A vegan twist on the classic spam musubi, this tofu musubi will win over your heart! Make these over the weekend (without the seaweed since it will get soggy) and pack two a day for lunch or grab one as an afternoon snack. In this Post... Can you marinate tofu too long? How do you...
Summer
Summer means making the most of seasonal produce and enjoying great food outdoors. These recipes are perfect for summer evenings and warmer weather!
Try the recipe for a delicious appetizer of Corn, Tomato, & Basil Mozzarella Bruschetta or dine on Soba Noodle Stir Fry with Summer Veggies. For a sweet and fruity summer dessert, make the Sour Cherry & Honey Galette.
Ghormeh Sabzi - Beef & Herb Stew with Dried Limes
Filled with fresh herbs and dried limes, this Persian Beef Stew is something I grew up eating almost every week. The aroma this dish brings to the house is incredible and nourishing in itself, and instantly presences us to family Shabbat dinners. Noush-ie-jan! The word "sabzi" means greens, and we use large quantities of fresh...
Persian Steamed Rice - Saffron Optional
First boiled until al dente, then steamed... This rice is the traditional way to cook Persian rice and is served with all my favorite Persian stews. Boiled, then Steamed To make this rice, you will need the following ingredients: rice, salt, oil, and water. If you would like to take this rice to the next...
Creamy Basil Citrus Dressing
This recipe for Creamy Green Vegan Dressing is super simple to whip up and as a dip or dressing. Nothing beats homemade and fresh when it comes to salad dressings, and this Green Goddess inspired dressing is a winner! In this Post Green Goddess History How to make Green Goddess dressing What does Green Goddess...
Saffron Zoolbia
A saffron simple syrup soaked crunchy treat that is traditionally served with Persian black tea - it doesn't get better than this! I once surprised my grandma with this recipe, and she was blown away. It's hard to find good zoolbia, but this recipe is really easy and will help you make amazing zoolbia. In...
Persian Tea Eggs
Persian tea eggs are a Sephardic Jewish tradition I grew up with. Memories of these slow-simmered Persian tea eggs from childhood bring such joy. These eggs are incredibly easy-to-peel and the flavor & color infuse beautifully. Growing up, my mother didn't cook on Saturdays. Instead, she prepared foods that could stay on a burner for...
Meal Salad with the BEST Poppy Seed Dressing
This meal salad with poppy seed dressing has everything your body wants and needs right now! You don't often hear someone say they are craving a salad, but this is one we crave often. And the best part is that it actually fills you up. This summer salad is on repeat in my house, and...
What is Semifreddo & How Do I Make It?
Semifreddo is an Italian, half-frozen dessert similar to ice cream. It is traditionally made in a loaf tin and has mix-ins like fruit sauce and nuts. This general Semifreddo recipe mixes just 5 ingredients for a creamy cold dessert made without an ice cream maker: fresh fruit, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Choose...
Fried Salmon Fish & Chips
Fish and chips is a hearty meal, and famous for being classic British fare. My version uses fried salmon as the fish of choice, and it's a great weeknight comfort meal! It's even more amazing made from scratch. In This Post Where did fish & chips come from? What to serve with this dish. The...
Strawberry Matcha Semifreddo
This smooth and decadent Strawberry Matcha Semifreddo mixes just 6 ingredients for a creamy cold dessert made without an ice cream maker: fresh strawberries, matcha powder, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. When it's crazy hot outside, this sweet frozen treat is heaven! What You Will Find in This Post What is Semifreddo? Semifreddo...