{"id":1761291,"date":"2022-04-15T15:21:44","date_gmt":"2022-04-15T20:21:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=1761291"},"modified":"2023-03-29T07:34:06","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T12:34:06","slug":"kosher-symbols-on-packaging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/kosher-symbols-on-packaging\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Read Kosher Symbols on Food Packaging"},"content":{"rendered":"If you're Jewish, you definitely know the importance of kosher<\/a> food. Kosher, in Hebrew, means \"fit,\" as in \"fit to eat,\" and refers to Jewish dietary law. However, it's not just useful if you're Jewish. Because one of the main tenets is to keep meat and dairy separate, kosher labels on food products are also useful to consumers who are vegetarian, lactose intolerant or have other dietary restrictions. For this reason, it's important to know what kosher symbols look like and what they mean.\r\n\r\nMost kosher certification worldwide is done by Orthodox Union Kosher, also known as OU Kosher. Based in New York, the agency certifies almost 70% of kosher food around the world. So if you're on the lookout for kosher ingredients or want to pick up some kosher snacks<\/a>, it's important to know the symbols they use.\r\nKosher Symbols According to OU Kosher<\/h2>\r\n\r\nIf a Product Is Marked OU<\/h3>\r\nOU Kosher uses the letter \"U\" inside an \"O\" to mark all their certified products. Any item marked with this symbol indicates that the product is, in kosher terms, \"parve\" or \"pareve\"\u2014but not kosher specifically for Passover. In other words, it indicates:\r\n\r\n \tThe product contains neither dairy nor meat, nor any dairy or meat derivatives.<\/li>\r\n \tIt was not made on dairy equipment.<\/li>\r\n \tIt was not made on equipment used for making meat products.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nIf a Product Is Marked OU-D<\/h3>\r\nIf the symbol has the letter \"D\" added, it indicates the presence of dairy. This may mean:\r\n\r\n \tThe product is dairy or has been on dairy equipment.<\/li>\r\n \tThe product contains a dairy ingredient or a dairy derivative.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nAccording to kosher guidance, this means that this product shouldn't be heated or reheated in pots and pans or used with any dishes or cutlery that have come in contact with meat.\r\nIf a Product Is Marked OU-DE<\/h3>\r\nIf the symbol has the letters \"DE,\" it doesn't necessarily indicate the presence of dairy. It may mean:\r\n\r\n \tWhile the product may not contain dairy ingredients, it was made on equipment also used for making dairy products.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nWhether you choose to mix products like this with meat depends on your interpretation of kosher law. For vegans, this food would probably be considered safe to eat, though people with a lactose\/milk allergy may steer clear.\r\nIf a Product Is Marked OU-M or OU-Glatt<\/h3>\r\nIf the symbol has the letter \"M\" or \"Glatt\" added, it indicates the presence of meat. This may mean:\r\n\r\n \tThe product is Kosher meat or a product with meat ingredients or a derivative of meat.<\/li>\r\n \tThe product may not contain meat ingredients, but it was made on equipment also used for making meat products.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nAccording to kosher guidance, this means that this product shouldn't be heated or reheated in pots and pans or used with any dishes or cutlery that have come in contact with dairy.\r\nIf a Product Is Marked OU-F<\/h3>\r\nIf the symbol has the letter \"F\" added, it indicates the presence of fish. This may mean:\r\n\r\n \tThe product has fish ingredients.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nWhile fish can be cooked with dairy and on equipment used with meat, kosher guidance indicates it should not be mixed with meat. However, there can be some confusion with this classification. Kosher guidance also says that if the other ingredients outnumber the fish ingredient in the kosher mandated ratio (60 to 1), the fish is considered dissipated in the other ingredients. This is why, for example, some Worcestershire sauces<\/a> may be marked kosher and some might not make the cut.\r\nIf a Product Is Marked OU-P<\/h3>\r\nIf the symbol has the letter \"P\" added, that means it's kosher for Passover<\/a>.\r\nWhat About Other Certifications?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\nWhile OU Kosher is considered the gold standard by some, there are definitely other certifications<\/a> to keep an eye out for. Whether you keep strict kosher or pick up the products due to other dietary restrictions, it's important to know what symbols you might come across. All certifications may not keep to the same standards, so make sure you do your research!