You make a good point about not finding everyday Jewish foods in the cookbooks. I have searched high and low for two staples from my Mother's kitchen, honeyed, roasted carrots and sweet and sour flanken with sauerkraut, and came up empty. Sadly, some of the best recipes were never written down and are now, lost. Others, like my grandmother's incredible honey cake are improvised upon and remembered fondly every Rosh Ha'Shana. Thanks for sharing the poppy seed cookie recipe. It sounds delicious, and the lemon will provide the perfect balance. I will try it after the New Year. You can purchase the poppy seeds online. Penzey's spices is one of my favorite places to shop - they have amazing variety and high quality: http://www.penzeys.com/ Your column is a real treat, Katherine. I enjoy reading your thoughts and your recipes!
You make a good point about not finding everyday Jewish foods in the cookbooks. I have searched high and low for two staples from my Mother's kitchen, honeyed, roasted carrots and sweet and sour flanken with sauerkraut, and came up empty. Sadly, some of the best recipes were never written down and are now, lost. Others, like my grandmother's incredible honey cake are improvised upon and remembered fondly every Rosh Ha'Shana. Thanks for sharing the poppy seed cookie recipe. It sounds delicious, and the lemon will provide the perfect balance. I will try it after the New Year. You can purchase the poppy seeds online. Penzey's spices is one of my favorite places to shop - they have amazing variety and high quality: http://www.penzeys.com/ Your column is a real treat, Katherine. I enjoy reading your thoughts and your recipes!