All of the Jewish holidays have fabulous culinary traditions, and Hanukkah is no exception. During Hanukkah, we celebrate the miracle of lights with fried food. How is frying connected to… [Continue Reading]
Author: Diane Israel
Diane Israel is a Chicago native who has an unmistakable passion for the culinary arts. Many of her recipes have been passed down from generations through her Jewish heritage. She can be reached at Diane@DianeIsraelChicagoRecipes.com
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs, bones and skin removed ½ cup dried chickpeas (garbanzo beans) 2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes I large onion, chopped 2 cups baby… [Continue Reading]
Paleo Stuffed Dates are made with 5 healthy ingredients and are super easy to throw together. This healthy paleo candy recipe calls for dates, pistachios, orange juice, orange zest, and… [Continue Reading]
Ingredients: 2 chickens, cut into quarters ¾ cup dark-brown sugar 2 tablespoons dry mustard powder ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup orange juice (not from concentrate) 1… [Continue Reading]
Cook 1 cup whole-wheat penne according to package directions. Drain; save 2 Tbsp. of cooking water. In a small skillet over medium heat, saute 1 clove minced garlic in 1… [Continue Reading]
Cook ¼ cup guinoa according to package directions. Meanwhile, toss ½ cup butternut squash cubes with 1 tsp. olive oil, ½ tsp. turmeric, and a pinch each of cumin, salt,… [Continue Reading]
Toss 2 cups baby arugula with ½ grapefruit, peeled and segmented, ½ avocado, peeled and cut into chunks, 3 oz. sliced grilled chicken, 2 tsp. chopped walnuts, 1 Tbsp. pomegranate… [Continue Reading]
What you’ll need (ingredients): 1 (15′, oz.) can salmon 2 T. Matzoh meal or bread crumbs 1 egg, beaten 1 small onion, diced l/8 tsp. garlic salt Dash of pepper… [Continue Reading]
Heat grill pan over medium heat. Cut a small zucchini lengthwise into ¼-inch slices and ½ red bell pepper into ½-inch slices. Brush with 1 tsp. olive oil and cook… [Continue Reading]
Your Choice of Red Snapper, Bass, Cod Fillets or Halibut Steaks 1 1/2 lbs. red snapper, bass, cod fillets or halibut steaks 1 tsp. worcestershire sauce 1/4 c. water 1/4 c…. [Continue Reading]