Pasta, Rice & Grains
Asparagus, Green Bean and Pecorino Risotto Draft
A green risotto with asparagus, flat green beans and basil, cooked slowly with white wine and vegetable stock and served the moment it turns creamy.
Asparagus Pasta with Olive Oil, Scallions, Spinach and Sheep's Milk Feta Draft
Pappardelle with blanched asparagus, spinach and scallions in garlic-scented olive oil, with crumbled sheep's milk feta on top. A quick meal I make when there's fresh asparagus.
Baked Mushroom Risotto Draft
A porcini and fresh mushroom risotto I bake in the oven instead of standing and stirring, then finish with Parmesan and butter until creamy.
Baked Pasta in Tomato Sauce Draft
Pasta cooked right in the tomato sauce, then baked for a few minutes under cream and three cheeses; a quick dairy supper from one pot and one dish.
Baked Pasta in White Sauce Draft
Penne baked in cream with feta, Parmesan and mozzarella on top, a simple dairy dinner I make when I want something warm from the oven.
Beef Ragu with Pasta Draft
A slow-simmered beef shank ragu with vegetables, porcini and red wine that I serve over pappardelle.
Burnt Eggplant Risotto with Labneh Draft
A risotto with the smoky flesh of fire-charred eggplant, fried eggplant cubes, Parmesan and labneh, finished with fresh za'atar leaves.
Cheese-Stuffed Pasta Shells Draft
Pasta shells stuffed with a cheese mixture and baked in a tomato sauce with garlic, oregano and date syrup. A baked dairy dish I make in one pan for four.
Chicken Paella Draft
A one-pan paella with boneless chicken thighs, plenty of colorful vegetables and saffron; I serve it straight from the pan right after its short rest.
Chicken Paella II Draft
A chicken and kabanos paella with peas and green beans, cooked in one pan and served straight from it.
Lemon Pepper Chicken Pasta Draft
Golden chicken breast cubes with pasta, lemon juice and scallions, a quick one-skillet dinner I make on a busy evening.
Chicken with Rice and Peas Draft
Browned boneless chicken thigh pieces cooked together with rice and peas in one pan, a simple, quick weeknight meal.
Chicken Thighs with Ptitim and Root Vegetables Draft
A one-pot meal of boneless chicken thighs, ptitim and diced vegetables seasoned with baharat, cooked slowly over very low heat.
Chicken and Tomato Risotto Draft
A one-pot meal of chicken pieces, vegetables and risotto rice cooked together in a chicken and tomato broth until the chicken is tender.
Chicken with Red Rice Draft
A one-pot meal of browned chicken drumsticks and rice cooked together in a tomato and paprika broth.
Little Dough Dumplings Draft
Little cubes of dough that I boil and then toss in a pan with butter, garlic and parsley.
Red Wine Risotto Draft
Risotto with red wine and balsamic vinegar that I cook patiently, one cup of stock at a time, sometimes finishing it with spinach and a little Parmesan.
Fettuccine in Garlic Butter, White Wine and Arugula Sauce Draft
Fettuccine with green garlic butter, roasted garlic cloves and white wine, served topped with fresh arugula and Parmesan shavings.
Four Cheese Pasta Draft
Pasta in a cream sauce with mozzarella, kashkaval and Roquefort, with Parmesan over each plate; I make the sauce in a skillet while the pasta cooks.
Potato Gnocchi Draft
Homemade gnocchi from baked potatoes and Parmesan, which I serve in a simple sauce of onion, tomato and basil.
Goat Cheese Tortellini with Pesto Sauce Draft
Homemade pasta filled with goat cheese and green onion, in a butter sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and black olive tapenade.
Hunter-Style Tortellini Draft
Homemade tortellini filled with ground beef and vegetables, in a mushroom, pea and white wine sauce. I make a big batch and keep some in the freezer.
Italian Rice Balls (Arancini) Draft
Balls of cooked rice, mozzarella, kashkaval and fresh herbs, rolled in breadcrumbs and fried until golden. A good way for me to use up leftover rice.
