Author: Darren Klugman

Darren Klugman with a Freshly Caught Fish
Mushroom Gruyère Tart
Vegetarian Recipes

Mushroom & Gruyère Quiche

A flaky pastry crust holds a savory custard of caramelized mushrooms, herbs, and melty Gruyère cheese. Ideal for brunch or a light dairy dinner.

Baked Stuffed Shells
Vegetarian Recipes

Baked Cheese-Stuffed Shells with Marinara

Pasta shells filled with a creamy ricotta-spinach filling, placed in marinara sauce, and baked until bubbly and golden. A cozy, hearty dish perfect for a dairy meal.

Creamy Vegetable Lasagna Delight
Vegetarian Recipes

Three-Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

A rich and satisfying baked dish layered with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and roasted vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy béchamel sauce. A Shavuot favorite with great texture and bold flavor.

Potato & Cheese Bourekas
Vegetarian Recipes

Potato & Cheese Bourekas

These savory pastries are filled with a creamy blend of mashed potatoes and cheese, wrapped in puff pastry, and baked until golden brown. A beloved Sephardic snack or appetizer—flaky on the outside, soft on the inside.

Cheese Blintzes with Sweet Cream Filling
Vegetarian Recipes

Cheese Blintzes with Sweet Cream Filling

These traditional Ashkenazi-style blintzes feature delicate crepes filled with a sweet, creamy cheese mixture. They’re pan-fried until golden and served with sour cream or a fruit compote for a comforting, rich finish.

Southern-Style Smoked Mackerel Dip
Gluten-Free Recipes

Southern-Style Smoked Mackerel Dip

This creamy and smoky Southern-style dip blends rich smoked mackerel with a zesty, tangy dressing for a bold, briny appetizer. It’s perfect with crackers, matzo, or veggie sticks, making it an ideal choice for parties, picnics, or Shabbat gatherings with a Southern twist.

Sweet & Savory Pomegranate BBQ Meatballs
Gluten-Free Recipes

Sweet & Savory Pomegranate BBQ Meatballs

Tender, moist beef meatballs lacquered in tangy-sweet pomegranate barbecue sauce—an easy kosher main that feels both American cookout and holiday festive.

Green Herb Tahini
Vegetarian Recipes

Emerald Green Herb Tahini

Lush parsley, cilantro and mint whirl into whipped sesame tahini, igniting a bright emerald dip whose citrus snap and herb-chili aroma beg you to tear into warm pita on the spot.

Shavuot Spinach-Ricotta Lasagna
Vegetarian Recipes

Shavuot Spinach-Ricotta Lasagna

Bubbling mozzarella, herb-laced ricotta and emerald spinach layers bake into a golden casserole that turns every Shavuot buffet into pure, melty comfort