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The Donnarama Dishes Blog


Grandma's Brisket
This is a traditional, oniony-flavored brisket recipe, which is not hard to make, but it does take time. And love; you definitely need to make this with love. And if you do, I promise you will have found your new favorite brisket recipe.


An Easy & Addictive Lemon Cookie
Easy, lemony, addictive, and made from pantry items. If you like lemon and need a pick-me-up or something easy-peasy, this is the recipe for you.


Passover Granola
This maple granola is an easy to make, delicious to eat, and wonderful hostess gift during Passover (or anytime).


Lamb Is The Special Occasion Meal Request In This House
Unfussy and utterly delicious, this is a simple recipe which yields a memorable lamb main course.


The Sweet Potato & Black Bean Burrito Recipe You've Been Waiting For
Hearty, tasty, and vegetarian (or vegan), this is a good recipe to keep around. I make it a few times a year, and keep some uncooked burritos in the freezer for those emergency situations!


Cilantro Lime Shrimp: Easy, Quick, & Healthy!
Healthy, delicious, easy, and quick: Cilantro Lime Shrimp checks all the boxes and is a dinner favorite around here.


The Easiest & Tastiest Chicken Soup/ Broth/ Stock!
I have a new way to make chicken soup (stock, broth) which I must share. It's stupidly easy & delicious, and used for my matzo ball soup.


The Incredible Edible (Hard-Boiled) Egg
You know how peeling hard boiled eggs can be stressful if/ when you need the eggs to be smooth and look good? Well, this post is for you!


Valentine's Day!
Express your love with food this valentine's day. I have a simple (to make and to clean up) menu which will communicate how you feel. xoxo


Candied Nuts
Quick and easy, this is your new go-to candied nut recipe. If you like cinnamon and nuts, you'll want to read on!


Use Up Your Leftover Chicken: Chicken Tortilla Soup
This recipe for chicken tortilla soup is a quick and hearty way to use up the leftover chicken languishing in your fridge.


Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
Greek lemon chicken & rice (Avgolemono) soup is easy, tasty, and SO comforting! I really think you should add it to your menu plan.


Thanksgiving Prep (Mostly à la Martha)
Planning insights for Thanksgiving: which pan to use, when to prep what, and how to dial it back for an intimate meal.


Zippy Corn Chip Crusted Chicken
Who doesn't love crispy chicken? Here's a simple recipe, using a new favorite Trader Joe's product, to try when you want pub-type food.


Peppers: Stuffed & Unstuffed
Versatile and a great way to use up leftovers, this recipe for bell peppers: stuffed and unstuffed should be in your consideration set.


Be Ready: The High Holy Days Are Coming Up!
The Jewish holidays are upon us, and it's never too soon to start your baking. I've made maple ruggelach this year; yum!


Marry Me Mac & Cheese
This is the go-to mac & cheese for me and my loved ones. And I'd argue it should be for you and yours, as well. It's really that good.


Following Up On The Best Crumb Cake Recipe: The Blueberry Version!
The blueberry version of the double peach crumb coffee cake may be even better than the original!


The Incredibly Versatile Smoked Trout Spread You Need
A simple appetizer or bunch dish, this smoked trout spread is something you'll be proud to serve. It can be served both fancy & casual!


Roasted (White) Fish With Green Beans & Tomatoes
Making the most of in-season tomatoes and green beans, this fish dish is QUICK, SIMPLE, HEALTHY & DELICIOUS! Trust me on this.
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