




Beef Empanadas
Empanadas are Spanish and South American turnovers filled with a typically meat-based filling, with spices that vary by country. Here’s an easy and delicious version of this specialty.

Black Lentil Fresh Salad
Black lentils (also called Beluga because the small black grains resemble caviar) are a real discovery that I now always keep in my pantry. From a nutritional standpoint, they’re rich in protein and packed with vitamins. They hold up well during cooking and don’t require soaking, making them an ideal ingredient for a vegetarian yet satisfying starter or lunch!






Sicilian Caponata - Kosher Eggplant Appetizer
Caponata is a Sicilian cousin of French ratatouille. Their preparation methods are very similar, but what gives caponata its characteristic taste are the capers, vinegar, and black olives. Today I’m sharing my Italian grandmother’s recipe.



Whole Roasted Cauliflower
In a word? Delicious. Israeli chef Eyal Shani has restored this excellent vegetable’s reputation. Whole roasted cauliflower is a recipe to adopt and serve to anyone who thinks vegetables are boring! You’ll never be ashamed again to say cauliflower is among your favorite vegetables. And if nothing else, you’ll have a great recipe to serve your vegetarian friends.





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