Day: 6 March 2011

Passover Linzer Torte recipe

Pareve margarine is made from water, oil and flavorings (not dairy products). 1/2 cup matzo cake meal 1/2 cup potato starch 1 cup pareve margarine or butter, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup ground unpeeled almonds 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon or ( 1 teaspoon lemon rind) 2 eggs, separated 1/2 cup…


Chicken Schnitzel

Ingredients 4 chicken breasts cut in two sections each or 1 1/2 – 2 pounds chicken filet strips, or boneless breasts salt, pepper 3 cups, approximately, matzoh meal 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 4 beaten eggs Oil for frying Instructions Lay out a large sheet…


Flourless Chocolate & Vanilla Marble Cake

This dense, luscious cake has a texture a little like fudge and a little like cheesecake. A small slice goes a long way. Serves sixteen Yields one 9-1/2 inch cake ingredients For the vanilla batter: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract…


FLOURLESS LEMON-ALMOND CAKE

1 1/3 cups blanched slivered almonds 8 tablespoons sugar 4 large eggs, separated 5 teaspoons packed grated lemon peel 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of salt Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter and flour 9-inch-diameter cake pan with 1 1/2-inch-high sides. Line bottom of pan with waxed paper. Finely grind almonds with 2 tablespoons sugar in…


EASY FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE

Cake 8 tbsp. (1 stick) unsalted butter (room temperature) 3/4 cup sugar 7 large eggs, separated 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled Pinch salt Finishing 1/4 cup seedless raspberry preserves 1 cup whipping cream 3 tbsp. sugar One 9-inch springform pan, buttered; line bottom with a disk of parchment paper 1. Set rack at…


LEMON MERINGUE Cookies for Passover

These guilt-free treats taste a lot like lemon meringue pie! They’re easy to make and fat-free. 3 egg whites, at room temperature 1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice 6 tbsp. sugar 1 1/2 tbsp. grated lemon zest Preheat oven to 250°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with non-stick spray. In a large…


Passover Nut Cookies

no one will be able to resist these great Passover cookies! Ingredients 3/4 cup coarsely ground almonds 3 cups coarsely ground walnuts & pecans (combined) 2 large eggs, beaten 1/4 cup sugar 2 tbsp honey plus the zest from one small orange 3/4 tsp cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit. Cover a baking…


Passover Mushroom Schnitzel

3 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup scallions, minced,including some green tops 1 cup onions, minced 1 1/2 lbs mushrooms, finely chopped 1 teaspoon garlic powder, to taste 1 tablespoon parsley, minced 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1/3 cup matzo meal salt and pepper, to taste Heat 1 tbs oil in a heavy nonstick skillet over medium…


Potato Kugel with Fried Shallots

Kugel is a baked pudding, usually made with noodles or potatoes. This version, prepared with shredded potatoes and fried shallots, is crispy at the edges and deliciously creamy in the middle. ingredients 1 cup vegetable oil 4 large shallots, thinly sliced 5 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled and coarsely shredded 1 large yellow onion, coarsely grated…


vegetable kugel

5 large eggs 3 medium onions (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds total), peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces, divided 14 green onions, coarsely chopped, divided 5 8-ounce russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes, divided 2 medium carrots, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces, divided 1 large zucchini, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces, divided 1/2 cup…


Passover Pecan Bars

This dessert is reminiscent of pecan pie–with the extra sweetness of maple syrup and flaked coconut baked right in. CRUST: 1 cup matzo cake meal 1/2 cup matzo meal 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup ground toasted pecans 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 large egg white Cooking…


POTATO KUGEL

All the old recipes for potato kugel come out sort of heavy and gluey, which is not at all how good kugels taste today. These days, the kugel sold in the take-out shops and delicatessens, not to mention those made at home by modern balabustas, are still full of good onion flavor but they are…