\r\n\r\nOther certifying agencies may use different letters to indicate whether a product is pareve or contains meat and\/or dairy. For instance, while OU Kosher uses \"P\" to indicate \"kosher for Passover<\/a>,\" others may use it to indicate pareve. Take a look at how each agency labels their products to make sure you're picking up the right one for you.\r\n\r\nKosher goes beyond just what you buy in the supermarket\u2014so don't forget to buy these essentials for your kosher kitchen<\/a>.\r\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tClassic Recipes for Passover<\/div>\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t1 \/ 38<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Potato Kugel<\/a>The secret to keeping your potatoes their whitest in your potato kugel is to switch back and forth when grating the potatoes and onion in your food processor or box grater. \u2014Ellen Ruzinsky, Yorktown Heights, New YorkGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nNoodle kugel isn't a fit for Passover because the noodles are chametz<\/em>, but potato kugel is a perfect addition to the holiday table. This potato kugel recipe uses Russet potatoes, which become soft inside but crisp up to perfection on the top layer.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Charoset<\/a>Charoset with apples, walnuts and spices has a special meaning for the Passover holiday. It represents mortar used for brickmaking when the Israelites were in Egypt. The sweetness represents freedom. \u2014Gloria Mezikofsky, Wakefield, MassachusettsGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis fruit-and-nut blend has a spot on the Seder plate, but it's also a great way to liven up a piece of matzo. The specific ingredients in charoset vary from Passover table to table. This recipe is made with a chunky blend of apples and walnuts that simmer in wine and cinnamon to create a homey, warming bite.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Matzo Ball Soup<\/a>This traditional matzo ball soup recipe is worth the extra effort. If you prefer, you can add egg noodles instead of matzo balls to this Jewish chicken soup. \u2014Julia Sherman, New Market, TennesseeGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nPassover Seder wouldn't be the same without matzo ball soup! To simplify your day-of prep list, you can make the soup ahead of time and pre-mix, shape and store the matzo balls<\/a> in the refrigerator. (Psst<\/em>: The secret to making them as good as your bubbe's is a splash of seltzer water in the batter.) Just before serving, heat the soup and cook the matzo balls.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Jewish Brisket<\/a>My mother, Enid, always used the most marbled cut of brisket she could find to make this recipe, so she'd get the most flavor. When she added carrots to the pan, she threw in some potatoes, too. \u2014Ellen Ruzinsky, Yorktown Heights, New YorkGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nIt doesn't get more traditional than Passover brisket. Making a gigantic brisket might seem intimidating, but it really is the easiest way to feed a large crowd. If you have time, I recommend cooking it a day ahead (like Midge's famous brisket<\/a> from The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel<\/em>). Cold brisket is much easier to slice and reheats exceptionally well.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Quinoa Tabbouleh<\/a>Tabouli is a super fresh, mostly parsley salad with finely cracked wheat, juicy tomatoes, onion, fresh lemon juice, good quality extra virgin olive oil and a hint of fragrant mint. I added a little gluten-free twist to this recipe by replacing the cracked wheat with quinoa and then added some cucumbers for a nice crunch. For a delicious and colorful appetizer, serve in butter lettuce cups or endive leaves. \u2014Nikki Haddad, Germantown, MarylandGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nMost grains (including wheat, spelt, oats, barley and rye) are a no-go for Passover, but quinoa<\/a> is generally accepted for Seder dinner. Though it looks similar to couscous, quinoa is a seed that belongs to the same family as chard and beets.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Flourless Chocolate Torte<\/a>Here's the perfect dessert for chocoholics\u2014like me! I bake this melt-in-your-mouth torte all the time for special occasions. For an elegant finish, dust it with confectioners' sugar. \u2014Kayla Albrecht, Freeport, IllinoisGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFlourless chocolate cake is a classic Passover dessert because the ingredients are all kosher for Passover. Plus, one can never have too many gluten-free dessert recipes<\/a>, whether it's Passover or not.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roast Chicken<\/a>I am a busy mom of four and a nursing student, so weeknight dinners are often rushed. Sunday dinners are very important to our family, and everyone loves when I make this old-fashioned chicken recipe. \u2014Amy Jenkins, Mesa, ArizonaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis roast chicken is a nice change of pace from the classic Passover brisket. Rubbing the chicken with olive oil, lemon zest and fresh rosemary gives it a spring flavor and helps the skin reach a deep brown color so it looks as good as it tastes.