Though rice is generally steamed in a tightly closed pan over direct heat, in this recipe I recommend a "double-steamed" procedure. Measured rice and water rest in a closed pan, which rests in a larger steamer pan. Steam surrounds the entire closed rice pan, producing...
Barley flakes have a consistency reminiscent of rolled oats, and have a nutty flavor. Barley also happens to be high in fiber, so eating it often helps promote colon health. Serves 4 Ingredients • 3 tablespoons olive oil • 1 onion, diced • 4 cloves garlic, minced • 1...
An expensive and valuable spice exported in large quantities from Spain, saffron has a slightly sweet and hay-like flavor. Serves 6 Ingredients • 3 pinches saffron • 10 cups vegetable stock (or 5 cups canned vegetable broth combined with an equal amount of water) • 2...
Fava (or broad) beans make a healthy base for this hummus, which features a bright and nutty kick with the addition of fresh parsley and toasted pistachios. Serves 6 Ingredients • 1 (15-ounce) can fava beans, drained and rinsed • 3 cloves garlic, or to taste • Juice...
Choose flavored goat cheese to add another dimension to this easy, but impressive, appetizer. Serves 8 Ingredients • 1 package frozen puff pastry dough (17 ounces — 2 sheets), thawed • 1⁄2 cup marinara sauce • 1 package (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese • 1 tablespoon...
Akni is a delicate, aromatic broth made with a combination of spices. It is used to poach or flavor certain Indian foods, and can be kept for several days in the refrigerator. • 1½ Tbs. butter or Ghee • 1 yellow onion, coarsely chopped • 4 cloves garlic, sliced • 2...
Serves 6 to 8 This pilau is a rather elaborate and satisfying dish and makes a nice meal when served with yogurt or raita, an assortment of chutneys, some chapatis, and fresh fruit. With the addition of dal and a vegetable curry, the meal becomes a feast. • 5 Tbs....
Serves 8 • 2 lbs. red onions • ½ cup butter • 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil, to taste • ¾ tsp. salt • 1 or 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional) • 1 quart peeled tomatoes (with liquid) • 2 cups dry red wine • ½ tsp. dried basil, crushed • ½ tsp. dried rosemary, crushed...
It makes two large pizzas Crust • 1 package (1 Tbs.) yeast • 1¼ cups warm water • 2 tsp. sugar • 3 cups flour • 1½ tsp. salt • 1 Tbs. olive oil • sesame seeds Sauce • 2 cups thickly puréed tomatoes • ½ cup tomato paste • 1½ cups coarsely chopped, peeled tomatoes • 1...
Makes 8 servings • 1 lb. fresh spinach • 3 Tbs. olive oil • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 2 tsp. salt • 1 tsp. dried dill weed • 2 tsp. white wine vinegar • fresh-ground black pepper to taste • 4 cups water • 1½ cups long-grain white rice • ½ cup finely crumbled feta...
