Schmaltz is rendered chicken fat and has been essential to Eastern European Jewish cooking for centuries.

Mandel Broit is a classic Jewish cookie very similar to almond biscotti. Unlike biscotti, mandel broit is dairy free and softer!

Mint chocolate crinkle cookies are the perfect holiday cookies! They are beautiful with a deep chocolate flavor and a kiss of mint.

Yellow chicken and potatoes are extremely popular in Israel. It makes for a easy dinner. Add green beans as a side and serve.

Israeli paprika chicken and potatoes makes for a an easy meal. Just cut up potatoes and chicken quarters, spice, and roast.

These snickerdoodles without cream of tartar are just as chewy, sweet, cinnamony, and just a little bit tangy as the classic snickerdoodle.

These dairy free sugar cookies are soft and chewy. They are sweet, without being too sweet which is the key to a great sugar cookie!

Chocolate crinkle cookies have a rich deep chocolate flavor like brownies. These dairy free crinkle cookies are perfect for the holidays!

This dairy free banana nut bread is a delicious way to use bananas that have gotten soft and spotted.

Latkes are potato pancakes traditionally eaten on Hanukkah. Serve it with sour cheese, apple sauce or cottage cheese spooned on top.

These dairy free banana pancakes are fluffy, filled with flavor, have less calories than most, and a great way to use old bananas!

Sufganiyot are Israeli’s favorite Chanukah food! These are by far the best I’ve ever made and are even better than the bakery!

This dairy free banana cake is moist and fluffy. It tastes great plain but I love it with chocolate chips and walnuts!

These dairy free chocolate walnut cookies are filled with rich chocolate flavor which is complemented by the nutty goodness.

This fried chicken is made without buttermilk but still has a perfect flaky golden crust, juicy meat, and couldn’t be easier!

Israeli yellow rice is a commonly found side dish in Israel. This rice adds a splash of color and flavor to any meal.

Moroccan fish is a popular recipe in Israel. It poaches tilapia in a spicy tomato sauce using both dry and fresh peppers.

Challah egg in a whole is a great way to use up leftover challah bread. It also makes for an easy and tasty Sunday morning breakfast.

Homemade mint extract is easy to make and is great to keep around the house or to give out as a thoughtful holiday gift.