Celebrating Modern Jewish Living Through Food, Tradition, and Family
The Backstory:Â Roasted chicken with apricots is a Jewish fan favorite that often graces our Shabbat table as well as our Seder gatherings. My mother made this recipe for years, as have many of my friends and relatives, but cookin[…]-READ-MORE>
Stuffed artichokes are a savory, filling, and elegant side dish and perfect for the vegetarian foodies at your table.
The Backstory:Â I’ve only eaten artichokes a few times. A variation of recipes have been in my files for deca[…]-READ-MORE>
An oldie but goodie that’s as creamy and delicious as ever.
The Backstory:Â This is a short, easy recipe with few ingredients. But it’s different from regular egg salad. The story for this, however, is long. Â I am going way ba[…]-READ-MORE>
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:Â My mother-in-law is r[…]-READ-MORE>
Come Friday, no matter what I’m doing (teaching at Boston University, shuffling kids to and from school), the other half of my brain is thinking about Shabbat. In between work and school drop off and pick up, I’m trying to figure […]-READ-MORE>
Sauteed yellow squash and zucchini is sweet, tender, and just about the perfect side dish.
The Backstory: This fast and easy recipe is something that I’ve whipped up many times whenever squash and zucchini are in season. Iâ€[…]-READ-MORE>
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[…]-READ-MORE>
This classic tuna salad sandwich is flavorful and satisfying every time, which is why it’s still as popular as ever.
The Backstory:Â A can of Bumble Bee Tuna has always been a staple in my home. Â It is a go-to food when I want[…]-READ-MORE>
Your favorite holiday meal, only lighter and a healthier (but just as juicy!)
The Backstory:Â Who doesn’t love a moist, tender brisket at the holidays? No one, I know! Well now you can have your delicious brisket and not feel g[…]-READ-MORE>
Broccoli cheddar soup in a bread bowl is as decadent as you can get, and this easy recipe is Kosher and can be made ahead! YUM!.
The Backstory:Â I have had bread bowl soups a couple of times in restaurants and particularly when[…]-READ-MORE>
Up until I got married (ok, marriage 2.0, fine), my relationship with my KitchenAid standing mixer may have been one of the more significant and certainly the most satisfying relationships I’ve had as an adult. I know this may sou[…]-READ-MORE>
Jazz up brunch with a smoked salmon omelette for an elegant twist on eggs. This delicious meal cooks in ten minutes and also makes a fabulous light dinner.
The Backstory:Â This delicious smoked salmon omelette is a perfect way […]-READ-MORE>
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