Recipezaar: Kosher,Jewish (Ashkenazi) recipes

Lukshen Kugel (Sweet Noodle Pudding)

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:32:44 -0500

From a wonderful cookbook called "The World of Jewish Cooking." I've changed a few ingredients to make it almost exactly like the kugel my Polish grandmother used to make. -- posted by SheCooksToConquer

Cumin-Scented Beet Latkes

Thu, 25 Dec 2008 01:00:21 -0500

This is a great alternative to traditional potato latkes. You can serve these on Hannukah or all year round. Pair this with with "Apple, Green Onion, and Jalapeño Salsa" (I've posted the recipe). It's an outstanding combination. These recipes are from Bon Appétit Magazine (December 2004). (Latkes can be made 6 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm in 350°F oven on a baking sheet until crisp, about 10 minutes.) -- posted by blucoat

Honey-Vanilla Challah

Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:26:47 -0500

This is recipe produces a beautiful and sweet version of the popular Jewish challah bread. Recipe is from Ariela, of "Baking and Books". Dough needs to rise twice (for at least 2 hours total). If you make this with water rather than milk, you will get a much lighter-tasting bread. You could also try using soy milk. -- posted by blucoat

Potato Latkes (Pancakes)

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:15:37 -0500

These are sauteed pancakes, and delicious. This is the way my grandmother made them, and they were served at the Jewish holidays of Hanukah and during the 8 days of Passover, but not at the Seder (dinner and religious service), but for a light supper. They are good served as a side dish with the Winter Vegetable Plate in my cookbook. If you don't have Matzo Meal (which is also great for breading meat or fish),substitute all purpose flour. -- posted by Chef Elaine C.

Beef, Mushroom and Barley Soup

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:20:43 -0500

A very hearty, rich soup/stew. Cobbled together from several other similar recipes, with my own flair. I dislike eating celery, but like the flavor, so this is written to discard the celery. If you want to leave it in, you can dice the celery instead. -- posted by DrGaellon

Joan Nathan's Favorite Falafel

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:50:47 -0500

From Joan Nathan's cookbook, " The Foods of Israel Today". She created this recipe after sampling many different falafels and interviewing the people who made them. You can make an Egyptian version by omitting the cilantro and substituting fava beans for the chickpeas. To make this truly "Israeli-style", garnish with tahina sauce (made from ground sesame seeds), harissa hot sauce, pickled turnip, or sauerkraut. In fact, all types of pickled fruits and vegetables (including regular dill pickles, eggplant, mango) work really well! If you can't find tahina sauce, you can serve with hummus or a yogurt sauce. Chickpeas need to soak overnight, and chickpeas mixture must be refrigerated for a few hours. -- posted by blucoat

Joan Nathan's Rugelach (Cinnamon, Chocolate, or Apricot)

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 13:38:54 -0500

This is a straightforward and reliable cookie/pastry recipe from "Joan Nathans Jewish Holiday Cookbook" by Joan Nathan. The original recipe doesn't call for any salt, but I think it enhances the flavour. You can play around with the fillings, substituting raspberry preserves for the apricot, pecans for the walnuts, or adding a little orange zest, raisins, or currants to the cinnamon-sugar filling. The dough can also be used to make hamentashen. Dough needs 2 hours refrigeration time. -- posted by blucoat

Iraqi Style Tabyeet Chicken

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:02:26 -0500

This recipe is a variation on an overnight Jewish Sabbath dish that appears throughout the Middle East. This is an Iraqi Jewish version. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Berches (Pain Au Pavot)

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:33:37 -0500

Berches is the name for Challah in German and western Yiddish. This version is the traditional old-fashioned kind made with a minimal amount of fat and sugar and no eggs except in the glaze. It has a thin crispy crust and a chewy crumb with a plain but excellent flavor. Recipe time does not include proofing time. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Fig Fluden

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:58:06 -0500

A fluden, which comes from fladni or fladen, "flat cake" in German, is just that, a flat, double-or often multilayered flaky pastry filled with poppy seeds, apples and raisins, or cheese. It was originally common to southern Germany and Alsace-Lorraine, later spreading east to Hungary, Romania, and other Eastern European countries. Often flavored with honey, it was eaten in the fall at Rosh Hashanah or Sukkot and is symbolic, like strudel, of an abundant yield. Figs were often eaten in Germany as the new fruit on the second day of Rosh Hashanah. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Mujadarra

