Putzel Kitchen

Passover-Achieving Foods

My family always looks forward to the traditional Jewish foods at Seder: Homemade Matzoh Balls & Chicken Soup Brisket However, dessert can be another story…With limited ingredient options for Passover, goodies often all taste the...

Healthy Cooking Class for Charity

Healthy Cooking Class for Charity

As a fundraiser for Ravinia Nursery School, I recently I taught a vegetarian class to a family who wants to cook more at home. We prepared Quinoa with Dried Cherries, Dill & Zucchini, Roasted Cauliflower...

Fast, Flavorful Weeknight Meal

Fast, Flavorful Weeknight Meal

I was in a blunder the other night and had about 30 minutes to make dinner.  Luckily the veggies were already prepped.  I popped a few sweet potatoes in the oven and got cooking....

New Year’s Resolutions

New Year’s Resolutions

The winter holidays seem like a distant memory and we are back to the grindstone as if the festivities never even happened.  Don’t get stuck in the doldrums of winter’s grey skies and frigid...

Gourmet Tuna Steaks in Minutes

Gourmet Tuna Steaks in Minutes

Labor Day has passed and school is back in session…in other words the party is over and we’re all getting back to business.  With busier days I always like to rely on my meals...

Healthy Comfort Food

Winter is here and a hot, hearty (not to be confused with rich or heavy) dinner next to a roaring fire is a perfect way to end your day.  It’s also cold and flu...

Soups for Cold November Nights

Soups for Cold November Nights

Soup is incredibly soothing on a cold November night, and corn chowder is a perfect way to start your Thanksgiving meal.  Below are two different corn chowder recipes which are equally delightful.   Sara...