My thoughts on Jewish food.
Sukkos is one of the few times it’s possible for the entire family to breakfast together. During the week everyone is rushing off to school or work, but on Sukkos, you have time for a leisurely family breakfast. It’s the time when you can make something like pancakes or French toast that takes more time …
Smoked tuna is a popular meal for IDF soldiers in the field. It’s easy to prepare with items on hand, and elevates rations to new levels of, er, not quite deliciousness. Basically, you open a can of tuna, lay some toilet paper on top, and light it on fire. When the fire dies down, the …
This coffee cake is a good reminder that pie filling isn’t just for pie. Pie filling, for example cherry or blueberry pie filling, makes a great topping for your Shavuos cheesecake, and is also wonderful in coffee cake. To prove it, try the following recipe for cherry coffee cake. It’s totally amazing. Your family will …
Roasting frozen cauliflower might seem like an unconventional approach, but it’s actually a clever culinary maneuver with several compelling reasons behind it. For example, frozen cauliflower is readily available year-round and requires no prep work, such as washing, checking, or chopping, saving you time and effort in the kitchen—especially on a busy Friday. Then too, …
Introducing a mouthwatering recipe that combines the succulent flavors of salmon with a zesty kick of chili and lime! These zesty chili lime salmon fillets are not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a flavorful meal, this dish is sure to impress. Ingredients: …
When it comes to versatile side dishes, coleslaw reigns supreme. Its crisp texture and tangy flavor make it the perfect accompaniment to any meal, whether it’s a backyard barbecue or a weekday dinner. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of chopping. Today, I’m sharing my …
Here’s a cheat sheet butter chart to keep handy in the kitchen: 1⁄4 cup = 1⁄2 stick = 4 tablespoons = 2 oz. = 57g 1⁄2 cup = 1 stick = 8 tablespoons = 4 oz. (1⁄4 pound) = 113g 3⁄4 cup = 1 1⁄2 sticks = 12 tablespoons = 6 oz. = 170g 1 …
Noodles and cabbage is an old-style favorite, part of the repertoire of the Eastern European Jewish cook. Caraway seed, with its distinct flavor, reminiscent of rye bread which often has the seeds baked into it for extra savor. Today, caraway seed is a lesser known spice, and children tend not to like it, while older …
In my repertoire of easy luncheon and supper dishes that I make when short on time or feeling lazy, is a dish of spaghetti with an uncooked tomato sauce. While sometimes you need to make something quick and easy, it still has to taste good—what’s the point of making it if they won’t eat it. …
“Dirty” or “trashed” wings are the newest food craze to hit kitchens everywhere. The wings are coasted in buffalo sauce, then double deep-fried for a flavorful and crispy exterior. For this trendy but messy finger food, you need only a few, simple ingredients, chicken wings, hot sauce, oil, salt and pepper. It’s hard to believe …