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 […]
Tsimmes
September 26th, 2024|Categories: Rosh Hashanah, Side Dishes, Vegetables
This is my version of Tsimmes–a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish dish of stewed vegetables and dried fruits. It has sweet overtones to evoke a Sweet New Year. “Tsimmes” is Yiddish for “fuss”. This Tsimmes comes together […]
Sweet and Sour Chicken
September 25th, 2024|Categories: Meat and Poultry, Rosh Hashanah|
Here’s my version of the ever popular Sweet and Sour Chicken. This dish evokes fond memories of the days when my children were still […]
Pineapple and Honey Glazed Corned Beef
September 24th, 2024|Categories: Meat and Poultry, Rosh Hashanah|
This delicious dish is my husband’s culinary claim to fame. The first time he cooked this corned beef for one of our family holidays, it was such a hit with our immediate family, that there was nothing left to serve our guests […]
Braised Short Ribs in Barbecue Sauce
September 23rd, 2024|Categories: Meat and Poultry, Rosh Hashanah|
Here’s a real meat and potatoes treat for the holidays. Braised short ribs in barbecue sauce are tender and succulent and full of flavor. For the ultimate comfort food, I like to serve the ribs on a bed of roasted garlic mashed […]
Nanny Fela’s Chicken Soup With Matzoh Balls
September 22nd, 2024|Categories: Rosh Hashanah, Soups|
This is my Mom’s epic chicken soup. Served with her fluffy, ethereal matzoh balls—this is my family’s most requested soup. Nanny Fela’s chicken soup is a mainstay of my Rosh Hashanah and other holiday […]
Veggie Chopped Liver
September 20th, 2024|Categories: Appetizers, Rosh Hashanah, Vegetables, Vegetarian|
My family just loves this veggie chopped liver, which I like to serve in apple flower cups for Rosh Hashanah. I’ve made some changes to the recipe, which is from The Kosher Palette, Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy. […]
Honey Glazed Apple Pie
September 19th, 2024|Categories: Desserts, Holidays, Pies, Tarts and Tortes, Rosh Hashanah
This gorgeous pie is a bit of a production, but well worth the time, effort, and calories. For a Sweet New Year, bake up this honey glazed beauty. Shana Tovah! […]
Breton Apple Tarte
September 18th, 2023|Categories: Desserts, Holidays, Pies, Tarts and Tortes, Rosh Hashanah
Looking to impress your guests with an apple dessert for Rosh Hashanah? You will love Breton Apple Tarte. This tarte is a French classic in which caramelized apples are encased in a flavorful shortbread pastry. Get […]
Apple Tarte and Caramel Apples
September 17th, 2024|Categories: Desserts, Pies, Tarts and Tortes, Rosh Hashanah|
To celebrate Rosh Hashanah and autumn’s apple bounty, here are two quick and easy recipes. The apple tarte takes about 15 minutes to prep and then another 20 minutes to bake in the oven. It is delicious as is, but it […]
September 16th, 2024|Categories: Bread, Challah, Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah is just around the corner. My signature challah recipe is braided and then formed into a circle. Honey is poured into a hollowed out apple or a small round dish which is placed into the center of the […]