Kunefe ( Turkish Dessert)
Künefe is considered to be one of the most delicious Turkish desserts, especially in the city of Antakya(Antioch) located on MediterreneanSea, in Southern Turkey. Although künefe shops are very common throughout Hatay, Kilis, Adana, Mersinand Gaziantepprovinces, the city of Antakyain Hatay is known for the best künefe in Turkey. What distinguishes Antakya’s künefe from others […]
Molasses Ginger Cookies
Ingredients: 2 cups flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 Tbsp ginger powder 1 Tbsp fresh grated ginger 1/4+ cup water (see notes) 1/4 – 1/3 cup molasses 1/3 cup melted vegan buttery spread 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp baking soda 2 tsp baking powder Notes: * I used […]
Old Fashion New York Style Cheesecake
Ingredients 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, plus 1 1/2 cups 2 1/2 pounds cream cheese, softened 1 lemon, zested 1 orange, zested 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 5 eggs 2 egg yolks 1/2 cup sour cream 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped from inside […]
Raisin Pecan Almond and Oatmeal Cookies
Raisin is rich in multiple nutrients, such as antioxidants and vitamins, minerals. Almond and Pecan contains lots of antioxidants and omega 3/6, which is good for brain cells. Oatmeal provides high fibers and amino acids also. This recipe has been modified from Barefoot Contessa’s Raisin Pecan Oatmeal Cookies. I modify this recipe by reducing the […]
Soft Ginger Bread
Ingredients 1 cup sugar 1 cup dark molasses 1 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs ¾ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 cup boiling water Directions Preheat the oven to350°F. Grease and lightly flour the baking pan. Put the […]
Sweet Potato Pecan Pie
Pie Dough Preparation: Ingredient： 3/4 cup unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon milk 1/4 cup boiling water 2 cups all-purpose flour Directions: In a large bowl, combine the butte, salt, milk and boiling water. Whip with form until creamy and smooth. Add flour and stir until the flour is incorporated. Make crust for one […]
Gingerbread Cookies
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon ground ginger 1 3/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 3/4 cup dark brown sugar 1 large egg 1/2 cup molasses 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (optional) […]
Tortilla Borek Rolls
Ingredients: 1 package of frozen tortilla’s Sesame or black seeds to sprinkle on the top Filling: 1 onion 1 pound spinach 1 tablespoon oil 2 OZ crumbled feta cheese 4 mid-size potatoed Cooked meat pieces Salt Ground black pepper Liquid Sauce: 3 eggs 1 cup vegetable oil 1 cup milk Directions: 1. The day before […]
Ashure ( Noah’s Pudding)
Ingredients: 1 cup wheat 1 cup white beans 1 cup garbanzo beans 1 cup raisins 1 cup almonds 3/4 cup peanuts 12 dried apricots 5 1/2 cups sugar Water ( enough to cover) Topping: walnuts, cinnamon. Directions: Soak wheat, white beans, garbanzo beans and almonds in water overnight. Boil the above ingredients, remove the outer […]
Vanilla Crème Brûlée
Ingredients 1 cup(s) light cream or half-and-half 1 cup(s) heavy or whipping cream 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract 5 large egg yolks 1/3 cup(s) granulated sugar 2 tablespoon(s) dark brown sugar Directions Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Into 13″ by 9″ metal baking pan, pour 3 1/2 cups hot tap water; place in oven. In microwave-safe 2-cup liquid measuring cup, […]