We visited and cooked with a long time friend. For a few years, I’ve been admiring my friend Eti Efinger from afar. It’s been 20 years since we went to seminary together but I still learn from her, even though she’s raising her family of nine children far away in Bnei Brak. Eti is one…
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Shalosh Seudos or Poolside Lunch? The Perfect Tuna Salad for Any Summer Meal
Even if you’re not a tuna fan, you’ll love this gorgeous salad. And if you do like tuna, then this will be your favorite way to enjoy it. I originally called this recipe “Lunch for Mom by the Pool,” because it happens to be that kind of healthy and delicious tuna dish that you’d want…
Yemenite Beef Soup
This popular soup isn’t only your favorite–it’s also a favorite in the Fishbein household. There are many iconic Susie Fishbein recipes–but when we asked Susie Fishbein which her family loves the most, these Chicken Wontons and this Yemenite Beef Soup topped the list. Read more about Susie family favorites in this post. BCP: Is there…
Confetti Orzo. Because We Need Make Ahead Sides That Can Be Frozen Too!
There are lots of delicious things in the world. But we really need things that are both practical and delicious, dishes that can be made ahead, and still taste like they were made fresh. Like this Confetti Orzo. This recipe I originally published in Fresh and Easy Kosher Cooking. It’s a great side dish that…
Knafeh: the Syrian Answer to Cheesecake
You can make the best of Israeli shuk street food in your own kitchen. Editor’s note: A few years ago on a trip to Israel, I took a tour of the Machane Yehuda shuk with Tova In Israel. She introduced us to this most incredible dish and there was no turning back. Every time I…
Make Cozy Meat Pasta in 8 Minutes in an Instant Pot
These days, you’re in multitasking overdrive and you don’t have much time. You need simple family-friendly meals that will please everyone. The Instant Pot can help. This meat pasta dish is one meal. In one pot. That everyone will love. In EIGHT minutes. I don’t need to say much except stick to shell pasta because…
The Deeply Flavorful Pareve French Onion Soup
It doesn’t take a lot of ingredients, but all it does take is patience. One day back in February, some of us gathered by Sina Mizrahi’s home for lunch. She had invited some friends over “just because.” (How much would we appreciate being able to get together today!). One of the dishes she served that…
You Can Make This Chocolate Popcorn Now–And Freeze It!
Beat the rush and create a unique chocolate popcorn treat Chocolate popcorn is one of my oldies but goodies. There was a time when I’d make it every single week as a dessert for Shabbat. I’d serve it in a big jar and we’d sit around the Shabbat table late into the night, schmoozing while…
Basics: A Sushi Dinner Isn’t Complete Without Sweet Sauce
It’s easy to make the essential sushi dipping sauce. Everyone knows that sushi is always better with the condiments, including spicy mayo (mayo and sriracha sauce, quantity depends on desired heat) and that thick, sweet, teriyaki-like concoction known as sweet sauce. It’s simple to make too. Simply boil the ingredients together until thickened. Then dip…
This Low-Cal Grilled Chicken Salad Has Some Tang!
With an array of citrus fruits, healthy grilled chicken, and hearty greens, this salad is a burst of sunshine in the winter. Now that you’ve got your grill pan, as discussed in this post, what do you do with it? My clients are familiar with my dinner outline. This recipe below meets my requirements for…
