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Gingersnap Cookies
Gingersnap cookies are pure chewiness on the inside and golden crispiness on the outside with spicy deliciousness all around!
The Backstory: I don’t know about you, but to me, gingersnaps (done right) are just about one of th[…]-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>
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>
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>
Banana Crepes with Dark Chocolate – Healthy Option
Banana crepes with dark chocolate are the dessert to make when you want to impress–and our version is low in calories and fat!
The Backstory:Â Every now and then I love to go all out and whip up a wow dish that’s a real showst[…]-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>
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>
Royal Icing
The only icing you’ll ever need for perfectly-decorated cookies.
The Backstory:Â This simple, three-ingredient recipe yields enough delicious icing to frost 2-3 dozen cookies. Icing can be applied to sugar cookies, brownies, ba[…]-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>
Puff Pastry Plum Tarts
These delicious tarts are so simple to make and they turn out the most delicious summer dessert. Puff Pastry Plum Tarts also work with apples, peaches, and berries and will become one of your favorite go-to desserts.
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Honey Mustard Glazed Fish – Healthy Option
Honey mustard glazed fish is flavorful and healthy dish that’s quick and easy to prepare during the week but impressive enough for company.
The Backstory:Â This tangy and delicious honey mustard glazed fish is fabulous preparatio[…]-READ-MORE>
Jodi’s Favorite Banana Bread with Crumb Topping
Roasted bananas are the secret ingredient that make this bread moist, sweet, and one of our top picks.
The Backstory:Â This is my all-time favorite banana bread recipe. I’m not even doing it justice by calling it banana bread. […]-READ-MORE>
