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Jewish Food

Pilau (Rice) Recipe

Published January 1, 2016

Ingredients2 c. Basmati rice, rinsed and drained3 c. water1 tbsp. oil1 tsp. salt2 cinnamon sticks6 cloves6 cardamom pods1 bay leafPinch of saffron, or ¼ tsp. turmericDirectionsPreheat oven to 350 degrees.In...

Moroccan Orange-Flavored Almond Cookies

Published January 1, 2016

IngredientsScant teaspoon olive oil for oiling parchment paper2 large egg whites2/3 cup granulated sugarFinely grated zest of 1 medium orange2 cups blanched sliced almondsDirectionsSet rack in center...

Roasted Eggplant and Red Pepper Salad

Roasted Eggplant and Red Pepper Salad

Published January 1, 2016

(Adapted from recipe by Liora Kushner)Ingredients2 large eggplants, about 1¼ - 1½ lbs. each¼ cup olive oil1 teaspoon saltJuice of 2 medium lemons3 red bell peppers2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely...

Moroccan Haroset Balls

Published January 1, 2016

Recipe adapted from White House Blog by Matt NosanchukIngredients¾ cup walnuts or almonds 1½ cups pitted dates½ cup dried apricots3 dried figs, stems removed1 cup raisins (dark, golden or any combination)½...

Sea Bass with Preserved Lemons

Published January 1, 2016

(Adapted from recipe by Liora Kushner)Ingredients4 sea bass fish filets (cod or salmon may be substituted)10 cloves of garlic4 peeled and diced tomatoes1 whole red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut...

Moroccan Tagine of Chicken

Moroccan Tagine of Chicken with Prunes, Apricots and Almonds

Published January 1, 2016

(Adapted from Quiches, Kugels, and Couscous by Joan Nathan)Ingredients¼ cup vegetable oil2 yellow onions, peeled and thinly slicedA 3½ -4 pound chicken, cut into eight piecesSalt and freshly ground black...

Bhajee Vegetable Curry

Published January 1, 2016

Ingredients2 tbsp. mild curry paste (I use Patak’s)2 tbsp. tomato paste1 tbsp. panch puran spice (5 spice mix available in Indian shops, optional)4 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped½ c. water3 medium potatoes,...

Crockpot short ribs with pomegranate molasses

Crockpot short ribs with pomegranate molasses

Published January 1, 2016

Yield: 6 servingsIngredients:3 1/2 pounds short ribs on the bone1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon dried coriander1/2 teaspoon sweet paprikaPinch red pepper flakes1 or 2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepperOlive...

Baba Billie’s Potato Kugel

Baba Billie’s Potato Kugel

Published January 1, 2016

Yield: 10-12 servingsIngredients:8 medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and coarsely shredded2 medium-large onions, coarsely shredded5 large eggs1/4 cup matzah meal1/2 tablespoon salt2 teaspoons freshly...

Roasted Broccoli with Garlic Recipe

Published January 1, 2016

Yield: 6 servingsIngredients:2 large or 3 medium heads of broccoli5-6 garlic cloves, left unpeeledSalt and pepperOlive oilDirections:Preheat oven to 400 degrees.Remove stems from broccoli. Cut broccoli...

Balsamic Marinated Strawberries

Published January 1, 2016

Ingredients:1/3 cup granulated sugar3 tablespoons water6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar3 pints fresh strawberries, washed, stemmed, and quartered4 tbsp. sour cream, stirredDirections:In a small saucepan,...

Japanese Spinach Salad

Published January 1, 2016

Ingredients:1 pound fresh spinach leaves, rinsed3 tbsp. sesame seeds2 tbsp. superfine sugar2 1/2 tbsp. soy sauceDirections:Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add spinach and let cook until...

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