Jollof Rice Draft
Rice with boneless chicken thigh in tomato paste and broth, a simple one-pot meal that cooks in twenty minutes.
Labneh and Za'atar Ravioli Draft
Homemade ravioli from an egg-yolk dough, filled with sheep's milk labneh and za'atar leaves, over a fresh tomato sauce with hot pepper; I make the dough the day before.
Macaroni Hamin Draft
A hamin of macaroni and chicken that cooks low and slow for hours, or overnight on the Shabbat hot plate, and I serve it on Shabbat.
Beef-Filled Ravioli Draft
Homemade ravioli filled with beef slow-cooked in wine and vegetables, served in the reduced cooking broth.
Mujaddara Draft
Simple mujaddara, lentils and rice with cumin and fried onion, which I serve hot.
Mushroom Ragu for Noodles Draft
A ragu of fresh and dried mushrooms simmered slowly in red wine until the liquid is almost gone, which I serve over noodles.
Mushroom Ragu with Wide Noodles Draft
Wide noodles with mushrooms browned in butter, garlic and thyme, topped with slices of goat cheese. A quick meal I make with one skillet and one pot.
Mushroom Lasagna Draft
A lasagna of fresh and dried mushrooms layered with tomato sauce, béchamel and Parmesan, which I make when I want a hearty dairy main dish.
Mushroom Risotto Draft
Risotto with button mushrooms and dried porcini, thyme, and butter and Parmesan at the end; I stay by the pan and add the stock one ladle at a time.
Mushroom Cream Sauce for Pasta Draft
A creamy pasta sauce with button mushrooms, dried porcini and shallots that I make in one skillet in minutes.
Stir-Fried Noodles with Mushrooms Draft
Wok-tossed noodles with three kinds of mushrooms, hoisin and wine, topped with fried peanuts ground with chili.
Noodles with Chicken Draft
A quick wok stir-fry of chicken breast strips, vegetables and porcini with fresh fettuccine in soy sauce, ready in minutes.
Noodles with Chicken Thighs and Broccoli Draft
Stir-fried noodles with chicken thighs and broccoli in a honey, soy and sesame oil sauce, a quick one-pan meal.
One-Pot Chicken and Ptitim Draft
Browned chicken drumsticks cooked together with ptitim, garlic, paprika and turmeric, all in one pot. A complete meal I make with almost no dishes to wash.
Chicken Paella Draft
A paella of boneless chicken thighs and rice with colorful peppers, carrots and saffron, cooked in one pot and left to rest covered before serving.
Pasta with Antipasti Vegetables and Parmesan Flakes Draft
Pasta with peppers, zucchini and carrot roasted antipasti-style, olive oil and Parmesan flakes; I toss the pasta with the vegetables once it has cooled a little.
Pasta with Avocado Pesto Draft
Pasta with a green pesto of avocado, arugula, basil and lime, which I finish with Parmesan and toasted almonds.
Pasta with Broccoli Draft
Short pasta cooked in one pot with broccoli, red pepper and tomato paste in broth until al dente.
Pasta in Cream Sauce with Smoked Salmon Draft
Pasta in a simple cream sauce with red onion, garlic and strips of smoked salmon, for when I want a quick, warm dinner.
Fresh Pasta Dough Draft
My homemade pasta dough of flour, eggs and olive oil, mixed right on the counter and rolled through a pasta machine.
Baked Pasta Casserole Draft
A penne casserole in a creamy sauce with Parmesan and feta, topped with breadcrumbs and baked until golden.
Baked Pasta with Mushrooms and Bulgarian Cheese Draft
A big pan of baked pasta with three kinds of mushrooms, onion, chives and plenty of cheese, baked until golden and firm and cut into squares.
Penne alla Favorita Draft
Penne with fried eggplant, ricotta and a slow-simmered garlicky tomato sauce, served on a platter with more eggplant and basil around it.
Penne with Vegetables Draft
Penne with onion, peppers, eggplant and zucchini sautéed in olive oil with rosemary and thyme, topped with strips of yellow cheese.
