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Kosher Holiday Brisket
This classic brisket is my-go holiday brisket for just about every holiday gathering. The meat is fork tender (it literally shreds) and the sauce is tangy, savory and slightly sweet.
The Backstory:Â A few fiances ago (that soun[…]-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>
Cucumber, Onion, and Dill Salad
Cucumber, onion, and dill salad is tart, crisp, and fresh, just like it came right from your favorite New York appetizing counter.
The Backstory:Â Whenever I have leftover cucumbers, I make cucumber, onion,and dill salad. Â I a[…]-READ-MORE>
Bris/Baby Naming Buffet Menu
Is there anything more joyful than gathering with family and friends to celebrate your child’s bris or baby naming? Everything seems possible and the mood is light and typically more casual than a formal holiday dinner. I like to […]-READ-MORE>
Spiced Pumpkin Bread
Our spiced pumpkin bread is a dense, moist loaf that’s loaded with warm fall flavors. Perfect as a snack with coffee or tea or tucked in a lunch bag.
The Backstory:Â As you probably know by now, I have a love for all baked good[…]-READ-MORE>
Vegetable Lasagna
Our vegetable lasagna is the perfect, one-pan meal for weeknights, Shabbat, or feeding a crowd. Make a second pan to freeze for later on!
The Backstory:Â Pasta is one of those dishes that is loved by almost everyone I know. Â W[…]-READ-MORE>
Carrot and Hummus Roll Ups
Carrot and Hummus Roll Ups are savory, delicious bites that are perfect make-ahead appetizers for parties and holidays.
The Backstory:Â Carrot and Hummus Rolls are a delicious light bite and finger food that are perfect as a pa[…]-READ-MORE>
Traditional Cholent
Start this slow-cooking, traditional cholent stew the night before Shabbat for a delicious, cook-free Friday night.
The Backstory:Â Traditional cholent is a savory, fork-tender stew that dates back thousands of years. It was ap[…]-READ-MORE>
Bearnaise Sauce
The Backstory: This delicious sauce is one of the great French sauces that is actually a derivative of another French sauce: Hollandaise.  Bearnaise uses slightly different ingredients than Hollandaise and although both may see[…]-READ-MORE>
Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Spirals – Healthy Option
Smoked salmon and cream cheese spirals are a savory and creamy make-ahead appetizer that everyone loves–make extra because these go fast!
The Backstory:Â What’s a party without the smoked salmon? These delicious two-bite noshe[…]-READ-MORE>
Light Granola Bars – Healthy Option
You’ll never go back to store-bought after you make a batch of our chewy, fruity, wholesome, light granola bars. They’re positively addicting!
The Backstory:Â These delicious granola bars are the perfect pick-me-up when you’re […]-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>
