When you have the right challah recipe, it just makes every Shabbos and Yom Tov meal right. Sharing a challah recipe comes with anxiety. There is nothing worse than someone trying your challah recipe to find that it doesn’t work out for them. But, we’ve been loving these challahs for the last few years and…
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How Much Dough Belongs in Each Kind of Challah Pan?
Yes, you can make perfect, evenly-sized challah that fill your pan! Here’s a guide. Do you want your challahs to be evenly sized, or better yet, do you ever wonder how much is the ideal amount of dough to fit in each size challah pan? Here’s a guide. The weights listed below refers to the…
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 Save Print Ingredients 1 store bought pizza dough (defrosted, if using frozen) Approximately 1 ½ cups shredded…
How to Adjust Your Challah Dough on a Humid Day
Yes, weather will affect your challah dough. On warmer days, it might seem like your regular recipe just isn’t working. Here’s how to troubleshoot. When it comes to challah dough, intuitive baking is the key to achieving the perfect result. I often say that when making challah, by machine or by hand, the quantity of…
One Trick to Make Frozen Bread Feel and Taste Fresh
No bakery on your corner? No worries. Bread from your freezer can also be soft and fresh-tasting if you know this little trick. If you grew up in Europe like Renee Muller, then it’s likely your childhood mornings included walks to the bakery to buy a fresh loaf of bread for breakfast. And while there’s…
Rochie Pinson Answers All Your Challah Questions Right Here!
Updated: The Challah Hotline is now closed, but you can see all the challah questions and Rochie’s answers in the comment section below! Have challah quandaries? Want your questions answered? Join us tonight as Rochie Pinson answers your questions right here on Between Carpools Tonight, Between Carpools is hosting Rebbetzin Rochie Pinson, author of Rising:…
The Feel Good 5 Grain Challah
You will have your family raving about this 5 grain challah. Guaranteed. Move over whole wheat challah. There’s a new kid on the block. And this one is a 5 grain challah that has seeds, grains, and all kinds of organic stuff that will even make you feel good about finishing that 5th piece of…
4 Must-Try Flatbreads for Your Party (or Just an Easy Dinner!)
When it comes to flatbreads, the more varieties, the better. They make a super fun appetizer (your guests will want to try each one) or a really easy weeknight meal. Here are our flatbread picks. Did you ever see one of these ready-made flatbreads at your local grocery? Didn’t realize you can do so much…
The New Must-Make Hamantasch This Purim: Challah-Taschen
Make sweet or savory challah-taschen for your Purim Seudah. With surprise fillings inside, they’ll be a huge hit! Here’s how to do it. About 4 years ago, not long after I began my challah business, I came up with this idea as a fun twist on the traditional hamantashen. Since challah is kind of my…
Which Egg Wash Produces the Shiniest Challah?
Does the type of egg wash you use really make a difference? Can you use just leftover egg white or do you need to crack open a new egg? We took the task to heart, and tested 9 different ways you can top your challah. This post is part of a “Shabbos Potluck,” where lots…
