Charoset is a part of the traditional Seder plate. It represents the mortar used for the bricks used by the Jewish slaves in making the Egyptian buildings, temples, and tombs.
Holidays
Recipes and tips for foods you might want to serve for a holiday celebration, special occasions, or just because you want something a little fancy.
Lasagna alla casa di Boswell
This lasagna with ricotta, spinach, and sausage is rich and delicious. It’s time-consuming but a lot of it can be made ahead, so enjoy it with friends, a big salad, and a bottle of red wine.
Great Northern White Chicken Chili
On my birthday, I wanted something special. Since it was cold, I wanted chili, but not any chili. I wanted a bowl of white – Great Northern White Chili, that is.
New Years Eve Asian Chicken Wings
Recipes in this Post
When I was a little girl, my mother took me to some function where there were Asian chicken wings on the buffet table. I have always loved chicken wings, and these were wonderful.
For years, I have been trying to duplicate them, never with success. Either they were burned, or they tasted flat, or they were too salty, or they were too sweet, or they were not brown at all. Yuk! Well, I was determined to finally start the New Year with a great recipe.
Without further ado, the recipe!
Chicken with Gorgonzola and Pistachios
Sauted chicken in a creamy sauce with Gorgonzola cheese and pistachio nuts.
Spicy Ham Rolls – Birthday Impossible! Spane’s 7th Birthday Party
Creating the perfect seventh birthday party for Spane.
Thanksgiving Prep – Keep Your Sanity
Thanksgiving prep can be challenging for several reasons, making it a holiday that can sometimes be stressful for those responsible for hosting or cooking. Here are strategies to help you have a great celebration.
How to Make a Perfect Turkey in a Nesco Roaster Oven
What Perfect Turkey is Supposed to Be
I didn’t go to my Grandmother’s for Thanksgiving. My mother and I usually cooked a Cornish hen and left it at that. When my mother died, I moved in with my Aunt Georgia, Grandmother, and Grandfather. This was when I discovered a really good turkey, the way turkey was supposed to be.