Summer rolls have literally become a SUMMER Shabbat staple in my house. When it’s crazy hot outside (I live in NY and yes, anything over 85 degrees is too hot for me), I love serving cold apps so this clearly fits the bill. Every weekend, I make different summer roll variations with fillings like roasted salmon, ground beef, shredded […]
Kohlrabi & Beet Slaw
I have to admit that until today, I’d never made anything with kohlrabi. I seriously had no idea what I was getting myself into when I started peeling that insanely thick skin and yes, I did google how to peel kohlrabi. I was so surprised and excited by the sweet nature and crunchy texture of this […]
Preserved Lemon Quinoa
I really can’t express enough how much you need to make this quinoa. Preserved lemons, fresh mint, fluffy quinoa and a bright vinaigrette you’ll want to use all summer on basically everything! If you’re wondering about where to find preserved lemons, you can buy them in most middle eastern supermarkets and you can definitely make your own! Of […]
Shakshuka Matzo Brei
This is definitely not the matzo brei I grew up eating but I think my dad will be proud! He was the official matzo brei maker in my house (is that a thing?) and as kids, we always stuck to traditional matzo, eggs, salt and pepper. I didn’t even know there were other ways you could make […]
Jalapeno Popper Hamantaschen
Hamantaschen season has officially begun!!! I’m sure I’ve mentioned it before but I seriously have a list of hamantaschen ideas that I update year round as ideas pop into my head. So when the time finally comes and Purim is a month(ish) away, I’m like a kid in a candy store. A sweet and savory, […]
