Yes, it’s mostly Syrian stuff that might not be in your freezer. A second freezer is something that almost every Syrian bride gets soon after marriage. That’s because most of the Syrian staples aren’t only freezer-friendly, but they need to be made in advance and frozen. They’re way too time-consuming to make on a Friday….
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The 5 Things Leah Always Keeps in Her Freezer
Why dirty pots over and over again when you can do it just once? Make big batches of these staples and have them ready in the freezer for when you need ‘em. One of the first articles I wrote for Mishpacha magazine years ago was about things I stock in the freezer. The editor named…
Use a Hot Plate on Shabbos? How to Keep the Food Hot But Not Burning
Sometimes, the little tricks that are obvious to one person might be so helpful to another…like this hot plate technique. Many of the “hacks” we share on Between Carpools are things people do for years and don’t realize that it may be something others don’t know about. Posts that include tips on labeling your baking…
I Run an At-Home Business. And I’m a Yiddishe Mama.
A Yiddishe Mama. Definition: A woman who bakes homemade cookies for her hungry children while wearing an apron and worries if they ate them or not. Or is it? No, I am not wearing an apron as I write this. Actually, I don’t think I even own an apron. I consider myself a “modern” woman:…
Top Seven New Jewish Children’s Series for Your Elementary Age Kids
Wish there was finally quality Jewish literature that enhances your child’s reading skills? There is now! Check out these fantastic series. Yom Tov is coming…and that means if I want to have a tranquil Yom Tov…we need new books! That’s because a child with a good book at his side is never bored (and so…
Updated! 20 Easy Ways to Make the Purim Seudah a Great Meal.
The feathers are flying, the glue gun is working overtime and you’re a little panicked about the delayed shipment from Oriental Trading. But Purim is coming and it’s time to plan that seudah with these crowd-pleasing ideas. First, let’s make sure the kids are happy at this purim seudah. This year, we’re bringing you these…
Purim On A Thursday: 4 Great Shabbos-Themed Mishloach Manos Ideas
When Purim falls on a Thursday, anyone loves a little Shabbos prep help. Enter these mishloach manos. They can be enjoyed Purim day or saved to enhance your recipient’s Shabbos. Wouldn’t it be nice to receive a mishloach manos that is perfect and helpful with the Shabbos prep? Something to set aside, as is, to…
The 9×13 Life: No Mixer Carrot Cake
Leave the mixer in the pantry. Leave the mixing bowls in the drawer. Make carrot cake with just a pan and a spoon. Recently, I’ve gone on a mixer strike. Unless it’s challah or babka, all the other Shabbos cakes must be no-mixer quickies. Like this carrot cake. Here’s a recent favorite recipe that I…
In Honor of Shabbos: Yussi Weisz’s Roasted Jalapeno Dip
Do you love a spicy dip with your challah? Get your jalapeno peppers and let’s get going. When Esti Waldman asked me to create some “heimish” Shabbos recipes with a twist for this series of לכבוד שבת קודש, I couldn’t fall asleep that night. I was thinking about how to take a “heimish” recipe that…
A Great Big List of Healthy Shabbos Foods to Enjoy Guilt-Free
Do you find it difficult to create a healthier, lower calorie Shabbos menu? I put together a list of all of my favorites so you can enjoy a healthy Shabbos with all the foods you love. Find it hard to figure out a way to have your “oneg Shabbos” without getting your diet derailed? Then…