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St. Louis Jewish Light

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The best latke hack ever

The best latke hack ever

By Shannon Sarna, KvellerPublished December 8, 2022

I love making a latke. But I loathe grating potatoes and cleaning the food processor and making a starchy mess in the kitchen. And I bet you do, too. For those who want to fry up some latkes but cut out a few steps, I have got such the hack for you:...

Why Boxed Matzah Ball Mix is Actually the Best

BY SHANNON SARNAPublished March 14, 2021

This story originally appeared on Nosher, 70 Faces Media’s Jewish food siteJews have a lot of feelings about matzah balls: floaters or sinkers, seltzer or schmaltz. I love discussing with chefs and bubbes alike about how to make the best version of...

8 Kitchen Tools You Need for an Easier Passover

BY SHANNON SARNAPublished March 9, 2021

(The Nosher via JTA) Passover approaches, and it’s time to take stock of what you need to prepare for the holiday. Whether you are making a bigger meal or small and simple, having the right tools during Passover can make the job of cooking and prepping...

Butternut Squash and Sage Challah

By Shannon SarnaPublished September 24, 2015

If butternut squash challah sounds a bit bizarre, it’s actually quite similar to a pumpkin or sweet potato challah, which may be more common. The texture of this dough is smooth, slightly sweet and pairs perfectly with savory sage. It is equally delicious...

Forget the agonizing, here’s an easy and elegant Rosh Hashanah menu

By Shannon SarnaPublished September 3, 2015

NEW YORK — We love to kvetch about how early or late Rosh Hashanah falls — as if we have any control or say when the holidays will appear. But this year, the Jewish New Year falls on the early side for us Americans, right after Labor Day and the start...

Three Israeli pals take shakshuka to Manhattan’s streets

By Shannon SarnaPublished February 12, 2015

From left, Josh Sharon, Solomon Taraboulsi and Gabriel Israel with The Shuka Truck in midtown Manhattan. (Courtesy of The Shuka Truck) NEW YORK (JTA) — Just over a year ago, Israeli friends Josh Sharon, Solomon Taraboulsi and Gabriel Israel moved...

Mimosas without menorahs: Brunch jazzes up ho-hum Hanukkah

By Shannon SarnaPublished December 11, 2014

Peanut Butter & Jelly Sufganiyot: Israeli-style doughnuts with the classic American pairing. (Shannon Sarna)NEW YORK (JTA) — One of my favorite ways to celebrate Hanukkah is over brunch. Yes, it’s nontraditional — and you can’t enjoy the experience...

Chopped Kale Salad with Apple and Roasted Beets

By Shannon SarnaPublished October 1, 2014

Ingredients:3 cups chopped fresh kale2 medium beets1/2 apple, diced1/4 cup chopped candied walnuts1/4 cup dried cherries or cranberriesOlive oilBalsamic vinegarSalt and pepperDirections:Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Wash and dry the beets. Place in...

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