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Pickled Cauliflower

April 19, 2018 by pamflo

Unable to get a taxi on a cold and rainy spring day many years ago, we decided to brave the weather and walk to a highly recommended Israeli restaurant. Although it’s located in New York’s trendy NoLita neighborhood, Balaboosta was so unassuming we walked by it twice before stepping inside. Small and homey with marvelous aromas coming from the kitchen, we immediately felt welcome. Our meal was so delicious that I bought chef Einat Admony’s cookbook and returned for dinner […]

Categories: Appetizer, Seeds, Side Dish, Spices, Vegetables • Tags: Boil, Fermented

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Shaved Asparagus Salad

April 12, 2018 by pamflo

Spring is here…I think?! Regardless of the crazy weather, the fresh, beautiful stalks of asparagus are in season. Asparagus is a great source of vitamin C and folate. This shaved asparagus salad is fresh and super easy to prepare. I briefly steamed the asparagus prior to shaving it into thin slices with a vegetable peeler. You are welcome to shave it raw, but a little heat increases the nutrient benefits. Trim the spears by snapping one and cutting the rest […]

Categories: Appetizer, Gluten Free, Greens, Lunch Ideas, Salads, Vegetables • Tags: Steam

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Fish Stew

April 5, 2018 by pamflo

Do you want an easy to make fish dish as an alternative to grilling or broiling? I was excited to explore a new option. Although I love salmon, because it’s a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, it was time for a fresh approach. Wow, the combination of the fennel, white wine and dill make this a fantastic, flavorful dish. The fish is simmered slowly in a combination of white wine and water (with no dairy), on a low heat […]

Categories: Appetizer, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Lunch Ideas, One-Pot Meals, Seafood, Soups/Stews • Tags: Simmer

Almond Tea Cookies

March 29, 2018 by pamflo

“I’m officially in the weeds!” A phrase familiar in the culinary world for falling behind. I’m hosting family this weekend for the holiday and should be farther along in my planning and prep. Rather than racing to catching up, I decided to play with some cookie dough as I experimented with a simple cookie recipe yesterday. These cookies are crunchy, pack an awesome almond punch, and are both gluten and dairy free. The delightful aroma of freshly baked cookies still lingers […]

Categories: Cookies/Brownies, Dairy Free, Dessert, Gifts, Gluten Free, Low Sugar, Passover Recipes • Tags: Bake

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Zucchini and Lemon Pasta Salad

March 22, 2018 by pamflo

Adding lightly roasted zucchini really seems to elevate a dish. With a little imagination, the zucchini half-moons might remind you of eating candy! This is a delightful meal with a simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice and fresh basil. Perfect for an easy lunch, or perhaps you serve it with a protein for a hearty dinner. It’s impressive that there are many brands of gluten-free pasta. It takes a little experimenting to find a brand where you like both […]

Categories: Appetizer, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Lunch Ideas, Nuts, Rice/Grains, Side Dish, Vegetables • Tags: Roast

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Honey Ginger Chicken Wings

March 15, 2018 by pamflo

Who doesn’t love an easy dinner idea?! These wings are simple to prepare and bake quickly. The bite from the ginger combined with the sweetness of the honey makes for a tasty sauce. Ginger root is readily available in most markets and is known for its ability to ease nausea and improve digestion. The best way to prepare the root it is to cut off the smaller roots from the main piece and peel the skin off with a vegetable […]

Categories: Appetizer, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Lunch Ideas, Meat/Poultry • Tags: Bake

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Beer Braised Brisket

March 8, 2018 by pamflo

Brisket can be a tough cut of meat, but with low and slow heat it becomes a tender, succulent dish. Cooking with beer adds a rich, almost earthy flavor. Excitedly, I went in search of good local craft beer to use. I came across Fuzzy Logic whose Belgian Ale added a surprisingly sweet note to the sauce. When purchasing brisket you usually have two choices for the cut of meat and both cuts work well. The flat cut generally has […]

Categories: Dairy Free, Lunch Ideas, Meat/Poultry, One-Pot Meals • Tags: Braise, Sear

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Turmeric and Kale Egg Scramble

March 1, 2018 by pamflo

I’m just returning from a long weekend in New York City where I joined my fellow culinary professionals for a fantastic conference. It’s three intensive days of networking, workshops, field trips and sessions led by industry leaders. It’s an unbelievable community of food writers, food and prop stylists, cookbook authors, recipe testers, editors, agents and more. Some of the more interesting topics were the popular food trends and stories, how to polish your social media presence, how to run cooking […]

Categories: Breakfast Ideas, Dairy Free, Eggs, Gluten Free, Greens • Tags: Sauté

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Spicy Skirt Steak Fajitas

February 22, 2018 by pamflo

Firing up your outdoor grill in Boston this week is not completely out of the question, as the temperature has been in the mid 60’s! These super tasty steak fajitas were grilled in my trusty stove-top grill pan. Both skirt and flank steak benefit from a few hours of marinating as they’re typically tougher cuts of meat. The secrets to juicy tender steak is letting the meat come to room temperature for about 30 minutes or so before cooking, and […]

Categories: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Lunch Ideas, Meat/Poultry, Vegetables • Tags: Grill, Marinate

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