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…
Shabbos & Yom Tov
Miss That Crispy Chicken on Pesach? These Are the Perfect Crispy Schnitzel Crumbs
Make a big batch of these delicious schnitzel crumbs so you’re ready to coat and fry just about any time. For those looking for the perfect crispy schnitzel, Pesach isn’t the week you might get it. Instead, cooks around the world substitute nuts, potato starch…even Betweencarpools posted 6 Ways to Coat Your Chicken. Yet, I…
Because We Can Never Get Enough of A Great Dip
Another dip is just about the best thing you can add to your Pesach menu. We’ve posted lots of dips. And they were a big hit. So, of course, when we saw that Taste of Pesach 2 had a slew of all-new dips (and Egg Kichel “Chips” for those who don’t eat their matzah…
These Scalloped Potatoes Are the Go-To We Make Every Pesach
Creamy and just yummy and so comforting…no one gets tired of THESE scalloped potatoes. This is fabulous served the same day you make it (it can be made the night before and rewarmed, but do not freeze). It’s creamy and a real favorite all year round and on Pesach. And though I first created this…
This Roasted Tomato and Shallots Chicken is Not Just Another Chicken Recipe
Easy to prep. Check. Minimal ingredients. Check. Loads of flavor. Check. This tomato and shallots chicken is the perfect way to up your game for Yom Tov. Coming up with a Yom Tov menu can be challenging enough; add Pesach to the equation and one might feel a bit at a loss. Our family uses…
The Perfect Easy-Yet-Elegant Fish Appetizer
Dill Salmon is everyone’s favorite. Or it will be. This dill salmon appetizer is so easy, you can add it to your Shabbos menu without a thought. Let it help you make an easy Shabbos this week (isn’t that what you need after Yom Tov?) or serve it to your special Shabbos guests next week….
Steak Milanese is Your Perfect Yom Tov Main
Move over chicken. Steak Milanese (breaded rib steaks) with some beauty sides is the way to go. All my Brazilian cousins like their beef steak Milanese, which means breaded. When I first saw this dish, I couldn’t get over the idea that they treated steaks like I treat chicken cutlets. Not only that, after it…
Scallion Quinoa Patties with Lemon Garlic Paprika Aioli PLUS Esther Deutsch’s Go-To Recipes When Serving Guests
We asked Esther Deutsch what her family loves and what her fans love…and two favorite recipes are simply perfect for Yom Tov. BCP: What are your family’s favorite recipes? Choosing one family favorite recipe is like choosing a favorite song. Mission impossible—there are too many we enjoy! Here are some of our family favorites that…
Pulled Beef Tacos with Mango Salsa
We’ve been enjoying this taco-and-mango salsa combo all summer. But now you’re in on the secret too. Leah: This is the story of when you share a recipe with a friend and she makes it so much better. Renee: One Yom Tov, I wined and dined my in-laws for 3 days. I slaved over all…
It’s All About the Presentation: Passionfruit Mousse
You can make any dessert as pretty as this Passionfruit Mousse in 5 simple steps Every time I get a phone call from someone asking me for a new dessert idea, I cringe. Dessert is my hardest course. (Ask me for a new salad instead.) This summer, my friend Toby Engel sent me a photo…
