Passover

Easiest. Passover. Ever.

Shhh—nobody needs to know just how little effort you put in.
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    1/5

    Matzo Ball Soup

    Guys, this matzo ball soup is strictly optional. But what's easier than setting a pot of chicken broth to simmer while you're prepping the rest of the meal?

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    2/5

    Cucumber and Radish Salad

    This salad does double duty on the Passover table, standing in as both refreshing appetizer and tasty green vegetable dish alongside the rich brisket and roasted vegetables.

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  • Roger Sherman
    3/5

    Nach Waxman's Brisket of Beef

    Keep your entree simple and flavorful. Slow-cooked brisket is nearly foolproof and spends most of it's time in the oven, which frees you up to make everything else.

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  • David Cicconi
    4/5

    Roasted Potatoes, Onions, and Carrots

    Know what's easy? Throwing a bunch of potatoes, onions, and carrots onto a baking sheet and roasting them to golden perfection. Know what's delicious? See previous answer.

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  • 5/5

    Olive Oil Dark Chocolate Mousse

    Nope, no need to whip up some crazy matzo meal cake. A simple, rich, and nut-topped chocolate mousse (made pareve with olive oil) will do the trick just as well.

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