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Hi Reader,

We’re back to lazy mode this week—probably because I’ve been playing way too much pickleball! We’ve selected a few lazy Fall recipes that feature:

• Few ingredients
• Quick prep, and/or
• Ready in 30 minutes or less

For those celebrating the Jewish New Year on October 2nd, we’ve curated some delicious recipes for your Rosh Hashanah menu. Even if you don’t observe the holiday, take a peek—you’ll find plenty of recipes perfect for weeknights and entertaining.

Finally, don’t miss our tips on Fall produce: what’s available at your local farmer’s market or grocery store, the best way to store apples, Fall spices, and more.

As always, hope you find something you like!

Cheryl and Jenna

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Rosh Hashanah Menu: 33 Recipe Ideas 2024

We’re sharing lots of delicious recipes for your fall Rosh Hashanah menu – appetizers, main dishes, side dishes and desserts – most are make-ahead and many are quick and easy. We update this list every year to help make your celebration delicious.

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Lazy Fall Recipes

Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls (Instant Pot, 35 Min)

These instant pot unstuffed cabbage rolls taste exactly like my grandmother’s without all the work! They’re a breeze to make in about a third of the time. And just delish. I call them lazy cabbage rolls. 35 minutes

You can also make it on the stovetop.

Gnocchi Au Gratin (With Pre-Made Gnocchi)

The pillowy gnocchi in this gnocchi gratin is transformed with a rich, velvety white cheese sauce. Serve it as an appetizer, side or main dish using fresh store-bought gnocchi for a great shortcut. 22 minutes.

Rack of Pork (Succulent, Easy, Impressive)

A roasted rack of pork (or pork rib roast) is a great choice for a family or company meal because it’s relatively inexpensive, it’s easy to make and it’s impressive. Not to mention delicious! 5 hours 45 min (including 4 hrs brining). 5 min prep!

Pastina Soup With Veggies

Pastina soup – Italian chicken noodle soup – is a comforting soup in a bowl. I like to add veggies to bump up the nutrition, but that’s up to you (and what the kids will eat!). A satisfying one-pot meal. 22 minutes.

Easy Sweet Thai Chili Wings (Grill or Bake)

Make these easy, spicy, sweet Thai chili chicken wings when the craving hits and nothing else but chicken wings will do. Just 5 ingredients plus salt and pepper. 23 minutes.

Vegetarian Sweet Potato Hash

This quick and easy vegetarian sweet potato hash recipe (with a good shortcut) made with onions, garlic, peppers and smoked paprika is a delicious side dish, main dish, breakfast item or filling. Nutrient-rich and low-calorie. 20 minutes.

Sous Vide New York Strip Steak

Sous vide New York Strip is an exceptional steak. Melt in your mouth tender, perfectly cooked to the temperature you choose, easy to make, fantastic flavor and stress-free. 2 hours 15 min. (prep = 15 min)

Tips on Fall produce

Here are the veggies and fruits that peak in the fall - and a few good tips.

Fall green veggies: arugula, broccoli, spinach, kale, celery, and artichokes.

Fall root veggies: onions, potatoes, parsnips, carrots, turnips, and sweet potato celeriac (celery root), garlic, beets, rutabaga

Fall fruits: cranberries, apples, pomegranates, citrus fruits, pears, pumpkin, winter squash, bell peppers (yes, the last 3 are fruits)

1. What is the best place to store apples? Apples will keep on the counter out of the sun for about a week, but it's best to store apples in the crisper drawer of the fridge. They can last for 6-8 weeks this way.
2. What is the healthiest root vegetable? Carrots top the charts as one of the most nutritious. They're brimming with vitamins A and K, as well as the important antioxidant beta-carotene. Source: Healthline
3. Should I just save money and buy frozen? It depends on what you're using the fruits and veggies for. Fresh is best when eating them raw or in salads. But frozen are just as or more nutritious, and great for incorporating into casseroles, baked goods, frittatas, etc.
4. What spices are good for fall? Warm spices like Allspice, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Cumin, Ginger, Nutmeg, Mulling spice, Pumpkin spice blend.

If you love fall root veggies, try this yummy root vegetable soup.

What You're Saying...

Wow, this pork brine recipe is a game-changer! The pork chops came out incredibly juicy and flavorful. Thanks for this simple trick! Shannon

​Simple Pork Chop Brine (Worth It!)​

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Have a great week!

Cheryl and Jenna

jenna-cheryl@twokooksinthekitchen.com

Website: https://twokooksinthekitchen.com/​

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