Robs Smoked Salmon Saltine Brei Recipes

CINNAMON ROLL MATZAH BREI

Steps:

• For the cinnamon roll spread: Use a fork to combine the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt in a medium bowl until combined and uniform. Set aside.
• For the cream cheese icing: Use a hand mixer to beat the cream cheese and butter in a medium bowl until combined. Then add the powdered sugar and salt and carefully mix until combined and uniform. Spoon into a piping bag with a 1/4- or 3/8-inch nozzle or a ziptop storage bag and snip a small piece off the end, 1/4 to 3/8 inch wide. Set aside.
• For the matzah brei: In another medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar and salt until uniform.
• Break the matzah into bite-sized pieces and put into a separate bowl. Pour on the milk until covered and let sit for 30 to 60 seconds, just until softened; you don't want to make the matzah mushy. Drain through a sieve, add the matzah to the egg mixture and mix to combine.
• Heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat and add half the butter to melt.
• Spoon a quarter of the matzah mixture (about 1/3 cup) into the pan and form into a flat pancake. Repeat with another pancake if there is room in your pan. Have your cinnamon roll spread ready nearby. Fry the pancakes for 2 minutes, or until the bottoms are cooked but not browned. Flip and immediately spoon 1 tablespoon of the cinnamon roll spread onto the middle of each pancake. Spread around the pancake as it melts, leaving the edges exposed. Fry for 1 more minute, or until cooked through.
• Repeat with the rest of the matzah mixture and cinnamon roll spread to make another 2 pancakes, adding the remaining butter to the pan. Swirl a generous amount of cream cheese icing onto each pancake and serve immediately with more icing!

SMOKED SALMON-SPRING PEA FRITTATA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and lightly golden, 7 to 10 minutes. Whisk the milk, salt and eggs together in medium bowl. Add the egg mixture to the skillet, then add the peas. Add the black pepper and cook the frittata until the edges begin to set and turn pale yellow, 5 to 7 minutes. Place the salmon pieces in a single layer on the eggs. Place the skillet in the middle of the oven and bake until the center is set and no longer jiggles, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool for 5 minutes. Cut the frittata into six wedges and garnish with the chopped parsley.

SMOKED SALMON PINWHEELS

Steps:

• Combine the cream cheese, lemon juice, red onion, and basil in a bowl until completely blended.
• On a piece of waxed paper, arrange the smoked salmon slices in a rectangle about 3 inches wide and 12 inches long, slightly overlapping each piece. (If the salmon slices are cut irregularly, simply piece them together like a puzzle.)
• Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture on the salmon, sprinkle with the capers, and roll up like a jellyroll.
• Refrigerate for 1 hour to firm, then cut into 1/2-inch slices. Place each pinwheel atop a cucumber round to serve.

MATZO BREI

Steps:

• For the caramelized onions: Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and toss to coat with the oil. Cover and slowly cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
• For the matzo brei: Heat the oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add the salami and fry for 3 minutes. Soak the matzo sheets in water for 15 seconds, crumble them with your fingers and add them to the salami. Add the caramelized onions and toss with the salami and matzo. Cook for an additional 3 minutes. Add the beaten eggs and cook until the eggs are cooked through, about 5 minutes.
• Plate with a side of maple syrup if desired.

MATZO BREI

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl, break the matzo into 1-inch pieces. Bring the water to a boil and pour over the matzos. Quickly toss the matzo, then drain off any excess. In a bowl, beat the eggs with a fork. Mix the eggs, salt and pepper into the matzo. Over high heat, heat the butter and oil in a large saute pan. Add the matzo and fry until crisp. Flip over to fry the other side, breaking into pieces as it cooks. Serve with Maple syrup, or preserves.

BRIE SMOKED SALMON STACKERS

Steps:

• slice french baget in half inch slices an arrange of a cookie sheet.
• drizzle baguet with olive oil.
• scoop one dab of brie softened at room temperature onto each piece of bread.
• cut salmon into equal portions and place on top of brie.
• cook for 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes.
• brush the salmon lightly with the grey poupon mustard.
• sprinkle with pepper to taste.