If you don’t want to use plastic on your table, what’s the right way to clean up? I don’t remember what I did before the vinyl tablecloth days, that era when tablecloths became easy to wipe up. Since I switched back to using a traditional tablecloth a couple of years ago, I’ve had a quandary….
Shabbat
How to Make a Great Jalapeno Dip
It’s not too spicy, but it still has that kick. Is jalapeno one of your favorite dips on the Shabbos table? Now you can make it even better (and adjust the heat to your family’s liking!). Make adjustments by adding more jalapeno, or removing seeds from the one that’s included in the recipe. Jalapeno Dip…
Just Throw It All In and You Have The Most Refreshing Tomato Dip
If you have a food processor or mini chopper, this refreshing tomato salad/dip comes together in one whirl. My 12-year-old niece, Suri Brier, made this salad for Shabbos and everyone loved it! (Yes, she’s 12! We don’t discriminate against kids! If a recipe is good, it’s good, even if it was created by a pre-teen)….
This Pareve Cholent Baked in the Oven in a 9×13 (and It’s Amazing!)
You can prep it in minutes, and the whole family will be full and happy (especially if they’re the type that typically needs their fleishigs). With a family that doesn’t eat many dairy foods, the nine days can be a bit challenging. I’ve always made pareve cholent for dinner on one of the days since…
This Diced Mozzarella Salad is *Perfect* for Summer Shalosh Seudos
Whether you want a salad or a sandwich, this is just the thing. Finally, in the summertime, seudah shelishit becomes a meal we’re actually ready for (vs. in the winter when it seems like it’s too close to lunch!). And even better: we can have dairy! Now, I never understood why people chose to prepare…
Did You Ever Find It Hard to Find Places for Guests When Making a Simcha?
Mishkan Aharon Hachnosas Orchim Center aims to make it easier for relatives to join you for these special occasions. Learn all about this interesting project! Many generous individuals in Lakewood regularly open their homes to single guests such as meshulachim or lone visitors to town, but when it comes time to find places for multiple…
How to Serve a Perfectly Cooked Steak on Shabbos
It makes sense that we always prepare slow-braised meats for Shabbat. But is it even possible to have a medium-rare steak? Actually, yes. I remember, years ago, when my children were very young and not yet meat eaters, I would prepare a steak for my husband for the main dish on Friday night. We definitely…
No Oven On? Crock-Pot BBQ Brisket Is the Perfect Hot Main Dish
Put up this brisket ahead of time and it’s hot and ready when you need it. One of my personal favorite recipes in Dinner Done cookbook is the Oven-Smoked BBQ Brisket (page 130). I’ve made it so many times I even made a Pesach version (I will share it next Pesach!). I realized it freezes…
These Shiitake Ribs Are One Amazing Yom Tov Main (Works With Most Meats)
This meat recipe uses pantry ingredients…and you’ll be sure to hear a “wow.” I think I know my ribs. Short ribs is one of the favorite cuts of meat in my house, and I like it because I can purchase the specific quantity I need to feed my specific crowd…no huge roast necessary. Some people…
Arranging Fresh Flowers Doesn’t Need To Be Hard
It’s especially easy with the help of these simple tools! If you know me, even a little, you will know that I love having fresh flowers everywhere. Seriously though, everywhere. If I have guests, I will tend to get the flowers before I plan a menu or head to the grocery store. My reasoning is…