PASSOVER Raspberry Cookies

1 cup sugar 1/4 tsp salt 4 tbsp potato starch 2 cups matzo cake meal 2 tbsp orange juice grated orange zest 4 eggs 2/3 cup vegetable oil Passover raspberry preserves 1 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 egg white cinnamon sugar Sift dry ingredients into a large bowl. Make a well in…


Passover Fruitcake

This fruitcake recipe was adapted for the Passover holiday by substituting matza cake meal for the flour. The combination of dried fruits and nuts is reminiscent of charoset, a traditional dish served at seders. Sliced very thin, the fruitcake is sure to be a popular dessert for Passover. 2 Tbs. unsalted butter or nondairy margarine,…


ROAST CHICKEN WITH VEGETABLES

Time: 50 minutes, plus overnight marination 1/4 cup kosher-for-Passover vinegar 1 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper flakes 1 head garlic, cloves peeled and crushed 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano (I used 1 teaspoon dried) 1/2 cup kosher-for-Passover vegetable or olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste ( 1 teaspoon kosher…


Mom’s Granola

3 cups large flake oatmeal, (not quick cooking) ¼ cup chopped pecans ¼ cup slivered almonds ¼ cup sunflower seeds ¼ cup dried cranberries ¼ cup pumpkin seeds ¼ cup raisins or currents ¼ cup coconut ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional) ½ cup honey or maple syrup ¼ cup vegetable oil. Combine all ingredients except dried…


Chocolate Idiot Cake

One 9-inch cake This cake is extremely rich, and tastes like the most delicious, silkiest, most supremely-chocolate ganache you’ve ever had. As mentioned, it’s equally good a few days later, and only an idiot could possibly mess it up. You don’t need to use ScharffenBerger chocolate for this cake, but use a good one—you’ll appreciate…


Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes

ingredients: Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes · 2 cups flour · 1/4 cup sugar · 2 1/4 tsp baking powder · 1/2 tsp baking soda · 1/2 tsp salt · 2 x eggs · 2 cups buttermilk · 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, plus some for frying · 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen Directions: Blueberry Buttermilk…


Perfect Pancakes

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup plain yogurt 3/4 cup milk 2 extra-large eggs 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Unsalted butter Pure maple syrup In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together the yougurt, milk, eggs and…


HERB PESTO

HERB PESTO (I double and triple the recipes,) 2/3 cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves 2/3 cup firmly packed fresh mint leaves 2/3 cup firmly packed fresh parsley leaves 1/3 cup pine nuts 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 large garlic cloves, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup…


Magic Dust

There’s a big shaker of Magic Dust next to the salt and pepper in my kitchen. Makes about 2 1/2 cups · 1/2 cup paprika · 1/4 cup kosher salt, finely ground · 1/4 cup sugar · 2 tablespoons mustard powder · 1/4 cup chili powder · 1/4 cup ground cumin · 2 tablespoons ground…


Spice Rub

Ingredients needed: 8 tablespoons paprika 3 tablespoons cayenne 5 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper 6 tablespoons garlic powder 3 tablespoons onion powder 6 tablespoons salt 2 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano 2 1/2 tablespoons dried thyme Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Blend well. Can be stored in an airtight container in your spice…


Jeff’s BBQ sauce.

Jeff’s BBQ sauce. Ingredients Sauce 2 1/2 cups ketchup 2/3 cup white vinegar 1/2cup molasses 1/2 cup honey 2 teaspoon liquid smoke 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon cayene powder 1. Combine the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until ingredients are well combined…


Apple Butter

6 pounds Granny Smith or other tart apples, unpeeled, cored, and sliced 2 1/2 cups apple cider 2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar 2 strips of lemon zest, each 2 1/2 inches long 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon salt In a large saucepan cook the apples…


