We all have nights when we come home after a not-so-great day and need to sit down to something as comforting as possible, as quickly as possible. This orzo is the answer. This is the creamiest, cheesiest orzo you can imagine, filled with tender mushrooms and baby spinach, that cooks up in a single pot…
Democracy and civil society depend upon the commitment to two principles: objective truth and democratic process. Regrettably, both have come under assault in recent months, through baseless conspiracies of election fraud and a concerted effort to overturn the will of the majority of Americans who voted in the recent election. Tragically, last week those efforts…
By Dr. Anne Andrew Anxiety and stress in teens is an epidemic, and has been well-documented. A 2014 survey revealed that 83% of teens reported school-related stress. Now with COVID-19, increases in gun-violence and racial tensions, the numbers are likely to be even higher. Are there some things that teachers can do to play a…
Photo: A fused glass fish platter created by artist Bobby Harr. By Jessica Gonzalez Fused glass artist Bobby Harr uses dichroic glass, the same glass used by NASA to protect its astronauts and spacecraft from the radiation of unfiltered sunlight, to create vibrant, one-of-a-kind works of art. Valley residents can see Bobby in action working…
By Martina Merashi What is an Ethical Will? In Jewish tradition, ethical wills included end-of-life planning items like burial preferences, last wishes, debts or obligations to be paid, and instructions for family members on carrying out religious traditions. For centuries, these tzava’ot documents have been the way Jewish seniors pass on their wisdom to loved…
A student team from Arizona State University has won the million-dollar XPRIZE Next-Gen Mask Challenge to redesign the face masks used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by making them more comfortable, functional and affordable. The contest drew nearly 1,000 entries from young innovators in more than 70 countries around the world. The ASU team…
In this recipe, Amy Kritzer took the decidedly unkosher Crab Rangoon and swapped the crab for lox.The result? It’s like a fried version of your favorite bagel breakfast. By Amy Kritzer for The Nosher Ingredients 8 ounces cream cheese (dairy or pareve), at room temperature 4 ounces lox, finely diced 1 tablespoon powdered sugar 1…
Enjoy your Chinese Shabbat complete with the most fun cupcakes around! By Samantha Mattox for Kveller For the cupcakes: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter (or margarine), room temperature 2 eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 tsp almond extract 1/2 cup…
Easy homemade chicken teriyaki skewers! A great alternative to take-out! Recipe courtesy Baked by Rachel Ingredients Teriyaki sauce: 1/2 C soy sauce 2 Tbsp water 2 Tbsp rice vinegar 1/4 C light brown sugar 3/4 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp cornstarch Remaining ingredients: 1 1/2-2 lb boneless chicken breast sesame seeds (optional) Hot mustard (optional)…
A brand new 16-week live teleconference/webinar series with R’ Aryeh Nivin and Mrs. Robin Meyerson starts Jan. 7, 2021. This new initiative for participants across the country will help people stay calm no matter what life brings. Even as the stress piles on, the world speeds up, the mind gets busy, you’re no longer in…