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:33:09 -0500

This is a fantastic lentil dish. In my quest to find healthier food that my family liked and would actually eat, I decided to try this recipe. It was demonstrated on T.V. by Ali Sabbah from the Mazza Cafe, a Jewish restaurant, in Salt Lake City. My family just ate this up, even my picky five year old boy. I had to post it before I lost the recipe. -- posted by bluesagegirl

Rice Stew for Shabbos (Shabbat) Lunch

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:43:31 -0500

Found this on a message board posted by an Orthodox Jewish woman. The long cooking time is due to the fact that we do not cook on Shabbat and therefore, if we want hot food on Shabbat day (Saturday), we put it up on Friday b4 sundown... There is a note on the recipe that says that long grain rice bursts and becomes too mushy...The ingredient list won't let me suggest flanken as an alternative meat :( it should read 1 lb boneless chuck or flanken... -- posted by Ilysse

Matzo Brie

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:48:54 -0500

Matzoh - Goodman, Streits, Manischevitz - Passover matzoh preferred -- posted by Mitakola

Moist New Years Honey Cake

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 11:58:00 -0500

My rebbetzin gave me this recipe a couple years ago. I had a disastrous Rosh Hashanah 2, 3 years ago in the honey cake department, went to a break-the-fast at her place, and she had this AMAZING cake. I've made it every year since and make it in the off-season, too. This is one of those cakes that gets better as it ages, so if you want to make it a day or even two ahead, it'll actually taste better. She says it's based upon a recipe in Marcy Goldman's cake in A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking, but that thing's out of print. I haven't put in the optional whiskey to date, but I believe it's more traditional to use it. I've just never had it around. I also like using bundt pans for this. Did you know Hadassah asked NordicWare to make the original bundt pan? -- posted by I'm cookin', good lookin!

Challah

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 13:59:58 -0500

Challah is a Jewish braided bread traditionally made for Friday evening Shabbat dinner and Saturday lunch. I think everyone has their own favorite recipe and I am no exception. This started out as my mother's whole wheat bread recipe but I have adapted it beyond recognition over the last couple of years. The serving number is relative to how much those you are serving like bread.(My husband and I get through most of 1 loaf during dinner) Also climate, altitude, and temperature all matter to your bread. So you will have to make adjustments accordingly. I originally "perfected" this recipe while I was living in the mountains in Israel. When I tried to make it in Florida it came out all wrong and I had to go back to the drawing board. I hope you and your family enjoy this bread as much as me and mine. If you have any questions please feel free to ask. A blessing on your bread, Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov! =D Note: Prep. time includes rising time. -- posted by HoneyPanda

Beef Stew/ Cholent for Crock Pot

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 01:00:42 -0500

I worked on my stew recipe for several years before I perfected it to what it is today! Every time I serve this for Shabbat lunch, it's completely devoured. It's ultra simple and always comes out great. If you're making this for shabbos, cook it fully Friday afternoon and keep the crockpot on the "warm" setting until serving. You can also make the recipe by substituting one can of chicken stock with a can of beer. -- posted by Mirramar

Buboo's Mixed Fruit Hamantashen

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:46:56 -0500

Here is a recipe for the traditional Purim goodies made with a cookie dough and an unusual mixed fruit filling. It's originally from my grandmother, who we called Buboo, a variation on the more usual Bubbie. My Aunt Lee Tobias taught me how to make them. -- posted by Jeri Roth Lande

Apricot Hamentaschen (Hamentashen / Hamantaschen / Hamantashen)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 03:15:53 -0400

This recipe is from pastry chef Gale Gand. These are a traditional Jewish/Israeli cookies associated with the holiday of Purim. These will keep 1 week in an airtight container. They also freeze well. Dough requires 30 minutes chilling time. -- posted by blucoat

Hamantaschen Dough (Aka Hamantashen / Oznei Haman)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 03:28:27 -0400

