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Plum, Rum and Almond Upside Down Cake

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MAQLUBA RECONSTRUCTED

WITH NO COMMENTS

Traditional maqluba is reconstructed by roasting the vegetables instead of frying them. Za'atar, sumac and cumin season the dish for a fresh take on this rice and vegetable upside-down torte.

LENTIL TABBOULEH SALAD WITH POMEGRANATES

WITH 2 COMMENTS

A fusion dish of French de Puy lentils and Middle Eastern tabbouleh ingredients is a fusion of some of my favorite ingredients. I add fresh pomegranate seeds and pomegranate molasses for a flavor pop that contrasts with the earthy lentils.

MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE

WITH 2 COMMENTS

Mexican hot chocolate is a deep, dark, frothy, spiced treat that can be served at breakfast, for dessert, or with a splash of kahlua for a grown-up treat.

CHICKEN, CHILE AND TOMATILLO SOUP

WITH 4 COMMENTS

A smokey chicken soup, full of roasted peppers, chiles and tomatillos is perfect for a cold winter's night.

LEEK, POTATO AND ASPARAGUS SOUP

WITH 2 COMMENTS

Leek and potato soup, a French soup with humble beginnings makes for a comforting and satisfying meal. In this version we add asparagus for a little extra color, flavor and nutrition.

FISH AND VEGETABLES COOKED IN PAPER

WITH NO COMMENTS

Healthy fish and vegetables cooked in individual paper packets are perfect for last-minute meals. Quick enough for weeknights and impressive enough for guests.

BASIL AND SPINACH PESTO

WITH 6 COMMENTS

There is not much in this world that is better than pesto. With its densely concentrated flavor, pesto perks up the simplest foods, from pasta to potatoes, to bread, to soup, to eggs, to chicken or fish. You can't go wrong by adding a dollop of pesto.

SASHIMI TATAKI – SAM CHOY STYLE

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A dressed-up sashimi tataki platter is perfect for celebrating New Year's, or if you are a sashimi lover, perfect for anytime of the year. A light searing and a cucumber vinaigrette elevate this sashimi platter to something really special.

POLENTA AND VEGGIE BITES WITH HONEYED CHEESE

WITH ONE COMMENT

These make-ahead polenta appetizers are delicious and healthy. Grilled polenta is smeared with honeyed cheese and topped with slow cooked tomatoes, caramelized onions and melted peppers.

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH OTTOLENGHI