Tried and true recipes from my home to yours
Let's talk caster sugar! I can't really call this a recipe- it's really more of a kitchen hack. In the United States, caster sugar is often referred to as superfine sugar (not to be confused with the even finer powdered or confectioner's sugar, which also has cornstarch added to it). Regardless what you call it,… Continue reading Caster Sugar
This humble, simple recipe is so much more than the sum of its parts! All you need is a pound of shallots, light brown sugar, kosher salt, a neutral oil, and a vinegar (I use raspberry vinegar, but any tasty vinegar will work- great options that come to mind are balsamic, sherry, red wine, apple… Continue reading Shallot Jam
Lacto-fermenting mushrooms (pickling them with salt) is a delicious and resourceful way to extend their life, flavor, and bioavailability of nutrients. If you're new to fermented foods, this is a great recipe to begin with, because the mushrooms don't turn very sour like many other fermented foods do, and they don't take nearly as long… Continue reading Pickled Shiitake Mushrooms
These crispy, sticky air fryer Brussels sprouts are the most incredible addition to your holiday menu, or really any menu! They are a staple in my home because they appeal to even the most ardent Brussels sprout skeptic, and they are surprisingly easy to make. The key is to roast them until just before they're… Continue reading Garlic Soy Glazed Brussels Sprouts
This is my family's tried and true roasted turkey recipe that we use every year for Thanksgiving, as well as Passover and sometimes even Rosh Hashanah too! The ingredients, simple as they may be, impart a depth of flavor that is simply unmatched! My mouth is watering just thinking about it. The process is one… Continue reading Roasted Turkey
My Grandma Mala's veggie patties are savory and crisp with a delightfully cruciferous flavor that's enhanced simply with just the right amount of salt and pepper. It's a recipe with only a handful of ingredients, but the way they come together makes the patties truly something special, and not just because they're one of my… Continue reading Grandma Mala’s Veggie Patties
This versatile, insanely delectable compound butter recipe is simple yet effective. The only ingredients are butter, salt, roasted garlic, and herbs- I chose rosemary and thyme, but you can really use any and all herbs here with delicious results! Use the compound butter to finish meat and seafood or incorporate it into vegetable sides, mashed… Continue reading Garlic Herb Compound Butter
This simple but powerful recipe is an essential tool for every home cook's arsenal. It literally consists of two ingredients, and couldn't be easier to make. Whereas raw garlic is very sharp and spicy, roasted garlic is mellow and sweet. Though I'm sure they exist, I can't think of a savory dish that isn't elevated… Continue reading Roasted Garlic
This apple, goat cheese, and hot honey toast recipe was inspired by Adeena Sussman's Mango Ricotta Toast with Hot Honey that she featured on her Instagram last month. This version has been tailored to incorporate some of the traditional ingredients for Rosh Hashanah, which is in less than a week, if you can believe it!!!!! Toasted… Continue reading Ode to Adeena- Rosh Hashanah Toast
This slaw is the perfect side dish to serve on Rosh Hashanah, or really anytime you want to have a fresh slaw to brighten your table and palate. Crisp, tart green apples pair spectacularly with Napa cabbage, rainbow carrots, red onion, and scallion to create a festival of flavors! Honey miso vinaigrette takes the slaw… Continue reading Miso Apple Honey Slaw