The Rosen School of Hebrew Blog

Hamin (Hebrew: חַמִּין‎) is a traditional Jewish stew simmered overnight, for 12 hours or more, and eaten for lunch on Shabbat. Hamin is the Hebrew word for cholent and it derives from the word ham…

Kugel (Hebrew: קוּגֶל) is a traditional Jewish dessert or side dish. The word is Yiddish for a ball, but it is sometimes translated as pudding or casserole. The Kugel we will make…

Apple Strudel (Hebrew:שְׁטְרוּדֶל תַּפּוּחים )  Is a type of layered pastry with apples Inside, often served with cream.It became well known and gained popularity in the 18th century through the Hapsburg Empire. Many Jewish…

Tzimmes (In Yiddish: צִימֶס) is a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish dish in various territories made from a variety of vegetables (carrots, chickpeas, beans) often combined with dried fruits like prunes or raisins, and other root…

Latkes are traditionally eaten by Jews during the Jewish Holiday Hanukkah. The oil for cooking the latkes is a reminder of the oil from the Hanukkah story that kept the Second Temple…

Hamantashen is a triangular, filled pastry which is traditionally served on the Jewish Holiday Purim.The name Haman ash is commonly known as a reference to Haman, the villain of Purim, as described…

Shakshouka (Hebrew: שַׁקְשׁוּקָה‎) is a dish from the Maghreb of Tunisian originsconsisting of eggs cooked in a sauce of tomatoes, peppers, onions and spices, often and usually served with white bread. The…

Kneidlach (In Hebrew:קְנֵידְלָךְ) are small dumplings that are a tradition in Jewish cuisine. They are mostly served with chicken soup, but you can make them as an appetizer. Many Jews make Kniedalach…

Hummus (In Hebrew: חוּמוּס) made from garbanzo beans, is served as an appetizer, side dish or main course in Israel. Hummus is one of the most popular salads in Israel, especially during…

As it is customary to eat dairy food on the Jewish Holiday of Shavuot, it is no wonder that cheesecake (In Hebrew:עוגת גבינה) has become the most popular Shavuot dessert. It is very easy to make….