
An Old World Recipe—Keftes de Carne
For the Jews of the Ottoman Empire, one of the most classic comfort foods has always been “keftes de carne con arroz” (fried breaded meat balls with Spanish red rice).

For the Jews of the Ottoman Empire, one of the most classic comfort foods has always been “keftes de carne con arroz” (fried breaded meat balls with Spanish red rice).


This week Sharon and I offer our amazing roasted butternut squash soup garnished with a crispy, spicy granola.

The cake is lightly sweet, with the citrusy orange rind pairing perfectly with the dates.

With its unique blend of honey, ginger and cinnamon, tfaya is the perfect topping for this turkey season.

This delicata squash and quinoa salad is our way of embracing the season with a recipe that has all the fall feels.

Harissa is a hot, spicy, aromatic chili pepper paste that is indispensable in the North African kitchen.

Whether you call it babka, “ugat sh’marim” or by its modern Israeli name “crunch,” this is a truly easy and brilliant dessert for busy Jewish cooks the world over.

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Soft and fluffy, light and airy, there’s something special about sponge cakes. They bring back feelings of home and memories from a time long gone.