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Vegetable Soup
The Backstory:Â My family always loved soup. Â It’s just one of those comfort foods, like stew, meat loaf and roasted chicken that always warms the soul. Â I admit, it took me a long time to learn how to prepare soup so that they […]-READ-MORE>
Matzoh Brei
Matzoh Brei is everyone’s favorite Passover breakfast dish and it’s also perfect for lunch (and so easy to make).
The Backstory:Â I remember having Matzoh Brei as a young girl. Â My mom made this mostly on Passover. Â At a time[…]-READ-MORE>
Sauteed Yellow Squash and Zucchini
Sauteed yellow squash and zucchini is sweet, tender, and just about the perfect side dish.
The Backstory: This fast and easy recipe is something that I’ve whipped up many times whenever squash and zucchini are in season. Iâ€[…]-READ-MORE>
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pineapple and Marshmallows
The Backstory:Â Oh yes, you know this one: this is the retro sweet potato casserole that Bubbie or Grandma or some fabulous aunt of yours made every single Thanksgiving or Chanukah that had Maraschino cherries and pineapple rings […]-READ-MORE>
Poached Pears in Fruit Juice – Healthy Option
Poached pears in fruit juice is an elegant ending to any holiday or Shabbat meal and it takes only minutes to make.
The Backstory:Â This delicious dessert is a perfect choice for the High Holidays, a special occasion, or anytim[…]-READ-MORE>
All American Coleslaw
The Backstory:Â The coleslaw police (believe me, they’re out there) are divided into two camps: those who live for mayo and gobs of it and those who like their slaw on the savory side with vinegar dressing and not a dollop of mayo[…]-READ-MORE>
Sweet and Sour Cabbage Soup
Our updated take on sweet and sour cabbage soup will win you over! Sweet, tart, and absolutely delicious, it cooks up in 30 minutes and freezes beautifully.
The Backstory:Â For as long as I can remember, sweet and sour cabbage […]-READ-MORE>
Mom’s Potato Kugel
The Backstory: An age old question that Jews will ask when being served this dish “Is it kugel or is it pudding?” And everyone has  an opinion. It is called whatever you want it to be, depending on your age. If you come from a […]-READ-MORE>
Marinated Cucumber Salad – Healthy Option
Fresh, tangy, and perfect as a side to just about any meal, our marinated cucumber salad beats any store bought version and is light, healthy and refreshing.
The Backstory:Â You know all those pre-made salads and sides at your […]-READ-MORE>
Classic Potato Salad
The Backstory:Â I confess: I’m fussy when it comes to potato salad (and coleslaw for that matter). It’s a New York thing. I’ve grown up around delis and good Jewish soul food, and so I’m hard-pressed to give a thumb’s up to a dece[…]-READ-MORE>
Glazed Sweet Potatoes – Healthy Option
Our glazed sweet potatoes are little bites of heaven–tender, sweet, and just like Bubbie used to make. Serve them anytime–don’t wait for Thanksgiving!
The Backstory:Â What’s Thanksgiving dinner without luscious sweet potatoes[…]-READ-MORE>
Tossed Green Salad with Herb Vinaigrette – Healthy Option
For a refreshing and light first course, try our tossed green salad with herb vinaigrette. It’s zesty, fresh, and perfect with fish, chicken or steak.
The Backstory:Â This light and zesty tossed green salad with herb vinaigrett[…]-READ-MORE>
