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Chicken & Dumplings

Recipes by Sarah Lasry for Kosherstreet.com SLOWCOOKER Recipes: It seems the minute winter comes to the neighborhood , our minds and bodies start craving those comfort foods. Nothing says incredibly tasty comfort food like those recipes that are cooked in the most convenient kitchen tool we have, the slowcooker/crockpot. Throw in your ingredients before you leave to work in the morning, and come home to the most savory and delicious dinner meal. Here are my favorite comfort food slowcooker ...

Potato-Meat Kugel

Everybody has a potato kugel that they love. Every once in a while you may need a change, here is something your family will love. I found this recipe for a meat stuffed latke and I was not interested in frying anymore. I decided to make this into a kugel for Shabbos and it was a huge hit. Now my family says I must make it every Shabbos Mevorchim (so be careful:) Potato Kugel: 3/4 cup of oil 3 eggs 7 large potatoes 1 small onion 2 tablespoons salt 1 teaspoon baking powder Meat ...

Meat Eggplant Rollantini

Sarah Lasry Recipes for www.kosherstreet.com 1 large eggplant 1 large onion, diced Extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp. fresh crushed garlic 1tsp. cumin 1tsp. oregano 1tsp. basil 1 tsp. thyme 1/2 lb ground beef (I use lamb sometimes) 1/2 lb ground turkey Kosher salt Pinch of black pepper For the Tomato Sauce: 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil ½ cup diced onion 2 tsp. fresh crushed garlic 1 tsp. curry powder 2 cups canned, crushed tomatoes ¼ cup ...

Lime Muffins

I love the flavor of lime juice; it adds something special to ordinary muffins 1-3/4 cups flour ½ cup sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoons grated lime rind 1 egg 2/3 cup nondairy creamer or vanilla soy milk 1/3 cup canola oil ½ cup powdered sugar 4 teaspoons key lime juice Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease 12 standard muffin cups or line with paper liners. In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder and lime rind. In a separate bowl, ...

Chocolate Streusel Muffins

Streusel Topping: ¼ cup flour ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons margarine, melted ¼ cup chopped pecans, toasted Muffins: 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided 1/3 cup nondairy creamer 3 tablespoons margarine 1 cup flour 2 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 1 egg ½ teaspoon vanilla Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease 12 standard muffin cups or line with paper liners. To prepare topping, ...

Cheesy Mexican Casserole

I love these one-pan, cheesy dishes. They make a great weeknight dinner alongside a green salad and maybe some rice. 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic 1 jalapeno, minced 1 teaspoon chili powder ½ teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon pepper 1 (12-ounce) package soy ground round 1 bag tortilla chips 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, not drained 2 tablespoons minced ...

Shalom Bayis Kugel

There is a mystique surrounding Shalom Bayis Kugel. Does it actually increase Shalom Bayis? I don't know but it taste great, looks spectacular, and pleases everyone. The idea of this kugel is to have three favorites in one bite. In order to accomplish this, each kugel needs to be made separately, baking one kugel at a time until all 3 are stacked. Usually the layer on the bottom is kishke, then yerushalmi and then potato. Assemble how you want according to ...

Hearty Lamb Stew

This is a great winter’s night dish – fills everyone up and cheers them up a little on a gloomy day as well. ¼ cup olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 4 pounds boneless lamb stew 3 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder or 1 dried chili, seeded and chopped 4 carrots, peeled and chopped 2 cups cubed butternut ...

Baked Spanish Chicken

This is a quick and easy weeknight dish. 2 chickens, cut in 1/8th’s ½ cup lime juice ¼ cup soy sauce ¼ cup honey 2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, minced Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, honey and chiles. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let sit ½ hour at room temperature. Bake for 1-1/2 hours, basting every 20 minutes. Serve over white rice. By Emuna Braverman and Elizabeth Kurtz, ...

Blueberry Coconut Muffins

If you like blueberries and you like coconut, well…this is a great combination! 2 cups flour 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda 3 eggs ¾ cup soy milk ¼ cup lime juice 3 tablespoons canola oil 2 teaspoons vanilla (eliminate 1 teaspoon if you use vanilla soy milk) 1-1/4 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen) 1/3 cup shredded coconut 3 tablespoons brown sugar Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line 12 large muffin cups with paper ...

Meat Sauce Variation

If you love spaghetti and meat sauce, you’ll love this rich and hearty version. 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound ground veal 1 pound ground turkey 1 onion, chopped 2 (8-ounce) packages sliced mushrooms 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic 2 (29-ounce) cans diced tomatoes 1 (29-ounce) can tomato sauce 1 cup red wine ½ teaspoon dried rosemary ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper ½ teaspoon ground black pepper ¼ teaspoon fennel seeds 2 pounds spaghetti, cooked ...

Healthy & Simple Yet Delicious Onion Flower

Remember those fried and battered whole onions that were so popular on restaurant menus a few years ago? Well this is a similar idea, though much healthier! You can use this as a pareve side dish, or top with cheese for the last few minutes of roasting for a scrumptious and light dairy main (along with a salad and some crusty bread). Perfect for a Chanukah party whether milchig or parve. Ingredients 4 medium sized onions good quality olive oil, for drizzling salt approx 1/2 cup cheese, ...

Pistachio White Chocolate Cookies

Yield: 3 – 4 dozen I really like the flavor of pistachios added to baking.  These cookies are a keeper.  Add some dried cranberries for some color and chewiness. 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted margarine, room temperature 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 2 tablespoons nondairy creamer 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2-1/2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup old-fashioned oats 1-1/2 cups chopped pistachios, toasted or ...

Pasta With Cheese & Vegetables

This brings the flavor of summer to a winter evening’s meal. Serves 8 1 (32-ounce) bag frozen broccoli florets, cooked and drained 3 hot-house tomatoes, chopped 1 (15-ounce) container ricotta cheese ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 rounded teaspoon minced fresh garlic 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon dried basil ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 (16-ounce) package pasta of your choice (with this sauce, better ...

Sara Lasry's Chanukah Recipes

Sarah Lasry Recipes for www.kosherstreet.com Sufganiyont (donuts) along with Latkes are the traditional favorite treats we indulge on during Chanukah, as a reminder of the miracle of the oil lasting 8 days & nights. Through the last few years I have collected and tested some terrific fried donut and tempura battered recipes that I serve during the eight nights of Chanukah and I have compiled them ALL here for you guys to try this year! – FRIED TEMPURA DESSERTS: Lets face the ...

Pistachio Pesto

A variation on the typical pine nut version. 1-1/2 cups packed fresh basil 1 cup olive oil 1 cup roasted pistachios (if they are salted, don’t add salt to the pesto) ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 round teaspoon minced fresh garlic ½ teaspoon Kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper Please all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and purée.  Store, covered, in the refrigerator. By Emuna Braverman and Elizabeth Kurtz, ...

Beef Stew With Beer

This is perfect on a cold winter’s night. 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 pounds chuck meat, cut into small cubes 4 large leeks, washed well and thinly sliced 1 (8-ounce) package sliced mushrooms 2 – 3 carrots, peeled and thickly sliced 1 tablespoon brown sugar ¼ teaspoon pepper 2 cups beef broth 1 (12-ounce) bottle beer 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Heat oil in large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.  Add beef and cook, stirring ...