Leftover Challah Casserole

After almost every Shabbos we are left with those last few pieces of challah that no one wants to eat.  I used to save them and hope that someone would want it for lunch during the week, but usually they just turned stale (and sometimes moldy) and had to be …

Cooking With Honey

I used to always avoid recipes with honey. Here are some of the complaints I had, along with the tricks that got me over my fears: It’s so sticky. I couldn’t stand how sticky it was and how hard it was to get out of the measuring cup Tip: Spray …

Quick and Easy Dinner Ideas

Since it ‘s not always possible to cook for an entire month on your cooking day, you’ll need to come up with some quick and easy dinners to put on the table.  Here are some ideas I came up with that work for our family. Breaded fish- I buy the …

Quick and Easy Side Dishes

During the week I don’t usually have time to patchke in the kitchen, so I have a list of side dishes that I choose from when those last-minute guests appear. These side dishes are great supplements to your KOAMC freezer meals. Roasted Veggies– basically you just cut, sprinkle with olive …

Make Ahead Pancake Mix

I am one of those people that buy pancake mix.  I don’t even buy the “good” kind.  I didn’t think I’d be able to handle any more than “just add water” until I came across this super recipe for make-ahead pancake mix.  You prepare the mix one time for future …

Lainie’s Mandelbread

This recipe comes from my Aunt Lainie.  She’s a really great cook and baker, so when I asked for this recipe I was surprised to see how easy it was to make.  This is great for last minute baking, doesn’t require any special ingredients and freezes really well.  I think …