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Brisket Sandwich
The Backstory: Brisket is something that I have eaten many times (and loved each and every time). Sure, I’ve had it on a plate and on a sandwich as a nosh. But the first time I had this sandwich, I could not believe what I had  […]-READ-MORE>
Chopped Pickled Herring
Jazz up store-bought chopped pickled herring with this simple recipe in just a few minutes for a delicious side or lunch.
The Backstory:Â I am sure chopped pickled herring has been around since man first walked the earth, found[…]-READ-MORE>
Old-Fashioned Jelly Doughnuts
Our old-fashioned jelly doughnuts are puffy, golden, and bursting with sweet jelly, just like the sufganiyot of your childhood.
The Backstory:Â What would Chanukah be without our beloved old-fashioned jelly doughnuts? I can viv[…]-READ-MORE>
Kosher Bruschetta
Kosher Bruschetta has all the gooey, cheesy, flavorful zing of Italian Bruschetta, and this recipe can be made in ten minutes or less!
The Backstory:Â Even though we may think of Kosher Bruschetta as a misnomer, after all, Brus[…]-READ-MORE>
Carrot and Raisin Salad
The Backstory: Another one of those classic buffet and party salads, comes the sweet and crunchy Carrot and Raisin Salad. Why didn’t I appreciate this masterpiece all those years ago when it showed up at nearly every family bris[…]-READ-MORE>
Lamb Chops
The Backstory:Â Lamb chops are one of my favorite meats. I don’t know of anyone who would disagree with me. Â Except my husband. You see, he was raised on baby lamb chops. Â That is the one food he asked me to never cook. Â He co[…]-READ-MORE>
Homemade Whole Wheat Bread
Homemade whole wheat bread is earthy, nutritious, and delicious, and these loaves smell oh so good while baking.
The Backstory:Â Whenever I think of wheat bread, I am reminded of my endless dieting days. Â We gals often think o[…]-READ-MORE>
London Broil
The Backstory:Â When I was cooking for my family of four, I would often turn to this meat as a safe dish to make. Â It’s easy and was always a wiinner. My family enjoyed it and so did whomever was at my table when I barbecued it. […]-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>
Grandma’s Corn Muffins
Grandma’s corn muffins are sweet, golden, and crumbly and just about everything you want a corn muffin to be. Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.
The Backstory:Â I love, love, love freshly-baked corn muffins. That is, I lov[…]-READ-MORE>
Dairy Noodle Pudding
The Backstory:Â I have had this recipe for so long (ages) that I can’t even remember who gave it to me. If any of my friends are reading this and thinking, “Myrna, I gave it to you,” I thank you and here is your shot at fame. More[…]-READ-MORE>
Cabbage Soup with Flanken
Our cabbage soup with flanken recipe turns out a classic, slow-simmering soup with tender beef that simply shreds in the tangy broth.
The Backstory:Â I well remember my mother making cabbage soup with flanken. Â Usually she use[…]-READ-MORE>
