We had a quinoa tabouli while in Israel and it was outrageous. We came up with this recipe: 2 cups water 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 1 cup quinoa 1/3 cup olive oil 3 medium ripe tomatoes 2 tablespoons fresh mint 1 1/2 cups parsley, coarsely chopped 1 cup scallions, chopped salt, to taste 1. Continue Reading »
Here you go: just in time for Turkey time, all the things you need to know about cranberries plus one recipe: CRANBERRY TIPS: * When washing, look for bright, plump cranberries and pick out any soft, crushed, or shriveled berries. * Peak season is September through December. * Fresh cranberries will keep in the refrigerator Continue Reading »
Broccoli Salad Delight From AJ’s Fine Foods 1/2 pound broccoli florets 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup chopped red onions 1/4 cup roasted cashew pieces Pinch granulated garlic Pinch white pepper Drop broccoli into boiling water for 4 to 7 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Continue Reading »
Ingredients Crust: 1-1/4 cup all-purpose flour Pinch salt 6 Tbsp. cold, unsalted butter/margarine, cut into thin pats Tbsp. About 3 to 5 ice water Filling: 1-1/3 cup pecan halves or large pieces 4 eggs, graded “large” 1 Tbsp. instant espresso powder (it MUST be instant!) 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup firmly packed light Continue Reading »
Over the years, we have found that the day after that pagan holiday celebrated by so many at this time of year, pumpkins are still plentiful and the prices are low. We love pumpkin soup, pumpkin bread, and pumpkin seeds. Here is a great recipe we recently found: INGREDIENTS: 2 cups pumpkin seeds 2 Tablespoons Continue Reading »
To prepare ahead, combine the ingredients, and shape into a loaf the night before or in the morning. Remove from the refrigerator to stand while you heat the oven. Ingredients 2/3 cup orange marmalade 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce, divided 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 pound ground beef 1 cup Continue Reading »
Hot dogs are sliced and cooked in a sweet and sour sauce. Serve sweet and sour hot dogs with hot cooked rice. INGREDIENTS: 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits 2 tablespoons margarine 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 green bell pepper, cut in strips 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 tablespoon brown sugar dash salt 2 tablespoons vinegar Continue Reading »
We found a web site that is truly da bomb!! It is called Top Secret Recipes. Chef Todd Wilbur clones restaurant menu items so that you can cook them at home. THIS IS NOT A KOSHER WEB SITE. HOWEVER, an incredible number of the recipes can easily be made in a kosher kitchen. Some require Continue Reading »
This truffle drink is no trifle! 2 Tablespoons of heavy cream 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder 1 shot (50ml) brewed coffee About one cup of frothed milk Mix the cream with the cocoa and slowly coat the sides of the glass with the mixture. Use a gentle rotating or swirling motion to do this. Pour Continue Reading »
RECIPE: PASTA SALAD WITH FRUIT *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* INGREDIENTS: 8 ounces shell macaroni, uncooked 8 ounces plain lowfat yogurt 1/4 can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 15 ounce canned mandarin oranges, drained 1 cup red seedless grapes 1 cup seedless white grapes 1 cored, diced red apple 1/2 cup celery, sliced 1/2 cup walnut halves lettuce, for Continue Reading »
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