We followed this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017492-muhammara-red-pepper-and-walnut-spread To roast the red pepper, we followed these tips instead of the ones in the NYT: https://www.daringgourmet.com/how-to-roast-red-peppers/ (Apr. 2018)
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Greek-style broccoli salad
Details here: https://cookieandkate.com/2015/greek-broccoli-salad-recipe/ Our modifications: first, we omitted kalamata olives and feta; we used 1 Tbsp capers (rinsed and drained). Second, we reduced the olive oil from ¼ cup (4 Tbsp) to 3 Tbsp. Finally, we used the juice of 1 lime before the 2 Tbsp lemon juice. (Mar. 2018)
Kale salad with lemon-garlic dressing
We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1015707-lemon-garlic-kale-salad (Dec. 2017)
Cinnamon pecan swirl quick bread
Details here: http://www.bakeorbreak.com/2006/11/cinnamon-swirl-bread/ We found it tasty, but dense and quite crumbly. We served this with nonfat Greek yogurt with toasted walnuts and honey. (Oct. 2017)
Pumpkin walnut bread
We tried this recipe: https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/spiced-pumpkin-bread.html Our modifications: first, we reduced the sugar from 2 cups to 1 ½ cups. We also used vanilla-infused sugar. Second, we added ¾ cup walnut pieces to the batter at the end. (Oct. 2017)
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)
Simple salad with baby arugula, strawberries, grape tomatoes, and Persian cucumber
We used a handful of each of vegetables and garnished with 1 Tbsp toasted walnuts. We drizzled the salad with 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar and olive oil, and then lightly seasoned with salt and black pepper. (Apr. 2017)
Citrus blueberry salad with almond-mint sugar
We tried this Bobby Flay recipe: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/citrus-blueberry-salad-with-almond-relish-and-minted-sugar.html but we forgot to toast the almonds before pulsing them with fresh mint and sugar. Still very tasty. (Feb. 2017)
Spicy salted caramel nuts
We tried this Ina Garten recipe: https://barefootcontessa.com/recipes/salted-caramel-nuts For some kick, we added ¼ tsp cayenne pepper along with the kosher salt. Based on our pantry, we used 2 cups each walnuts and almonds. We also overheated the caramelized sugar, so this has a slightly bittersweet flavor. The next time, we will try these instructions from… Continue reading Spicy salted caramel nuts
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