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Fried Fish Sandwich
The Backstory: I have eaten fried fish sandwiches all my life.  I’ve had it at fast food restaurants, in a posh  hotel (that shall remain nameless), but the best place I ever had this type of sandwich was at a roadside place c[…]-READ-MORE>
Ricky’s Sweet and Tangy Beef Brisket
The Backstory:Â My cousin Rhonda, who resides in Canada, gave me this recipe. Â It is from her sister, Ricky. The story of my Canadian relatives go back for decades. Â My grandfather and Ricky’s grandmother were brother and sister[…]-READ-MORE>
Hearty Beef Stew
The Backstory:Â This hearty stew always brings me back to living in New York in the bleak, cold winters months. This easy to make dish, with the broth surrounding the beef and the veggies with their savory seasonings is a delight […]-READ-MORE>
Spaghetti and Meatballs
It might not be Jewish food, but who doesn’t love this classic dish?
The Backstory:Â One of the first things I learned to cook after I was married was tomato sauce. I had never cooked Italian food so I had to get detailed infor[…]-READ-MORE>
Chicken Parmigiana
The Backstory:Â Picture this: it is 1956. I am 15 years old and sitting opposite from me, is my 18-year-old boyfriend (who later became my husband of 53 years, but that’s another story). Â We have been dating for about 2 months. Â[…]-READ-MORE>
Salmon in a Pouch
My son made this for me a few years ago. It is absolutely delicious–light, flaky and perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. I find that this method of preparing Salmon has become my favorite way of indulging in this delicio[…]-READ-MORE>
Glazed Beef Brisket – Healthy Options
Our healthy-version recipe for glazed beef brisket is fork tender, juicy, and a perfect Shabbat or holiday main dish.
The Backstory:Â What would our Jewish holidays be without our beloved glazed beef brisket? Can you even imagi[…]-READ-MORE>
Chicken Divan
The Backstory:Â Recently I visited my cousin Clare. Among the many recipes she gave me one was for Chicken Divan. Â I love this woman. She is funny, smart and at times, well, don’t get her ire going. Â She stands maybe 5 feet tall[…]-READ-MORE>
Kosher Standing Rib Roast
The Backstory:Â I had never cooked a good, or for that matter, a standard roast beef that was edible. It was either too well done or under cooked. Â When it was over cooked I would tell my hubby “let’s have something light” for di[…]-READ-MORE>
Creamy Chicken with Asparagus
Creamy chicken with asparagus is one of our top picks for company–it’s delicious, makes a gorgeous presentation, and everyone asks for the recipe!
The Backstory:Â This is another recipe from my girlfriend, Annette and after ma[…]-READ-MORE>
Swiss, Spinach and Mushroom Quiche
Delicious Swiss and sauteed veggies flavor this lovely lunch, brunch or dinner quiche.
The Backstory:Â I’ve had a love affair with quiche for as long as I can remember. I adore quiche. Adore it. And what’s not to love? Deliciou[…]-READ-MORE>
Pasta with Tomatoes and Feta
Pasta with tomatoes and feta is a fresh, hearty, zesty lunch or dinner. Served hot, cold, or at room temp, it cooks quickly and is always a fan favorite.
The Backstory:Â Once again my friend Lorraine came thru with a classic pa[…]-READ-MORE>
