Blog Medium Image

Parve Pumpkin Streusel Squares

2024-10-28T08:55:58-04:00October 28th, 2024|Categories: Cakes, Desserts, Sukkot|Tags: , |

I hope you enjoy my easy to make, dairy-free and delicious Pumpkin Streusel Squares. To me, they are perfect sweet autumn treat! 1 can (15.5ounce) solid pack pumpkin 12 ounces evaporated soy milk* 3 eggs 1 ½ cups sugar 1 Tbsp pumpkin pie spice ½ tsp salt 1 package (18.25 ounce) yellow cake mix [...]

Tsimmes

2024-09-26T08:52:51-04:00September 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 quickly and is not too "fussy".

Pizzelle Ice Cream Sandwiches

2024-07-22T15:06:05-04:00July 22nd, 2024|Categories: Dairy, Desserts, Ice Cream and Frozen Treats|

Here’s a quick and easy recipe that uses pizzelle (traditional Italian waffle cookies) to create endless ice cream sandwich variations.  The pizzzelle come in different flavors—such as vanilla, chocolate, anise, and caramel.  The freezer section in your supermarket yields a multitude of dairy ice cream flavors as well as non- dairy options made with coconut [...]

Cinnamon Swirl Bread

2024-05-15T13:45:38-04:00May 15th, 2024|Categories: Bread, Breakfast/Brunch, Food Columns|Tags: |

As I write this column, it is early April and I am gazing out my window at the falling snow, the sixth snowfall in as many weeks.  Spring arrived last week, but she is nowhere to be found.  I know I should be writing about a springtime recipe for May, but it is cold and [...]

Something For Everyone Challah

2024-01-19T09:02:48-05:00January 19th, 2024|Categories: Bread, Challah, Holidays|

I truly enjoyed making this Something For Everyone Challah tutorial with my grandson Isaac. Pull-apart Something For Everyone Challah is a delightful twist on the traditional Jewish braided challah, offering a unique and interactive experience perfect for gatherings. Follow my recipe for creating a soft, tender challah that easily separates into individual portions, each piece becoming a canvas [...]