Kosher Cuisine with Marcy Goldman

Tu Bishvat

We don’t think of trees and fruity things in the middle of winter, at least, not in the northeast, we don’t. That is why the Holiday of the Trees, Tu Bishvat is such a delightful reminder of not only spring which looks ahead, but the fruity harvest trees offer. The recipes here use some tree fruits, and aptly, dried fruits, as Tu Bishvat recipes often do. These are just wonderfully sweet as well as good in their own right - making them the perfect things to serve at a Tu Bishvat gathering at your home.

Enjoy,
Marcy Goldman

Halvah Cranberry Orange Scones - These are delectable sweet scones, with a Biblical ingredient: halvah and a touch of fruity goodness.

Gummy Bear Chewy Fruit Mini Strudels - This is sometimes referred to as "haimish strudel" or dried fruit strudel and is a holiday delicacy that is a cross between a confection and a pastry. You can use stretch strudel dough for this recipe, or store-bought kosher puff dough, but this easy Sour Cream Mock Puff dough is tops in flavor and texture. Instead of the usual Turkish Delight, the ‘delightful’ sweet chewiness in this recipe comes from gummy bears.

Raspberry Brown Sugar Bars - Ultra sweet squares, nicely broken up by the zing of raspberries and buttery pecans. This is a very contemporary but still fruity baked goodie, perfect for hosting a Tu Bishvat get together. The perk of raspberries wakes up the palate. Just make sure you serve these tiny -they are rich.

Tu Bishvat Plum Tart - A sophisticated, plumy pastry offering. Plums add vibrant color to the winter dessert table. To make this pareve, use water to replace the cream.