Appetizer

Spinach and Peach Salad

Spinach and Peach Salad may seem like an unusual combination; but earthy spinach combined with juicy sweet peaches, caramelized onions, creamy avocados and candied pecans make for a spectacular bite.  A little fruity vinegar ties it altogether. Serve your Spinach and Peach Salad in a large shallow bowl  or arrange […]

Sesame Sticks

This recipe is for non dairy Sesame Sticks. If you’re not a fan of sesame seeds, you can also make it with poppy seeds or caraway seeds. You can mix the seeds and use them all.  If you are having a dairy meal, you can make or buy dairy puff […]

Salmon Croquettes

Salmon Croquettes are an oldie but goodie! When I was growing up, Thursday night was fish night in our house. Salmon Croquettes were on a rotation with fried fish and halibut salad. Canned salmon is perfect to use to make these croquettes. Find a brand that has no skin and […]

Fried Goat Cheese

Fried goat cheese is one of life’s special pleasures. Coat each slice in crushed Candied Pecans (or any crushed nuts) or in crumbs (gluten-free for Passover) and quickly fry in oil. It’s crunchy, creamy and delicious. You can add the fried goat cheese medallions to salads or soups or just […]

Steamed Artichokes

Steamed Artichokes became a favorite with my children from the moment they began to actually eat with their hands. Many of their friends leaned to eat Steamed Artichokes at our table. Eating tutorial later. First – choose artichokes whose leaves are tightly closed. I prefer unblemished ones but the “frost-bitten” […]

Eggplant Sandwiches

Eggplant sandwiches have it all. They are vegetarian and could be carb free if you use gf bread crumbs. They are ooey-gooey and delicious. Have some home made tomato sauce ready to dip them in. Serve these Eggplant Sandwiches with a salad for a light lunch or as a first […]

Grape Leaves Stuffed with Lamb,Rice and Herbs

Grape Leaves Stuffed with Lamb, Rice and Herbs is a wonderful Turkish recipe. If fresh grape leaves are not available to you, buy them in bottles. They come in all size bottles, tightly folded together and preserved in brine. Mint, Parsley and Dill make up the Turkish trilogy of herbs. […]

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 […]

Mushroom Ears

Making Mushroom Ears couldn’t be easier. Defrost a box of  puff pastry, spread it with sautéed mushrooms and onions, roll up, slice and bake. Mushroom Ears are actually easier to slice when they’re slightly frozen; so I always try to have a few rolls in my freezer for surprise company. […]

Pear, Roasted Onion & Bleu Cheese Salad

Pear, Roasted Onion & Bleu Cheese Salad has a spectacular combination of flavors. Sweet ripe pears, funky bleu cheese and roasted onions come together in this salad to produce an amazing taste bomb. Candied Pecans add a sweet crunch to all the other components. You can arrange all the elements for […]