After hearing all the buzz about Jerusalem a Cookbook I finally received my coveted copy and I am madly in love. Its collection of 120 recipes explores the cross-cultural perspective of authors and friends Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi both born in the same year in Jerusalem, one from the Arab side and one from the Jewish West. Unlike most cookbooks, it includes the rich history of the city and its recipes along with visuals of mouthwatering dishes and the people of Jerusalem. And most importantly, its recipes turn out and taste better than they look, which is a feat in itself.
What a perfect gift for the holidays for any home cook.
Most of the recipes aren't exactly weeknight dishes, since their ingredient list sometimes takes up the entire page, but for those of you who like a challenge, try this meal:
Turkey and Zucchini Burgers with Green Onion and Cumin with Sour Cream and Sumac Sauce
Basmati & Wild Rice with Chickpeas, Currants, Herbs, and Fried Onions
Roasted Butternut Squash & Red Onion with Tahini and Za'atar
PC: Gardenista, and Yours Truly
Recipes after the jump:
