My thoughts on Jewish food.
It’s hot, I was tired, and so I invented the easiest main course possible: roasted zucchini chunks with chicken patties I put together in minutes with ground chicken and spices. I stirred some quality mustard and hot sauce into some quality mayo, and voila, a sauce. This was very well received, which proves the point …
In Israel, they call it “petitim.” In America, we call it “Israeli couscous.” Whatever you call this short pasta; it cooks up fast, and is a nice change from other starches, for instance potatoes, or rice. I like to use it as the basis of a one-pot meal for children, with the addition of hot …
Everyone has a go-to chicken dish that is easy to put together on a hectic day or on short notice. This one is a favorite in our home. It is essentially my mother’s recipe, but I’ve amped up the spices to give it some punch. The seasonings are typical of the Eastern European Jewish kitchen. …
Meatloaf doesn’t have to be your humdrum Mom’s meatloaf. You can jazz it up a gazillion different ways. When you’re looking for a change, this sweet and sour meatloaf is a great option. Everyone loves this saucy meat main course. It makes its own sauce and it’s a cinch to put together. Sweet and Sour …
A simple baked potato, topped with baked beans to make it a complete protein, sounds amazing after all the heavy holiday fare of the past two months. These days, we are craving something without meat, something unfussy and plain. And while Britain is not known for its culinary prowess, there’s something appealing about this humble …
When temperatures are hot, pasta salads thrill with their medley of textures and cool flavors. This one is kid-tested and they’ll even eat the broccoli because it’s still got crunch. A palate-pleaser for the hottest days of summer, but really anytime. Because it makes a whole lot and it’s totally delicious. Easy Pasta and Broccoli …
In the summer, no one much wants to cook. But we still like to eat, so this no-cook salad hits the spot in more ways than one. Palates tend to become jaded, dull, and sluggish in the midsummer heat, so we want things a little spicier which is why there’s a bit of heat and …
We’re always looking for a new salad to add to our repertoire, especially in summer. This cool and creamy broccoli salad, fits the bill with its light tangy dressing, with just a hint of sweetness from the honey and craisins. It holds up well in the fridge for a day or so (see serving note), …
In the summer, it’s hard to get excited about food. Our appetites seem to flag with the weather. But these sesame noodles will soon set things to rights. So easy to eat with simple flavors, without being heavy or pretentious, these noodles hit the spot as an easy-to-put-together main course. Don’t expect there to be …
Tuna is a fabulous convenience food which is well loved by even those who normally dislike fish. But we all have our limits on how many times we can eat the same thing. Food boredom is real. So instead of your standard tuna and mayo with maybe a little celery, dill, and lemon juice, try …