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Baked Eggplant Sandwiches
Italian-inspired eggplant dish. Eggplant with provolone and sun dried tomatoes, coated and baked crispy golden. Low carb and gluten free options. Read More
Roasted Portobellos & Asparagus with Goat Cheese Sauce
Simple vegetarian entree or side dish recipe with roasted asparagus, portobello mushrooms, creamy goat cheese sauce and pine nuts. Kosher, Dairy Read More
Greek Yogurt Apple Streusel Cake
Greek Yogurt Apple Streusel Cake, a simple, moist loaf cake with lots of cinnamon, a sweet, nutty streusel topping, and a pretty white icing glaze. Read More
Nova Lox Benedict
Learn to make kosher eggs benedict with smoked salmon Nova lox, poached eggs, and homemade lemony hollandaise sauce. Breakfast, brunch, brinner Read More
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Avocado Cilantro Hummus
Learn to make creamy Avocado Cilantro Hummus from Gaby Dalkin’s new cookbook “Absolutely Avocados.” Great alternative to guacamole. Read More
Green Bean Pepper Salad
Enticing vegan salad with lightly steamed green beans, roasted red bell pepper, whole grain mustard, olive oil and white balsamic vinegar. Read More
“The Greenie” Green Smoothie
A nutritious, yummy smoothie tonic made with kale or spinach, apple, pear, grapes, fresh mint, lime juice and cinnamon. Healthy, vegan, kosher. Read More
Faux Nutella Matzo Sandwiches
This simple nut-free Nutella recipe from Weelicious is great for kids with nut allergies or nut-free schools. Kosher for Sephardic Passover. Read More
Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage and Pine Nuts
Kosher for Passover roasted butternut squash tossed with sauteed garlic, sage and pine nuts. The perfect side dish for your Passover seder. Read More
Whole Orange Sephardic Charoset
A unique Kosher for Passover charoset featuring the bitter sweetness of a whole orange, peel and all! Serve with matzo at your seder. Read More
Richard Simmons’ Beet Bowl Salad
An interview with Richard Simmons and his healthy, creative recipe for Beet Bowl Salad. Easy vegan modification. Read More
Sweet Citrus Rosemary Medley
A light dessert made from oranges, sweet rosemary syrup, pistachios and dates. Easy make-ahead dessert. Vegan, gluten free, Kosher for Passover Read More
Roasted Asparagus, Avocado and Arugula Salad
Elegant spring salad recipe. Roasted asparagus, toasted pine nuts, avocado, arugula & sweet citrus dressing. Easy vegan sub, kosher for Passover. Read More
Smoked Paprika Roasted Potatoes
Recipe for Smoked Paprika Roasted Potatoes – easy oven roasting method with olive oil, garlic and spices. Healthy, vegan, gluten free side dish. Read More
Vanilla Lemon Drop Cocktail
Use homemade infused vanilla vodka in this sweet and creamy-flavored cocktail, similar to a lemon drop with a sweet vanilla essence. Kosher. Read More
Creamy Broccoli Tahini Soup
This healthy vegan broccoli soup is blended with tahini paste and potato, fresh dill and spices for a creamy texture and no dairy. Kosher Read More
Blood Orange and Rosemary Cocktail – The Bloody Rose
A blood orange and rosemary cocktail- subtly sweet made with fresh blood orange juice, vodka, rosemary infused simple syrup, and soda. Kosher. Read More
Shortcut Mojito
Use mint herb infused simple syrup to make this easy mojito, no muddling required. Mint. lime, club soda, fresh mint. Vegan, Kosher. Read More
How to Make Herb Infused Simple Syrups
Tutorial for how to make herb infused simple syrups. Learn uses for herbal simple syrups and recipes for basil, mint, rosemary, thyme syrup and more. Read More
How to Infuse Vodka with Flavor
Use ingredients like vanilla, citrus, fruit, herbs and peppers to infuse vodka with flavor naturally. Very easy step-by-step process with photos. Homemade. Read More
Roasted Beet and Red Onion Salad
Simple Morrocan-style mezze salad with roasted red beets, red onion, cumin and olive oil. Healthy, pareve, vegan, kosher for Passover. Read More
Sephardic Salsa
Recipe for Sephardic Salsa, a simple Middle Eastern salad with tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, jalapeños and lemon juice. Kosher, Pareve, Passover Read More
Broccoli Pesto Pasta
This simple recipe is made with pasta, pesto, and steamed broccoli. Healthy meal in under 20 minutes. Dairy, Vegan, Gluten Free options. Kosher Read More
Homemade Holiday Hot Cocoa Pouches
Learn to make hot chocolate packets for the holidays, includes homemade hot cocoa powder recipe and free printable. Homemade gift, affordable craft Read More
Kale and Roasted Beet Salad with Maple Balsamic Dressing
This healthy wintery salad recipe has a vegan option. Massaged kale, roasted beets, candied maple pecans, and optional feta or goat cheese. Read More
Thanksgiving Cider Sangria
A seasonal Thanksgiving holiday sangria with apple cider, red wine, harvest fruits and spices. Crisp, cold and delicious. Read More
How to Make Candied Lemon Peels
