Do you make a list every week? Do you ever forget a Shabbat staple and run out on Friday? Here’s one simple solution. I thought I was so organized, with all my menus set weekly on a spreadsheet. Fill in the menu item, list what ingredients were needed, make a shopping list, divided by store…
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Ruth’s 3 Lessons on How to Treat Your Mother-in-Law
While Ruth, the heroine of Shavuos, serves as a role model for us in many ways, it’s interesting to explore her greatness when it comes to the contentious arena of mother/daughter-in-law relationships. Ruth not only afforded her mother-in-law Naomi great respect; she actually clung to her fiercely, refusing to part ways. How does that happen?…
The Creamiest Cheesiest Babka Buns
Warning: These Cheese Babka Buns are too incredibly delicious. You’ll be dreaming about them long after Shavuos is over. When we originally printed this recipe in Dairy Made Easy, it had about half the filling. I like cheese babka with way more filling, so I doubled the filling (even though I don’t use all of it). It…
Basics: How to Make the Perfect Cheese Latkes
Want to make the best cheese latkes? We searched for the best recipe. And bonus: it’s easy too. We went on a search for the perfect cheese latkes, asking all our friends and family to see who had the very best version. This one is a family favorite that’s also quick and easy, and, most…
The Most Beautiful Shavuos Table–Without Spending a Fortune
You can create a grand Shavuos tablescape like this one in no time…even on a budget! Shavuos is all about the flowers and the fresh colors. Filling the house with beautiful blooms brings joy to anyone, and on this specific Yom Tov, it’s an extra special minhag as well. We mimic Har Sinai, and how…
Light and Airy Israeli-Style Cheesecake
Want a no-bake, fluffy, smooth, refreshing cheesecake? This is the one! Add this one to the Shavuos menu and it’ll be part of your Yom Tov memories forever. My mother-in-law used to make this cheesecake, and I remember always loving it. So light and airy, almost like whipped cream…it was so different than the typical…
The Perfect (i.e. Gorgeous!) Placemats and Napkins for Your Shavuos Table
Browse our designs + pick your favorite + personalize them! We’ve made these placemats and napkins just for you in time for Shavuos. If you haven’t started thinking about your Shavuos table, then we’re going to give you a great (and gorgeous) headstart right here. These personalized disposable placemats and napkins are so pretty they…
Miss That Crispy Chicken on Pesach? These Are the Perfect Crispy Schnitzel Crumbs
Make a big batch of these delicious schnitzel crumbs so you’re ready to coat and fry just about any time. For those looking for the perfect crispy schnitzel, Pesach isn’t the week you might get it. Instead, cooks around the world substitute nuts, potato starch…even Betweencarpools posted 6 Ways to Coat Your Chicken. Yet, I…
Let the Kids Feed Themselves Pesach Snacks!
It’s hard to prep and serve every single meal. Why can’t the kids help themselves? They can! This handy snacks list can help you stay stocked or answer the question, “What should I eat?” Pesach is a hectic time in the kitchen. And the days leading into Pesach (and Chol Hamoed) are even more hectic….
These Scalloped Potatoes Are the Go-To We Make Every Pesach
Creamy and just yummy and so comforting…no one gets tired of THESE scalloped potatoes. This is fabulous served the same day you make it (it can be made the night before and rewarmed, but do not freeze). It’s creamy and a real favorite all year round and on Pesach. And though I first created this…
