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Fruit Flan with Fresh Berries – Healthy Option
Creamy, rich, and delicious, you’ll never believe this dessert is low-cal and low fat.
The Backstory:Â Making flan may seem intimidating at first but it’s just as easy as making a pie. There’s a base, a filling, and a simple to[…]-READ-MORE>
The Bendalas that Bind
Long before Madonna, Demi Moore, Britney Spears and the rest of (not Jewish) Hollywood were sporting red Kabbalah bracelets, my kitchen cabinets, purses, closets, drawers, children’s rooms, and just about anything that could open […]-READ-MORE>
Roast Chicken in a Hurry
Every Jewish cook needs to be able to make roast chicken in a hurry and this recipe fits the bill. This is the chicken dish you want for Shabbat, company, or even weeknight dinners when you just want to put the bird in the oven an[…]-READ-MORE>
Sweet Potato Balls
The Backstory: Whenever I make this side dish, I am reminded of the Jewish holidays. In the early years of my life, my mom always had sweet potatoes as a side dish for every special occasion. Truth be told, the sweet potatoes mo[…]-READ-MORE>
Back to Baseline
It comes over us in an instant and almost always on a Saturday night when our children are with their other parents (keep reading): my husband and I will be standing in the kitchen, futzing around looking for something for dinner,[…]-READ-MORE>
Schmaltz and Grebenes
This recipe for schmaltz and grebenes will give you a taste of the past (for those who remember!)
The Backstory:Â This is definitely a Jewish thing. Â And what you might call an acquired taste. Mention it to someone who is not […]-READ-MORE>
Chicken with Apricot Sauce – Healthy Option
Chicken with apricot sauce is a perfect blend of sweet and sour and a delicious alternative to beef for a holiday feast.
The Backstory:Â This is one of my go-to recipes for just about any Jewish holiday as it’s always a crowd p[…]-READ-MORE>
Stewed Plums
Our tried and true recipe for stewed plums delivers a sweet and slightly tart, classic dessert that will remind you of your Bubbie’s kitchen.
Backstory:Â One of my earliest childhood memories is of my grandmother spooning dark […]-READ-MORE>
Fruit Compote
Juicy fruit compote is the easiest way to showcase ripe fruit or use fruit that’s about to turn overripe. Add a dollop of fresh whipped cream and enjoy!
The Backstory:Â Fruit Compote is one of the easiest dishes to put together[…]-READ-MORE>
Stuffed Peppers
The Backstory:Â Stuffed peppers is one of those dishes that can be served in a variety of settings. Serve it for lunch or dinner with crusty bread (to mop up the delicious sauce). Stuffed Peppers also looks beautiful on a buffet t[…]-READ-MORE>
Smoked Salmon Omelette
Jazz up brunch with a smoked salmon omelette for an elegant twist on eggs. This delicious meal cooks in ten minutes and also makes a fabulous light dinner.
The Backstory:Â This delicious smoked salmon omelette is a perfect way […]-READ-MORE>
Fried Kreplach
Fried kreplach are crispy, delicious, and completely addictive! Â Consider these Jewish pot stickers…you won’t be able to stop at one!
The Backstory:Â Everyone knows kreplach as those delicious soft dumplings that can be foun[…]-READ-MORE>
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