Around the World at Ksenia's Table | Episode 1: My Israeli Breakfast

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while still providing creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor profile with a higher smoke point.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with a similar flavor, while banana peppers are milder and more affordable.

spinach

🥗Healthier: Swiss chard

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Swiss chard is nutrient-rich and can be used interchangeably with spinach.

Wash and prepare the greens, removing stems from kale and tearing leaves into pieces.

Set aside the mixed greens.

Wash and clean the leek, then dice it finely.

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the diced leek to the pot and cook for about 10 minutes until softened.

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