Palette Dome Cuisine

Roasted Israeli Turkey Breast

Chef Mesilati — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 01:44:30 +0000

Roasted turkey breast gets an Israeli twist with the addition of orange juice, raisins, lemon and cumin. Ingredients 1 Whole turkey breast, skin on Crust 1 onion, peeled and cut in quarters 1 bunch Italian parsley (about 20 stems), rinsed 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp cayenne Zest from [...]

Best Foods You Aren’t Eating and The Mediterranean Diet

Chef Mesilati — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:33:36 +0000

NY Times article The 11 Best Foods You Aren’t Eating: another testimony for the benefits of a Mediterranean diet.

Mediterranean Brisket

Chef Mesilati — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:25:41 +0000

This Mediterranean brisket version uses cinnamon, bay leaves and soy sauce to create an earthy and flavorful dish for a cold winter night. Brisket is a cut of beef (or mutton) taken from the breast cut; sold without the bone and divided into two sections. The flat cut has minimal fat and is usually more [...]

Incredible Puff Pastry Nibbles

Chef Mesilati — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 19:38:47 +0000

This recipe is a definite party pleaser and a winner on all fronts: it tastes wonderful, it looks homemade, it is as easy to make as can be, and it is even low in fat. What else could you ask for in a party snack?! Warning: these nibbles will disappear the minute you put them [...]

Green Curry Chicken

Chef Mesilati — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 19:51:31 +0000

I love Thai food. The flavors and scents are simply incredible. The dishes are usually healthy and light and contain a lot of fresh produce. The preparation is never too hard. This is an excellent combination of food qualities. I will go even further and say that my most favorite Thai dish is green curry. [...]

The Ultimate Mushroom Lasagna

Chef Mesilati — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:47:39 +0000

We have been busy here at Palette Dome Cuisine these last few months moving our kitchen to a new location. It is not all said and done yet, but I finally have the time for some online updates. With the move and the intensive labor involved, along with the cold nights in DC, comfort food [...]

Holiday Calendar January 2009

Chef Mesilati — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:28:12 +0000

As I am sitting and daydreaming of the Hanukkah potato latkes with sour cream and applesauce, and also pondering what will be the perfect Christmas cookies this year, I realized January of 2009 is almost too full of holidays. From New Year’s celebrations for many religions and nations, through Martin Luther King’s day and the [...]

Healthy Taco Salad with the Healing Power of Cumin

Chef Mesilati — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 03:32:30 +0000

This is a healthy take on a traditional southwest salad. Ground beef is browned and seasoned then served on a bed of greens with fresh tomatoes, grated cheese, corn chips and sour cream. This is a fast and easy recipe that is always a crowd pleaser. Yields 4 to 6 servings. Cumin is a common [...]

Best Ever Parker House Rolls Recipe

Chef Mesilati — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 13:27:14 +0000

This recipe is a classic from the Midwest, and has become a favorite among our friends and customers in our holiday events. You will need a big stand mixer for an easy process and successful results, but even if you don’t – just mix and work the dough by hand as much as you can [...]

Holiday Calendar December 2008

Chef Mesilati — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 01:29:47 +0000

December is here with the cold weather as a constant, DC just had first snow today, the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree Ceremony is behind us with president Bush in one of his last public appearances, Christmas decorations are popping all over town, Thanksgiving leftovers are long gone, and it is about time to [...]