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Tabbouleh Salad
The Backstory:Â This delicious, fresh salad originated in the Middle East and has become a popular and welcome staple in many supermarkets and homes in the U.S. and around the world. Â When people migrated to other countries, thei[…]-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>
Stove Top Pot Roast
The Backstory:Â This recipe is something I concocted. I have been doing the stove top version for as long as I could remember. I also am using the same deep, heavy aluminum skillet that my grandmother gave me. It is safe to say I […]-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>
Kosher Stuffed Shells
The Backstory:Â It’s funny how just about every culture and cuisine has some type (or numerous types) of filled pasta. From kreplach to ravioli to pierogis to shumai and dumplings, people around the world seem to love their noodle[…]-READ-MORE>
Old Fashioned Hearty Borscht
The Backstory:Â When I think of borscht, I immediately picture my grandfather slurping up spoonfuls of this deep magenta soup, oblivious to the sounds of his own enjoyment, and smacking his lips with a satisfied “aahh” every few s[…]-READ-MORE>
Fried Fish Sandwich
The Backstory: I have eaten fried fish sandwiches all my life.  I’ve had it at fast food restaurants, in a posh  hotel (that shall remain nameless), but the best place I ever had this type of sandwich was at a roadside place c[…]-READ-MORE>
Decadent Cheese Danish
Who doesn’t love a good cheese Danish? Now you can make them at home.
The Backstory:Â Oh, how my father loved a good cheese danish. The sweeter, the better. The more icing, the better. The fresher and more able to pull apart (t[…]-READ-MORE>
Kosher Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms
Cheesy, crumbly, and savory, Kosher cheesy stuffed mushrooms are the perfect two-bite finger foods for your next get together.
The Backstory:Â These savory appetizers are the perfect party starter for just about any occasion. T[…]-READ-MORE>
Almond Crusted Fish – Healthy Option
Almond crusted fish is a nutty, delicious way to jazz up white fish and give it a nutty, tasty, surprise. This is a perfect Shabbat or company dish.
The Backstory:Â With all the delicious and savory ways there are to prepare wh[…]-READ-MORE>
Stewed Plums
Our tried and true recipe for stewed plums delivers a sweet and slightly tart, classic dessert that will remind you of your Bubbie’s kitchen.
Backstory:Â One of my earliest childhood memories is of my grandmother spooning dark […]-READ-MORE>
Sweet Potato Supreme
The Backstory:Â What would Thanksgiving be without its magnificent side dishes? Some years, I think I’d rather eat a plateful of side dishes than the big bird itself, and I’m the one who usually cooks our turkey. Go figure! More o[…]-READ-MORE>
