by rez | May 5, 2023 | Food blog
Challah This recipe is adapted from Le Cordon Bleu trained chef Rana W. Lustyan and makes 1 large challah. Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 packets Instant yeast 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 3/4 cups room...
by rez | May 3, 2023 | Food blog
Cheese and Olive Bread Cheese and Olive Bread This bread is adapted from Martha Stewart’s recipe. As she says “there is no need to knead this bread!” However, the dough has to rise for at least 12 hours before baking. Ingredients: 3 cups bread flour 3/4 teaspoon...
by rez | Jan 27, 2023 | Food blog
Ricotta Cake with Blueberries Ricotta cake is a great addition to your dessert repertoire, especially if you are looking for a light but tasty option. You can use all purpose flour or you can use almond flour if you would prefer a gluten-free version. You can also...
by rez | Dec 27, 2022 | Food blog
Avocado and Spinach Hummus This easy and versatile dip is a great addition to your holiday party table. This recipe was a creative invention with the ingredients that I use almost every day. The spinach and avocados give a rich color and a smooth texture to this...
by rez | Jul 15, 2022 | Food blog
Gondi (Persian Meatballs) There is a Gondi recipe in my new cookbook, Persian Delicacies. Here is an alternate, more authentic recipe for Gondi (Meatballs with chickpea flour). My family usually serves Gondi as an appetizer for special occasions and Friday night...
by rez | Feb 27, 2022 | Food blog
Chocolate Chip Scones These delicious scones are not too sweet and are a great treat any time of the day. Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar 3 cups bread flour 1 teaspoon Kosher salt 1 cup chocolate chips (may substitute 1 cup berries) 2 1/2 cups heavy cream Directions: 1 –...
