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Oven Roasted Vegetables
Oven roasted vegetables are sweet, caramelized, and fork tender. They are so delicious, they can be an entire meal unto themselves.
The Backstory:Â Roasted vegetables are so easy to prepare. And they are a great pairing for chi[…]-READ-MORE>
Strawberry Bread
The Backstory: Strawberry Bread is a nice change of pace from the famous banana bread that is more common. Oh, I am not saying there is anything wrong with the latter, it is delicious. but sometimes a change can be just as good. Â[…]-READ-MORE>
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
The Backstory:Whether you call it Sweet potatoes or Yams, potatoes of every shape, texture, and color have been around for eons.  Practically every culture has its own way of preparing them, from the most rustic recipes (boiled,[…]-READ-MORE>
Aunt Alice’s Coffee Cake
Crumbly, cinnamon, and coffee–the perfect trio!
The Backstory:Â My Aunt Alice was one of those fabulous characters who always seemed to be floating into a room on a cloud of color, perfume and fashionable clothing. She wore pe[…]-READ-MORE>
Mom’s Perfect Kugel
Mom’s Perfect Kugel is my go-to kugel for every holiday. Apricot preserves, vanilla notes, and a crunchy, to-die-for topping, put it over the top. This is my most-requested recipe.
The Backstory:Â If you put five (or 50) Jewish[…]-READ-MORE>
Cinnamon Applesauce
The Backstory:Â When my son was just a few months old, I started to make a lot of his baby foods from scratch. I’m not sure why–I wasn’t on the organic/homemade-is-best bandwagon, but I became a mother late in life (42) and doing[…]-READ-MORE>
Honey Soy Broiled Salmon – Healthy Option
Honey soy broiled salmon is sweet, savory and full of deliciously healthy ingredients. This is a perfect go-to fish meal for any occasion.
The Backstory:Â This is one of my all-time favorite ways to prepare salmon because it de[…]-READ-MORE>
Hawaiian Chicken
The Backstory: Chicken is chicken. It seems as though there must be zillions of  recipes out there. Baked, fried, boiled, braised etc.  Get the picture? Practically every culture has their favorites. More of the Backstory after[…]-READ-MORE>
Smoked Salmon and Caviar Toasts
Smoked salmon and caviar toasts are a delectable, elegant appetizer that will wow your guests and are easy to make. What more could you ask for?
The Backstory:Â The first time I had caviar was at famed The Russian Tea Room in t[…]-READ-MORE>
Purple Plum Torte
Purple plum torte is juicy, sweet, and slightly tart. The buttery crust is a perfect balance to the fruit and the torte makes a gorgeous presentation.
The Backstory:Â This delicious plum torte comes to you from my dear friend, […]-READ-MORE>
Stuffed Derma (Kishka)
A classic, old-time side that’s as delicious and flavorful as it ever was.
The Backstory:Â I was raised on Jewish soul foods. This included Stuffed Derma (Kishka), chopped liver, chicken soup, and a whole bunch of foods that to[…]-READ-MORE>
Couscous with Spinach, Onions and Tomatoes – Healthy Option
Couscous with spinach, onions and tomatoes is simply fresh and flavorful. This is a perfect side, light lunch (add protein!) and go-to all year round.
…The Backstory continues:Â This delicious dish is flavorful, satisfying an[…]-READ-MORE>
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