My Dad's side of the family is Jewish, and Passover has always been one of my favorite holidays. As a kid, I loved all of the special foods we ate during the Seder; how fun it was to dip the parsley into the salt water, taste the red wine in the Charoset and my personal favorite - the hardboiled eggs. I was always hungry in anticipation of the main meal, so I would load up on the eggs and matzo crackers, taking seconds and thirds.
But the BEST part? Dessert, of course. And not just any dessert; it had to be this matzo toffee - a.k.a. matzo crack.
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Ah, enchiladas. I love Mexican/Latin-inspired cuisine and enchiladas have always been a favorite of mine. The crispy edges and soft interior ... plus, I love the endless possibilities for fillings; veggies, cheese, meat (if you eat it), shrimp, tofu, beans, rice, and so on. I went with a classic filling on this one but made it vegetarian by using Quorn USA "meat" crumbles. My husband - who loves a good steak - said these were delicious and wouldn't have known they were plant-based unless I'd told him.
I've been vegetarian for over a decade now, and one of my favorite things to do as a chef is take classic recipes - like Shepherd's Pie - and swap out the meat for plant-based alternatives. Despite the acceptance and push toward vegetarian and vegan diets in recent years, I think there's still an underlying misconception that flavorful, robust meals can't be achieved without meat. The good news is, that's entirely untrue -- and this comforting, filling, hearty dish is here to prove it.
Shortbread originates from Scotland, but it's traditionally prepared throughout the entire UK -- and for good reason: it's absolutely delicious! Buttery, sweet, salty, chewy yet crumbly. Enjoyed as is or alongside a hot cup of coffee or tea, this melt-in-your-mouth pastry is the epitome of simplicity at its best.
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