Food is politics. More than ever. So, imagine my surprise when I found this comment the other day, right here on my little ol’ blog saying:
“I love your recipe blog, but really don’t agree with your political views or comments. Try to stay more focused on the food instead of politics. You may keep more friends that way.”
I’d never thought of being less than genuine and hiding my views as way to gain friends. Call me naive, that’s one strategy I haven’t tried. In terms of what I write on this site, I share my personal (which are of course political) philosophies and also enjoy hearing other people’s views, whether they agree with me or not.
So everyone, I want to thank you for your comments and all of the diverse perspectives. I appreciate hearing your views, even if we don’t always exactly see eye to eye.
In terms of my opinions, I hope you all enjoy what I write and totally understand if you don’t. Of course, if you are a big fan of Sara Palin then this site might not be the most comfortable place for you to hang out, given that I am pretty much a bleeding heart liberal. And then some. That’s not something I ever have or ever will try to hide.
Here’s yet another delicious gluten-free kosher for Passover recipe; it is based on a recipe I found on epicurean.com. My husband was very enthusiastic about this dessert, eating the crumbs off of the serving plate. Just a word of caution, this moist tart can be a bit crumbly this is normal and does not mean you’ve done anything wrong.
Chocolate Walnut Torte
Ingredients
- 5 large eggs, separated
- ½ cup agave nectar or honey
- ½ teaspoon celtic sea salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 cups walnuts
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse the chocolate until it becomes a coarse mixture, the consistency of gravel
- Pulse in the walnuts, briefly, until they are coarsely chopped -bigger chunks than the chocolate
- In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks until pale in color, then gradually beat in the agave
- In a separate large bowl, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks, then beat in the salt
- Fold the chocolate-walnut mixture into the egg yolk mixture
- Then fold the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture
- Place in a well greased 9 inch springform pan
- Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes, then turn the oven off and leave in for 10 more minutes, until firm to the touch and golden around the edges
- Cool in the pan, then serve
This gluten-free flourless torte is another less expensive way to make higher-protein, lower glycemic desserts, without the expense of almond flour. Not that I don’t love almond flour, it’s still my favorite ingredient!
I’m not sure if this torte would work with yacon, though it might be a worthy experiment. It might also be worthwhile to experiment with other nuts, if walnuts aren’t your thing.
Diane in Castle Rock, CO says
Now for my two cents worth of opinion, Oh, I forgot that with inflation and greed led by Mr. George W. Bush and buds, my 2 cents is worth what, absolutely nothing! Elana, food and politics go together, nothing like a good political discussion over the dinner table. I am a former New Yorker Anti-defamation League political and I say to the conservatives, faith and gun lovers if you are offended over Elana’s politics and want, no demand that she just stick to food, where were you the past 10 years? A huge amount of hypocrisy, what are you going to do? Invade Boulder because you don’t like Elana’s politics – then delete her blog, simple..but hypocrisy is not…maybe you should read Sarah’s blog…I am a hockey mom and I still want to know how Sarah attended all those hockey practices and tornaments being a GUV?
Keep those politics and GF blogs going Girl!
Adrianna says
Die hard Republican and die hard Elana’s pantry fan!
Marsha says
I love reading your recipes and comments…wish I had seen the one about Sarah Palin. You have every right to make comments on any topic, just as anyone else does. Don’t worry about losing friends…you’ve got a pile of them.
My future daughter-in-law recently discovered she has celiac disease and I am trying my hardest to make some dishes she can eat and actually enjoy. You have helped a lot.
Claire says
Hi Elana –
this is my fave blog, I was confused mightily when I saw ‘political comments’ – I have missed those completely as your delicious recipes made with so much love and warmth are the draw.
Delighted to say I have checked at Amazon.co.uk (as live in UK now) and I can get your book here too – hurrah! though I have a feeling it might be on it’s way from a friend in SanFrancisco for my birthday so will check first!
As to what you can and can’t say – your blog, your rules. Don’t change a thing, we need more liberals who approach their lives and loves and others with the warmth, love and respect you seem to bring to everything.
:o) Claire
Bob says
Hmm… making light of a connection between Sarah Palin and a mousse is not even political, its funny.
Linda says
If people don’t like what you are saying Elana, then they shouldn’t read what’s here. Plain and simple. No one is being forced to come to this blog :)
Luci says
Hmm…well, I come to your site because of your recipes; I hadn’t noticed anything political. The draw for me to your site was 1) your talent, and 2) that you’re Jewish. My Lubavitch and Orthodox friends were thankful that I gave them your site, too, though I’m one of of those Born-again Christians in the Constitution Party. So – I figure that if a bunch of Lubavitch and Orthodox Jews (who call me an honorary Jew) and I, a Black American, can get along and share recipes, then we can all be gracious to one another and allow each other to be people. This dish will be perfect after our Messianic Passover Seder. Keep up the good work and next time – just ignore the comment, it’s not worth your time.
sarah says
All your recipes look so delicious! I haven’t tried any yet, but I really want to! I’m the only one in my family who eats gluten-free, and I’m usually just happy to get something on the table. But I love baking and trying new recipes (especially ones I can eat!). Your blog makes me drool!
Junecutie says
Elana honey, Please don’t pay any attention to anyone who wants to put you down for your “political statements” or whatever. A blog is about you living your life as well as the recipes for foods you prepare for your family. A blog would have to have some of your religious views, your political views, your daily life; and your personality mixed in to be real. Anything less is fake. So keep it real, please! I loved this torte! I substituted pecans for walnuts since Hubby is not a fan of that nut. Was really tasty! Much love and many blessings.
Courtney says
I would like to catch you while you are on your chocolate kick… it is precisely my language :]
I have a unique craving that requires creativity. I saw a piece of DARK CHOCOLATE GINGER BISCOTTI the other day and I cannot get my mind off of it… the consequences for indulging would have been too significant so I decided to pass. Since then, these 2 ingredients have taken over my BRAIN… dark chocolate dipped ginger, dark chocolate ginger biscotti, dark chocolate ginger walnut torte! At your convenience, I would love to see what you could come up with. Blessings, Courtney.