I found this excellent, pareve, hamantash recipe on a forum for Jewish women. This dough is very easy to work with and makes a crisp cookie. The cookies freeze very well. -- posted by blucoat

Almond Hamantashen Cookies

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:36:08 -0400

This recipe from Eileen Goltz is more time-consuming than many hamantashen recipes, but the compliments youll receive will make it worth it! Eileen Goltz, is a professional chef and caterer, and the author of the Kosher cookbook, "Perfectly Pareve". The recipe was printed in my local paper. -- posted by blucoat

Joan Nathan's Classic Israeli Schnitzel

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:28:30 -0400

This recipe is from Joan Nathan's book "The Foods of Israel Today". It's a basic recipe and you can add whatever spices you like. Paprika is standard. Cumin is nice, as are garlic, turmeric, cardamom, and za'atar. Enjoy! NOTE: You can also bake the breaded schnitzels in a 350-degree oven for a few minutes ahead of time. Then, just before serving, deep-fry quickly to crisp the outside. -- posted by blucoat

Mock Chestnut Torte (Passover Cake)

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:15:31 -0400

This recipe is from the wonderful cookbook, "A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking", by Marcy Goldman. This pareve Pesach cake tastes like a rich but light chocolate cheesecake. It's wonderful with or without the glaze. If you don't mind a dairy cake, it's also excellent with a regular ganache (with cream, etc...). Kids will LOVE this and won't even know they're eating a vegetable (you cannot taste the sweet potatoes). Enjoy! You can also serve this in squares, as French-style "petit fours." The glaze slicks this up but is not necessary a dusting of cocoa is just fine. -- posted by blucoat

Brisket With Dried Apricots, Prunes & Aromatic Spices

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:20:04 -0400

This is an extraordinary flavourful, moist, and tender brisket. Recipe is from Jayne Cohen, printed in "Bon Appétit Magazine" (April 2002). It is Kosher for Passover. Begin this at least one day ahead. Try chilling the meat separately from the gravy; it makes removing the fat from the gravy much easier. Read through entire directions before beginning. -- posted by blucoat

Matzo Apple Kugel (Passover)

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:40:49 -0400

This is a moist, sweet, and easy to prepare Passover recipe from Cindy Faigin. I found it on another recipe website (allrecipes.com). You can make this dish ahead of time and then bake it when needed. Recipe can be doubled. -- posted by blucoat

Schmear (Cream Cheese With Lox Spread)

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 10:00:58 -0400

Try serving this "schmear" with some fresh bagels at your next brunch. You could add a tablespoon or so of fresh chopped dill or parsley or even a couples of tablespoons of drained capers, but I like it kept simple. For appetizers, serve the schmear along with cocktail-sized rye bread slices. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Passover Lemon Cheesecake With Almond Crust

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 01:21:32 -0400

This cheesecake has a delicious nutty and crisp crust with a light but creamy citrusy filling. Recipe is from Gourmet (April 2008). Cheesecake can be made 2 days ahead and chilled, loosely covered. You can garnish with berries or julienned lemon zest. The cake needs to cool 2-3 hours before serving. If you don't have matzo cake meal, grind regular matzo meal (or even matzos) to a finer consistency in a food processor or blender. -- posted by blucoat

Maida Heatter's Walnut Meringues (Passover)

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:45:37 -0400

This recipe is from "Maida Heatter's Brand-New Book of Great Cookies" and is suitable for Passover. -- posted by blucoat

Almond-Lemon Macaroons (Passover Almendrados)

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:21:56 -0400

These delicious and easy to prepare macaroons were printed in the "New York Times" (March 2007) and adapted from "Dulce lo Vivas: La Reposteria Sefardi," ("Live Sweet: the Sefardi Bakery") by Ana Bensadón. The dough require overnight refrigeration. -- posted by blucoat

Sweet-And-Sour Celery (Sephardic Passover Apio)

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 14:32:31 -0400

This Turkish Passover dish is from this month's "Gourmet Magazine" (April 2009). As the celery cooks, it soaks up the braising liquid and becomes silky. Cooks' note: Celery can be braised 1 day ahead and chilled. Reheat over low heat, adding more water if necessary, or reheat in a microwave. Add celery leaves and parsley before serving. -- posted by blucoat

