I started making Glazed Parsnips when my Mother was alive and joined us for Thanksgiving. She would only eat white and red vegetables. As luck would have it, my Glazed Parsnips became a favorite with my Mother and my daughter. After Mom died, I stopped making them; until my daughter […]
Ever wonder how Coleslaw got its name. According to Wikipedia: “The term “coleslaw” arose in the 18th century as an anglicisation of the Dutch term “koolsla” (“kool” in Dutch sounds like “cole”) meaning “cabbage salad”. The “cole” part of the word ultimately derives from the Latin caulis, meaning cabbage.” Whether […]
I was asked to share the following information about this important health initiative taken on by JScreen and Manischewitz. JScreen and Manischewitz Join Forces to Celebrate the Holiday Season and Support College Students Atlanta, GA –December 2023 – As Chanukah approaches, JScreen, a national non-profit public health initiative dedicated to […]
This White Wine and Tarragon Sauce depends on a dry, crisp, white wine and the fresh color and flavor of a new bottle of dried tarragon. The wine doesn’t have to be expensive; but it has to be good enough to drink. Fresh, bright green dried Tarragon is also a […]
I make this Asparagus and Celery Root Soup with white asparagus rather than green. White asparagus have a more delicate flavor than green and allow the flavor of the mild celery root to come through. Fresh white asparagus are only available during Spring and Summer. I remember how excited my […]
I can’t remember where I first ate Chopped Eggs and Onions. It could have been at a hotel in the Catskills or at an older relative’s house. All I know is that I loved it. This chopped egg recipe is completely different from Egg Salad. There’s no celery and no […]
I love Leek Quiche. Leeks have a milder and more mellow flavor than onions. When they’re sautéed, the leeks just seem to melt into the custard filling. Leeks also mix beautifully with other vegetables. I often reduce the amount of leeks by a cup or two and substitute them with […]
I grew up eating Halibut Salad. It was on our Thursday rotation of fish meals; but trust me, you can eat it any day of the week. This salad is perfect for a hot Summer’s lunch or afternoon snack. Halibut is a firm white fleshed fish that has a very […]
Heirloom Tomatoes and Peach Salad made from nature’s multi colored heirloom tomatoes mixed with juicy ripe peaches is a treat for the eyes and the palate. Add creamy avocado and a little fresh basil, a squeeze of fresh lemon and olive oil and you have a spectacular Summer salad. Make […]
Goujons de Sole are small pieces of Sole that are dipped in fritter batter and fried in hot oil. I had always considered them to be a French creation; until I learned differently. Fried fish was originally brought to England by Portuguese Sephardic Jews in the 16th century. As Marranos, […]