Tunisian Potato Salad
Tunisian potato salad has long enjoyed well-deserved popularity for its simplicity and spiciness. It works well as a side dish at lunch, as an appetizer, or on the Shabbat table. Ingredients (serves…
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Onion Dolma
To make onion dolma, you need a great deal of enthusiasm, plenty of free time, and just a little of the poet in you. I first came across this dish while browsing traditional Azerbaijani recipes, and…
Sweet Potato Latkes
Sweet potato latkes—a recipe we tried for the first time this Hanukkah. And I am very pleased with the result! The latkes were sweet without any sugar, had a crisp crust, and were a huge hit, so I re…
Beet Latkes (Beet Patties)
Beet latkes (also known as beet patties) are a wonderful alternative to traditional latkes for anyone who enjoys variety or watches their calorie intake, but not to the point of giving up the Hanukka…
A Poor Jew's Appetizer
“A Poor Jew's Appetizer” is very easy to make, requires very few ingredients, and turns out soooo deliiiicious! Ingredients 2-3 eggs, cheese (processed cheese is fine; I used regular hard cheese), 1-…
Simple Liver Pâté with a Secret
Simple liver pâté with a secret. It can be used as a base to which various ingredients can be added (fried onions, mushrooms, carrots, herbs, and so on). I had long been tempted by the idea of making…
Warm Potato Salad with Halloumi
Warm potato salad with halloumi is simple and inventive; the main secret of this salad lies in its dressing. Warm salads are a wonderful idea for a winter menu: they are hearty and easy to prepare. T…
Diet-Friendly Falafel with Celery
Falafel was originally an Arab dish, but it is so beloved in Israel that it has become a symbol of Israeli cuisine. Falafel refers to deep-fried balls made from legumes and seasoned with spices. Diet…
Homemade Tuna Sandwiches with Citrus Slaw
Tuna rolls with citrus slaw are delicious :) These homemade sandwiches combine great taste with health benefits, and you know exactly what’s in them ;) ! Ingredients for the citrus slaw: 1 head of re…