I love anything potatoes. I admit that mashed potatoes are not my favorite thing, except that they are good at holding gravy. My Mom used to make potato cakes with leftover mashed potatoes, and they were always a hit, but When I had Latkes for the first time made with grated fresh potatoes, I became a fan. Enjoy!
Cauliflower Sour “Cream”
Cauliflower Sour “Cream”
From an upcoming cookbook by Del Sroufe
I usually make sour “cream” with silken tofu. It is quick, easy and delicious. I have a few friends who can not eat tofu, and when they come over for dinner I make this recipe instead of the one made with tofu. It is equally delicious and almost as easy.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cauliflower florets steamed for 8- 10 minutes until tender
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp white wine vinegar
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth and creamy. Add water, 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time, if needed to make a creamy sauce.
- Store refrigerated for up to 5 days.
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“Fried” Apples
"Fried" Apples
From an upcoming cookbook by Del Sroufe
Mom often made fried apples when we were kids, and we loved them. Her version was cooked with brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon. My healthier version uses date paste as the sweetener and skips the butter without skipping the flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pitted dates
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch sea salt
- 6 granny Smith apples halved seeded and sliced
Instructions
- Add the dates and water to a blender and puree until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into a large skillet and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, until the mixture starts to thicken.
- Add the lemon juice, cinnamon, and sea salt. Mix well
- Add the apples and cook for 10 minutes, until the apples are tender.
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Latkes
Latkes
From an upcoming cookbook by Del Sroufe
I usually make sour “cream” with silken tofu. It is quick, easy and delicious. I have a few friends who can not eat tofu, and when they come over for dinner I make this recipe instead of the one made with tofu. It is equally delicious and almost as easy.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs russet potatoes
- 1 cup minced onion
- ⅓ cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 3 Tbsp almond flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- reheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Line a baking sheet with silpat or parchment paper.
- Grate the potatoes and place them in a colander with the minced onion. Let them drain for 10 minutes.
- Press the mixture to remove any excess liquid.
- Place the potato onion mixture in a large bowl with the remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Using an ice cream scoop or a ¼ cup measure, shape the latkes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, turn them over and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Serve with Cauliflower Sour “Cream” and “Fried” Apples.
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