World Nutella Day

February 5th is world Nutella Day! Thanks to Michelle from Bleeding Espresso (http://bleedingespresso.com) who gave me the heads up.

I am a huge fan of Nutella, cause it’s packed with kosher soul. It goes great on just about anything from bread, waffles, to sandwiches. It doesn’t get any better that this…

Here are two yummy recipes that you can use to celebrate Nutella Day. Who doesn’t love s’mores or pound cake…but add in the nutella and honey you will be in foodie heaven. Nosh on!

~Shoshi
“Luscious Lifestyle Diva”


Nutella S'Mores

1 jar Nutella
1 bag chocolate chip Cookies
1 bag marshmallows

Spread thick layer of Nutella on one cookie. Carefully toast a marshmallow and place on top of the Nutella. Spread the marshmallow almost to the edges. Cover with a second cookie to form a sandwich.

Heavenly Hazelnut Pound Cake

1/2 cup sliced almonds
1 store-bought pound cake
1 cup Nutella
1 cup heavy cream, whipped
1 tablespoon orange liqueur
1 lemon, zested
Blackberries and raspberries, for garnish
Lightly toast the almonds in a small skillet. Set aside to cool.

Cut the pound cake in half, horizontally. Spread the chocolate spread on the cut side of both cake pieces. Sprinkle with toasted almonds. Then place the top half of the cake back onto the bottom half.

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the whipped cream, orange liqueur and the zest. Cut the pound cake into 1-inch slices and serve with the whipped cream, blackberries and raspberries.

Reviews & Spokesperson

I have decided that I will be doing reviews of kosher food products so that I can let you know about new delicious products that hit the market. If there is a review you would like to see, talk to me…

I have been in talks with a few people to be a spokesperson and/or represent some kosher food products. I am excited about this because I have wanted to incorporate it into my work. If you know of a product or you produce a product and need a rep/ spokesperson in the NYC area drop me a line at shoshi@yolandashoshana.com. I am all about giving you the scoop on the best kosher food packed with a whole lotta soul!

I will let you all know more details as they arise.

Nosh on,
Shoshi
www.yolandashoshana.com

Chipolte Artichoke Dip

Are you in need of a good dip recipe packed with kosher soul? Here is one full of soul, with Latin influences! Holla!

Don't forget to check out Foodbuzz.com where I am a featured publisher. It's a great website and shows off the fact that kosher eaters like delicious food.


Chipotle Artichoke Dip

1/4 cup cilantro
1 clove of garlic
1 can of chipole chile in adobe sauce
one 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained
1/2 cup feta cheese
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
Tortilla or plantain chips for serving


Using a food processor,finely chop cilantro, garlic, and chipotle. Scrap down the bowl a few times, Add the artichokes, cheese, olive oil,and lime juice and process till combines. Serve with chips.

This will be a hit at your next soiree or simply if you want to have some comfort kosher food.

Nosh on,
Shoshi

Raw Kosher Soul

If you are like me, from November all the way through December, you ate drank, and stayed merry. Now it’s back to getting in shape and being healthy for the new year.

The question is where does one begin? Put down the carbs and let go of the fried food honey. Add a little raw to your diet and watch those holiday love handles melt away.

Here are two recipes in the raw and packed with kosher soul. Your tastebuds won't know the difference!

Nosh on,
Shoshi

Asparagus Pesto

1 ½ cups diced asparagus
3 cloves of garlic
1/3 cup pine nuts
¼ cup walnuts
1 tablespoon of fresh basil
1-2 teaspoons of sea salt
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

Mix the first six ingredients in a food processor. Slowly add the olive oil. Use as a dip or spread

Mango Pudding

2 Mangos
1/4 Lime (Optional)
Shredded Coconut & Chopped Pecans, to taste

Use a vegetable peeler to peel mangos. Then place a knife flush to one of the flat sides of the mango pit and cut the mango away from the pit. Add 1/4 lime and blend until perfectly smooth. To complete the dessert, pour into dessert cups/dishes and add shredded coconut and chopped pecans to taste. This also tastes good just as the pureed mango