SHARON’S CHOCOLATE BARK

16 ounces frozen spinach, defrosted and completely drained of liquid7 ounces frozen artichoke hearts, defrosted2 large onions, thinly sliced3 tablespoons olive oil2 large eggs1 cup Gruyere, white cheddar or kashkaval cheese, shredded3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons breadcrumbs or matzo meal2 green onions, thinly sliced1 tablespoon dill, finely choppedSalt and pepper to taste1/2 teaspoon nutmeg…

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…

2 teaspoons yeast1 teaspoon sugar1 1/4 cup warm water3 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon saltvegetable or peanut oil for frying3-6 baby carrotssugar, for dusting  In a small bowl, add the yeast and sugar, then add the warm water, cover with a tea towel and allow to proof for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, mix the…

Sauce–1/4 cup olive oil2 onions, thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, grated or finely chopped1 14 ounce can of tomato sauce1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup water1 large lemon, juiced Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until tender.Add the tomato sauce, salt and pepper. Lower heat and allow…

18 lemons, washed and dried1 cup kosher salt Remove the stem of the lemon. Quarter the lemon lengthwise, with two cuts three-quarters of the way. Make sure that the lemon stays intact.Stuff all sides of the lemon with a generous amount of salt and squeeze lemon closed.Place lemon inside a 1-liter glass jar with an…