Turning the page of Bread Bakers Apprentice from the Casatiello Bread, I jumped for joy to see Challah as the next recipe. I love Challah! The slightly-sweet flavor, the twisted shape, the ability to grab and tear… Read the rest of this post

I’ve missed several weeks, being away, but I’m back on the challenge wagon now – and what a bread to start back with, but a Casatiello bread! It’s a rich, buttery, brioche-like dough, with salami and cheese sprinkled throughout…kind… Read the rest of this post

My favorite summer meals require a minimum of time in front of my stove.  The combination of spices and cool yogurt in this chicken salad make it a staple in my fridge for the hot months.   I like… Read the rest of this post

My trip to Israel was incredible, filled with wonderful people and thrilling experiences.  I climbed mountains, crawled through tunnels, floated in the Dead Sea, sang, laughed, and cried.  Food wasn’t really a central focus, ususally eaten in cafeterias or hotel… Read the rest of this post