Don’t you just love those recipes? Salmon is the one dish that always welcomes a new recipe. With many Yom Tov meals, Shabbos meals, one can never have enough. Are we right? Also, an effortless but tasty recipe is always a winner. Shaindy got this recipe from a friend, who got it from a friend,…
Shabbos & Yom Tov
How Do You Make Your Cholent?
Want to change it up? We peeked into each other’s slow cookers for ideas. I always thought that cholent was the kind of thing you don’t touch. And if I ever wanted to experiment and make another cholent, I’d have to make two cholents, just in case the new one didn’t work out. My cholent…
Love Oyster Steak? This Salad is your New Shabbos Appetizer
Oyster steak is tasty, chewy, and juicy meat. Now you can serve them in this salad for your first course. Splendid on the plate and sumptuous in the mouth, this appetizer is a must for one of your upcoming meals! This was inspired by my family’s love of oyster steak. I was looking for a…
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…
The Pecan & Pumpkin Crunch Dessert We’re Enjoying This Fall
Once October hits, anything with pumpkin and cinnamon simply sounds tempting and comforting. Are you looking for a dessert that’s a bit different? Perhaps something you could prepare ahead, bake fresh, and serve warm in the sukkah? Here it is! Don’t be skeptical when you’re adding those ingredients to the mixer! The final result…
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…
Upgraded Roasted Vegetable Rice
Jazz up your side dish this Yom Tov with Roasted Veggie 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…
What Do You Have in the Freezer for Yom Tov? Oh, Just Some Crumbs.
Get your crumbs ready now and your Yom Tov desserts will be mostly done. Many of our favorite desserts involve some kind of crumb topping. Fruit desserts are very popular, especially now when Rosh Hashanah means apples … and then Sukkos is the time we love those warm desserts. But you know what’s really great…
Baking Your Rosh Hashanah Challah? These Are the Best Crumbs for Your Challah + More You Need to Know
The kids are in school, and we can finally clear our heads a bit to prepare for Yom Tov. First on the list? The best challah of the year. Even if you’re not the type to prep ahead, Rosh Hashanah isn’t so far away. If we can get that challah and a couple of desserts…
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…
