With darker days and the start of sweater weather, now is the time to start serving soups. A while back we shared what we each have try to have in our freezers, we all agreed that soups are that must-have freezer item. You can cook a large pot of soup, divide and freeze for another…
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These Acai Cups are Perfect for Teens to Bring to School
Do you need a grab and go solution for breakfast or a midmorning snack? My friends and I have been working a while to find the perfect consistency for our Acai Cups. The challenge? We don’t eat them fresh. Rather, we grab them in the morning to enjoy at the time of our first break…
9×13 Life: How to Cook Affordable Shoulder Steak
You need just a couple of minutes of prep time for a delicious shoulder steak dinner. Shoulder steak is an affordable cut of meat that can make a festive weekday dinner or even a quick Friday night main dish. And unlike a roast, there’s no need to cool and slice, so you can even prepare…
Move Over Beef Jerky: Cured Tuna is the New Kid in Town
So easy to make, you’ll be enjoying this fun tuna appetizer all the days of Sukkos. So here’s the back story. My sister and brother-in-law came to join us for Shabbos recently. They brought along all the fish for Shabbos. Besides for the more typical fish options, they also brought along these strips of tuna…
Make These Tender Beer Braised Short Ribs for Yom Tov
If you’re tired of barbecue sauce and meats with overly sweet sauces, then you’ve clicked on the right ribs recipe. These are elegant, tender, and have just the right touch of sweetness. If you want to stay away from recipes that depend on lots of really sugary sauces…but want a recipe that’s more fresh and…
Don’t Want to Serve Plain Rice? This Rice Is Fitting for Yom Tov.
Upgrade your side dish this Yom Tov with Roasted Vegetables Rice. Side dishes. It’s the one dish that comes as an afterthought for most. And while you can totally serve plain rice, there is always something about serving things a bit upgraded for Yom Tov. This one even reheats nicely! And you can even make…
The Healthy-Ish Apple Date Crumble (That Just Happens to be Gluten Free Too)
It’s still dessert, but this apple date crumble will have you feeling good as you end the meal. Salads should be healthy. Desserts, not. I’ve learned that it’s very hard to make a completely healthy dessert that’ll give you that after-the-meal satisfaction that desserts are supposed to bring (there are some rare exceptions). Rather than…
This Pomegranate Salmon Has Only Three Ingredients
This pomegranate salmon recipe is a favorite in our house all year round, but it’s the perfect time for you to try it right now. This pomegranate glaze is a staple in my refrigerator. The glaze is made from only two ingredients — pomegranate juice (such as POM) and a bit of sugar. But because…
An Amazing Shabbos Dip Without Mayo! Try This Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
Want a new super quick, no mayo dip to add to your rotation? This sun-dried tomato dip uses freezer and pantry staples so you can make it any time. Sun-dried tomatoes pack a lot of flavor into a small bite, so this dip (or spread) goes a long way. Don’t just serve it with challah…
Shabbos Lunch or Shalosh Seudos? This Tomato Olive Salad Is Great Pareve or Dairy
The tomatoes you planted are growing like crazy and you need some fresh ways to serve them. We’ve got a super-easy salad you’re going to love! This salad is a favorite in my house, but it really shines in summer when the tomatoes are full of flavor. And it’s super easy to throw together for…