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High Holy Days Challah
By Peter Fritz
All year long our challah is braided, but it is round for Rosh Hashanah. What does the challah’s shape teach us about this special time of year?
There are many explanations. Round challahs have no end, symbolizing… Continue reading
The Meaning of Each Braid
By Peter Fritz
Recently, I made several braided round challahs. Some people may have wondered why. After all, it is not Rosh Hashanah. I often make round braided challahs for events like bar/bat mitzvahs, baby naming and weddings because it… Continue reading
Peter Fritz: Challah Man
By Arnie Warshawsky
On Sunday, June 2, 2019, I learned a tiny bit about the challenges and satisfaction of baking challah. With seven other hardy souls, I attended the second showing of “Peter Fritz: Challah Man.” We were graciously hosted… Continue reading
Challah: Flour Power
By Peter Fritz
Temple Emanu-El is making their kitchen available for another class on making challah. The date is Sunday June 2. Time 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Class size is limited to 8, so if interested, register… Continue reading
Olive Oil Matzo
By Peter Fritz
Time:
30 minutes, mostly unattended
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup water
Sea salt, optional.
Yield: 12 servings.
- Heat the oven to 500 degrees. Put flour, salt and olive… Continue reading
Fennel and Orange-Scented Challah Recipe
Fennel and Orange-Scented Challah
by Peter Fritz
Fennel and orange scented challah is a favorite of many members of the congregation. Because fennel and orange go so well together, I include some orange zest with some fresh orange… Continue reading
How to Braid a Six-Strand Challah Bread Loaf
Contributed by Peter Fritz
A six-strand challah creates a thick, wide challah with a pretty design. However, I found the instructions hard to follow until I discovered simplified instructions on the Internet. All you have to remember is “over two,… Continue reading
Sephardic Challah With Whole Spices
Contributed by Peter Fritz
I enjoy baking different types of challahs for Sof, and this is a favorite. While this recipe suggests a variety of spices, the seeds used for Sof are a combination of anise, coriander, and sesame seeds.… Continue reading
Matzah Caramel Crunch Recipe
Matzoh Caramel Crunch
1 jelly roll pan
Matzoh to cover the bottom
2 sticks butter
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup chopped nuts
2 cups chocolate chips (or enough to cover the matzoh)
Preheat oven to 350*
Cover the jelly… Continue reading