Brought to Ancestreats by Rachel Kaufman from Heeling Vibes. This recipe has been in my dad’s family for several generations–my mom learned it from my Dad’s mom, Rose Freedman. I’d like to think that when Rose’s mom, Bessie Ruth, moved to America from Eastern Europe she brought the recipe with her, at least in her head/heart. I have fond memories of eating my Nana’s brisket … Continue reading Nana’s Beef Brisket
Submitted by Ana. Great recipe to try when you have left over chicken and rice. In our family we typically make this when there’s a large family gathering. We consider it comfort food. Always good and home made. If I had to recall a memory from this it would be my summers with my Ecuadorian family. My aunt or Grandma would make this either as … Continue reading Family Fantástico Ecuadorian Arroz con Pollo
Submitted by Relly. This Greek stew has few ingredients, and is yet so rich in flavors. Since back in the days beef was an expensive product, my grandmother would make this dish for the high holidays, Rosh Hashanah and Passover night. My family and I continue this tradition and have this dish for holiday dinners. My grandmother would go to the market and dig for the … Continue reading Less is More Stifado (Greek beef & onions stew)
Submitted by Michelle Landvik from raising (and cooking for) a Protein Intolerant Child. I was born in Southern California where Mexican food was common and delicious. In the early ’80s, mom decided to move us to the land-locked prairie where tortillas were practically unheard of at the time. The only “Mexican” food people ate in our small town was from a pre-made kit or from a Tex-Mex … Continue reading Quick Cilantro-Lime Pork Tacos – Gluten and Top 8 free
Submitted by Farah from Coffee Beans and Greens. This recipe is a ‘quick and easy’ and delicious version of the traditional Channa Masala dish, which is usually made with dried chickpeas that are soaked overnight and then cooked in a pressure cooker. Inspiration for this recipe came from a craving for some Indian food and the memory of my mom’s Channa Masala. This dish is … Continue reading Curry in a Hurry – Channa Masala
Submitted by Batya Stepelman from Sparrows & Spatulas. I grew up thinking that latkes, that traditional Chanukah potato pancake, were a uniquely Jewish dish. But latkes exist in lots of European countries, they just have different names. In Germany the latke is called Kartoffelpuffer or Reibekuchen. In Luxembourg you’d order Gromperekichelcher. Poles slather their placki ziemniaczane in sour cream. Ukrainians, Belarusians and Russians call their potato pancake … Continue reading Classic Latkes with a Denver-twist
Submitted by Rachael. For dairy meals at holiday time, my family would serve this creamy noodle pudding. It can be served hot, warm or cold. I took this workhorse casserole for granted until I had children of my own. When my toddlers refused to eat their vegetables, I got creative with this old favorite. I added one shredded zucchini to the custard, to get fiber … Continue reading Lokschen Kugel (aka Noodle Pudding)
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