Melinda Strauss

teaching the world about Judaism

Dessert

Crock Pot Blueberry Cinnamon-Swirl Banana Bread

Bread, Breakfast, Dessert, Fruit, Sweet

If you’ve been following Kitchen Tested since it began in 2011, you might remember my Banana Blueberry Streusel Bread. I’m seriously afraid to make that banana bread again because it was just THAT good and I might eat the entire loaf before anyone gets a chance to take a bite. One thing I’ve never forgotten is […]

BombeBasticks Ice Cream Drumsticks

Birthday, Dessert, Feeling Snacky, Ice Cream, Sweet

My sister-in-law always makes fun of me for obsessing over food magazines. I make her read all of my favorite articles and it drives her absolutely nuts. While she’s gushing over Vogue and Glamour, I’m drooling over Bon Appetit, Every Day with Rachael Ray and Joy of Kosher with Jamie Geller. One of my favorite […]

Homemade Crock Pot Candied Pecans

Breakfast, Candy, Dessert, Feeling Snacky, Holiday, Sweet

Check out my Homemade Crock Pot Candied Pecans on Kosher Scoop! Here’s a taste of what you’ll see… Instead of buying fancy store-bought Chanukah presents this year for your family and loved ones, spoil them with a delicious edible gift instead! There’s nothing better than a homemade treat to show that you care and with the […]

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies, Dessert, Feeling Snacky, Holiday, Sweet

Sometimes people just want to see the classics, right?!? A simple and classic recipe for chewy chocolate chip cookies. I would like to give a special shout-out to my friend, Julie Greene, for sharing her “Bubbie Ina’s Rockin” Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe with me. I bake them almost every weekend and I’m so excited to […]