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Mushroom, Harissa and Goat Cheese Frittata
A delicious and healthy frittata with seared mushrooms, spicy harissa, garlic, fresh parsley and goat cheese. Easy light entree. Kosher, Dairy. Read More
Almond Ricotta Pound Cake with Berry Compote
A lovely springtime dessert – delicate almond-scented ricotta pound cake with strawberry rhubarb compote from Heather Christo’s Generous Table. Read More
Poppy Seed Pancakes
Easy recipe for Poppy Seed Pancakes made with Greek yogurt for added protein and flavor. Delicious and simple breakfast recipe. Kosher, Dairy. Read More
Marinated Fish Skewers
Grilled fish skewers marinated in Sephardic spices and herbs – cumin, paprika, turmeric, garlic, cayenne and cilantro with lemon juice. Kosher. Read More
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Aunt Pauline’s Missouri Cookies
Vintage family recipe for easy no-bake Missouri Cookies with oats, cocoa, butter, sugar, milk, and peanut butter. Read More
Cheese Latkes
Learn the history of latkes, dating back to 13th century Italy. Includes recipe for Italian-style ricotta cheese latkes. Kosher, dairy, Hanukkah. Read More
Potato Latkes
Learn to make crispy, flavorful Jewish potato latkes for Hanukkah with potato shreds, schmaltz or vegetable oil, onions, matzo meal. Kosher. Read More
How to Make Perfect Latkes Every Time
As those of you who read my recent article for BlogHer.com know, I celebrated my first Hanukkah eight years ago. This was back before I converted to Judaism when I was really and truly a shiksa (aka a non-Jewish woman). I had studied … Read More
Sweet Potato Coconut Chremslach
Thanksgiving is very close to the first night of Hanukkah this year, which means both holidays are simultaneously on my mind! Last week I came up with a fun little dish that combines the two holiday traditions into one tasty … Read More
Pareve Pumpkin Pie & Gingersnap Crust
Dairy free kosher pumpkin pie with regular and gluten free crust options. Read More
Challah Chestnut Stuffing
How to make a savory stuffing with challah, chestnuts, carrots, celery, and herbs. Kosher, Meat or Pareve, Thanksgiving, holidays. 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
Pumpkin Challah
A mildly sweet, spice-scented Pumpkin Challah. Perfect for Sukkot, or for an autumn Shabbat meal. Delicious with melted butter. Kosher. Read More
Stuffed Figs with Goat Cheese
I love autumn for many reasons. The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and many of my favorite fruits and vegetables are in season. One of my favorite fall fruits is the fig. Figs are delicious, and they also … Read More
Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant
Recipe for Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant. Vegan, pareve, gluten free, all natural. Read More
Honey Apple Cake
This Honey Apple Bundt Cake for Rosh Hashanah is moist, sweet, and beautifully iced for a unique twist on Jewish honey cake. Kosher, Pareve. Read More
Challah Part 2: How to Braid Challah
Learn to braid challah dough, step-by-step pictures. Tutorial. 3 strand, 4 strand, 6 strand, turban round challah, linked loops, challah rolls. Read More
Challah Part 1: How to Make Challah Dough
Learn to make challah bread for Shabbat with this step-by-step recipe and discover the significance of this tasty Jewish bread. Kosher, Pareve. Read More
Chocolate Egg Cream
How to make a deli-style chocolate egg cream at home, whether you have a soda siphon or seltzer bottle or not! Read More
Stuffed Peppers with Goat Cheese
Learn to make roasted peppers stuffed with goat cheese, topped with sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Recipe, Kosher, Dairy, Healthy, Jewish. 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
Potato Knishes
Last week, I wrote about my Manhattan deli search for the perfect knish. I came back from my trip convinced that nothing compares to a freshly baked homemade knish. Because many of you live in areas where buying a fresh … Read More











