Monthly Archives: February 2012

Best Hamantaschen Recipe

By: Shannon Sarna | Tagged , , ,

Confession: I do not love Hamantaschen. Most varieties are dry, crumbly and tasteless. But a few years ago I had a friend’s recipe and so now I have amended my original opinion and I can say: I only like Rachel’s … finish reading Best Hamantaschen Recipe

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Savory Hamentashen

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A friend of mine posted a photo this weekend of mashed potato and spinach hamantaschen from a bakery in Tel Aviv, and I was completely floored. Potato and spinach hamantaschen!? I had never seen such a treat, nor tasted one. … finish reading Savory Hamentashen

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Purim Party Punches

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Purim approaches and therefore so do Purim festivities. Put away that bottle of Bartenura Moscato you bought for your lady friends, and try one of these party punch ideas to wow you friends instead. All three of these recipes can … finish reading Purim Party Punches

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Desserts of New Orleans

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New Orleans is one of the most exciting culinary cities in the U.S, and one of the most difficult if you are trying to keep some kind of kosher. Yes yes – Café Du Monde is certified kosher – fantastic. … finish reading Desserts of New Orleans

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Shabbat Recipe Roundup

We’re quickly approaching the end of Winter, and I can’t wait till some spring produce makes an appearance. But in the meantime, we still have a little more time for comfort food during our Shabbat meals. This S’mores Challah from … finish reading Shabbat Recipe Roundup

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Best of the Crockpot

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Admittedly, I am not much of a crock pot user. The only time we break ours out is for cholent on Shabbat, but even that doesn’t happen so often. And yet we actually have not one but two crock pots! … finish reading Best of the Crockpot

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Shabbat Roundup: Mardi Gras Edition

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Today I head to New Orleans to celebrate my first ever Mardi Gras in the vibrant city. In honor of the occasion and Louisiana cuisine, this week’s Shabbat Roundup features some tasty Southern classics. If you haven’t ever tasted a … finish reading Shabbat Roundup: Mardi Gras Edition

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Deviled Eggs with Schmaltz and Gribenes

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Bon Apetit Magazine recently featured variations on deviled eggs that included a recipe for bacon deviled eggs which got me thinking about: how to make a more Jewish version!? Shortly after reading through the recipes, I was munching on some … finish reading Deviled Eggs with Schmaltz and Gribenes

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Taking Some Veggie Cues from Israel

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This past week I was lucky enough to travel to Israel on behalf of my (other) work, for a short and productive trip. Of course, I had to get some eating done along the way…and after a few meals, I … finish reading Taking Some Veggie Cues from Israel

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Shabbat Menu Roundup—Comfort Food Edition

By: Tamar Fox | Tagged , , , , , ,

For me, February is prime comfort food month, so this Shabbat I’m thinking about yummy comfort foods I can serve to my guests. Tomato soup is the consummate comfort food, but this recipe from Not Derby Pie looks exciting, even … finish reading Shabbat Menu Roundup—Comfort Food Edition

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