My thoughts on Jewish food.
Forget the myth that restaurant-quality hummus requires special machinery. With the right technique, you can achieve a creamy, flavorful hummus in your own kitchen that’s every bit as satisfying as the best you’ve tasted. The secret isn’t fancy equipment—it’s how you treat your chickpeas and balance your ingredients. The Secrets Behind Creamy Homemade Hummus Cook …
There’s something utterly irresistible about candied spiced pecans. The crunch, the sweetness, the kiss of heat from cinnamon and cayenne—it’s a snack that feels indulgent but takes just minutes to prepare. Whether you scatter them on a salad, pack them into a gift jar, or sneak them from the baking tray (guilty!), these nuts are …
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 …
Tofu, lettuce, and tomato sandwiches, or TLTs, are a treat and are easy to prepare—a boon for the chef who’s short on time. The TLT sandwich, as we like to call it, stands in for the popular treif sandwich known as a “BLT.” I have no idea how close my TLT sandwiches come to the …
Garlic knots are a garlic bread lover’s dream, because instead of a crunchy slice with a moist inside, each little soft through and through individual knot is moist with garlic oil and you don’t have to share it with anyone (always a plus!). On baking days, I like to take some of my challah dough …
Sweet potatoes are great for those times you need a nice veggie side dish, but you’ve kind of got vegetable fatigue. There are only so many vegetables, and only so many ways to prepare them. But sweet potaoes are delicious no matter how you prepare them. The rosemary sprigs elevate this dish to star status. …
Roasted garlic is a delicious accompaniment to challah. After roasting, the garlic cloves become soft and spreadable with a buttery taste. You scoop out the cloves, spread them on your challah, and sprinkle the top with salt. YUM! When I’m getting ready to roast garlic, I drag out my old muffin tins, individual aluminum cups …
I had always wanted a Bundt pan. Finally, I ordered one and it arrived in time for me to try out a new cake recipe I’d seen for a Honey Beer Bundt Cake. The problem was that when I took the pan out of the box, it sure looked awful small. My fears were realized …
Deviled eggs are an old-fashioned dish—the kind you shouldn’t mess with. Don’t try to innovate or add unusual (read “weird”) ingredients. Just stick to the tried and true: eggs, mayo, grated onion, Tabasco, and some good Dijon mustard. Maybe just a touch of salt. Sprinkle the top with sweet paprika and Bob’s your uncle, as …