 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan…

SPINACH BOYOS

SPINACH BOYOS

Filling2 1/2 lbs. spinach, finely chopped1 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup finely grated Romano or parmesan cheese3 tablespoons flour Combine all the ingredients. DOUGH1 cup warm water1 tsp yeast1 tsp sugar1 Tbsp vegetable or avocado oil1 tsp salt3-4 cups all-purpose flour1 egg, beaten, for egg wash Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, combine…

Iraqi Red Rice

Iraqi Red Rice

Iraqi Red Rice 2 cups Basmati rice3 1/2 cups boiling water2 Tbsp pareve chicken consommé powder3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 tsp kosher salt1 tsp sweet paprika1 tsp turmeric4 Tbsp tomato paste6 medium garlic cloves, peeled  Place rice in a bowl, cover with water and soak for 30 minutes.Add consommé powder to boiling water and…

Herby Salmon Recipe

Herby Salmon Recipe

1 large salmon fillet, center cut2 Tbsp kosher saltFreshly ground black pepper, to taste3 Tbsp Dijon mustard4 green onions, finely chopped2 small bunches basil, roughly chopped1 small bunch Italian parsley, roughly chopped2 bunches dill1 large lemon, sliced into thin rings1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Place salmon skin side down on a dish lined with…

Vegetable Confit

Vegetable Confit

1 large fennel, cut into wedges2 medium turnips, lightly peeled, chopped into wedges2 medium heirloom carrots, cut into 1/2″ thick pieces1 large red onion, cut into wedges12 garlic cloves, peeled4 bay leaf2 tsp kosher salt1/2 tsp pepper1 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil2 sprigs rosemary, for garnish Preheat oven to 400°F.In a medium ovenproof dish,…

Cherry Tomato Confit 

Cherry Tomato Confit 

10–12 cloves of garlic, peeled½ tsp salt¼ tsp pepper1–1 ½ cups olive oil (tomatoes should be covered at least half way)1 handful of fresh herbs, like basil, oregano, thyme or dill Preheat the oven to 425°F.Place the tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper and olive oil to a small ovenproof baking dish.Gently stir until the tomatoes and garlic are evenly coated.Sprinkle the…

Passover Pastelitos

Passover Pastelitos

Meat filling:(the Miga)1 tablespoon olive oilOne large onion finely grated1.5 pounds ground beefI teaspoon turmeric1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon nutmeg1 cup finely chopped parsleyDrizzle of vinegar2 large egg yolks For frying :Canola or grape seed oilMatza meal4 egg whitesPinch of salt Peel the potatoes place in a pot with water NOT covering the potatoes….

Meringues

Meringues

6 egg whites1 1/2 cups sugar1/4 tsp salt4 tsp corn starch or potato starch2 tsp white or apple cider vinegar Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.In clean bowl of a stand mixer, use the whisk attachment to beat egg whites, starting on low speed. As the eggs become foamy, gradually…

Burmuelo Recipe

Burmuelo Recipe

2 cups matzah farfel (or crushed matzah)2 large eggs, at room temperature1/2 tsp salt1/2 cup grated Parmesan (optional)1/2 cup crumbled fetaPepper to tasteVegetable oil, for frying Soak matzah farfel in 1 cup warm water. After two minutes, squeeze out the water.In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and salt.Add the two cheeses and the farfel…

MOROCCAN CHAROSET TRUFFLES

MOROCCAN CHAROSET TRUFFLES

1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped2 cups pitted dates1 cup raisins, golden or dark1 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 cup sweet wine Finely ground almond flour and/or dried rose petals to roll charoset balls in (optional) In food processor combine chopped walnuts, dates, raisins and spices until mixture begins to stick together and is finely chopped….

Chicken Tagine

Chicken Tagine

Marinade:½ cup olive oil2 tsp salt2 Tbsp sweet paprika2 Tbsp turmeric1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger, grated8 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 cup chopped cilantro Tagine:1 whole chicken, cut in pieces¼ cup olive oil1 large onion, finely chopped½ cup whole pitted prunes½ cup whole dried apricots1 cinnamon stick1 Tbsp turmeric1 Tbsp cinnamon powder1 big pinch saffron2 fennel…

Quajado de Carne Meat Pie

Quajado de Carne Meat Pie

1 large onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 pounds ground beef1 cup farfel (or crushed matzah)1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon white pepper1 cup chopped Italian parsley10 eggs (set aside 2) Preheat oven to 400°F.Place the matzah farfel in a small bowl, then pour warm water over it.Warm olive oil in a pan over medium…

Moroccan Vegetable Soup

Moroccan Vegetable Soup

3 tablespoons olive oil2 large leeks, white and pale green parts only, cleaned and sliced1 large onion, chopped2 large carrots, peeled and diced4 stalks celery, chopped2 medium turnips, peeled and diced2-3 large potatoes, peeled and diced2 cups frozen double-peeled fava beans6 cups water, vegetable stock or chicken stock2Tablespoons chicken consommé (optional)Salt and white pepper, to…

Chuck Roast

Chuck Roast

Silan Barbecue Chuck Roast 1 3-4 lb chuck roast3 Tbsp avocado or olive oil10 medium Yukon gold potatoes, washed and chopped in quarters2 tsp kosher salt1 tsp ground black pepper2 red or yellow onions, sliced10 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped2 cups chicken broth or water3/4 cup Silan barbecue sauce • Preheat oven to 300°F.• Place brisket…