Passover – Ashkenazi | The Shiksa Blog

The recipes in this category are Kosher for Ashkenazi Passover. They do not contain chametz or kitniyot.

To learn more about the Jewish Passover holiday, click here. To learn more about the Passover kosher laws, click here. Note that I do not consider quinoa or spices like cumin and coriander to be kitniyot, so they may appear here.

Mary Goldberg’s Passover Mandel Bread

Learn to make Passover Mandel Bread from the recipe of a 104 year-old Jewish woman named Mary Goldberg. Kosher for Pesach, Pareve. Read More

Marha Pörkölt – Hungarian Beef Paprika Stew

Learn to make traditional Jewish Hungarian Beef Stew with paprika, green bell peppers and tomato. Goulash, one pot meal, kosher, meat 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

Smoked Paprika Chicken

How to make delicious Smoked Paprika Chicken using boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts. Easy recipe using 3-4 ingredients. Kosher, Meat. Read More

Cinnamon Honey Butter

How to make simple, delicious Cinnamon Honey Butter to spread on toast, challah, or bagels for a sweet, creamy treat! Kosher, Dairy or Pareve. Read More

Classic Roast Turkey

Adapted Recipe for Alton Brown’s Roast Turkey; a classic, aromatic, moist roast turkey with step-by-step photos and instructions. Kosher, meat. Read More

Stovetop Tzimmes

Make traditional Jewish tzimmes for Rosh Hashanah, Passover, or any festive occasion. Yams, sweet potatoes and more. Kosher, Meat or Pareve. Read More

Honey Herb Roasted Chicken

Honey Herb Roasted Chicken – juicy roast chicken with herb honey and white wine sauce. Kosher, Meat, Rosh Hashanah, Passover, Gluten Free. Read More

Pomegranate Molasses Brisket

Pomegranate Molasses Brisket – a slow roasted brisket infused with pomegranate molasses, garlic, and spice. Kosher, Meat, Rosh Hashanah, Holiday 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

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

Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint

This refreshing salad with watermelon, feta cheese, and fresh mint is simply dressed with olive oil and lime juice. Perfect for summer. 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

Chocolate Crackle Cake

Chocolate Crackle Cake with Raspberry Coulis – scrumptious cake with refreshing raspberry sauce and fresh mint. Kosher for Passover, Gluten Free. 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

Passover Chocolate Chip Cookies

These rich and decadent matzo chocolate chip cookies are so good, you won’t miss the chametz! Kosher for Passover. Read More

Aromatic Lemon Chili Chicken

A simple and delicious recipe for roast chicken marinated in lemon, chili and garlic. Gluten Free, Kosher for Passover. Read More

Gluten Free Matzo Balls – Potato Knaidelach

Gluten free matzo balls recipe, made with potatoes like German potato knaidelach. Kosher for Passover, Celiac, Grain Free, Gluten Intolerant Read More