Tu b’Shevat

Tu b'ShevatNew Year for Trees Tu b’Shevat is a rabbinical, not biblical holiday. In fact, it is first…

Passover 5763-2003

"Chometz, Matzah and Faith in Redemption" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald This week, the normal Torah portion is preempted by the upcoming holiday of Passover which begins Wednesday evening,…

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Passover 5780-2020

“The Essential lessons of Chametz and Matzah” (Updated and Revised from Passover 5763-2003)   by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald This week, the normal weekly Torah portion is preempted by…

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Passover I 5782-2022

“Chametz, Matzah and Faith in Redemption” (Updated and revised from Passover 5763-2003) by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald This week, the regular Torah portion is preempted by the upcoming…

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Kreplach

KreplachReprinted with permission from “Jewish Art Calendar”. Published by A cable to Jewish Life……

Acharei Mot-Kedoshim 5762-2002

"Shaatnez: Understanding Irrational Decrees" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald Once again, this week, we have combined parashiot--Acharei Mot-Kedoshim. The theme of the second parasha,…

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Passover Crepes with Mushroom Sauce

TraditionalPassover Crepes With Mushroom Sauce (pareve) Recipe submitted by Rachel Goldberg. Ingredients: 5 eggs 1/2 cup of…

Applesauce Kugel

TraditionalApplesauce Kugel Ingredients: 1 lb noodles (wide is better) 4 eggs (beaten) 2 Tbsp sugar ½ tsp vanilla extract ½…

Marble Pumpkin Cheesecake

Marble Pumpkin Cheesecake Marble Pumpkin Cheesecake from Lucy K. Crust 1 ½ cups graham crackers, crushed finely (approximately…

Falafel Day

What tasty food is made out of crushed chickpeas, often served with salads, and offers itself as a healthier snack alternative? You guessed it: Falafel. Happy International Falafel Day!…

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