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Jewish Food

Chicken Soup with Matzah Balls

Published January 1, 2016

Submitted by Max WeimanIngredients:Take a normal metal pot, (not some strange cast iron thing or other invention), that holds at least 6 quarts and fill it half way with water, or up to about 3 quarts...

Grandma’s Matzo Ball Soup 2013

Published January 1, 2016

Submitted by Jeff Solomon This soup recipe has been handed down from generation to generation. I have worked hard to respect and keep those traditions alive while at the same time elevating it and making...

My Grandma Rose’s Chicken Soup with Matzo Balls

Published January 1, 2016

Submitted by Nancy LehrerIngredients:4 carrots, peeled and sliced3 stalks celery, sliced1/2 large onion, chopped4-5 pieces chicken ( I use kosher and a variety of white and dark meat)1 tablespoon salt4...

Traditional Chicken Soup

Published January 1, 2016

 Submitted by Anat ReschkeIngredients:1 large chicken (or 2 small chickens) cut into quarters2-3 marrow bones2-3 beef bones4-5 carrots4-5 celery stalks (individual, not the bunch)1-2 onionsLeek1 tomato1...

Rich and Hearty Chicken Soup

Published January 1, 2016

Submitted by Jean MillnerIngredients:1 whole chicken, cut into parts (about 3 lbs.)4 carrots, each cut into 4 pieces (do not peel)4 ribs celery, each cut into 4 pieces (including leaves)1 large yellow...

Asian Slaw

Published January 1, 2016

Ingredients:1 tbsp. soy sauce1 tbsp. cider vinegar2 tsp. sesame oil1 1/2 tsp. minced peeled fresh ginger root1 1/2 tsp. chili paste (can be found in some grocery store ethnic food aisles or in Asian markets....

Chipotle Crab Cake Sauce

Published January 1, 2016

Ingredients & Directions:Stir together in a small bowl:1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Vegannaise if vegan)1/4 cup non-fat plain yogurt (if vegan, double the amount of Vegannaise and omit yogurt)1 canned chipotle...

Asian Crab Cakes

Published January 1, 2016

Ingredients:1 lb. Crab Meat1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced1/4 cup green onion, chopped1 garlic clove, peeled and minced1 tbsp. fresh ginger, finely chopped2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped2 tbsp. fresh lemon...

Chana’la Rubenfeld’s Great-Grandmother’s Apple Pie

Published January 1, 2016

Ingredients:Crust1 egg1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon vinegar dissolvedin 1/8 cup of cold water1/2 cup oil2 cups flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltFilling6 to 8 apples, such as Granny Smith or...

Eggplant-Wrapped Chicken

Published January 1, 2016

4-6 servingsSuggested Wine Pairing: Domaine Netofa RedSephardic Jews re-enact the Exodus from Egypt following the Seder step of Yachatz. They take turns slingingthe afikomon bag over their shoulder and...

Barbari Bread

Published January 1, 2016

IngredientsYeast mixture½ cup warm water1 package active dry yeast (2¼ teaspoons)Dough 1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup warm water3¼ cups white flour, dividedcanola oil sprayGlaze and garnish1...

Matzaroni and Cheese

Published January 1, 2016

6-8 servings What kids don’t prefer mac ‘n cheese over anything else?  This is an easy dinner that will get all the troops running to the table when the hot, cheesy, and bubbling dish emerges from...

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