1-2-3-4- Potato Latkes
December 19th, 2024|Categories: Hanukkah, Side Dishes, Vegetables, Vegetarian
There are so many variations of potato latkes–zucchini, carrot, beet, sweet potato, celery root–just to name a few. But my favorite latkes are the classic potato latkes. I call my recipe the 1-2-3-4 latke recipe. The numbers […]
Hanukkah Doughnuts in Record Time/Fried
December 18th, 2024|Categories: Desserts, Desserts, Doughnuts, Hanukkah, Holidays
No time to make doughnuts for Hanukkah? No problem. You can whip these beauties up in no time, using Pepperidge Farm Puff pastry. These are much easier to make than sufganiyot and they look and taste amazing. Happy […]
Thanksgiving Leftover Timbales
November 28th, 2024|Categories: Thanksgiving|
No matter how well planned my Thanksgiving menu is, I always have way too many leftovers. I like to put these leftovers to good use, by making […]
Turkey Sugar Cookies
November 23rd, 2024|Categories: Cookies and Biscotti, Desserts, Rosh Hashanah, Thanksgiving|
If you’re an avid cookie baker, you will want to make these turkey sugar cookies for Thanksgiving. Wishing all a Happy Thanksgiving surrounded by your loved ones. Praying for Israel–the safe return of the hostages, the safety and protection of our IDF heroes and all of our Israeli brothers […]
Pumpkin Pecan Pie
November 22nd, 2024|Categories: Desserts, Pies, Tarts and Tortes, Thanksgiving|
Pumpkin or pecan? That is the question. I adore both pies and when I can’t decide which to bake, I make one pie with a layer each of pumpkin and pecan, and a whole new taste sensation is born. The pumpkin […]
Thanksgiving Cornucopia of Roasted Vegetables
November 22nd, 2024|Categories: Side Dishes, Thanksgiving, Vegetables, Vegetarian|
I am often asked for suggestions for Thanksgiving side dishes. This recipe for roasted autumn vegetables is one of my favorite side dishes to make for Thanksgiving and other festive autumn and winter get-togethers. It has a beautiful array or autumn tastes, textures, and colors and is a great […]
Sweet Potato Banana Casserole
November 21st, 2024|Categories: Side Dishes, Thanksgiving, Vegetables, Vegetarian|
This Sweet Potato Pecan Casserole with a Secret Ingredient is a great Thanksgiving Day Side Dish. It’s make ahead and you can whip it up […]
Turkey Roulade
November 21st, 2024|Categories: Meat and Poultry, Thanksgiving|
I must confess—I am not a big fan of the roasted whole turkey. At a time when I need as much oven space as possible for the multitude of […]
Chestnut Soup
November 20th, 2024|Categories: Soups, Thanksgiving|
I make this delicious soup once a year at Thanksgiving. It’s a bit of a production and quite rich, but well worth the time, effort, and calories. For a real showstopper, serve the soup in a hollowed out fresh pumpkin […]
Traditional Roast Turkey
November 20th, 2024|Categories: Meat and Poultry, Thanksgiving|
Thanksgiving is the quintessential American holiday enjoyed and celebrated by all Americans. It is a time when we gather with family and friends to share precious time together and partake of a sumptuous meal. To […]
Parve Pumpkin Streusel Squares
October 28th,2024 | Categories: Cakes, Desserts, Sukkot|
I hope you enjoy my easy to make, dairy-free and delicious Pumpkin Streusel Squares. To me, they perfect sweet autumn treat! […]
Luzma’s Colombian Penicillin for Sukkot
October 16th, 2024|Categories: Meat and Poultry, Soups, Sukkot|
You’ve heard of Jewish penicillin, but did you know that a Colombian version exists, as well? Here’s a recipe for a great soul-satisfying soup to serve in your sukkah. I first became acquainted with this extraordinary soup […]
Spaghetti Squash with Garlic Tomato Sauce and Cauliflower
October 15th, 2023|Categories: Cooking Light, Gluten Free, Sukkot, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian|
Spaghetti squash is known as a vibrant fall/winter vegetable, but it really is a fruit. Botanically speaking, spaghetti squash as well as other squashes such as pumpkin and zucchini are fruit since they develop from […]
Broccoli Cheddar Soup in a Bread Bowl
October 14th, 2024|Categories: Soups, Sukkot, Vegetarian|
One of my favorite soups to serve during Sukkot is Broccoli Cheddar Soup in a Bread Bowl. As the cool weather settles in, and we acclimate to brisk mornings and chilly evenings, our thoughts turn to warm, comforting and nutritious foods. This is the time of year when it is supremely […]
Pumpkin Pecan Babkallah
October 13th, 2023|Categories: Bread, Cakes, Challah, Desserts, Sukkot
If you’re looking for a showstopper bread to serve during Sukkot, consider making Pupmkin Pecan Babakallah, which is a cross between a babka and a challah, infused with the flavors and warm spices of autumn. With a bit of time and effort to master a special shaping technique, you will be […]
Stuffed Peppers For Sukkot
October 13th, 2024|Categories: Pasta, Rice, Grains, Side Dishes, Sukkot, Vegetables|
Stuffed foods are a tradition for Sukkot. In keeping with the concept of abundance and plenitude, stuffed meats, poultry, fruits, and vegetables are often served as a meal in the Sukkah. A colorful medley of bell peppers, filled to the brim with brown and wild rice pilaf is the quintessential […]
Rosh Hashanah Sugar Cookies
October 1st, 2024|Categories: Cookies and Biscotti, Desserts, Rosh Hashanah|
If you’re an avid cookie baker, you will want to make these sugar cookies for Rosh Hashanah. Wishing all a Shana Tova surrounded by your loved ones. Praying for Israel–the safe return of the hostages, the safety and protection of our IDF heroes and all of our Israeli brothers and sisters. Praying for a speedy end to the war, for Israel to prevail, and for Peace. Am Yisrael […]
Jeweled Fruit Compote
September 30th, 2024|Categories: Desserts, Rosh Hashanah|
Here’s a recipe that will chase away the fruit salad doldrums. The kitchen smells heavenly as the pears simmer in their poaching liquid, redolent of vanilla bean, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and Amaretto. For Rosh […]
Honey Chiffon Cake
September 29th, 2024|Categories: Cakes, Desserts, Rosh Hashanah|
As the days get shorter and the air is crisper and cooler, I am back in my kitchen baking after a summer hiatus. One of my favorite cakes to bake during this season is Autumn Spiced Honey Chiffon cake. While this […]
Honey Cookies
September 27th, 2024|Categories: Cookies and Biscotti, Desserts, Rosh Hashanah|
As always, I baked up a storm for the holidays—lots of round challahs; 3 cakes—Honey, Marble and Apple; two types of brownies—Honey and Dark Cocoa; two types of cookies—sugar and honey; 2 quick breads—banana and applesauce. I can go on and on—but you get the drift—I like to […]