Jewish Geography, Miracles, and Hanukkah; what could these three topics have in common? As it turns out, quite a bit actually. Hanukkah is essentially a celebration of miracles, a belief that the impossible could be accomplished. Jewish geography is what Jewish people talk … [Read more...] about The Eighth Night of Hanukkah
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Chanukah Potato Latkes
Yesterday, as I contemplated the fact that I volunteered to make potato latkes for 17 people this coming Friday night, I decided to do a trial run. Latkes are comfort food on steroids with that fried, crispy, exterior and melt in your mouth tantalizing interior. I took these … [Read more...] about Chanukah Potato Latkes
My Best Brisket
Brisket was a dish I became familiar with after I was married. My Sephardic mother never served this ultimate pot roast when I was growing up. I loved brisket the first time I tasted it. The juicy, melt in your mouth, savory-sweet meat is an easy dish to make for everything … [Read more...] about My Best Brisket
Stuffing with Cajun Sausage and Fennel
I love stuffing, but I can't make it with butter and I don't want to use margarine. The solution, I use a lot of olive oil to sauté the vegetables and I add the spicy oil left from browning the sausage. The rich pan juices or dark salty gelatin that is left after roasting a … [Read more...] about Stuffing with Cajun Sausage and Fennel
Cranberry Orange Sauce
Fresh cranberries are a delight with their tart flavor that blends well with citrus and sweet. The flavor enhances poultry, especially turkey on Thanksgiving. It is wonderful the next day on bread as part of a turkey sandwich or just on morning toast. 1 cup of sugar 1 … [Read more...] about Cranberry Orange Sauce
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