Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Passover Pecan Brownies



I received an email from Osem...  I almost deleted it, but I was interested because I had never heard of Osem before.


I checked it out and they're a large provider of kosher foods.  Kosher means that something is "meant to be eaten" and kosher foods "conform to the regulations of the Jewish Halakhic law framework".  


Although I'm not Jewish, I decided to make these brownies... mostly because they looked really good, but also because I wanted to branch out a little bit.


If you don't know where to get Matza cake meal, you can get it here or here. Or you can just switch the 1/2 cup Matza cake meal out with 1 cup of all purpose flour.

Today is the last day of Passover, so if you get a change, I highly recommend you make these delicious, chocolatey brownies.  The top crust is crunchy and the inside is light and moist.  MMM!








PECAN BROWNIES
Levana Cooks


The Passover version of this timeless classic is virtually identical to the year-round one: Osem Matza cake meal is that good! Secret of delicious brownies, beside of course delicious chocolate: Do not be tempted to bake a minute more or they will harden.

Ingredients 

8 ounces best-quality dark chocolate, chopped, or 2 cups best-quality semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup margarine (try your best for a good natural brand)
4 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup Osem Matza Cake Meal (or 1 cup AP flour)
¾ cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans (12 to 15 minutes in a preheated 325 degree oven)

Directions

Preheat oven to 375°F. 
Melt the chocolate and margarine in a small saucepan over very low heat or in a microwave for 1 to 2 minutes. 
In a food processor or with an electric mixer, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. 
Add the chocolate mixture and mix. 
Add the matza cake meal and vanilla and mix, pulsing until just combined. 
Fold in pecans.
Pour the batter into a greased 12-inch square pan (or any pan of a comparable size) and bake for 35 minutes until the top is barely firm. It will set completely with the residual heat sticking to the pan. Chill before cutting, so you can cut them neatly. 
Store refrigerated in a sealed container. Makes about 3 dozen.



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22 comments:

  1. These brownies are amazing. I love pecans, they are my favorite kind of nut so this recipe has left me hungry :(

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  2. Oh my GOODNESSS! This recipe looks fabulous. It's sort of like a southern comfort take on brownies.

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  3. Oh my GOODNESSS! This recipe looks fabulous. It's sort of like a southern comfort take on brownies.

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  4. these look yummy! I love brownies with a crunchy top!

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  5. Ohhhh these look divine! I looove a brownie that is gooey on the inside and crispy on the outside!

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  6. Oh my goodness, Katie. Now this is my kind of brownie! What a yummy and delicious treat. Thanks for sharing!

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  7. I don't celebrate Passover, but I think I would enjoy these.

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  8. Thanks for the step by step photos - pecan and chocolate together is divine!

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  9. Gooey dark chocolate and pecans? Yum and more yum!

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  10. Yummy. Are they chewy inside? I love chewy brownies which is why I ask.

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  11. I think Whole Foods also sells matzo cake meal! These look so good...would never know that they were kosher for passover!

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  12. GIRLFRIEND. these. look awesome.

    I'm also finally getting around to doing the 7 things award you gave me. yaaaayyy! :) lovelove!

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  13. Thanks for linking these up on Totally Tasty Tuesdays! I can't wait for more!

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  14. These look delicious. Is there anything that isn't better with some pecans?

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  15. Oh wow those look seriously amazing! And how cool that they are kosher :)

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  16. Hum I just love your brownies

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  17. I'm not Jewish, but I'd totally love one of these brownies!

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  18. Your brownies look so good! I like how they're ooey gooey on the inside and crunchy on the outside. I've never heard of matza cake meal until I read this post. Learn something new every day! :)

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  19. THey look delicious! Good job for branching out. I get nervous doing that sometimes, but then again, sometimes you have to! :)

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  20. Oh my goodness, Katie. Now this is my kind of brownie! What a yummy and delicious treat. Thanks for sharing!

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