Lemon Nut Roll

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:26:55 -0400

I do not remember where I got this recipe from, however it is great. There are 2 part the roll itself and the filling I have had some problems posting this recipe, so I am trying again :o( -- posted by Esther in Atlanta, GA

Roasted Cauliflower Kugel (Passover)

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 03:52:46 -0400

This Passover (or year-round) recipe is from Lucy Waverman and was printed in the Globe and Mail (April 12, 2008). Roasting the cauliflower first really boosts the kugel's flavour. -- posted by blucoat

Healthy Broccoli Knishes (Passover)

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:12:10 -0400

These pareve knishes could be served as a side dish, but are filling enough to be the main dish. Recipe from the "Passover Lite Kosher Cookbook", by Gail Ashkanazi-Hankin, -- posted by blucoat

Cinnamon-Spiced Chard Pancakes (Passover)

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:29:02 -0400

This "Bon Appétit" recipe works very well with virtually any green, including spinach, kale, or some spring mix. -- posted by blucoat

Passover Carrot Pudding Cups

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:30:12 -0400

These make a delightful, light dish for a Seder. The pudding cups are a simple side with a mellow carrot flavor and a citrus note. Recipe is from Rosalyn Tauber and was printed in "Gourmet Magazine" (April 2006). You can add a little grated ginger (1/2 tsp) for extra zing. Cook's Notes: ·Carrot cups can be made 1 day ahead and cooled completely, then chilled in an airtight container. Reheat carrot cups on a baking sheet in a 350°F oven until hot, 5 to 10 minutes. ·If you can't find matzo cake meal, finely grind regular matzo meal in a blender. cups and turn out onto a serving dish. Serve warm. -- posted by blucoat

Passover Raspberry Cocoa Torte

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:36:10 -0400

From the Aish.org web site - gebroks -- posted by Mrsspeevs

Passover Strawberry Shortcake

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:42:59 -0400

This is from the aish.org website - gebroks -- posted by Mrsspeevs

Passover Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:01:01 -0400

These delicate little almond cookies, from "Gourmet" (April 2006), are really delicious. They don't taste like Passover cookies and are good enough to eat year-round. The contrast between the crisp cookie and gooey-sweet jam is pretty addictive; you may want to double the recipe. You can substitute a whole almond for the jam, if you prefer. If you like marzipan, you'll love these! And they are quick to whip up. Dough requires 1/2 hour to chill. -- posted by blucoat

Cornmeal,scallion and Cheese Loaf

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:06:52 -0400

This Roumanian dish is traditionally eaten during Shavuoth, the "dairy " holiday. The name given to me for this was Malai. It takes a bit of prep time, but well worth the effort. It is delicious, freezes well and nutritious. Serve with salad for lunch, or as a side with a fish meal. -- posted by Chef #358821

Confetti Vegetable Kugel (Passover)

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:27:55 -0400

A colourful, light, delicious, and healthy recipe from Norene Gilletz's wonderful cookbook, "Healthy Helpings". Variations: Mixture can be baked in sprayed muffin tins at 375°F for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown. Recipe may be halved. Bake in a 1 1/2 quart greased casserole for 45 to 55 minutes. -- posted by blucoat

Crispy Passover Cookies (Gluten-Free)

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:05:51 -0400

I found this really tasty recipe on an online forum. It could not be easier to throw together (dough can be mixed by hand) and tastes much better than the usual Passover cookies. Dough can be frozen and recipe can be halved. Recipe makes 4 dozen small cookies on 2 cookie sheets. -- posted by blucoat

Potato and Cheese Mina (Passover Matzo Pie)

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:46:41 -0400

This simple & delicious recipe is from New York's much-loved "Capsouto Frères Restaurant". Mina is a traditional Sephardic Passover pie. It can be prepared a day in advance and kept refrigerated. Reheat in 325ºF oven for 10-15 minutes. -- posted by blucoat

Matzoh Brie (Fried Matzoh)

