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Nana’s Chocolate Cake with Fudge Frosting

If you need a perfect chocolate cake, look no further than Nana’s chocolate cake with fudge frosting. This is the one you’ve been waiting for.

The Backstory: Until I was almost seven years old, my cousin Hara and I lived side […]
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The Backstory: First, I promise that this is a true story. When I asked my mother for her chicken soup recipe, she said: “I’ll have to measure and get back to you.” I said, “How is that possible? You’ve been making this soup for[…]
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Mini Sweet & Sour Meatball Appetizers

Mini sweet and sour meatballs are tangy, delicious, and perfect for parties, game night, or holiday get-togethers. The sauce is truly addicting.

The Backstory: This recipe is by far, one of the most special of all the recipes […]
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Blueberry Crumb Muffins

These are just about the best blueberry crumb muffins we’ve ever come across. The muffins are moist, sweet, and absolutely delicious. AND. OH. THAT. TOPPING. TO DIE FOR!

The Backstory: I am a lover of all baked goods (no surpr[…]
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Classic Baked Apples – Healthy Option

Nutmeg, cinnamon and brown sugar infuse these classic baked apples and the results are just delicious.

The Backstory: There’s just something about baked apples that evokes memories of childhood, grandparents, and the warm, swe[…]
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Au Gratin Potatoes

The Backstory: From the first moment I set foot in Paris in the winter of 1997, I loved it the way everyone who falls in love with the City of Love (and Light) falls in love. Deeply, madly, insanely. More of the Backstory after t[…]
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Swedish Meatballs

Savory Swedish meatballs are served at so many Jewish simchas, you’d think we invented them! Our 20-minute recipe will have you turning them out like a pro.

The Backstory: Swedish meatballs are one of the world’s most popular […]
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Cream Cheese Frosting

A foolproof, go-to recipe for cakes and cupcakes-it never fails!

The Backstory: Baking is by far, my favorite thing to do in the kitchen. It might have something to do with growing up in my dad’s bagel bakery, surrounded by ca[…]
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Aunt Sandy’s Chocolate Chip Mandel Bread

My Aunt Sandy’s chocolate chip mandel bread is a true classic. This delicious biscotti-like cookie combines the very best of traditional Jewish baking with everyone’s favorite cookie for a no-fail dessert that’s perfect with coffe[…]
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