This recipe for Quinoa with Toasted Coconut is especially important for those who don’t eat kitniyot on Passover. For non kitniyot eaters, it is very hard to add protein to their diet. Tofu and Seitan are not permitted. Quinoa is a whole grain and, as such, provides a good deal […]
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Red Snapper Fillets Coated in Plantain chips
Red Snapper Fillets coated in Plantain Chips make an unusual and delicious meal and are perfect for Passover. You can use any firm fleshed white fish like grouper or halibut instead of the snapper for this easy recipe. The crushed plantain chips give a great coating to the red snapper […]
Blackberry-Mango Salsa
This Blackberry-Mango Salsa is as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to eat. Fresh lime juice turns up the flavor of all the other ingredients. This is the perfect accompaniment to fish or chicken or even just spooned over a plate of quinoa. Here’s a link to a […]
Plantain Chips
Plantain Chips are crunchy and delicious. Enjoy them as a healthy snack with a drink in hand or without. I also like to crush them and use the crumbs as a coating for fish, meat or vegetables. They make a great substitute for matzah meal on Passover. For a recipe […]
Chicken with Currants, Olives and Herbs
I learned how to make Chicken with Currants, Olives and Herbs when I was taking a cooking class right outside of Florence, Italy. Knowing I was Kosher, the Chef made all the recipes with vegetable stock so I could eat them. There was no substitution for the chicken; so I […]
Baked Stuffed Potatoes
Baked Stuffed Potatoes (also referred to as Twice Baked Potatoes) was always a treat when I was growing up. We usually had them on Thursday night or “fish night” in our house. Admittedly, Annie Mae made them with butter and milk. Potatoes mashed, whipped and then stuffed back into their […]
New Potatoes Stuffed with Salmon Caviar
These New Potatoes Stuffed with Salmon Caviar are an easy and elegant hors d’oeuvre for New Years Eve or any festive gathering. You can make them dairy by dotting them with creme fraiche or sour cream; or leave them non-dairy by just adding a few chopped chives. You can prep […]
Vegetable Frittata
Making a Vegetable Frittata is so easy and very versatile. Sauté any combination of vegetables you like. I like to use vegetables of various colors like red and yellow peppers, yellow and green zucchini, baby spinach, mushrooms, red onions etc. I usually add cheese but you don’t have to. You […]
French Meringues
French Meringues are made from egg whites beaten with sugar and a little cream of tartar, salt or lemon juice to help them hold their shape. This process can take on many different uses depending on how you treat the meringue. You can flavor it with vanilla, peppermint or whatever […]
Chocolate Mousse with Minced Orange Rind
Rich, velvety Chocolate Mousse with Minced Orange Rind is a treat for everyone. Who can resist rich creamy chocolate dotted with bits of candied orange rind. It is almost too good to be true. I like adding coffee to the chocolate; but if you don’t, try adding an equal amount […]