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:09:44 -0400

To all my friends who may not be familiar with Old Testament cuisine, matzoh is the unleavened bread that the Jews were in the midst of making when they had to quickly leave Egypt and didn't have time to wait for the yeast to work. If you go into most any New York City delicatessen and ask the waiter what matzoh brie is, he'll probably say "scrambled eggs and matzoh!" Period!! I would prefer to think of matzoh brie as the Jewish answer to French toast. So, please, don't wait for Passover to enjoy this wonderful treat. You can have it for breakfast, brunch, or even a midnight snack...anytime of the year. Many people, including me, enjoy a savory version (and at the end of the recipe instructions, I have that version), but, I'm usually in the mood for sweet, so, I like my matzoh brie sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar and accompanied with orange marmalade. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Easy Cholent

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 14:24:18 -0400

A simple cholent made with canned beans. Put in the crock pot just b4 shabbat (Friday) and eat for shabbat lunch (Saturday). The meat can be anything from beef cubes to short ribs to brisket. Use fresh potatoes if you wish. -- posted by Ilysse

Polish Apple & Carrot Tzimmes (Passover)

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 01:35:01 -0400

This is an excellent recipe from Joan Nathan's classic cookbook, "Jewish Cooking in America". -- posted by blucoat

Joan Nathan's Matzo Balls

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 01:45:41 -0400

This is Joan Nathan's own recipe for matzo balls. It's lightly spiced for a nice (but not too different) change from the plain matzo ball. Dough requires a few hours of refrigeration. -- posted by blucoat

Matzahbrai / Matzohbrai / Matzia

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:10:25 -0400

My grandpa's recipe for a matza and eggs pie. -- posted by Jungle Cookbook

Exceptional Passover Brownies

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 15:52:14 -0400

This recipe is from Claire Sauerhoff, pastry chef and owner of a New York bakery called "The Exceptional Brownie". Her bakery won COPIA'S "Best Darn Brownie Contest". To achieve a fudgy result, be careful that you don't overbake the brownies. After 35 minutes, begin to test for doneness with a cake tester or a toothpick that you stick in the middle of the pan. You're looking for the tester to come out with just a little batter on the end. -- posted by blucoat

Spinach and Matzoh Pie (Passover)

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:02:39 -0400

This easy and delirious dairy recipe is from "Gourmet Magazine" (April 2008). It's similar to a spanakopita. It's great served warm as a main dish, or cold, in small slices, as an appetizer. Cooks' note: Pie can be assembled (but not baked) 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. -- posted by blucoat

Dairy Matzo Lasagna

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:03:37 -0400

Adapted from a recipe on Martha Stewart's website. -- posted by DrGaellon

Scacchi (Passover Lasagna)

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:06:48 -0400

Adapted from a recipe in Joyce Goldstein's _Cucina Ebraica_. This Italian-Jewish recipe is layered like a lasagna, with both a meat and vegetable filling. No cheese or tomato sauce here, and matzos are used in place of noodles. -- posted by DrGaellon

Passover Apple Cake With Candied Nut Topping

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:10:26 -0400

This moist & delicious pareve cake recipe is from Arthur Schwartz's cookbook, "Jewish Home Cooking: Yiddish Recipes Revisited". Use use Golden Delicious or Crispin apples or another kind that keep its shape when cooked. The cake improves with age. Keep the cake in its dish, covered tightly with plastic, and the next day the topping will have become a moist, candy-like coating. -- posted by blucoat

Potato Kugel (Passover & Gluten-Free)

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:08:59 -0400

This is an easy, traditional, and delicious potato kugel (potato pudding) recipe from the Jewish cookbook, "Passover by Design: Picture Perfect Kosher by Design Recipes for the Holiday", by Susie Fishbein. -- posted by blucoat

Terra Chip Chicken Breasts

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 23:56:17 -0400

This is a quick, easy and yummy recipe that is like a gourmet version of chicken schnitzel. From the cookbook, "Gatherings: Creative Kosher Cooking from Our Families to Yours" (Netivot HaTorah). Tips: To crush chips and still maintain texture, put them into a sealable plastic bag and use a rolling pin for crushing. For a finer texture, crush chips in a food processor. -- posted by blucoat

Double Mushroom Chicken

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 01:18:47 -0400

This chicken is superb. Your guests won't be able to guess what the great topping is made of. the cookbook, "Gatherings: Creative Kosher Cooking from Our Families to Yours" (Netivot HaTorah). To reheat, cover pan with foil. -- posted by blucoat