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Carrots with Thyme<\/a>These roasted carrots are so simple but always a hit. Cutting the carrots lengthwise makes this dish look extra pretty.\u2014Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri\r\nGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThese carrots are sliced lengthwise and roasted in honey and thyme to make a beautiful vegetable side dish. They pair well with Passover favorites like matzo ball soup or meaty main dishes like chicken or brisket. Just make sure to buy 100% pure honey, which will not contain additives like corn syrup.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Rolls<\/a>We use these traditional eggy Passover rolls to make sandwiches throughout the week. But they can also be served as rolls with dinner. \u2014Myrna Lief, Burlington, MassachusettsGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis is one of those Passover recipes that I tend to make all week long. The rolls are great for dinner with a pat of butter (or vegan butter<\/a>\u00a0if you don't want to serve dairy products). They also work for lunch as a sandwich bread or for breakfast with kosher cream cheese and lox.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Red Potatoes<\/a>Some fragrant rosemary, fresh or dried, gives these roasted red potatoes a distinctive and subtle taste. This dish is simple to prepare yet elegant in color and flavor. It's a wonderful addition to any menu. \u2014Margie Wampler, Butler, PennsylvaniaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nSimple herb-roasted potatoes are a welcome addition to any Passover meal, especially when served alongside brisket and jus. The rosemary gives these potatoes a distinct fragrance that's unforgettable.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Gefilte Fish<\/a>Gefilte fish is usually served at Passover seder before the main meal. It goes great with spicy horseradish. Don't forget to moisten your hands with water while shaping to keep the fish mixture from sticking to your hands. \u2014Risa Lichtman, Portland, OregonGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nTranslated from Yiddish, gefilte fish means \"stuffed fish.\" While recipes vary, gefilte fish is generally made with a combination of fatty fish, lean fish and vegetables, with matzo meal and egg as binders. After cooking the fish mixture, let it cool completely before serving. Then serve them cold with a dollop of maror.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Matzo Meal Pancakes<\/a>These matzo meal pancakes are a wonderful dish for breakfast or brunch. They can be served with applesauce, jam or sour cream. When beating the egg whites, start on a low speed and gradually increase to reach a good consistency. \u2014Gloria Mezikofsky, Wakefield, MassachusettsGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nServe a short stack of matzo meal pancakes for breakfast with jam or fresh fruit. Or top them with butter, syrup and whipped cream to give them a decadent edge.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Rainbow Cookies<\/a>The name \"rainbow cookies\" is actually a bit of a misnomer for these classic New York treats. To make the pretty layered cookies, you\u2019ll bake three thin cakes, spread jam between them and coat with smooth melted chocolate. \u2014Shannon Sarna, South Orange, New JerseyGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThese gorgeous layered cookies are made with almond flour and matzo meal, adhering to Passover's dietary restrictions. Feel free to change the color of each layer by using different types of food coloring.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Apple Cake for Passover<\/a>Adding a dollop of whipped cream is a sweet addition to this Passover apple cake! \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis cake is made with potato starch and matzo cake meal instead of flour, so it's kosher for Passover. You should be able to find the finely ground matzo cake meal at the grocery store. If not, measure an extra 2 tablespoons of matzo meal<\/a> for every cup and pulse it in a food processor until it resembles all-purpose flour.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Radishes<\/a>Radishes aren't just for salads anymore. Roasted radishes makes a colorful side to any meal. \u2014Taste Recipes Test KitchenGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nRoasted radishes are great with any holiday dinner, but they pair exceptionally well with brisket or roast chicken. Instead of using the olive oil called for in the recipe, try using schmaltz<\/a> for an extra flavor boost.