On my trip to Turkey, I ate the best tomatoes stuffed with rice reminiscent of my Nona’s. The old people like my Nona had the patience to leave things in the oven just an extra few minutes … [Read more...] about Rice Stuffed Tomatoes, Tomates Yenas
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Simple Dinner
After these last few weeks of marathon cooking, shopping, planning and consumming I want to make a simple dinner. Working with a few ingredients that are readily available and easy to assemble spells relief from the heavy eating of Spring time holidays. I am going to grill a … [Read more...] about Simple Dinner
Apio Agra Dulce, Celery Root with Lemon
For some time now I have been thinking about posting a little spring vegetable often overlooked and yet so delicious and easy to make. Have you every seen those gnarled downright ugly looking bulbous roots with scrawny celery stalks and leaves sticking out of them at a farm … [Read more...] about Apio Agra Dulce, Celery Root with Lemon
Passover Artichokes with Lemon and Honey
Artichokes are one of spring’s treats. The green earthy flavor with a smooth texture pairs well with lemon, tomato, and grilled flavors. This dish is an old Sephardic favorite from Turkey that my Nona Chiprut used to make. It takes a little patience to pair down all those … [Read more...] about Passover Artichokes with Lemon and Honey
Cauliflower Three Ways
The humble cauliflower, usually ignored, often over cooked, one of those vegetables your mother told you was good for you but smelled bad. Before I begin my Passover project I wanted to post these recipes for cauliflower. Cauliflower Cashew Salad Although this is not a … [Read more...] about Cauliflower Three Ways
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