Learn how to candy lemon peels with this step-by-step photo tutorial. Easy candy recipe, only 2 ingredients required. Read More
Dairy-Free Saffron Scalloped Potatoes
Delicious dairy-free scalloped potato recipe with creamy, savory coconut milk sauce, saffron, garlic, cayenne. Vegan, kosher, dairy free. Read More
Maple Butternut Squash Puree
Recipe for Dairy Free Maple Roasted Butternut Squash Puree with coconut milk, maple syrup, cinnamon and spices. Vegan, kosher, healthy, gluten free. Read More
Quinoa Mujadara
Quinoa Mujadara with Lentils and Caramelized Onions – Middle Eastern comfort food with a twist. Healthy, vegan, gluten free. Read More
Kale, Pear and Cranberry Salad
Massaged kale salad with olive oil, lemon juice, pears, dried cranberries, and pine nuts. Kosher, pareve, vegetarian, healthy, superfood. Read More
Slow Cooker Lentil Cauliflower Stew
A recipe for Slow Cooker Lentil Cauliflower Stew and a giveaway – The Weelicious Cookbook by Catherine McCord. Vegan, Gluten Free, Pareve. Read More
Autumn Sweet Potato Soup
Warm and creamy autumn soup can be made vegan and gluten free. Yams, zucchini, tomatoes, spices, peanut butter. Autumn, Sukkot, kosher. Read More
Claudia Roden’s Riz au Saffran – Saffron Rice
Interview with culinary anthropologist and cookbook author Claudia Roden, and her recipe for Riz au Saffran – Saffron Rice with Raisins & Almonds Read More
Norene Gilletz’s Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup
An Interview with Norene Gilletz, author of The Food Processor Bible, and her recipe for Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup. Vegan, Gluten Free, Pareve Read More
Peach Sangria
Learn to make sangria with peaches, the perfect cold refreshing party drink for summer. Read More
Zucchini Corn Sauté
This Zucchini Corn Sauté with olive oil, garlic, & fresh dill has 6 simple ingredients & can be made in 20 minutes. Vegan Kosher Pareve Healthy Read More
Smoky Guacamole
Make traditional Mexican guacamole from scratch with ripe avocado, fresh lime juice, and smoked paprika for a subtle smoky flavor. Kosher, Vegan Read More
Heirloom Tomato Salsa Fresca
Tori shares the history of heirloom vegetables & fruits, and a recipe for Heirloom Tomato Salsa Fresca, on the official Williams-Sonoma blog. Read More
Limonana – Frozen Mint Lemonade
Recipe for a simple, sweet, refreshing Middle Eastern slushy drink with lemon and mint. Takes 5 minutes to make. Easy, vegan, kosher, pareve. Read More
Italian Roasted Cauliflower Salad
Roasted cauliflower salad from Calabria, Italy with olives, capers, chili peppers, parsley and olive oil. Healthy, gluten free, vegan, pareve Read More
Italian Vegetable Quinoa Bowls
Easy meatless meal with eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes & fresh basil. Inspired by ciambotta, a stew from Southern Italy. Vegan or vegetarian, Kosher. Read More
Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Learn to make beautiful chocolate dipped strawberries in this easy tutorial. Makes a beautiful and delicious homemade gift. Dairy or Pareve. Read More
Watermelon Mojito Pops
Frozen Watermelon Mojito Pops – slices of watermelon soaked in a mojito cocktail mixture, then frozen. A simple grown up boozy summer popsicle! Read More
Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls
Cilantro lime quinoa with simmered black beans, lettuce & your choice of toppings. Lunch, dinner, easy, healthy, gluten free, vegan or vegetarian Read More
Vegetable Matzo Pie
Learn to make an authentic Italian Vegetable Matzo Pie for Passover. Meat – Vegan, Pareve, or Vegetarian with Modification. Kosher for Passover Read More
Bitter Herb Cocktail
A cocktail for Passover created by Greg at SippitySup.com for The Shiksa’s Passover Potluck! Beverage, drink, L’chaim! Read More
Beetroot & Maitake Stew with Turmeric Quinoa
A vegan stew recipe for Passover featuring beets, Maitake mushrooms, and quinoa with turmeric. Pareve, vegetarian, kosher for Pesach. Read More
Imam Bayıldı – Roasted Stuffed Eggplant
Learn to make Turkish Imam Bayildi – Imam Fainted. Eggplant stuffed with onions, garlic and peppers in sauce. Pareve, Vegan, Kosher for Passover. Read More
Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie
Learn to make flavorful Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie. Easy vegan modifications. Gluten free, kosher, healthy, pareve or dairy. Read More
Garden Vegetable Medley
Vegetarian or vegan recipe featuring zucchini, beans, tomatoes, onion, garlic, herbs and rice. Complete protein, one pot meal. Pareve or Dairy Read More
Persian Dill and Lima Bean Rice
Recipe for Persian Dill and Lima Bean Basmati Rice with crispy tahdig. Kosher, Pareve, Healthy, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Dairy Free. Read More
Israeli Salad with Pickles and Mint
Learn the history of Israeli salad and try my recipe, inspired by News Cafe Miami, with pickles and mint. Kosher, Vegan, Gluten Free, Healthy. Read More
