Pesto brings out the fresh character of this soup. You can top each bowl with a spoonful before serving, or pass it in a small bowl at the table for guests to help themselves….
Artichoke Spinach Lasagna
Gourmet Quesadillas
Ali’s Spinach Curry (Tarka Saag)
From the cookbook, Olive Trees and Honey: A Treasury of Vegetarian Recipes from Jewish Communities Around the World, “The Baghdadis of Calcutta used spinach with more frequency than did their non-Jewish neighbors. Indian Jews, however, did adopt their neighbors’ love of spices, which found their way into the cuisine, as exemplified by this dish. A tarka is a mixture of hot ghee or oil and spices. The essential oils in the spices are fat solvents, and the heat contributes to the release of flavors. This dish is commonly accompanied with rice.”…