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Holiday Apricot Chicken

Tender chicken, dried apricots, and a tangy sweet glaze bake to perfection to make holiday apricot chicken a sweet and savory showstopper dish.

The Backstory: What would any holiday or Shabbat dinner be without a roasted chick[…]
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Lemon Almond Sponge Cake

This deliciously moist lemon almond sponge cake is perfect for Passover or anytime you want a light, flavorful ending to a delicious meal.

The Backstory: In my opinion, sponge cake has taken a bad rap. I’m not sure if it’s jus[…]
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These gorgeous tart, creamy, and delicious two-bite mini lemon cheesecake tarts are absolutely addicting! The combination of cheesecake and lemon is as close to confection heaven as it gets and these are just beautiful topped with[…]
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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: As you probably know by now, I have a love for all baked good[…]
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Dairy Noodle Pudding

The Backstory: 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[…]
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Lemon Loaf

The Backstory: In the sixth grade, I took a home economics class where I learned to set a table for four and to cook three things: cinnamon toast, grilled cheese, and chocolate chip cookies. Not such a bad class for a 12-year-old[…]
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Grilled Pineapple

Sweet. juicy grilled pineapple is the perfect ending to a summer meal. It stands on its own or rises to perfection with a dollop of ice cream or sorbet.

The Backstory: Grilled Pineapple is just about one of the most delectable[…]
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Salad with Fruit, Nuts and Cheese

Salad with fruit, nuts and cheese, is bursting with textures and the perfect mix of savory and sweet flavors for a fabulous lunch or first course.

The Backstory:This is my kind of salad, I love fruit, nuts and cheese and when a[…]
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Salmon Souffle

The Backstory: Growing up in a predominately Jewish neighborhood there were many things that were considered normal, to me. One of them was to never eat any kind of tuna fish out side of our home. Being the type of kid I was,[…]
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