This cast-iron pomegranate molasses roasted chicken thighs will be your new go-to weeknight chicken dinner! It’s crispy, sweet, sticky, and delicious. Plus I’m sharing how to clean cast iron…something that will be easy once you learn it once! Why cook chicken in a cast iron? Cooking chicken in a cast iron gets the skin crispier…
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Slow Simmered Tea Stained Eggs
Memories of these slow simmered tea stained eggs from childhood bring such joy. Growing up, my mother didn’t cook on Saturdays. Instead, she prepared foods that could stay on a burner for hours…and as the flavors developed, we spent time together as a family. These slow simmered in tea & onion are incredibly easy-to-peel and…
Sour Cherry Syrup
Buy as many sour cherries as you feel like pitting, add some sugar, and you’re most of the way to this delicious syrup that’s perfect for pancakes, waffles, and a mocktail you’ll be craving every day this summer. One batch of this sour cherry syrup will be enjoyed all month long! I love this syrup….
Gourmeh Sabzi
Serve this stew filled with delicious aromatic herbs with basmati rice. The aroma this dish brings to the house instantly presences us to family Shabbat dinners. My mom’s gourmeh sabzi is the best – you can ask anyone who knows her. Noush-ie-jan! Make it vegetarian by substituting a jar of artichoke hearts instead of the…
Saffron Zulbia
A saffron simple syrup soaked crunchy treat served with persian tea – I surprised my grandma with this recipe and she was blown away…it’s hard to find good zulbia! Print Recipe 5 from 6 votes Saffron Zulbia A saffron simple syrup soaked crunchy treat served with persian tea – I surprised my grandma with this…
Dolmeh Felfel – Stuffed Peppers
My take on a persian classic…I use less meat, farro instead of basmati rice, and my own spin on spices! Print Recipe 5 from 6 votes Dolmeh Felfel – Stuffed Peppers My take on a persian classic…I use less meat, farro instead of basmati rice, and my own spin on spices! Prep Time10 minsCook Time1…
Chicken with Dried Fruit and Red Wine
This is my mom’s AMAZING recipe for roasted chicken that is juicy and SO tasty. And you know I love how easy it is. Marinade overnight and dinner is on the table with ease. Print Recipe 5 from 6 votes Roasted Chicken with Dried Fruit and Red Wine This is my mom’s AMAZING recipe for…
Fattoush Salad with Tomato, Cucumber, Radish, Parsley, Dill, and Pita
You might want to make some extra – it’s addictive. Is it bad to have too much salad? Print Recipe 5 from 6 votes Fattoush Salad with Tomato, Cucumber, Radish, Parsley, Dill, and Pita You might want to make some extra – it’s addictive. Is it bad to have too much salad? Prep Time10 minsCook…
Gondi
A traditional Persian-Jewish Shabbat hors d’oeuvres that I love to enjoy as a hearty meal. Made from ground chicken and chickpeas, this recipe from my mother holds a sweet spot in my heart. Hope you feel the love when you make it yourself. Serve with basmati rice.
Israeli Salad
Perfect on a sandwich, as a side dish or on its own on a hot summer day. Print Recipe 5 from 5 votes Israeli Salad Perfect on a sandwich, as a side dish or on its own on a hot summer day. Prep Time15 minsTotal Time15 mins Course: SaladCuisine: Jewish Servings: 4 Calories: 54kcal Author:…