Slow cooked lamb chops

*In Israel anything that can be swabbed in humus should be swabbed in humus.  With that in mind for lamb chops I spread a layer of humus over a serving dish and lay the lamb and its juices on top.  Think about it.  If lamb and humus didn’t go so good together Israel’s shawarma stands would be out of business.…

Easy humus

*My favorite humus place in the old city of Jerusalem is called Lina’s, close to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.  Lina’s is famous for having a very smooth humus recipe they have served for 35 years.   At Lina’s they always give you a plate of small kosher pickles and sliced raw onions.  You are supposed to…

Tangy pasta salad

*Warning: This pasta is not for the weak of taste buds.  Its a lot of powerful flavors per bite!  For my son I usually put  some cooked pasta aside and mix his with less olives, feta, and tomatoes to make it a little more kid-friendly. Ingredients 4 cups spiral pasta, cooked according to package 1/2 cup red bell…