Another crunchy wonderful salad for a side dish, this version of the classic Israeli salad is great with Lamb, beef, chicken, or fish. This night I was thinking light since I want to fit in a certain dress soon. I made the salad and a piece of succulent Chilean Sea Bass, pan … [Read more...] about Cucumber Tomato Salad
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Butternut Squash with Kooba
As of yesterday I finally am organized and ready for the New Year. I have plans for 2011 and the year is off to a great start! My friend Nina Bassa was kind enough to come over yesterday and cook with me for 3 hours. Nina is an amazing cook and fountain of culinary knowledge. … [Read more...] about Butternut Squash with Kooba
Roast Chicken with Lime and Sumac
I must apologize, I have been meaning to give this recipe for some time, but you know how things go. Now that the end of the year is near its time to get caught up and start with a fresh slate, oh oh is that a mixed metaphor? Everyone truly loves this chicken and it is so easy. … [Read more...] about Roast Chicken with Lime and Sumac
Pandericas
A vivid childhood memory has spurred me to hunt down, bake, and test various recipes in an intense endeavor to recreate pandericas. Pandericas are a Sephardic snack, … [Read more...] about Pandericas
Bumuelos or Sephardic Beignet
Hot from the sizzling oil, dripping with warm, lemon scented, honey syrup the bumuelo is a Sephardic tradition. That first bite of sweet crispy goodness is worth the calorie conscious guilt I will feel after eating this traditional goodie. … [Read more...] about Bumuelos or Sephardic Beignet
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