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Spinach and Artichoke Strata

sinaisrq / Brunch, Recipes, Side Dishes /

Serves 6 Ingredients 2 T olive oil 2 cups fresh spinach, washed and patted dry 3 green onions, sliced thin (white and light green parts only) 2 cans artichoke hearts (drained) 8 oz. (about 5 cups) day old baguette, cubed 6 oz. shredded Mozzarella cheese 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 3/4 c. milk […]

October 1, 2018

Blueberry Muffins

sinaisrq / Brunch, Recipes /

Adapted from a recipe called “Jordan Marsh’s Blueberry Muffins” by Marian Burros in the New York Times. The lemon zest is optional, but it gives a good added flavor. Ingredients ½ c margarine or butter, softened 1 ¼ c sugar 2 eggs 1 t vanilla extract 2 c flour ½ t salt 2 t baking […]

Chavurah

March 16, 2018

What are people from existing Chavurot saying?

sinaisrq / Chavurah /

What are people from existing Chavurot saying? Social Gatherings:Chavurah Ruachhas done many interesting things over the years we have been together. We have 15 active members who try to attend all our activities: miniature golf, Solomon’s Castle, Shabbat services, Chanukah parties, a Mote tour, volunteering at the food festival and the food bank, etc. Everyone has […]

Desert

October 16, 2018

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

sinaisrq / Desert, Recipes /

Adapted from The Barefoot Contessa: How Easy is That? By Ina Garten Ingredients: 4 c fresh rhubarb, 1-inch diced (4 to 5 stalks) 4 c fresh strawberries, hulled and halved if large 1 ½ c granulated sugar 1 ½ t grated orange zest 1 T cornstarch ½ c orange juice 1 c all-purpose flour ½ […]

September 30, 2018

Croissant Bread Pudding

sinaisrq / Desert, Recipes /

This dessert is very delicious and very rich. You may substitute challah for the croissants, if preferable. This would make a nice contribution to a pot-luck meal. Ingredients 3 extra-large whole eggs 8 extra-large yolks 5 c half & half 1 ½ c sugar 1 ½ t pure vanilla extract 6 large croissants, preferably […]

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Every day

January 14, 2019

CURRIED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

sinaisrq / Every day, Recipes, Soup /

INGREDIENTS 1 2-lb butternut squash, peeled, seeded, diced into ½”- ¾” cubes, yielding about 6 cups of cubed squash 4 TBSP olive oil 3 TBSP butter 1 large yellow onion, chopped 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 TBSP minced fresh ginger 1 tsp minced garlic 2 tsp yellow curry powder […]

September 22, 2018

Frittata with Vegetables, an easy and delicious weekday recipe

sinaisrq / Every day, Main Dish, Recipes /

5 to 6 Servings INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ c onion, diced 2 t garlic, finely diced 5 small Yukon Gold or red potatoes cut into ¼ rounds 1 c fresh asparagus, cut into bite size pieces ½ c Comte or Gruyere cheese, shredded Kosher salt and black pepper, plus a generous pinch of cayenne […]

Holiday

December 6, 2018

Delicious Toppings for Party Size Latkes

sinaisrq / Holiday, Recipes, Side Dishes /

Applesauce and sour cream are traditional and yummy toppings, but here are some new and creative topping ideas for Hanukkah celebrations. Be creative and have fun! Party Size Latkes: To make hors d’oeuvres-size latkes, use your favorite recipe but fry them in 2 ½ inch cakes. (Use a heaping 2 tablespoons of potato mixture.) Drain […]

December 4, 2018

Strawberry Sufganiyot: Donuts for Hanukah

sinaisrq / Holiday, Recipes /

Enjoyed in Israel and around the world! Ingredients for Dough 1 1/4-oz. envelope active dry yeast (about 2 & 1/4 tsp.) 3 to 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided, plus more for surface 1 Tablespoon plus ¼ cup sugar 2 large egg yolks and 1 large egg ½ cup warm whole milk 2 Tablespoons fresh orange […]

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Main Dish

December 6, 2018

Delicious Toppings for Party Size Latkes

sinaisrq / Holiday, Recipes, Side Dishes /

December 4, 2018

Strawberry Sufganiyot: Donuts for Hanukah

sinaisrq / Holiday, Recipes /

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Rabbi Huntting

October 29, 2018

Message from Rabbi Huntting

sinaisrq / Rabbi Huntting /

The news from the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh has left us broken hearted, and we are justified in feeling frightened, as the attack and murder there conjures up terrible memories both recent and further in the past. But there is one thought that can help us to find the strength necessary for the […]

Rabbi Kahn

November 29, 2018

Rabbi Samantha Kahn’s First Message to Temple Sinai

sinaisrq / Rabbi Kahn /

Two years ago, I bid farewell to my family and friends of Congregation Emanu El in Houston, Texas, as I followed my husband to the Bay Area and began the next chapter in our lives. For six years I served nearly 2,000 families, offering the complete range of rabbinic duties with my clergy team. And […]

Recipes

January 14, 2019

CURRIED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

sinaisrq / Every day, Recipes, Soup /

January 8, 2019

Spinach and Artichoke Strata

sinaisrq / Brunch, Recipes, Side Dishes /

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Side Dishes

January 8, 2019

Spinach and Artichoke Strata

sinaisrq / Brunch, Recipes, Side Dishes /

December 6, 2018

Delicious Toppings for Party Size Latkes

sinaisrq / Holiday, Recipes, Side Dishes /

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Soup

January 14, 2019

CURRIED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

sinaisrq / Every day, Recipes, Soup /

Temple News

September 20, 2018

President’s Yom Kippur Appeal

sinaisrq / Temple News /

Yom Kippur Appeal: 2018 As I was preparing for today’s remarks, I was reminded of a story that I recently heard. Saul and Ester Gittlemen of Temple Beth Israel in Long Island just celebrated their 60thwedding anniversary. There was a special Shabbat service in their honor that their entire family attended. After the service, […]

September 13, 2018

President’s Rosh Hashanah Remarks

sinaisrq / Temple News /

Gud Yuntif” There are many people who are responsible for making our service wonderful this morning. Thank you to Rabbi, Chazzan, Christine, our Singers, Ellyn Bender, our HHD chairman, Judy Swerdlow, our VP of Ritual, our readers, bimah honorees, ushers and greeters. I’d like to begin my remarks with an analogy. Every year, our President […]

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Uncategorized

September 15, 2018

Julia Child’s Recipe for Gravlox. A sumptuous salmon recipe for Break-the-Fast

sinaisrq / Holiday, Recipes, Uncategorized /

Ingredients 2½ to 3 lbs. salmon fillets, skin on, all bones removed 1½ T kosher salt (more if needed), and 2¼ t brown sugar 4 T cognac, plus more if needed 1 c dill sprigs, packed Directions Trim the salmon fillet, cutting away any thin uneven edges and the thin end of the […]