I’m very fond of my instant pot. I am always talking about how it cooks things that used to take hours in the crockpot in minutes. If you aren’t familiar with this amazing gadget,…
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In our family, kiffles are something we enjoy every holiday season (Christmas and Easter). A kiffle is a Hungarian cookie with a flaky dough and a delicious filling, much beloved in the Lehigh Valley,…
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We are talking today about grain remains. I’m sure you read the title and said, “What is she talking about?” Spent grains are the mashed ingredients left over after the beer brewing process. My…
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It is the end of the season. The garden now buried under a blanket of fall leaves. There is little left to harvest, just some straggly zinnias, the last gasp of peppers, the perennial…
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Now that the days are turning cold, there is nothing more rewarding than fresh baked bread warm from the oven. Making your own baked goods is immensely satisfying. It does not require a lot…
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As a child of two different faiths, I celebrate the Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashanah by eating honey cake. Let’s talk about the recipe for honey cake. The remainder of the post will discuss…
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Secret family recipe for my grandmother's famous Matzo Ball soup…
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Have you heard of tomato pie? It’s a savory, mouth-watering seasonal treat and a delicious way to use up your tomato surplus. This year, we had to wait a long time for tomatoes as the…
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I’m lucky enough to live down the road from Scholl Orchards. They’ve been a longtime Bethlehem, PA staple. Their farm stand encompasses both the orchards and their farm out near Hawk Mountain. They are…
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We at a lot of beans in my home. They are cheap, filling and healthy. In fact, my children, prefer beans to meat. Throughout this blog, I will provide different ways to enjoy beans.…