Italian Charoset

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:45:13 -0400

Charoset is a special relish used at the Passover seder as a reminder of the mortar and bricks used by the Israelites when they were slaves to Pharaoh. Its taste recalls the sweetness of freedom. This is a classic version made by the Jews of Italy. -- posted by Chef #1242379

Comforting Cabbage Apple Kugel

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:25:16 -0400

This is a wonderful, mildly sweet kugel from Crescent Dragonwagons cookbook, "The Passionate Vegetarian". The cabbage, slowly cooked, almost caramelizes. You can add ¾ tsp. cinnamon and/or ½ cup toasted chopped walnuts or almonds. -- posted by blucoat

Grilled Falafel

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 15:30:45 -0400

This delicious and healthier version of falafel is from Faye Levy's wonderful cookbook "1000 Jewish Recipes". -- posted by blucoat

Lisa's Prize-Winning Noodle Kugel

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:00:00 -0400

This kugel won first prize at Yiddishkayt LA's "Kugl Kukh-Off". Unlike most creamy kugels, this one is sweetened with honey rather than sugar and has a very delicate flavour. Sometimes Lisa adds vanilla, pours in whole milk for a lighter result, or adds extra butter or cream cheese for an even more luscious kugel. Enjoy! -- posted by blucoat

Pecan-Praline Cheesecake With Caramel Sauce

Sat, 02 May 2009 16:27:27 -0400

You can use store-bought pralines to make the crust for this fluffy cheesecake, but Big Sugars quick praline recipe is worth the extra effort, as is the buttery caramel sauce that gets pooled on top.;) Recipe by Lisa Ritter. From: Big Sugar's Blockbuster Desserts, published in the March 2008 edition of Food & Wine Magazine. Chilling Time - overnight. -- posted by Manami

Stage Deli's World Famous Cheese Blintzes

Mon, 25 May 2009 22:39:02 -0400

Recipe is for the renowned blintzes at New York's Stage Deli. It was printed in an old Gourmet Magazine (January 1997). Serve with sour cream and sugar as toppings, and with assorted fruit jams. You can also sautee this in a crepe pan or skillet rather than baking. -- posted by blucoat

Cupcake Cheese Blintzes

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:33:00 -0400

This is an easy short-cut recipe for blintzes bakes in a muffin tin. It's from the cookbook, "Kosher by Design", by Suzie Fishbein. -- posted by blucoat

Crock-Pot / Slow-Cooker Cheesecake

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:38:15 -0400

This is an easy recipe for a cheesecake with an unbelievably silky texture because the machine steams the cake as it bakes. Recipe is from Beth Hensperger and was printed in "Food & Wine" (November 2007). You must resist the urge to peek inside as it is cookingthe lid must stay closed to retain heat. Cake must be chilled for at least 4 hours. -- posted by blucoat

Joan Nathan's Classic Cheesecake

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:39:37 -0400

This easy and delicious recipe is from the cookbook, "The Jewish Holiday Kitchen", by Joan Nathan. Cake needs 1 1/2 hours cooling time. -- posted by blucoat

Spinach Tidbits

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:42:05 -0400

This great appetizer recipe could not be easier and they are so tasty, even kids will love them! The recipe is from "Quick and Kosher: Recipes from the Bride Who Knew Nothing", by Jamie Geller. These can be prepared ahead of time by freezing tidbits after step 3. Freeze them on the cookie sheet & then transfer to a sealable bag for easy storage. Don't thaw before baking; just increase baking time by 20 minutes. -- posted by blucoat

Cottage Cheese Pancakes (Levivot)

Thu, 28 May 2009 01:30:44 -0400

This delicious, traditional Jewish recipe is from Joan Nathans wonderful cookbook, The Foods of Israel Today. Use the cinnamon and sugar for a sweeter pancake. You can also add a little vanilla . -- posted by blucoat

Passover Brisket

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 02:56:01 -0400

Here, in America, brisket is the traditional centerpiece of Jewish holiday feasts. This entree is kosher for Passover (or can be used for any other feast). It's best to make the brisket the day before you plan to serve it. By eHow Holidays and Celebrations Editor, How to Make Passover Brisket.;) -- posted by Manami

