What Is a Knish?
If you didn't grow up in New York, you've probably never had this traditional Jewish dish. What is a knish?
What Is Kugel? Meet the Jewish Casserole Everyone Needs to Know
This traditional recipe is a must-have on Jewish holidays. But what is kugel—and what makes this dish so special?
20 Jewish Desserts Everyone Needs to Try
From moist apple cake to sufganiyot, here's a closer look at Jewish desserts.
How to Make Hamantaschen, for Purim or Anytime
Hamantaschen are traditionally eaten at Purim, but you can bake up a batch of these triangle-shaped cookies any time of...
Matzo Ball Soup
This traditional matzo ball soup recipe is worth the extra effort. If you prefer, you can add egg noodles instead...
Pomegranate Short Ribs
Pomegranate molasses sauce is a bit tangy and sweet, and it adds a nice depth of flavor to sweet and...
Passover Rainbow Cookies
The name "rainbow cookies" is actually a bit of a misnomer for these classic New York treats. To make the...
Chicken Matzo Ball Soup
The keys to this amazing chicken matzo ball soup are slow-cooking it and using boxed matzo ball mix. Some people...
Apple Cake for Passover
Adding a dollop of whipped cream is a sweet addition to this Passover apple cake! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen,...
What Is Matzo Meal, and How Does It Differ From Matzo and Matzo Farfel?
Wondering exactly what is matzo meal and how it's different from other matzo products? You aren’t alone (and we’re here...
Cauliflower Dill Kugel
I enjoy cauliflower and kugel, so it made sense to combine the two into one special dish. The ricotta cheese...
Reuben Salad in a Jar
Amy Smith from Avon, Connecticut, shared her layered Reuben salad with us, and we couldn’t resist making it extra portable....
Challah
Eggs lend to the richness of this traditional challah bread recipe. The attractive golden color and delicious flavor make it...
Honey Challah
I use these shiny, beautiful loaves as the centerpiece of my spread. I love the taste of honey, but you...
Tzimmes
I found this tzimmes recipe a long time ago. It has become our traditional side dish for every holiday feast...
Passover Popovers
Popovers have an important role at the Passover table as a substitute for bread. When puffed and golden brown, they’re...
Jewish Apple Cake
A friend from New Hampshire gave me this Jewish apple cake recipe, which took a blue ribbon at the county...
Noodle Kugel
I made this dish for a party with our friends. It was a big hit! —Lauren Kargen, Buffalo, New York
Onion Kugel
Sliced eggplant, diced green pepper or shredded cabbage can be used in place of onions for this onion kugel recipe....
Mini Challah
There's nothing like the aroma of bread baking to warm heart and home. Served fresh from the oven or given...
Zucchini Latkes
My husband, Avi, and I carry prepare these delicious latkes with our children, Sara, 10, and Yaakov, 5. This year,...
Basic Braised Lamb Shanks
A friend shared this recipe with me many years ago. My son-in-law loves these lamb shanks as part of a...
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries
There’s nothing to this recipe—the preparation and cooking times are so quick. I sprinkle in a few dried cranberries, but...
Make-Ahead Blintz Casserole
Blintzes are thin pancakes filled with cheese or fruits. I created an easy casserole version with cheese filling and topped...
Lemon-Garlic Hummus
You'll need just five ingredients to blend together this smooth and creamy bean dip. It's delicious and quick to make....
Dirty Rice
This is an old Louisiana recipe that I've had longer than I can remember. It's a very popular southern dish....
Mediterranean Baked Fish
"The mouthwatering aroma of this herbed fish dish baking is sure to lure guests to your kitchen" predicts Ellen De...
Smoky Beef Brisket
A friend and I first ate this brisket at a restaurant, then came home and duplicated it with great success....
