Recipes & Food Finds | New Canaan & Darien Moms

Sprinkle Matzah Toffee

  This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Network   As far as matzah-based desserts go, variations on matzah toffee are one of the most popular. This version, shared by Shannon Sarna, author of Modern Jewish Baking: Challah, Babka, Bagels & More, is made...

Leah Koenig’s Spring Veggie Matzo Lasagna

This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Network Leah Koenig is a Brooklyn, NY-based mom of two and cookbook author—her latest, The Jewish Cookbook, was published by Phaidon in 2019. She’s known as an authority on modern Jewish cooking, so just in time for...

Pomegranate Cosmo Recipe!

This recipe was originally shared with,Greenwich Moms as part of their cocktail series with Greenwich Cocktail Week.     We’re loving this Pomegranate Cosmopolitan, created by the moms of Habitual Hostess! It’s the perfect thing to cheers to while watching...

Fig & Pomegranate Brisket

Want to wow your family for Yom Kippur? This Fig & Pomegranate Brisket is the perfect way to please a crowd and honor tradition. Celebrated cookbook author Adeena Sussman calls this meal one of the “crown jewels of Shabbat and holiday cooking” and we...

Build Your Own Taco Board (from The BakerMama)

Tacos naturally lend themselves to being a family-friendly meal, since you can customize them to everyone’s preferences. Have a kid who doesn’t eat beans? Leave them off. Have a child who loves spicy food? Let him add his own hot sauce. Another likes only super plain...

Mexican Street Corn Salad!

  This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a crowd-pleaser for any summer barbecue. It lasts in the fridge for a few days, so make extra on the weekend for easy weekday lunches. Can’t find cotija cheese in your local grocery store? Substitute feta or parmesan....

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