SMASHED POTATOES
1 kilo (2.2 pounds) new potatoes, scrubbed 6 tablespoons olive oil Flaked sea salt and ground black pepper Heat oven to 260℃ (500℉). Place potatoes on a large roasting tin, pour 1/2cup water into the tin and wrap super tightly with aluminum foil. Cook until a paring knife or skewer slips in and out of […]
ROASTED ONIONS
Onions are overlooked as the main event but are the base for so much of what we cook, in this simple yet flavourful dish the onions take center stage. Roasted onions, a quick and easy side for roast meats or fish and are great as the main component of a leafy green salad. 5 medium […]
TU’BISHVAT FRUIT STUDDED CHALLAH
Challah: 1.660g (3.66 lbs) strong white flour 180 g (3/4 cups + 2 tablespoon) light brown sugar 35 g (1/4 cup) active dry yeast 30 g (3 tablespoons) salt 20 g (2 tablespoons) ground cinnamon 90 ml (6 tablespoons) oil 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 750 -1000 ml water 600g (4 cups) mixed dried fruit […]
CANDIED COLD BLOOD ORANGES
6 firm, small, blood oranges with thin skin 1.200 grams (6 cups) granulated sugar Bring a stainless-steel pot of water to a boil. (It should be large enough to hold the oranges submerged.) Wash and dry the blood oranges, and channel from stem to navel at 1/2-inch intervals, removing strips of peel while leaving the […]
GREEK ROAST POTATOES
120ml (½ cup) chicken broth 120 ml (½ cup) olive oil 120 ml (½ cup) freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 3 to 4 large lemons) ½ tablespoon sea salt 1.5 kilo roasting potatoes, peeled then halved lengthwise and if very large crosswise ½ tablespoon dried oregano Flaky salt and black pepper, for serving Heat the […]
BLOOD ORANGE AND ALMOND MUFFINS
Makes one large cake or 9 large muffins This is one of those old fashioned Mediterranean cakes that feels super modern – I guess really good recipes never go out of style! The combination of almonds, blood oranges, and spices along with a sugar syrup makes for a sophisticated dessert that is simple to make […]
BLACKENED EGGPLANT WITH FALAFEL CRUMBS
Don’t be intimidated by the number of ingredients or instructions below, it is all super easy and straightforward, and an amazing plated salad with protein-packed falafel crumbs that would also work as a great topping for loads of different salads. But you will need to think ahead as the chickpeas need to be soaked overnight. […]
SLOW COOKER COFFEE GLAZED BRISKET
1.5 kilo (3 pounds) beef brisket Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 120 ml (1/2 cup) freshly brewed black coffee 120 ml (1/2 cup) ketchup 120 ml (1/2 cup) sweet chili sauce 120 ml (1/2 cup) honey 120 ml (1/2 cup) Worcestershire sauce 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon soy sauce Start […]
SLOW COOKED HUNGARIAN GOULASH
2 kilo (4.4 pounds) boneless beef chuck-eye roast, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch piece Salt and pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 10 medium onions, peeled and thinly sliced 1 (540g) jar roasted red peppers, rinsed cut into strips 50g (⅓ cup) sweet paprika 2 tablespoons tomato paste 4 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch […]
