This is a perfect recipe for those who don’t want to sauté, caramelize or sear. Just layer your ingredients in a pot and simmer. The result is a flavorful vegetable mix with a small amount of the natural juices that come from the vegetables. If you prefer more liquid, just […]
Author: Gloria Kobrin
Coconut-Chocolate Chip Squares
It’s so exciting to find a beloved recipe in the back of a box of “oldies but goodies”. I used to make these every year as part of a cookie assortment for holidays. I’ve reworked the recipe and made it healthier and “nut free”-except for the coconut. Naturally, you can […]
Rugelach
Warning- these rugelach are incredibly dairy and delicious. I make them with nuts and without nuts. Either way, your family and guests will clamor for more! This is not one of those 1-2-3 recipes; but the results are more than worth it! Prep time: 2 hours
Beef Tagine
The combination of spices in this recipe make you feel like you’re on an exotic vacation. The hot, sweet and spicy flavors combined with the tender beef, vegetables and dried apricots make each bite a perfect one. Make this recipe a day in advance so that the flavors have a […]
Cauliflower Soup with Shitake Mushrooms and Black Truffle Oil
This soup takes cauliflower to a whole new level. It’s light, creamy without cream, and full of Umami from shitakes and black truffle oil. The prep couldn’t be more simple but the flavor is extraordinary! Prep: 20 minutes
Easy Mocha Frosting
When you realize that if you make tons of cupcakes for your grandchildren; you have to frost them and you don’t have a lot of time- this is the perfect frosting. Using unsweetened cocoa instead of chocolate that you have to chop up and melt is a great time saver. […]
Grilled Tofu
Tofu is an amazing vegetarian protein. It literally absorbs any marinade you soak it in. It also absorbs the flavors of any recipe you add it to. The trick is to press the moisture out of the tofu and give it enough time to soak up the flavors of the […]
Balsamic Vinaigrette
I love this dressing because it has enough body to be a great dipping sauce for artichokes and is light enough to enhance every salad. It is also a terrific marinade for chicken or tofu. Prep time: 10 Minutes
Mini Pecan Tarts
Think Pecan Pie with a little less gooey filling! These tarts have lots of toasted pecan crunch with just enough delicious goo to hold them together. The phyllo shells look amazing and give a great crunch. I’ve made this in a rectangular tart shape and in mini muffin pans. Both […]
BOOK REVIEW: Candies from Heaven by Gil Hovav
I met Gil Hovav at a Jewish Food Media Conference, where he was one of the featured speakers. I was struck by his wide open smile and jovial manner. To listen to Gil speak is to be drawn into his crazy world of family and food and life experience. You […]