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12 holiday favorites · 12 everyday & Shabbat dishes

There’s always room
at Grandma’s table.

From crispy latkes to a comforting bowl of matzo ball soup, discover Jewish favorites and regional dishes enjoyed in many Jewish kitchens. Pick a recipe, gather your ingredients, and make something together.

Grown-ups handle knives, the stove, the oven, and hot oil. Little hands can measure, stir, and help set the table.

Grandma and the friends share a cozy porch picnic

24 recipes to explore

A delicious serving of Crispy Potato LatkesHanukkah
Pareve

Crispy Potato Latkes

Golden potato pancakes to share with applesauce.

35 min total12 small latkes
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A delicious serving of Jelly-Filled SufganiyotHanukkah
Dairy

Jelly-Filled Sufganiyot

Pillowy doughnuts with a sweet jam surprise.

135 min total12 small doughnuts
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A delicious serving of Orange Honey CakeRosh Hashanah
Pareve

Orange Honey Cake

A fragrant honey loaf for a sweet celebration.

85 min total10 slices
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A delicious serving of Jam HamantaschenPurim
Pareve

Jam Hamantaschen

Little three-cornered cookies with a fruity center.

75 min total24 cookies
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A delicious serving of Apple-Walnut CharosetPassover
Pareve

Apple-Walnut Charoset

A sweet apple mixture often served at a Passover Seder.

15 min total6 servings
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A delicious serving of Golden Potato KugelPassover & holiday tables
Pareve

Golden Potato Kugel

Crisp edges and a tender potato middle.

100 min total8 servings
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A delicious serving of Carrot & Sweet Potato TzimmesRosh Hashanah
Pareve

Carrot & Sweet Potato Tzimmes

Sweet vegetables and dried fruit for a colorful holiday side.

60 min total6 servings
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A delicious serving of Round Raisin ChallahRosh Hashanah
Pareve

Round Raisin Challah

A sweet coiled loaf with raisins tucked inside.

210 min total1 large round loaf
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A delicious serving of Cinnamon-Walnut RugelachHanukkah & celebrations
Dairy

Cinnamon-Walnut Rugelach

Tender rolled pastries with a cinnamon swirl.

115 min total32 small pastries
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A delicious serving of Classic Baked CheesecakeShavuot
Dairy

Classic Baked Cheesecake

A creamy celebration cake with a simple crumb base.

445 min total10 slices
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A delicious serving of Sweet Cheese BlintzesShavuot
Dairy

Sweet Cheese Blintzes

Delicate pancakes wrapped around a sweet cheese filling.

65 min total8 blintzes
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A delicious serving of Poached Gefilte Fish PattiesPassover & holiday tables
Fish / pareve ingredients

Poached Gefilte Fish Patties

A gentle home-style fish dish with carrots and a clear broth.

90 min total12 patties
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A delicious serving of Slow-Braised Beef BrisketShabbat & family dinners
Meat

Slow-Braised Beef Brisket

Tender sliced brisket with a rich onion-tomato sauce.

285 min total8 servings
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A delicious serving of Chicken Noodle SoupEveryday comfort
Meat

Chicken Noodle Soup

A warm bowl of chicken, vegetables, and noodles.

40 min total6 servings
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A delicious serving of Matzo Ball SoupShabbat, Passover & comfort
Meat with chicken broth

Matzo Ball Soup

Fluffy dumplings in a fragrant chicken broth.

90 min total6 servings / 12 balls
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A delicious serving of Savory Matzo BreiBreakfast & Passover
Pareve

Savory Matzo Brei

A quick matzo-and-egg skillet breakfast.

13 min total2 servings
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A delicious serving of Sweet Noodle KugelShabbat & family tables
Dairy

Sweet Noodle Kugel

A cozy baked noodle pudding with cinnamon.

80 min total8 servings
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A delicious serving of Braided ChallahShabbat
Pareve

Braided Challah

A soft golden braid for gathering around the table.

200 min total1 large loaf
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A delicious serving of Chicken Chopped LiverShabbat & family tables
Meat

Chicken Chopped Liver

A traditional savory spread with caramelized onions.

55 min total6 appetizer servings
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A delicious serving of Creamy Chickpea HummusEveryday & regional favorites
Pareve

Creamy Chickpea Hummus

A smooth chickpea dip with lemon and tahini.

10 min total6 servings
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A delicious serving of Tomato & Pepper ShakshukaBreakfast & regional favorites
Pareve

Tomato & Pepper Shakshuka

Eggs cooked in a warmly spiced tomato sauce.

35 min total4 servings
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A delicious serving of Chopped Cucumber-Tomato SaladEveryday & regional favorites
Pareve

Chopped Cucumber-Tomato Salad

A fresh, finely chopped salad with lemon and herbs.

15 min total4 servings
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A delicious serving of Kasha VarnishkesAshkenazi comfort food
Pareve with vegetable broth

Kasha Varnishkes

Bow-tie pasta, toasted buckwheat, and golden onions.

40 min total6 servings
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A delicious serving of Red Lentil & Vegetable SoupEveryday comfort
Pareve

Red Lentil & Vegetable Soup

A hearty vegetable soup with lentils and a bright lemon finish.

45 min total6 servings
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A little family tradition, your way.

Holiday and everyday categories overlap—brisket, kugel, and challah often belong on a celebration table too. Recipes vary across Jewish communities and households. These are simple home-style versions; regional favorites such as hummus and shakshuka are shared with other cultures.

For Passover, choose ingredients accepted for Passover by your family. Meat, dairy, and pareve notes describe the listed ingredients; they are not a kosher certification. Timing is approximate and includes resting or chilling where noted.

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