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This is an occasional column in which the writer evaluates a new cookbook by making some of its recipes, sharing the dishes with friends and asking her guests what they think of the results. She recently cooked her way through “Le Marais: A Rare Steakhouse…Well Done” by Mark Hennessey and Jose Meirelles (Gefen Publishing House)….
I’m not sure that there is any dish that is better suited for a cold winter day than braised lamb shanks. Like all braised dishes, they are deceptively simple to make and make for great leftovers. Great for one of those days when the entire family is home, unshowered, lounging in their pajamas. I serve…
The soup can made in advance, cooled and stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to five days. Gently reheat the soup on the stovetop before serving. Related ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 medium-sized Spanish onion, peeled and cut into 1/3-inch dice 2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced 3 pounds medium-sized parsnips (about…
The candied pistachios can be made two days in advance and kept in an airtight container at room temperature. Related Makes one 8-inch round cake Cake: ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for greasing the pan 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting ½ cup pistachio flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1…
This recipe dates back to the days when silan was something you schlepped back from Israel wrapped in two sweaters and one towel in an already overweight suitcase. What? You don’t bring spices, cheeses and amazing ingredients back from the Holy Land? For those who do, this is how silan graced our tables for many…
In ‘The Book of Lost Recipes’, Gary Craig says that Jewish celebrities would come all the way “from uptown” for the restaurant’s chopped liver, which is made with beef liver rather than the traditional chicken liver. This gives it a richness most recipes lack, while the eggs keep it mousse-like in texture. Related Serves 6-8…
Related Taste Testing ‘Tasting Rome: Fresh Flavors and Forgotten Recipes from an Ancient City’ Roman Fried and Marinated Zucchini Spaghetti con Cicoria e Bottarga Serves 4–6 Sea salt 1 pound dandelion greens 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste 3 garlic cloves, smashed 2 teaspoons peperoncino or red pepper flakes 1 pound spaghetti…
If you are lucky in life, you will find a dish that everyone in your family loves, and whenever you suggest making it, they will enthusiastically agree. This has become that recipe in my family. Related Taste Testing ‘Israel Eats’ Date Honey and Tahini Semifreddi With Cashew Brittle Photographer Sinks His Teeth Into Israeli Food…
