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side dishes

Basics: Cheese Kreplach

by | May 18, 2023 | 7 comment(s)

Whether you want the shortcut version or you’ll roll up your sleeves and make them from scratch, you can make your own kreplach. Kreplach may be that one recipe that you don’t make. You either buy it, or wait for your mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, aunt, adopted mom, Rebbetzin… really anyone OLDER than you who knows…

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Gravy Fries

by | April 05, 2023 | 3 comment(s)

They’re an easy, flavorful, and fun casual side. Looking for something fun to serve everyone? These gravy fries are super popular with teenagers. Gravy fries and burgers make the best combo and are a perfect Chol Hamoed Dinner. Serve with crushed tomatoes and Israeli salad for a complete meal. Make the gravy ahead of time…

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Crock-Pot Overnight Potato Kugel Hack (Freezer Version)

by | March 23, 2023 | 9 comment(s)

The easiest way to get a fresh overnight potato kugel on Yom Tov. We can’t believe we’re sharing another overnight kugel recipe, but when we heard there’s a new “Chantzy W hack” we knew we were going to be making it this Pesach–and of, course, we’d have to share it with you.  What are the…

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Caramelized Pearl or Cipollini Onions

by | March 23, 2023 | 7 comment(s)

This is the perfect side dish to your steaks and other meats. Steaks are one of my favorite mains to serve, especially when there’s a long Yom Tov and a lot of meals–everyone appreciates something grilled fresh (even if it’s on a grill pan) as a change from those long braised meats. There’s more about…

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The 9×13 Life: Sushi Rice in the Oven

by | February 08, 2023 | 7 comment(s)

Great rice; no sticky pot to deal with at the end. Sure, sushi is a fun meal that tends to please everyone (make some rice, choose your fillings). It’s useful in lots of recipes besides for sushi too. Some favorites include this Sushi Salad, or the kid-friendly favorite Avocado Crunch Sushi Roll from Dinner Done….

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UPDATED! 26 Kosher Slow Cooker or Crock-Pot Dishes You Will Love

by | January 11, 2023 | 10 comment(s)

Get dinner on the table with these great kosher recipes around the web! UPDATED! We first published this post in the early days of Between Carpools, back in 2016. It quickly became the #1 post on Google when you search “kosher slow cooker” (or “kosher slow cooker recipes”). Slow cooker and Crock-Pot recipes really come in handy…

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The 9×13 Life: Garlic Confit And Blistered Tomato Rice

by | January 04, 2023 | 29 comment(s)

Also known as, the dangerous rice that you can eat all in one sitting. We have baked rice in a 9×13 before and we are ready to do it again. This recipe, though, is very different. More 2023 if you will.  Sometimes, the side dish is the star of the show. You know? This baked…

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This Gluten Free Beef Risotto Can Become Your New Cholent

by | November 07, 2022 | 14 comment(s)

Easier on the stomach even for those who don’t have a gluten free diet, this risotto still has the classic Shabbos taste! We got this recipe from our friend who got it from her friend, who got it from her friend who created it because she wanted a lighter cholent. While some of us were…

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