Modern Jewish Comfort Food: 100 Fresh Recipes for Classic Dishes from Kugel to Kreplach

Shannon Sarna, the author of "Modern Jewish Baker" and "The Nosher," has written a new book called "Modern Jewish Comfort Food" that showcases recipes and variations that have shaped Jewish cuisine from around the world. The book includes traditional dishes and exciting variations that will bring heartwarming comfort to the home kitchen, such as tomato & pepper shakshuka, potato latkes, dumplings, and sweets. Sarna encourages home cooks to connect to Jewish foodways and explore the history of this diverse cuisine.

Format: Hardback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 18 October 2022
Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Comfort food is a subjective and diverse culinary experience that varies greatly from person to person, family to family, and region to region. As the author of Modern Jewish Baker and editor of The Nosher, Shannon Sarna has a lifelong passion for telling the story of the Jewish people through food. In her latest book, Modern Jewish Comfort Food, Sarna showcases a wide range of recipes and variations that have shaped Jewish cuisine across the globe.

The book explores the influence of immigration waves from Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, New York City, and beyond on Jewish cuisine. Sarna shares many traditional dishes, offering exciting variations that will bring warmth and comfort to the home kitchen. From her Basic Tomato & Pepper Shakshuka, which is cleverly transformed into a deep-dish pizza, to her Classic Potato Latkes, which invite vegetable-focused variations like Beet & Carrot and Summer Corn Zucchini, the book offers a multitude of dumplings that reflect the diverse range of the Jewish diaspora.

Sarna's recipes are accompanied by stunning photography, making them even more enticing for home cooks. The book also includes a section on sweets, with two kinds of Israeli-Style Yeasted Rugelach, Funfetti Macaroons, and other delectable treats that are perfect for completing the holiday dessert table.

Modern Jewish Comfort Food is not just a cookbook; it is a gateway to Jewish foodways and a journey through the history of this diverse cuisine. It encourages home cooks to explore the rich tapestry of flavors and traditions that make up Jewish cuisine and to connect with their heritage through the art of cooking. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this book will inspire you to embrace the joy of Jewish comfort food and create delicious memories with your loved ones.

Weight: 904g
Dimension: 211 x 261 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781682686980