Snapple-type iced tea

It rained yesterday morning, and they say it’s going to rain again on Saturday, but today dawned sunny and bright, and that was excuse enough for me to brew a batch of iced tea. We drink a lot of iced tea around here between April and September. Pitchers and pitchers of it. Black tea with…


butterscotch sauce

MAKES 2 CUPS Cooking butter with sugar causes milk solids to caramelize, giving butterscotch sauce its delicious flavor. 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. light corn syrup 3⁄4 cup granulated sugar 1⁄4 cup light brown sugar 1⁄3 cup heavy cream 1 tsp. dark rum 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1⁄2 tsp. fine salt 1⁄2 tsp. fresh…


SOUR CHERRY VODKA (Vishnyovka)

Ingredients 2 pounds sour cherries, fresh or frozen and defrosted 1 cup sugar 3 cups vodka Instructions Rinse and dry the cherries, no need to pit them, it will all be strained,  Place in a large jar with the sugar . Seal the jar and store for 3-5 days. Add the vodka, reseal and shake…


Piri Piri Sauce

3/4 cup olive oil 2 fresh jalapenos, coarsely chopped, stems, seeds and all 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic Combine all of the ingredients except the garlic in a medium, heavy saucepan over high heat. Cook, stirring, for 4 minutes. Add the…


Sweet and Tangy BBQ Sauce

1 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons molasses 2 tablespoons maple syrup 3 tablespoons vinegar 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Whisk ketchup, Worcestershire, mustard, molasses, maple syrup, vinegar, chili powder, and cayenne in small sauce pan. bake chicken with your favorite dry rub,350 for an hour….


STRAWBERRY TIRAMISU

Prepare this a day ahead so all of the elements can meld and the ladyfingers to soften fully. 1 1/4 cups strawberry preserves 1/3 cup plus 4 tablespoons Cointreau or other orange liqueur 1/3 cup orange juice 1 pound mascarpone cheese, room temperature 1 1/3 cups chilled whipping cream 1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla…


Pepper-crusted Maple-glazed Salmon

Pepper-crusted Maple-glazed Salmon 3/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup soy sauce 4 (6-oz) salmon fillets, skin removed) 1/4 cup coarsely ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon peanut (or other vegetable) oil, or a spritz of oil spray DIRECTIONS In a small deep bowl, or a plastic bag, mix maple syrup and soy sauce. Arrange fillets so…


Hawaiian Tart

Ingredients: Crust · 2 x large egg whites · 1/2 cup sugar · 1/2 tsp vanilla extract · 2 cups unsweetened coconut, medium shred Mousse · 1 cup mascarpone cheese · 1/2 cup sugar · 1 tsp lime zest · 3 tbsp lime juice · 1/2 cup mango pulp (about ½ large mango) Garnish ·…


Low Fat Lemon Mousse

Lemon Mousse Graham Wafer Crust 1 1/2 graham cracker crumbs 3 tbsp. margarine, melted 3 tbsp orange juice 2 tbsp sugar Mousse Mixture 12 oz can 2% evaporated milk, chilled for 24 hours 3 oz pkg. lemon jello 1 1/4 c. boiling water 1/2 cup sugar Juice of 2 lemons preheat oven to 350 deg….


Cedar-Planked Salmon on the Grill

1whole salmon fillet, 18 inches long (about 2-1/2 pounds) 1tablespoon lemon zest (zest of 1 lemon) 3sprigs fresh dill, snipped Salt and pepper Lemon wedges Immerse an untreated, 20-inch cedar plank suitable for cooking use in water; soak at least 1 hour or up to 1 day. Place salmon fillet, skin side down, on soaked…


The Very Best Lemon Squares

Lemon Squares They are fabulous! Lemon Squares For the crust 1/2 pound unsalted butter at room temp. 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/8 tsp. salt For the filling 6 extra-large eggs at room temp. 3 cups granulated sugar 2 TBSP. grated lemon zest (about 4 lemons) 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice…


Brisket

Comfort food will never go out of style. While food trends come and go, comfort food is in it for the long haul. I think about comfort food more when the weather is cold or on a rainy day or like today when 25 inches of snow has us indoors. This recipe is excellent, leftovers…


