2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1/2 cup matzo meal 2 tbsp water Blend vegetable oil, eggs, matzo meal. Add 1 tsp salt, and pinches of nutmeg and black pepper. Add water and mix until uniform. Cover and place in refrigerator for 15 minutes. Form balls 1 inch in diameter, and boil in […]
1 lb ground beef 1/2 medium white onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (29 oz) tomato sauce Sauté beef, onion, and garlic. Drain fat, if necessary. Add in tomato sauce, and simmer. Add spices (oregano, basil, salt, pepper) and a pinch of sugar.
2 1/2 tbsp butter, softened 1/4 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 tsp parsley, chopped 2 tsp lemon juice Mix 1 tbsp butter, paprika, and black pepper. Place 1 lb tilapia in a baking dish, and coat with buttery seasoning. Bake at 350 F for 20-25 minutes. In a small saucepan, melt 1 1/2 […]
12 oz pork tenderloin 1/3 cup dried apricots, snipped 1 tbsp raisins 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped 2 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp coriander 1 tsp paprika 1/8 tsp salt Butterfly the tenderloin into quarters, cutting to within 1/2 inch of the other side of the meat. Spread apricots, cilantro, and raisins over […]
1 lb spaghetti, cooked 2 tbsp olive oil 6 slices bacon, chopped 1/3 cup white wine 3 large eggs 2/3 cup grated Parmesan and/or Romano cheese In skillet, fry bacon in olive oil until crisp. Add white wine and simmer until wine evaporates. Beat together eggs, cheese, and plenty of salt and pepper. Pour bacon […]
4 chicken breast halves 1 tbsp ginger, minced 1/4 cup scallions, minced 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 1/2 cup vegetable oil Steam the chicken over simmering water, 6 to 10 minutes. Stir together ginger, oils, soy sauce, scallions, and salt in a bowl. Combine steamed chicken, rice, and sauce, and serve.
Salmon fillets 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tbsp onion, minced 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp thyme 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil Combine seasonings and spread on top of salmon. Grill without flipping, or bake for 30 minutes at 350 F.
10 oz (1 package) frozen chopped spinach 15 oz (1 package) ricotta cheese 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 onion, minced 1 egg 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 jar spaghetti sauce 1 cup water 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells Preheat oven to 350 F. Thaw and drain spinach. In […]
2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp butter 2 pounds portobello mushrooms, in 1/4-inch slices 1/2 carrot, finely diced 1 small yellow onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup full-bodied red wine 2 cups vegetable broth 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (1/2 tsp dried) 1 1/2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 […]
1 lb ground beef, 90% lean 1 large onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tbsp chili powder 1 can, black beans, drained 1 can, crushed tomatoes (fire roasted if available) Brown the beef, and drain in a colander. Using the same pan, saute diced onion in beef fat, adding minced garlic when the onion […]