We haven't yet had our first real rain but, the moment we do, all of Israel will surely head out wearing boots, jeans 'n scarves. (The fact that the temperature gauge still reads in the mid-twenties won't affect wardrobe choices at all.) The warm weather notwithstanding, days are already shorter and more blustery, and 'Soup Season' has officially opened in my home. My soup repertoire is extensive, but the recipe I make most often, is undoubtedly 'Tomato Soup With A Twis

I love the way humble vegetables offer a blank canvas just waiting for culinary inspiration. I classify unadorned greens as rabbit food - I confess that you'll never find me biting into a red pepper or crunching dreary celery sticks - but I am constantly amazed at how easy it is to give plain produce Super (Salad) Bowl status. There are two, amazingly simple tricks to creating showstopper salads: 1: Dress for success with dressings so delicious that you'll want to eat t

Did you know that Meatland carries no less than 24 different jam flavors, ranging from the classic strawberry, apricot, and orange, right through to the exotic kiwi, guava, fig, rhubarb and more? It was this realization that had me digging out this much-loved and amazingly versatile 'Cookie Crumble Squares' recipe. (Non-jam-eaters read on...I offer alternatives.) The method for making these classic cookies couldn't be easier as you simply mix up dough using everyday pan