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Tzimmes<\/a>I found this tzimmes recipe a long time ago. It has become our traditional side dish for every holiday feast and is a favorite of young and old alike. It also complements chicken or turkey quite well. \u2014Cheri Bragg, Viola, DelawareGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis rich, colorful Jewish stew is a classic side dish for Passover or Rosh Hashanah. Between the sweet potatoes, carrots, dried plums, orange juice, honey and brown sugar, this dish is sweet enough that you won't need to serve dessert (but that doesn't mean you can't!).\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls<\/a>Here is one of my favorite ways to cook and enjoy cabbage. It has all the good flavor of regular cabbage rolls, but it's a lot less bother to make. In fact, it's a one-pot meal! \u2014Mrs. Bernard Snow, Lewiston, MichiganGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis deconstructed dish captures all the flavor of classic cabbage rolls<\/a>\u00a0but with a fraction of the work. Because the meatballs are made with rice instead of bread crumbs, they're kosher for Passover. To turn this dish into cabbage roll soup, simply add extra liquid.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Matzo Pizza<\/a>Matzo crackers make a super easy pizza crust when you are short on time. Serve this for lunch or a light dinner with a salad on busy weeknights. Instead of tomato sauce, you could also use pizza sauce, marinara sauce or crushed tomatoes. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nBefore making this dish, look for mozzarella cheese labeled \"kosher for Passover.\" You can add vegetables like bell peppers or onions to this pizza, but you'll want to hold the meat if anyone at dinner keeps kosher and avoids mixing meat and dairy.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Cauliflower Steak<\/a>Roasted cauliflower takes on a lot of flavor, so this simple garlic spice rub goes a long way. The steaks are tender with some heat from the crushed red pepper flakes. \u2014Julie Andrews, Rockford, MichiganGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nRoasted cauliflower is one of our favorite vegetable side dishes, especially when it's cut into impressive steaks. This veggie is incredibly versatile and can be seasoned to complement your main dish. When using ground spices, just remember to look for a label certifying it as kosher for Passover.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Macaroons<\/a>These easy coconut macaroons from Herbert Borland of Des Moines, Washington are lightly crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside. They're perfect for Passover\u2014or anytime! \u2014Taste Recipes Test KitchenGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThese Passover macaroons remind me of the classic grocery store cylinder of macaroons I grew up with, except the homemade version is even tastier. You can customize them by drizzling them with melted chocolate or adding crushed nuts to the top before they've set. They're great to make ahead since they last for up to five days.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Israeli Salad<\/a>This Israeli salad, which is traditionally eaten at breakfast, lends itself to endless variety. You can add olives, beets or potatoes. \u2014Sandy Long, Lee's Summit, MissouriGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFresh salads offer a bright counterpoint to heavy mains like brisket or roasted chicken. This salad is elegant in its presentation but simple in flavor, featuring light and crisp vegetables dressed in a bright vinaigrette.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Popovers<\/a>Popovers have an important role at the Passover table as a substitute for bread. When puffed and golden brown, they\u2019re ready to share. \u2014Gloria Mezikofsky, Wakefield, MassachusettsGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nTraditional dinner rolls aren't allowed for Seder dinner\u2014Passover recipes must use unleavened grains only. But you won't miss them if you make these matzo cake meal popovers. They puff up and become delightfully crispy in the oven. And all you need to make them is a muffin pan!\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Smoked Brisket<\/a>Barbecue enthusiasts will love bringing the smoker out to cook up this tender and juicy beef brisket. This recipe is the perfect starting base with its light yellow mustard, salt, pepper and onion powder seasoning. Flavor it up with your favorite seasonings, or keep it as it is and use it in a dish like tacos or sandwiches. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nSmoked brisket isn't exactly traditional, but this recipe contains all kosher ingredients. The deep, smoky flavor would be a welcome change of pace at any Passover celebration.