Roasted Pepper Sauce for Pasta Draft
A smooth pasta sauce of roasted peppers, tomatoes and onion, with Parmesan, that I make when I have plenty of peppers.
Persian Rice Draft
Persian rice that cooks slowly over a layer of potatoes and spices, and I turn the pot out onto a platter so the crisp bottom ends up on top.
Pesto Pasta Draft
Pasta with homemade basil, garlic, Parmesan and pine nut pesto, tossed with a little butter or cream until it's green all over.
Potato and Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Butter and Parmesan Draft
Homemade potato and sweet potato gnocchi that I brown in butter and serve with cream, Parmesan and chives.
Ptitim and Chicken Drumstick Cake Draft
My ptitim cake, layers of Israeli couscous with vegetables and spices around browned chicken drumsticks, cooked in a pot for an hour and turned out onto a plate.
Ptitim Salad with Chickpeas and Feta Draft
A salad of pearl ptitim, chickpeas and parsley in olive oil and lemon, topped with cubes of feta. I serve it once the ptitim have cooled.
Quinoa with Shiitake Mushrooms and Chives Draft
Cooked quinoa with dried shiitake, baby bella mushrooms and sautéed onion, topped with chopped chives. A side I also make as a meal on its own.
Ravioli in Cream and Mushroom Sauce Draft
Store-bought ravioli in a quick sauce of cream, white wine, button mushrooms and mustard, for when I want a dairy dinner in under half an hour.
Red Pasta Draft
Pasta in a simple sauce of garlic, tomato paste and olive oil, from things I almost always have at home; a fresh tomato and Parmesan only if I have them.
Red Rice with Chicken Draft
Rice cooked in tomato paste in one pot with cubed chicken thighs and chicken broth, a full meal without many dishes.
Ricotta Gnocchi Draft
Soft ricotta and Parmesan gnocchi that I mix by hand, no potatoes, and cook in minutes.
Risotto Balls Draft
Balls of creamy Parmesan risotto stuffed with mozzarella, tomato and anchovy, coated in breadcrumbs and fried until crisp.
Spaghetti Bolognese Draft
Classic spaghetti Bolognese, with a meat and red wine sauce that simmers slowly for about three hours until thick.
Spaghetti and Chicken Hamin Draft
A Shabbat hamin of spaghetti and paprika chicken over a layer of potatoes that I leave in the oven overnight and turn out of the pot like a cake.
Spaghetti with Cream and Mint Sauce Draft
Spaghetti in a cream sauce with reduced white wine, fresh mint and a little nutmeg. A sauce I make in a few minutes while the pasta cooks.
Spaghetti in Rosé Sauce with Leek Draft
Spaghetti in a rosé sauce of fresh tomatoes, cream and sautéed leek, finished in the sauce so the pasta soaks it up.
Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce Draft
Spaghetti in a sauce of fresh peeled tomatoes, garlic, chile and basil, which I serve with plenty of grated Parmesan.
Spaghetti with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Herbs Draft
Spaghetti with sun-dried tomatoes sautéed in olive oil with mint, parsley and balsamic vinegar, a quick dish with no cheese.
Spanish Chicken and Rice Draft
Chicken and rice in one pot with peas, olives, carrots and tomato juice, all cooked together slowly over low heat.
Spinach and Cheese Lasagna Draft
A simple lasagna layered with spinach, cottage cheese and cream, and shredded cheese, which I make from whatever is in the fridge.
Salmon and Swiss Chard Cannelloni in Béchamel Draft
Cannelloni filled with strips of salmon wrapped in Swiss chard leaves, baked in a garlicky béchamel and cream. A special dairy dish I serve with lemon and basil.
Tortellini in Tomato Sauce Draft
Tortellini in a sauce of tomatoes and two whole heads of garlic, simmered for about two hours until the garlic turns buttery soft and the sauce is sweet.
Vegetable Risotto Draft
Risotto with small cubes of peppers, zucchini, carrot and sweet potato and fresh herbs, finished with butter and Parmesan; I add the stock one ladle at a time.