Challahs (or Seeded Loaves) in the Bread Machine
A recipe from the “Bread Machine Secrets” series. I sprinkle the finished challahs with large oat flakes, black and white sesame seeds, and various other seeds. Sometimes I make loaves instead of cha…
Savory pastries
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Bread Machine Secrets—Tips and Recipes
When my husband was trying to persuade me to buy a bread machine, I tried to talk him out of it, arguing that “we will use it a few times, and then it will just gather dust and take up space.” But we…
White Bread with Ground Flaxseed
A recipe from the Bread Machine Secrets series. White bread with ground flaxseed is a very interesting bread variation. You can also bake this bread without any additions, use 70% flour, or add anyth…
Mezonot Rolls
A recipe from the Bread Machine Secrets series. More than half of the total liquid in mezonot rolls must be “mei peirot” (oil, natural juice, eggs). My recipe uses the maximum possible amount of wate…
Rye Bread with Walnuts
A recipe from the “Bread Machine Secrets” series. I personally love rye bread (half rye flour, half whole wheat flour) with walnuts. I use lots of nuts, and even my children all eat it. Ingredients 2…
Life Hack: How to Bake Perfectly Smooth Rolls
Life Hack: How to bake perfectly smooth rolls that won't crack during baking. How do you bake bread? I love baking homemade bread, because there's nothing nicer than the smell of freshly baked bread…
Challah Loaves
Challah loaves made with this recipe do not require separating challah, since the dough contains less flour than the minimum amount required for reciting a blessing or separating challah without a bl…
Tahini Bread — Gluten-Free
Tahini bread, gluten-free and completely flourless, is made with just 3 ingredients. This recipe makes absolutely amazing bread or rolls! I recommend giving it a try! Ingredients 4 eggs 6 tablespoons…
Cabbage “Cigar” Pastries
Cabbage “Cigar” Pastries—a recipe for wonderful pastries made with thin, crisp dough. This dish has become one of my favorites and is quick and easy to make. The filling can be absolutely anything: s…