I grew up eating this “stick to your ribs” Split Pea Soup on many a Friday night. Like my Chicken Soup, this is my Grandma Jeannie’s recipe that was passed down through her mother Great Grandma Sarah; who, no doubt, learned it from Great Great Grandma Ida. As with all […]
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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” […]
Quinoa with Toasted Coconut
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 […]
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 […]
Sweet Potato Casserole
This Sweet Potato Casserole has been part of my Thanksgiving dinner for literally my whole life. When I was a child, Annie Mae made it. I remember her boiling and peeling the hot potatoes without even waiting for them to cool off. She mashed them with all the other ingredients […]
Pot Roast with Beer and Vegetables
Pot Roast with Beer and Vegetables is an oldie but goodie. One day, I discovered that I had several bottles of beer in the fridge leftover from one of my children’s gatherings. I wondered what would happen if I added the beer to the meat. I put the meat in […]
Farfalle with Roasted Cauliflower in Lemon Garlic Sauce
I was introduced to Farfalle with Roasted Cauliflower at a restaurant called The Lemon Tree in Capri. I remember sitting outside surrounded by lemon trees and breathing in the lemon scented air. It was heaven. When I returned home, I got to work recreating it. Farfalle (or bowtie pasta) comes […]
Roast Veal with Rosemary and Thyme
If you are looking for a celebratory meal, try this Roast Veal with Rosemary and Thyme. As I begin to braise it, my kitchen is filled with the most amazing aroma from the fresh herbs and garlic. The onions and peppers add to the flavor of the veal; and also […]