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KOSHER FOR PESACH SPIRITS (THE DRINK, NOT THE GHOSTS)

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KOSHER FOR PESACH SPIRITS (THE DRINK, NOT THE GHOSTS)

Posted on March 10, 2011

There are some notable potables out there for Pesach. Here are a few: Cognac Montaigne, Napoleon a sweet brandy, very fruity Cognac Louis Royer, VSOP smooooth finish, medium bodied Distillery 209, Gin, Passover edition taste the juniper, citrus and a hint of allspice Casa Vieja, Tequila Anejo, Passover edition gold colored, pleasantly pungent Binyamina, Limoncello Continue Reading »

COCONUT OIL ROASTED SWEET POTATOES

Posted on March 10, 2011

In the DINING OUT/DINING IN section of the NY Times (Weds, March 2nd), there was an article about the startling come back of coconut oil. The article included this recipe: 1 1/2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil 1 3/4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch chunks 2 teaspoons of light brown sugar, packed Continue Reading »

CARBS, SEROTONIN AND CRAVINGS

Posted on March 9, 2011

FROM PHIL LEMPERT- SUPERMARKET GURU What is it about the late afternoon, around 4 or 5 pm, that changes many of us from rational, in control, efficient, clear thinking, energetic people into grumpy, irritable and exhausted — and the only cure seems to be carbohydrate rich foods – like sweet or starchy snacks. Well both Continue Reading »

FARFEL STUFFED BREAST OF VEAL

Posted on March 8, 2011

Yes, we know- not every one eats veal. But, for those who do, here is a great recipe for stuffed breast of veal: Farfel is most prevalent in Jewish cuisine. prep time: 30 min. bake: 1¾ hours plus standing servings 8 Ingredients 1 bone-in veal breast with pocket (8 pounds) 5kg 2 celery ribs, chopped Continue Reading »

TOFUTTI BRAND RICOTTA CHEESE

Posted on March 7, 2011

Yes, boys and girls- the fine folks over at Tofutti have done. They have created a pareve ricotta cheese. Certified by the Kof-K (pareve), the product contains NO dairy butterfat animal products casein cholesterol gluten It comes in 16 ounce packages. www.tofutti.com Look for this one to debut soon at your local kosher emporium!

GOING KOSHER MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Posted on March 4, 2011

FROM KOSHER TODAY FEB. 28, 2011 Tootsie Roll’s Expansion into Kosher is Proof of Strength of Kosher New York…Fans of Tootsie Roll were elated that the company has now added kosher certification by the Orthodox Union (OU) to its Junior Mints, Blow Pops, Tootsie Roll Pops, Caramel Apple Pops, Charms, Sugar Daddy and Sugar Babies Continue Reading »

NEW FOR PESACH

Posted on March 3, 2011

FROM KOSHER TODAY FEB. 28, 2011 Gluten-Free Matzos and Other Products Lead Line-up of Nearly 400 New Kosher for Passover Items New York…by Eda Kram, Editor, New Product Showcase…The steadily increasing demand for gluten-free products will be very much in evidence this Passover as part of a record 400 new items for the eight day Continue Reading »

BLACK RICE PILAF

Posted on March 2, 2011

Wowzers! It turns out that black rice has the same anti-oxidants as blueberries. Black rice is loaded with anthocyanin- the antioxidant that gives blueberries their color. In addition, black rice has a toasty, nutty flavor. BLACK RICE PILAF Saute finely chopped onions in a skillet with olive oil until soft. Toss with cooked black rice, Continue Reading »

CHOBANI CHAMPIONS

Posted on March 1, 2011

Chobani (Greek yogurt) introduces Chobani Champions- the very first Greek yogurt made for kids (but adults can eat them, too!). There are two flavors: Honey-Nana and VeryBerry. This OU certified product is made from 100% natural ingredients. It is a low fat yogurt with real fruit in it, no preservatives, no artificial flavors and made Continue Reading »

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO…. ?

Posted on February 28, 2011

We grew up eating a lot of organ meat. It didn’t kill us. In fact, we miss some of it. Some of it we don’t miss at all! Miltz- spleen A soft meat, sliced thin and eaten with the usual over cooked veggie side dishes Lungen- lungs We ate it, but no memories of it Continue Reading »