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Building the Temple
When King Solomon decided to build the temple in Jerusalem, he hired the best artists, architects, and stonemasons. The work came along a little slower than King Solomon expected, and he decided to check in on what was taking so long. What did he find? Listen to this story, retold by Cantor Rosalie Will.
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Texas Apple-Sour Cream Crumb Pie
Brimming with apples and spice, this pie with its sweet crumb topping is a crowd-pleaser!
Pretzel Challah
The crusty ends are favorites on their own, and the chewy middle invites all sorts of spreads. The crunchy topping of salt crystals adds a special kick to all of it!
Pink Lentil Soup with Lamb Kofte
This soup tastes just like an Israeli kebab shop or, as restaurant critic Craig LaBan once wrote, "Jerusalem in a bowl."
Chicken Soup with Chicken Meatballs and Zucchini Spaghetti
In trying to eat healthfully, I have developed chicken meatballs as an alternative to matzah balls. They taste great and even look the same! But the traditionalists need not worry, as I have also provided ideas for updating traditional matzah balls.
Chocolate Quinoa Cake
This cake is surprisingly moist and delicious—great for Passover and all year round.
Camp Recipe: Hamantaschen
The great thing about hamantaschen is that you can make so many different types. Here at URJ Camp George, Canada's only Reform Jewish summer camp, we even put gummy bears in some of ours!
Falafel (Chickpea Patties)
Falafel is sold on street corners in every city and town in Israel.
Hummus (Chickpea Dip)
Like techina, or sesame paste, hummus was brought to Israel by Jews from Arab countries, though today it is everyone's favorite. It tastes best when eaten with fresh, warm pita bread.