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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>
Honey Cake
Honey and fall spices are delicious. Don’t forget the coffee and cinnamon ice cream.
The Backstory:Â Honey Cake is a traditional dessert that is served at Rosh Hashanah to symbolize the promise and hope for a sweet new year. Th[…]-READ-MORE>
Phyllis’s Spinach Pie
Phyllis’s Spinach Pie is one of our top-rated recipes and the ultimate comfort food. This decadent dish is a perfect side or lunch with a salad. Double the recipe and make two (freeze one!)
The Backstory: My mother-in-law is re[…]-READ-MORE>
Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy
Comfort food at its finest–don’t forget the mashed potatoes!
The Backstory:Â This recipe is comfort food as its best. The meatloaf itself is juicy and flavorful, but the gravy is just out of this world. Two surprise ingredient[…]-READ-MORE>
Perfect Sweet Potato Latkes
This no-fail recipe for perfect sweet potatoes turn out crisp and delicious latkes every time. Make sure to make a double batch–they are addicting!
The Backstory:Â Our perfect sweet potato latkes (or latkas, if you are an East[…]-READ-MORE>
Bechamel Sauce
The fancy name for the basic white sauce is Bechamel Sauce. Â Bechamel is considered one of the base French sauces upon which other sauces are built, such as Mornay Sauce and Mustard Sauce. Think of it as a great foundation for so[…]-READ-MORE>
Fried Chicken
The Backstory:Â I first had fried chicken in 1965. Even though we were in Western Pa. this was Southern Fried Chicken at it’s best. My hubby and I were traveling back to New York from Chicago. It was Easter Sunday and late at nigh[…]-READ-MORE>
Eggs, Lox, and Onions
Eggs, lox, and onions is a delicious Jewish breakfast classic that’s easy to make at home. Don’t forget the bagels!
Backstory:Â This simple recipe for Eggs, Lox and Onions is one of my most beloved, because it reminds me of my […]-READ-MORE>
Old-Fashioned White Bread
Our homemade, old-fashioned white bread is a far cry from packaged white bread. It is so good, you’ll want to bake up two loaves and freeze an extra one.
The Backstory:Â What can I say about this classic old-fashioned white bre[…]-READ-MORE>
Whole Roasted Chicken
The Backstory:Â Chicken can be found in practically every culture and cuisine throughout the world, and in Jewish culture, chicken plays a special role in so many of our observances, menus, and customs. From our beautiful and maje[…]-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>
Nutty Cream Cheese Balls
Nutty cream cheese balls are a decadent, make-ahead party app that’s creamy, crunchy, and perfect every time.
Backstory:Â This fast and easy recipe is another one that I borrowed from a friend. If any of my friends are reading […]-READ-MORE>
