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Noodle Kugel

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I wasn’t brought up in any particular religion – my mom was raised Protestant and my dad was raised Jewish, but neither practice their respective religions any longer. My brother and I grew up celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah, yet traditional Jewish fare rarely made its way onto our holiday table. I distinctly remember the more »

Pumpkin, Black Bean, & Jalapeno Quesadilla with Chipotle Pumpkin Crema

Ok, so your kids (and you, too!) hopefully wolfed down the Creamy Stovetop Pumpkin Mac & Cheese. How about a festive Halloween lunch catered especially to adult taste buds? These orange and black quesadillas boast a triple threat of heat: minced jalapeno pepper, chipotle hot sauce, and jalapeno cheddar cheese. Spicy enough to keep from the more »

Creamy Stovetop Pumpkin Mac & Cheese

If you have kids, you may already be cringing at the thought of the Trick-Or-Treating bounty they’ll surely bring home on the 31st. You and I both know that a healthy dinner will be the last thing on their minds once the costumes are on and the sun starts to set, beckoning them out into more »

Cheddar (and Prosciutto) Risotto

The best side dishes cover all the bases and leave smiling faces!  Starch, veggies, protein, and dairy—that’s what’s in this mouthwatering risotto. You can add more ham or prosciutto if you want to make a meal out of it.  Throw in chicken for an extra hearty meal.  This recipe is a versatile and family friendly more »