Butter Bean Soup
Butter Bean Soup with butter beans (aka mature lima beans), carrots, celery, and fresh dill in a flavorful vegan broth. Healthy, kosher, pareve. Read More
Potato Bhajee
Vintage kosher Jewish Indian recipe for Potato Bhajee from a 1922 cookbook called the Jewish Cookery Book. Pareve. Read More
Smoky Roasted Cauliflower
How to roast cauliflower with smoked paprika, olive oil, and salt. Easy, tasty recipe. Healthy, gluten free, dairy free, vegan, kosher, pareve. Read More
Sweet and Sour Eggplant
A simple Chinese-inspired recipe: Sweet and Sour Eggplant with red peppers. Vegan, healthy, gluten free, dairy free, kosher, pareve. Read More
Harvest Fruit Puree
Delightful fruit puree blend of apples, pears, and cranberries. A tasty and colorful alternative to applesauce; pairs well with savory dishes. Read More
Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves
Learn to make vegetarian stuffed grape leaves, also known as dolmades, with rice, pine nuts, dill, mint, and lemon. Kosher, pareve, gluten free. Read More
Autumn Sweet Potato Soup
This Autumn Sweet Potato Soup recipe is a really unique African-inspired seasonal soup with a special ingredient that adds a ton of flavor. Read More
Rejuvenating Coconut Water Smoothie
This creamy coconut water smoothie will rejuvenate and rehydrate after the fast. Strawberries, bananas, coconut milk. Dairy free, gluten free. Read More
Rosh Hashanah Sangria
A pomegranate sangria recipe for Rosh Hashanah. A sweet, symbolic cocktail drink with red wine, pomegranate juice, apple, grapes and honey. Read More
Saffron Rice
Learn to make perfectly fluffy Saffron Rice, a beautiful and savory side dish with saffron spice, onions and broth. Gluten free, Kosher Read More
Pomegranate Molasses
How to make pomegranate molasses, also known as pomegranate syrup. Use syrup as a sauce, marinade, dressing, or a sweet and tart dessert topping. Read More
Watermelon Lime Chiller
This cool and refreshing drink is made with fresh watermelon, lime juice, sugar and rum. Can be made with alcohol or without. Kosher, Pareve. Read More
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
A lemony Middle Eastern tabbouleh salad with made with healthy gluten free quinoa, fresh parsley and mint. Pareve, Kosher for Passover. Read More
Marinated Heirloom Tomato Salad
A simple heirloom tomato salad dressed with fresh basil, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, sugar and tabasco. Kosher, Pareve, Vegan, Gluten Free. Read More
Crunchy Pickled Salad
A delightful pickle-flavored salad with cucumbers, cabbage, radish and fresh dill. Cold, crunchy, refreshing, perfect for summer. Kosher, Pareve. Read More
Classic Baba Ghanoush
Learn to make classic baba ghanoush dip with smoky roasted eggplant, tahini, garlic, lemon, olive oil and spices. Kosher, Pareve, Gluten Free. Read More
How to Roast Eggplant
Learn the best methods for roasting a whole eggplant on a gas range, grill, or in the oven. Results in a smoky, tender eggplant full of flavor. Read More
Fresh Basil Pesto
Learn the origins of healthy Italian basil pesto sauce. Includes two recipes for pesto, traditional and dairy-free. Kosher for Passover, Pareve. Read More
Oven Roasted Root Vegetables
Healthy and delicious Oven Roasted Root Vegetables. Easy and colorful vegetable side dish. Vegan, pareve, gluten free, kosher for Passover. Read More
Yukon Gold Garlic Rosemary Mash
Learn to make delicious garlic mashed potatoes scented with fresh rosemary. Dairy or Pareve, Kosher for Passover. Read More
Kosher Cocktails for Purim
A list of kosher cocktails for Purim, including recipes for Kosher Cosmo, Purim Pucker, Pomegranate Martini, non-alcoholic punch for kids & more. Read More
The Kosher Cosmo
Classic cranberry cosmopolitan martini made with kosher mixers. This sophisticated cosmo martini is always a crowd pleaser. Read More
Hawayej Spice Blend
How to make hawayej spice blend from scratch using whole spices and seeds, then Read More
Mushroom Barley Soup
Mushroom Barley Soup – robust and flavorful deli-style soup. Chicken or vegetarian broth. Kosher, Jewish, healthy, comfort food, deli. Read More
Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant
Recipe for Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant. Vegan, pareve, gluten free, all natural. Read More
Classic Hummus
Learn to make traditional Middle Eastern hummus dip with perfectly balanced flavors, much cheaper than store-bought hummus. Kosher, Pareve. Read More
How to Roast Garlic
Learn a simple method for oven-roasting garlic. Makes milder, sweeter, caramelized garlic cloves that add flavor and depth to your recipes. Read More
Vegan Butternut Squash and Chickpea Soup
Low fat, low calorie vegan soup with butternut squash, chickpeas, spinach, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon and cayenne. Kosher, Middle Eastern, Pareve Read More











