Read The Everything Kosher Slow Cooker Cookbook Online
Authors: Dena G. Price
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cup dried apricots, cut into halves
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teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
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teaspoon black pepper
3 cups cooked couscous
4 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds (for garnish)
Saffron
Saffron is the dried stigma of a crocus flower cultivated in the Mediterranean and the Middle East. It is the world’s most expensive spice, taking about 5,400 flowers to produce one ounce of saffron. Luckily, a little goes a long way!
Stuffed Cabbage
This is the traditional version of a wonderful dish to serve to guests. Although there is some advance preparation to do, you will have plenty of time to clean up before your guests arrive.
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
Water, as needed
1 large head cabbage
1 teaspoon margarine
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cup sliced onions
1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes in purée
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cup minced onions
1 egg
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cups cooked long-grain rice
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tablespoon garlic powder
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tablespoon sweet paprika
1 pound lean ground beef
Shredded Beef for Sandwiches
Due to the long cooking time, you might want to prepare the meat late the night before serving so it will be ready to eat for lunch.
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 16
4 pounds boneless beef roast, excess fat removed
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
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teaspoon celery seed
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teaspoon dried tarragon
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teaspoon dried mustard
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teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon hickory liquid smoke
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cup water
Ask the Butcher
If the beef sitting on the shelf of the local store is too fatty, ask the butcher to cut a fresh, leaner cut. You won’t have to do fat removal at home, which can be tricky depending on the cut of meat. The butcher can also suggest lean beef alternatives to fattier cuts.
Barbecue Ribs
At the end of the 8-hour cooking time, the meat will be tender and falling off of the bones. You can stretch this recipe to 8 servings if you serve barbecue beef sandwiches instead of 4 servings of beef. Add potato chips and coleslaw for a delicious, casual meal.
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
1 cup barbecue sauce
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cup orange marmalade
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cup water
3 pounds beef ribs
Beef Biryani
Biryani is an Indian one-pot meal that is well spiced but not spicy.
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 6
1 pound London broil, cut into 1/4 inch thick strips
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
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teaspoon ground cloves
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teaspoon ground cardamom
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teaspoon ground coriander
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teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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teaspoon cinnamon
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teaspoon cumin
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teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, minced
1 cup pareve yogurt or sour cream
1 cup frozen peas
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cups cooked basmati or brown rice
Tavas
Tavas is a simple Greek lamb stew named for the crock in which it is traditionally cooked. Since it is usually cooked at a low temperature for many hours, this dish is perfect for the slow cooker.
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
Cooking spray
1 large onion, peeled and thinly sliced
2 (15-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
2 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into 1" cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon cumin seeds, lightly crushed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
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teaspoon black pepper
2–3 cups cooked brown or white rice
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cup parsley leaves (for garnish)
Unstuffed Cabbage
Give this a quick sauté at breakfast, then ignore until dinner time.
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 (12-ounce) bag coleslaw mix
1 small onion, peeled and diced
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
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teaspoon ground black pepper
Lamb in Curry Sauce
The ingredients list seems long, but once the onions and garlic are sautéed the entire recipe comes together quickly.
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, peeled and diced
1 clove garlic, minced
Cooking spray
1 large potato, peeled and diced
2 carrots, peeled and julienned
2 teaspoons curry powder
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teaspoon ground turmeric
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
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teaspoon ground black pepper
1" piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
2 packages (about 3 pounds total) lamb shoulder, cut into 2" pieces
1 (10- to 12-ounce) can coconut milk (regular or light)
1 cup water
2 cups cooked rice, any variety
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cup packed coriander leaves
Coconut Milk
Coconut milk is the water extracted from grated coconut. It can substitute in many recipes where cow’s milk or cream is used. Since coconut milk has a tendency to harmlessly separate in storage, shake the can prior to opening.