Too hot to cook, make this colorful salad of mango, jicama and corn. It’s sweet and crunchy; and the fresh lime juice makes it sparkle on your tongue. Prep time: 15 minutes
Month: January 2014
Roasted New Potatoes, Pearl Onions and Carrots
Vegetables and carbs all in one dish.
French Meringues
French Meringues are made from egg whites beaten with sugar and a little cream of tartar, salt or lemon juice to help them hold their shape. This process can take on many different uses depending on how you treat the meringue. You can flavor it with vanilla, peppermint or whatever […]
Leek and Potato Soup
Leek and Potato soup is a carb lovers delight. It’s easy to make, creamy, without cream, with the subtle flavor of leeks. Serve with chopped chives and croutons.
Rhubarb With Dried Cranberries
Grated orange rind, dried cranberries and cinnamon make this a more savory than sweet sauce.
Fruit Salad
Fresh is always better than purchased! Prep time: 30 minutes
Chicken/Turkey Pot Pie
In the 1970’s, you could not find Chicken/Turkey Pot Pie on any kosher menu or in any kosher freezer section. These days, I see mini casserole versions being served during the cocktail hour at many kosher events. Creamy chicken and vegetables in pastry crust- what could be better? It was […]
French Toast
When my brother and I were children, Dad decided that the whole family should learn how to ice skate. I’m not really sure how he arrived at this idea. I know that there was a large group of parents and children from the Ramaz School, at which my brother was […]
Coconut Lemon Layer Cake
I saved this recipe for the last of my “In Memory of My Father” posts because, in fact, this Coconut Lemon Layer Cake was the last birthday cake I made him for his 95th birthday-last June 29-just about one year ago. I had made him this same cake for his […]
Chocolate Mousse with Minced Orange Rind
Rich, velvety Chocolate Mousse with Minced Orange Rind is a treat for everyone. Who can resist rich creamy chocolate dotted with bits of candied orange rind. It is almost too good to be true. I like adding coffee to the chocolate; but if you don’t, try adding an equal amount […]