Vanilla Rice Pudding with Dried Cranberries

6 cups 2% milk ¾ cup granulated sugar ¾ cup Arborio Rice (Italian short-grain rice) ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins ¼ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon vanilla In a 4 quart saucepan, add milk and sugar heat to a boil over medium high heat, stirring occasionally. Stir in rice, bring to a boil. Reduce heat…


Citrus Risotto with Garlic Chilli Prawns

Citrus Risotto with Garlic Chilli Prawns Ingredients 6 cups chicken stock 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small brown onion, finely diced 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 3/4 ounces butter 1 1/2 cups arborio rice 1 lemon, finely grated zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly ground black pepper 2 small red chillies 2 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra 20 green prawns (shrimp), shelled with tails intact,…


Lemon Yogurt Cake

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup plain milk yogurt 1 1/3 cups sugar, divided 3 extra-large eggs 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (2 lemons) 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice For the glaze: 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 2…


CLASSIC OSSO BUCO

4 pounds (1.8 kg) veal shanks, cut in 1 1/2-inch ( 4 cm) slices 1/4 cup (30 g/1 oz) flour salt and pepper 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 onions, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1/2 bottle (375 ml) dry white wine a 14.5-ounce (435 g) can plum tomatoes, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped grated zest of…


Fish with Citrus Sauce

1/2 cup orange marmalade 2 tablespoons bottled white horseradish 3 teaspoons minced garlic 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 2 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice 1/2 cup pineapple juice 2 tablespoons dark rum (optional) 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon salt fresh ground black pepper Six 8 oz boneless, skinless, fillets of…


Greek Garlic Chicken

8 chicken legs (thighs and drumsticks attached; about 5 lb. total) 2/3 cup minced garlic (about 3 heads) 1/2 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 2 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano 2 tablespoons coarse-ground pepper 1 tablespoon salt 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1. Rinse chicken, pat dry, and pull off and discard lumps of fat….


GRILLED JUMBO SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND OREGANO

The citrusy dressing Makes this dish a standout, and there’s plenty extra to be sopped up with rice or crusty bread. Cooking shrimp in their shells keeps them juicy and tender. It all makes for casual finger food that requires plenty of napkins — which is part of the fun. 3 lb jumbo shrimp in…


BEEF TENDERLOIN STEAKS WITH BALSAMIC,PORT-ROSEMARY SAUCE

SAUCE 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup minced shallots (about 4 ounces) 1 cup dry red wine 3/4 cup ruby Port 1 cup canned beef broth 1 sprig fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried 3 Tablespoons balsamic Vinegar STEAKS 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 1-inch-thick beef tenderloin steaks (about 6 to 8 ounces each) 3 tablespoons…


Chicken Cacciatore

4 chicken thighs 4 chicken legs 2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste 1/2 cup all purpose flour, for dredging 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 1 onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 3/4 cup dry white wine 1 (…


Bubby Goldie’s Tzimmes (short rib & carrot stew)

No one person can actually put a price on a cherished recipe from your Grandmother. All that one can do with such an unforgettable dish is to share the love that’s in it. With love and care from my Bubby, to you and yours. Enjoy Tzimmes ( short rib and carrots ) 2 lbs short…


Lemon Pudding Cake

Lemon Curd 1 1/2 cups sugar 4 teaspoons cornstarch 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups water 3/4 cup lemon juice 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Batter 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 pinch salt 2 eggs, separated 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup canola oil Grated zest of…


OATMEAL COCONUT RASPBERRY BARS

1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats 3/4 cup seedless raspberry jam Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread 3/4 cup coconut evenly on…


BEST BROWNIE RECIPE

TRIPLE-CHOCOLATE FUDGE BROWNIES 6 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips In a metal bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water…


Roasted Balsamic-Glazed Chicken

This chicken gets very dark when roasting. If you’re concerned about burning, tent with foil, however be sure to remove it for the last 15 minutes of cooking. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons herbes de Provence 1 medium lemon, juiced…