Recipes
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The Best Dairy Cinnamon Buns with Cream Cheese Frosting
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My kids always beg me to make these dairy cinnamon buns. A couple of years ago, while on vacation, I met a friend who was enjoying certified kosher, yet chalav stam, Cinnabons at a mall. When she said that I could not make something that good on my own in a chalav Yisrael version, I…
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Even the Kids Can Make These Cheesy Garlic Knots!

Serve these cheesy garlic knots with soup and/or salad for a light, crowd-pleasing meal any time of year. They’re super easy, family-friendly – and the kids can even make these garlic knots for you! Cheesy Garlic Knots Ingredients 1 store bought pizza dough (defrosted, if using frozen) Approximately 1 ½ cups shredded cheese ½ stick…
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This is the Easiest Creamiest Ziti of Your Life–You Don’t Even Need a Pot!
When I first learned this no-pot trick for making ziti my first thought was, “Where was this dish my whole life?” “Thank you so much for the meal the other day,” one sister-in-law, who had recently had a baby, told another. The three of us were out to lunch one afternoon. “Oh, it was nothing.…
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This Shawarma Sheet Pan Chicken is Going on Your Dinner Rotation
This shawarma sheet pan chicken dinner is a simple, tasty family favorite. In the past I’ve stated that I’m not a huge fan of sheet pan dinners. My main complaint is that it doesn’t work well for a large family. If you need to make 5-6 sheet pans to feed your family and it takes…
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How to Make a Great Iced Coffee on Shabbos (or Anytime)
It’s so simple to make this iced coffee, you’ll be sipping it all summer long. I never really thought that my little simple method for making an easy iced coffee was a big deal. Then, one day, I hosted lots of people for a barbecue. And it was really hot. And one guest arrived, debating…
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Forget Cereal, Eggs, or Even Yogurt. We’re Having Acai Bowls for Breakfast.
Acai bowls are a breakfast that’s worth waking up for. Blend, top, and enjoy! It all started when I spotted these kosher-certified Frozen Acai Packets at Wegmans. Then, Esti spotted a 12 pack (even better) at Costco. Breakfast was about to get really exciting. Acai bowls are really simple to make. They’re basically thick fruit…
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Just What You Want This Week: Quick, Tangy Grilled Chicken
Looking for a great grilled chicken marinade? This one hits all the flavor points. My younger sister is one of those cooks who cooks and bakes as if she’s performing a science experiment. When baking, she measures her ingredients on a scale, and while cooking she’s always thinking of balancing flavors. One day she came…
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Chimichurri Skirt Steak
Tired of sliders, hot dogs, and even chicken skewers? Try chimichurri skirt steak at your next barbecue. I serve this skirt steak alongside a salad, but have also paired it with mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables. It’s also awesome because of how common the ingredients are. You’ll love this one! To learn how to prep…
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These Oreo Pops Are Way Too Adorable
They’re no-bake and can be made to match any color scheme. Sandwich cookie pops are great for a simcha, and are an easy last-minute addition to any meal or party. Colored Sandwich Cookie Pops 1 package chocolate sandwich cookies 1 semi-sweet baking bar 3 different colored baking bars 1 package mini popsicle sticks Parchment lined…
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Tuna Bites
This light and refreshing tuna appetizer is fun to make, fun to assemble, and fun to eat. Our Pulled Beef Tacos have become almost a weekly staple in my house. And this lighter version, where the wontons are baked and not fried, is popular too! Serve it for seudah shelishit, a sheva brachos appetizer, or…
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