The other day while on the subject of short ribs, short rib tagine sounded very tasty so here is what I made. Oh, before you look at the recipe, the trick to making short ribs a bit healthier, as well as buying well trimmed short ribs, make the dish in the morning, … [Read more...] about Short Rib Tagine
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Butternut Squash with Kooba
As of yesterday I finally am organized and ready for the New Year. I have plans for 2011 and the year is off to a great start! My friend Nina Bassa was kind enough to come over yesterday and cook with me for 3 hours. Nina is an amazing cook and fountain of culinary knowledge. … [Read more...] about Butternut Squash with Kooba
Couscous with Root Vegetables
My first introduction to couscous was at summer camp as a child, on a small island in the waters off Puget Sound near Seattle. This was not some slick, organized, professionally run summer camp. This was Sephardic Bikur Cholim congregation summer camp, put together by some … [Read more...] about Couscous with Root Vegetables
Lamb Kufte and Stuffed Tomatoes
Grilled Lamb Kufte with Herbs I have been home almost a week and one half now. My jet lag has waned but my memories of my wonderful trip to Istanbul … [Read more...] about Lamb Kufte and Stuffed Tomatoes
Istanbul Day 1 with Ghenghis
Thursday April 22nd The Ramada in the Nisantasi district is central to all and a great hotel for the price. Once again, we partook in an elegant and elaborate breakfast buffet, including a fresh made to order omelet bar. A black espresso with sugar armed me for today’s … [Read more...] about Istanbul Day 1 with Ghenghis
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