Cheese Burekas

Cheese Burekas

2 large russet potatoes1/2 lb of feta cheese, crumbled1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese2 eggsBoil the potatoes in a pot over medium heat until fork tender, 7-10 minutes.Peel the potatoes and place in a medium bowl. Mash the potatoes and allow to cool.Add the Feta and Parmesan cheeses and the egg. Mix all the ingredients…

Mediterranean Branzino

Mediterranean Branzino

2 whole branzino, butterflied Salt and pepper Extra Virgin Olive Oil Preheat oven to 425°F. Sprinkle the flesh of the fish with salt and pepper. Drizzle lightly with olive oil. Place flesh down on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Drizzle oil over the skin, then add a light sprinkle of salt. Place fish…

Spicy Salmon

Spicy Salmon

2-3 lbs salmon, cut into squares 1/4 cup olive oil 2 teaspoons sweet paprika 2 teaspoons coriander 1 teaspoon cumin 3 russet potatoes, sliced into 1/4” rounds1 large onion, cut into rounds2 Roma tomatoes 10 cloves garlic, chopped 2 carrots, chopped into sticks1 red Anaheim pepper 1 green Anaheim pepper 2 tablespoons harissa4 tablespoons tomato…

Roasted Eggplant Recipe

Roasted Eggplant Recipe

2 large eggplants, washed and dried Kosher salt, for sprinkling 1/2 cup avocado oil or olive oil Granulated garlic powder Slice eggplant in 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place a tiny pinch of salt on each piece of eggplant. Place cut eggplant in a colander for at least 1 hour.Preheat oven to 400°F.Line a baking sheet with…

Pizza Dough Recipe

Pizza Dough Recipe

This is not Molino’s pizza recipe, but it’s perfect for making pizza at home. This recipe requires an 18- to 24-hour rise in the fridge. You will need bread flour and purified water, active dry yeast, kosher salt, sugar and olive oil. Don’t forget to use San Marzano canned tomatoes for the sauce and fresh…

Challah Recipe

Challah Recipe

4 Tbsp active dry yeast 4 1/2 cups warm water 2 Tbsp sugar 5 lbs high gluten bread flour
1 cup sugar
2 Tbsp salt 3 large eggs 1¼ cup vegetable oil •In a large glass bowl, combine yeast, warm water and sugar, then cover with a towel and allow to proof for 10 minutes. •In an…

Saffron Meatballs

Saffron Meatballs

1 pound ground beef 1 small yellow onion, grated and drained of liquid 2 garlic cloves, grated 4 tablespoons potato starch 1 egg 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon coriander 2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepperPlace all the ingredients in a large bowl, then mix to combine well. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Form…

Quiche Recipe

Quiche Recipe

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, defrosted 2 tbsp Dijon mustard 6 tablespoons olive oil 2 leeks, pale green and white parts only, thinly sliced 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced 1 lb asparagus, stems cut in 1 inch pieces, stalks left in 3 inch pieces, kept separate 6 large eggs 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tbsp turmeric…

Horseradish Aioli Cucumber Salad 🥗🥒

Horseradish Aioli Cucumber Salad 🥗🥒

4 large Persian cucumbers2 green onions, finely chopped1/3 cup mayonnaise2 tbsp white horseradish2 tbsp white wine vinegar1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp kosher salt1/2 tsp sumac, for sprinkling In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, horseradish, vinegar, garlic powder, and salt to make the aioli.Spread the aioli on a large plate, then sprinkle the green…

Chopped Falafel Salad

Chopped Falafel Salad

1 dozen frozen falafel balls1 small bunch basil, roughly chopped1 small bunch mint, roughly chopped4 green onions, chopped2 cucumbers, finely diced2 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped1 lemon, juiced3 tbsp olive oil1/2 tsp saltAmba Aioli4 tablespoons amba (pickled mango)6 tablespoons mayonnaise Preheat oven to 400°F.Place falafel balls on a parchment lined baking sheet and heat for 12…

Espinaca Con Garbanzos (Spinach and garbazo beans)

Espinaca Con Garbanzos (Spinach and garbazo beans)

3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil3 cloves garlic, finely chopped3 Tbsp tomato paste1 tsp kosher salt½ tsp pepper2 tsp paprika1 tsp ground coriander or cumin,optional1 15 oz can garbanzo beans, with liquid2 lb fresh spinach1/3 cup water1 lemon, juiced In a large deep pot, warm olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, tomato paste, salt…

Za’atar Challah Recipe

Za’atar Challah Recipe

Topping: 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 large purple onion, finely diced 1/2 tsp sugar Pinch of salt Za’atar 1 egg and 1 Tbsp honey, beaten for egg wash Warm the oil in a shallow fry pan over medium high heat. Add the onions and sauté for five minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the sugar…

Chocolate Date Truffle

Chocolate Date Truffle

yields 2 dozen 12 Medjool pitted dates 2/3 cup almond butter  ½ cup almond flour 3 Tbsp cacao powder 1 ½ tsp almond extract or vanilla ½ cup tiny semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup chocolate chips(melted for coating) In a bowl, soak dates in hot water for 10 minutes (skip this step if dates are…

Potato Kubbah Recipe

Potato Kubbah Recipe

The Shell2 pounds russet potatoes1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oilSalt and pepper, to tasteBreadcrumbs or matzo meal1 egg, beaten with a little water1/2 cup oil, for frying The Filling1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon baharat spice (equal parts cinnamon, clove, allspice, cumin and cardamom)2 tablespoons golden raisins, finely chopped1 pound ground…

Celery Root Salad

Celery Root Salad

2 pounds celery root 1 3/4 teaspoons salt 4 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 cup mayonnaise 2 Tbsp prepared horseradish 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp chopped chives Pinch of freshly ground black pepper Use a serrated knife or vegetable peeler to remove all the brown outer portions of…