Smoked Trout Spread

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:34:53 -0400

This healthy, easy, and tasty recipe is from the James Beard award-winning "The New Mayo Clinic Cookbook". -- posted by blucoat

Passover Banana Nut Cake

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:18:55 -0400

Barbara Dubroff's recipe -- posted by Chef #1298498

Carrot, Apple, and Sweet Potato Tzimmes

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:20:12 -0400

a great passover side dish option -- posted by Chef #1298498

Passover Chocolate Cake

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:20:49 -0400

.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Passover Chocolate Mousse Cake

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:22:16 -0400

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Bagelach

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:28:10 -0400

passover "bagel" rolls -- posted by Chef #1298498

Matzo Vegetable Strata

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:29:06 -0400

.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Passover Nut Cake

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:29:36 -0400

.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Passover Brownies

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:29:49 -0400

My Mom's brownies with a secret ingredient.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Charoset

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:29:53 -0400

The Best Mortar I even had. Simple -- posted by Chef #1298498

Potato Kugel

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:30:10 -0400

mom's -- posted by Chef #1298498

Passover Chocolate Roulade

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:30:15 -0400

.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Knedelach

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:31:02 -0400

.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Matzo Stuffing

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:31:46 -0400

.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Souffle of Chocolate Torte

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:35:27 -0400

.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Passover Spinach Kugel

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:35:47 -0400

.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Passover Sponge Cake

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:35:57 -0400

mom's recipe -- posted by Chef #1298498

Tropical Fruit Compote

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:36:19 -0400

.. -- posted by Chef #1298498

Passover Cookies

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:15:05 -0400

Mom's *best* . Simple, but awesome -- posted by Chef #1298498

Marcia's Chopped Liver

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:27:00 -0400

I was going to a party and a friend suggested I make chopped liver. Without admitting it was not in my repertoire, I said sure. Then I solicited recipes from all my friends and relatives. This is from my sister-in-law, Marcia. Everything I read says the more eggs, the fluffier -- posted by MacroAlan

Won Ton Wrapped Chicken With Apricot Dipping Sauce

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:58:17 -0400

This is a great appetizer or main dish from "Kosher By Design" by Susie Fishbein. The sweetness makes it perfect for Rosh Hashanah. To make a pareve recipe, replace the chicken with 2 cans of salmon (skins and bones removed). Although this is a very easy recipe, the chicken must marinate for at least 8 hours so start this one the day before. For a healthier option,you can bake these in the oven. Serves 8 as a main course. -- posted by blucoat

Easy No-Knead Challah Bread

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:08:21 -0400

A fabulously easy recipe from "Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day" by Jeff Hertzberg and Zoe Francois that bakes a beautiful golden laof. This recipe takes very little effort (you basically need to mix ingredients in a bowl for a minute), but you do need to give the dough time to rise. Makes four 1-pound loaves. The recipe is easily doubled or halved. You can freeze or refrigerate unused dough. -- posted by blucoat

Saffron Challah

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:21:30 -0400

A traditional Jewish Sabbath/holiday bread, enriched with the color and flavor of saffron. Toast it to bring out the floral notes of the saffron. Also makes great French toast, especially when a day or two old. Adapted from a recipe at Wild Yeast Blog http://bit.ly/a15Jh -- posted by DrGaellon

Minestra Di Esau (Lentil Soup W. Meatballs)

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:25:07 -0400

Yummy soup, just in time for fall. From the cookbook Cucina Ebraica. This is a Jewish-Italian cookbook with great recipes. Prep time includes time for the lentils to soak. -- posted by Ilysse

Rugelach

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:55:44 -0400

This recipe was found online some time agoon epicurious.com and is the closes thing to my gradmoms. I was short of time so I made dough slightly thinner when I refrigerated it. So my total time was 4 hours chilling instead of 8 -- posted by Esther in Atlanta, GA

