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How to Cook Navel Pastrami

by | December 15, 2016 | 23 comment(s)

Morning or night, navel pastrami makes a perfect meal. And here’s my fav ways to enjoy it. My friends always lovingly, of course, laugh at me that I can eat anything fleishig at 11 a.m., especially when pastrami is involved. Don’t you agree that it’s perfect for brunch? There’s something so comforting about a tender,…

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Leah’s Yom Tov Shtreimel Kugel. Plus! What Really Makes the Best Potato Kugel

by | October 06, 2016 | 11 comment(s)

Best Kugel Tips + Kugel Recipe + Two Ways to Prepare an Overnight Kugel There is nothing in the world like a good piece of fresh potato kugel. It seems like everyone has “their” secret tricks to making their best potato kugel the best. Those tips might include techniques like heating the oil, grating by…

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Vacation in a Kitchen-Less Hotel. Now What?

by | August 15, 2016 | 10 comment(s)

5 Days. 2 adults. 4 kids. 15 meals. No kitchen. Seriously? Yes, seriously. Hotel cooking is doable, all you need is a bit of planning and a sink. Also a sandwich maker. Maybe an electric burner. Preferably a hot water kettle.And, of course, a Betty Crocker. But there’s a whole separate post devoted to that.Ok,…

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