Author: Dvora
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Building Blocks: Citrus & Applesauce
Every February, my kitchen quietly flips a switch. Out go the shortcuts. In come the fundamentals. Because for Passover, we don’t just cook—we build. This year, as I shared photos in our family WhatsApp—jars of fresh citrus juice lined up like stained glass, apples bubbling down into silky sauce—one son‑in‑law squinted at the effort and Read more
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Tuna Steak with Fresh Salsa
Prep Time 25 minutes Cook Time 4 minutes Serves 4 This elegant and protein-packed dish is a vibrant way to enjoy fresh tuna during Passover. The seared tuna steak pairs beautifully with a crisp, refreshing salsa that can be made sweet, savory, or spicy depending on your preferences. Ingredients For the Tuna: Option 1: Mango-Cucumber Read more
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Golden Crust Shepherd’s Pie
Prep Time 35 minutes Cook Time 30-40 minutes Serves 6 This cozy and satisfying dish is a wonderful Passover version of a family favorite. Year-round recipes made without any chametz or kitniyot, translate best to Passover. This dish layers savory ground beef and vegetables under creamy mashed potatoes for a one-dish meal that hits all Read more
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Yapchik: A Shabbos Comfort Classic
Prep Time 25 minutes Cook Time 8-10 hours Serves 10 Few things say Shabbos comfort quite like a hot, hearty serving of yapchik. This rich, potato-based dish is a satisfying fusion of two favorites: potato kugel and slow-cooked beef. It fills your home with delicious aroma and your table with joy. Until this recipe—graciously shared Read more
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Meatballs in Roasted Crushed Tomato Sauce
Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Serves 6 This is hands-down the most requested meal of the holiday! Juicy, tender meatballs slow-simmered in roasted crushed tomato sauce and served over quick-sauteed spiralized zucchini. There’s never a single meatball left. I always make this recipe during Chol Hamoed. It comes together effortlessly in a Read more
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4-Ingredient Passover Roast
Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 3 hours Serves 8 You don’t need anything exotic to make an amazing festive roast for the holiday. Start with a good piece of beef—chuck, brisket, French roast, or deckel. These cuts go by a variety of names, but all are best when braised or cooked in liquid. Roasting Read more
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What’s in Your Freezer? Taking Inventory After Passover
Now that Passover has ended, and we’ve had time to reorganize our homes and re-enter the rhythm of everyday life, it’s the perfect moment to take inventory of what’s left in our freezers. If you’re like me, Passover prep is a marathon of cooking and storing—filling containers, labeling them neatly, and tucking them into the Read more
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Thinking Passover in July
Enjoy your basil harvest all summer long. Read more
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3-Ingredient Versatile Crepes for Passover
Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Yeilds ~10 Crepes are one of the most versatile and beloved staples in my Passover kitchen. Whether you’re using them for blintzes, layering them in dairy lasagna, or slicing them into thin strips to mimic egg noodles, crepes open up a world of delicious, chametz-free possibilities. One Read more
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Dairy Lasagna for Passover
Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 45-50 minutes Serves 6 By the time I’m up to making dairy dishes, Passover is just around the corner — and I can finally enjoy the fruits of all the preparation! With oven-roasted tomato sauce and crepes already made and waiting in the freezer, this dairy lasagna comes together Read more