Egg Bagels

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 02:57:02 -0400

Note "malt drink powder" IS NOT OVALTINE. It's actually MALT POWDER, which is available from baking suppliers or brewing suppliers. If you can't get it, use malt syrup, honey or brown sugar. The retardation step (refrigerating the formed bagels) is necessary for proper hydration and flavor development; don't skip it! Adapted by Michelle at Brown-Eyed Baker from Peter Reinhart's recipe as published in _The Bread Baker's Apprentice_. http://bit.ly/4wVmig -- posted by DrGaellon

Low Fat Latkes for Hanukkah

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 14:50:21 -0500

This recipe is on http://www.thekosherchannel.com where you can find out lots of interesting things about Hanukkah. Getting the consistency right is important. Shred, then lightly chop, the potato and onion. A food processor works best. Brushing a bit of oil in the muffin tin cups helps them brown nicely. And be sure the oven is preheated to 425 degrees before baking. Happy Hanukkah! -- posted by Renee in Yerushalayim

Mock Gefilte Fish

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:23:42 -0500

Both my father and my aunt served this during those months, when fresh carp is not available. There are many versions of " Gefilte Fish", "Fish Balls", "Falsher Fish" or what my dad called "Polish Carp". Theirs was sweeter than most others I sampled, but it must closely resemble the taste they remembered from their home in Sosnowitz, Poland. Unfortunately I could not ask them for their recipe, so I adapted the one I found in Harriet Roth's "Deliciously Healthy Jewish Cooking". -- posted by soscha

Hanukkah Cupcake Menorah

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 10:43:56 -0500

I think this Cupcake Menorah as a Hanukkah activity for kids is such a cute and easy idea. You can start with any boxed cake mix recipe and use ready made frosting or make your favorite basic cake and frosting recipe Make a healthier choice using these recipes for Banana Bread or Carrot Cake. Just bake them in muffin tins and spread these with cream cheese frosting when cool. From www.thekosherchannel.com -- posted by Renee in Yerushalayim

Evan Kleiman's Potato Latkes

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 20:36:41 -0500

This simple recipe is the one Evan's mother and now Evan have been making for years. Evan Kleiman is the chef owner of LA's Angeli Caffe, and best-selling author of numerous cookbooks, including "Cucina Fresca" and "Pasta Fresca". -- posted by blucoat

Perfect Potato Latkes

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:22:39 -0500

I have been making latkes for years. I have finally perfected the recipe. -- posted by I'm cookin', good lookin!

Marcy Goldman's World Famous Potato Pancakes Latkes

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 14:14:25 -0500

This latke recipe is from Marcy Goldman's new cookbook, "The 10th Anniversary Edition of A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking". It uses an unusual method - parboiling the potatoes first. These will be the lightest, crispiest and fastest potato pancakes you ever made! For kids or onion haters, use 1 teaspoon onion powder instead of the grated onion. Make these bite-size for a tender centre and crisp outside and use tongs for both putting the batter in the oil and taking the latkes out. -- posted by blucoat

Light & Flaky Cinnamon Rugelach

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 15:18:14 -0500

The ingredients might look the same as other recipes, but the technique is unique and the "secret" ingredient won Tina Wasserman's reputation as a baker and is now one of her most sought-after recipes. (Tina is a well-known Dallas cookbook author, chef, food columnist, and cooking instructor.) The mixing technique of the mixer allows the cream cheese and butter to really combine and become light and airy. This results in a flaky, crisp, but tender, finished product. The vigorous beating of the butter and cream cheese before adding the flour creates a light, layered dough similar to puff pastry. Rolling the dough in confectioners' sugar to give a slight glaze to the finished pastry and helps balance the richness of the dough with the sweet filling. Make sure the dough is well chilled or it will not roll out properly. *NOTE: In general, it is not a good idea to use salted butter in baked goods. However, because of the lack of liquid in rugelach dough, salted butter is the only way to get the salt evenly distributed. (The addition of a little salt is important to the flavor.) -- posted by blucoat

Unleavened Herbed Bread

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:17:45 -0500

This recipe makes excellent wraps during the Days of Unleavened Bread. The original recipe came from "Savoring the Sabbaths" cookbook published by United Church of God but over the years I've tweaked it a bit to match our families personal tastes. I like to keep the dry ingredients mixed together as a ready mix to save time during my Holy Day prep. days. -- posted by Banriona Aeval