This is the easiest homemade pasta or dumpling you can make, no special skills or equipment required. The sauce has a light touch and doesn’t overwhelm with heavy tomatoey-ness.
This is a simple and easy asparagus salad you can whip up quickly. You could also roast the asparagus instead of boiling it for an added layer of flavor.
In many European countries, cheesecake is made with cottage cheese rather than cream cheese, the favored cheese component in the U.S. This yields a slightly more dense crumb and tangy bite.
Traditional matzo ball soup is prepared with a whole chicken. This version omits the chicken and yields a satisfying vegetarian soup for Passover or any time.