Jewish/Deli

Matzoh Molletes Rancheros

Matzoh Molletes Rancheros

This crispy matzoh based breakfast is a cross between molletes and huevos rancheros. I used beans from a can and my homemade chiltepin salsa.

Sprinkles Black & White Cookies

Sprinkles Black & White Cookies

Look to the cookie! Black and white cookies inspired by the famous Seinfeld quote with sprinkles added so we remember to sparkle too. 

Vegan Hot Dog Bites

Vegan Hot Dog Bites

Cute bite-sized vegan appetizer made with veggie dogs and spicy jalapeno sauerkraut filled Fillo cups accented with a dollop of yellow mustard.

Mexican Shakshuka

Mexican Shakshuka

Recipe for Sonoran-style Mexican Shakshuka made with eggs simmered in a spicy tomato cream sauce and topped with melted cheddar.

Vegetarian Matzo Ball Soup

Vegetarian Matzo Ball Soup

A hearty vegetarian version of traditional matzo ball soup modified from an onion and mushroom soup recipe that my mother used to make when I was a kid.

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cover of The Unofficial Elf Cookbook by Jackie Alpers. Treat every day like Christmas with recipes inspired by the classic film "Elf".
The Unofficial Elf Cookbook by Jackie Alpers
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Food photography by Alpers of loaded hot dogs is an American Photography 41 winner.
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