We tried this simple and delicious recipe: http://www.thekitchn.com/roasted-radishes-are-the-vegetable-thats-missing-from-your-life-215614 It is written as a narrative, so I summarized it into steps: First, preheat oven to 450. Second, wash and trim one bunch red radishes, then cut in half vertically. Third, toss with 1 Tbsp olive oil and some salt and pepper. Fourth, place, cut side down,… Continue reading Oven-roasted red radishes
Savory mushroom kugel
We tried this recipe, which calls for matzoh farfel (3 sheets matzoh broken into 2 inch pieces): http://allrecipes.com/recipe/231328/savory-rosemary-garlic-farfel-kugel/ Our modifications: first, we used shallots instead of onion. Second, we added some chopped sage in addition to a few chopped rosemary needles (about ½ tsp each). We made this for a belated Rosh Hashanah celebration. (Sept.… Continue reading Savory mushroom kugel
Beef tzimmes
We followed this Joan Nathan recipe: https://www.google.com/amp/s/recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail-amp.asp%3frecipe=1233053 Our modifications: first, we used beef flank and increased the amount to 1.5 lb. Second, rather than dicing the carrots, we cut them into large, 3-inch long diagonals. We also cut each peeled sweet potato into 6-8 wedges (cutting in half crosswise and then cutting each half into… Continue reading Beef tzimmes
Greek honey cake
We tried this recipe for a walnut cake soaked in lemon-infused honey syrup: http://www.food.com/recipe/greek-honey-cake-428671 Our modifications: first, we baked this in an 8x8 (instead of 9x9) square baking dish. Second, for the batter, we added zest from one whole orange rather than just 1 tsp zest. Finally, for the syrup, we increased the lemon juice… Continue reading Greek honey cake
Matzoh party mix
Details here: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/passover-party-snack-mix/amp For the nuts, we used 1 cup each walnuts, almonds, and shelled pistachios. We baked it for 42 mins and found it slightly overdone; we recommend baking for 40 mins or less and not worrying if the caramelization is complete. (Sept. 2017)
Guacamole breakfast sandwich
We loosely followed this recipe: http://damndelicious.net/2016/06/12/guacamole-breakfast-sandwich/ Our modifications: first, we used precooked bacon, which we microwaved for 1 min. Second, we made scrambled eggs (2 egg whites, 3 eggs, and a dash of milk cooked on low heat in a buttered teflon pan) instead of frying them. Third, we made guacamole (see http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/148260873751/simple-guacamole-recipe-here) but omitted… Continue reading Guacamole breakfast sandwich
Simple panzanella
We tried this recipe based on our pantry: https://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2015/09/classic-panzanella-salad-recipe.html Our modifications: we used 2/3 lb sliced Whole Foods pain de campagne (country bread), which we cut into bite-sized pieces. After lightly coating them with olive oil, we sprinkled about 1 tsp dried Greek oregano before toasting in the oven (at 400 for 7-10 mins, turning… Continue reading Simple panzanella
Oven-roasted Italian sausage with shallot and bell pepper
This recipe is from my step-MIL, who applied a Provencal flavor profile to a traditional Italian dish. Preheat oven to 400. Using 8 large raw Italian mild pork sausages (see Note below), prick each sausage with a fork (three times on top and on bottom). Cut one yellow and one red bell pepper in half… Continue reading Oven-roasted Italian sausage with shallot and bell pepper
Halmoni’s bulgogi
We made my beloved grandmother’s recipe for Korean thinly sliced beef. Prepare the following marinade: ½ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup water, 1/3 cup plus 1 Tbsp sugar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 small, thinly sliced onion (we used 1 large shallot cut into ¼" crosswise slices), 1 chopped scallion (which we omitted), 2 Tbsp… Continue reading Halmoni’s bulgogi
Crispy oven-baked tofu
We tried this recipe, which offered a healthier version of pan-fried tofu: https://cookieandkate.com/2016/how-to-make-crispy-baked-tofu/ Our modifications: first, we used Trader Joe’s firm (not extra firm) tofu. After pressing water out for 30 mins, we also used a paper towel to gently squeeze water out of each piece before tossing in olive oil. Second, we seasoned with… Continue reading Crispy oven-baked tofu
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