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Double-Nut Stuffed Figs<\/a>We have a family member that has diabetes, so dessert can get tricky. These sweet, nutritious stuffed figs keep us all happy. \u2014Bob Bailey, Columbus, OhioGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFinding grain-free Passover dessert recipes can be challenging, so focusing on fruit-forward desserts is never a bad idea. We like using dried Calimyrna figs here because their large size makes them well-suited for stuffing.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Fennel and Carrots<\/a>This addictive fennel recipe is a fresh take on one of my mother's standard wintertime dishes. I usually add more carrots\u2014as many as the pans will hold. \u2014Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, GeorgiaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFennel makes a fantastic addition to Passover dinner because it pairs well with brisket, chicken, salmon or lamb. The bulb's natural anise flavor softens and mellows as it cooks, taking on a sweet edge that tastes fantastic alongside roasted carrots.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Sweet Potatoes<\/a>So much more than holiday fare, roasted sweet potatoes are for everyday eating. Add them to protein bowls and main-course salads, or just eat them as a tasty side dish.Go to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis roasted sweet potato recipe uses simple seasonings: olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. That allows the sweet potatoes to shine, but the recipe can easily be modified using other kosher herbs and spices.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Citrus Cod<\/a>We enjoy fish frequently, and this baked version has a tempting mild orange flavor. It comes out of the oven flaky and moist, and it's just the thing to make for a delightful light meal. \u2014 Jacquelyn Dixon, LaPorte, IAGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFish is considered kosher if it has both fins and scales, so cod is a fantastic choice as a main dish for Passover. The oranges used in this recipe make sense since you probably already have some on your Seder plate.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Herb Salmon<\/a>My roasted salmon is so simple but elegant enough to serve to company. I make it on days when I have less than an hour to cook. The salmon seasoning is an easy way to add flavor. \u2014Luanne Asta, Hampton Bays, New YorkGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThese herb-topped salmon fillets are one of our favorite salmon recipes<\/a>. They look elegant for a holiday dinner but are ready to eat in only 30 minutes.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Lemon-Roasted Asparagus<\/a>When it comes to fixing asparagus, I think it's hard to go wrong. The springy flavors in this easy lemon asparagus recipe burst with every bite. \u2014Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, CaliforniaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nSpring asparagus is so flavorful that it doesn't require a lot of seasoning to taste great. Toss it with a little grated lemon zest, garlic, salt and pepper, and this vegetable side dish will pair perfectly with any main you choose to serve at Passover Seder.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\nMaror<\/a>\r\n[embed_shop_button shop_btn_text=\"Go to Recipe\" shop_btn_url=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-maror-heres-how-to-make-maror-for-passover\/\" \/]\r\n\r\nFrom the Recipe Creator:<\/strong> On the Seder plate, the top center spot is reserved for maror. Many Jews use horseradish for the maror, but other bitter herbs or vegetables work, too. \u2014Teddy Nykiel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin<\/em>\r\n\r\nMaror (or bitter herbs) symbolize the Jewish peoples' suffering from being enslaved, and this dish is an essential part of the Seder plate<\/a>. The specific bitter vegetable depends on family traditions, but horseradish<\/a> is commonly used. For a bright pink version, try making maror with beets.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Sheet-Pan Chicken and Veggies<\/a>This sheet-pan chicken and veggies meal tastes as if it took hours of hands-on time to put together, but the simple ingredients can be prepped in mere minutes. The rosemary gives it a rich flavor, and the meat juices cook the veggies to perfection. It\u2019s unbelievably easy! \u2014Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nIf you're running short on time, make the main dish and vegetable sides on a single sheet pan. You can use bone-in thighs or breasts, chicken quarters, or a whole cut-up chicken\u2014your choice. That said, we recommend using chicken on the bone as it tends to be juicier and more flavorful.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Rack of Lamb<\/a>Rack of lamb is elegant. It\u2019s special. And it will have your guests thinking you went all out. They don\u2019t have to know how simple rack of lamb really is to prepare. \u2014Susan Nilsson, Sterling, VirginiaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThe tradition of eating lamb on Passover ended in 70 CE with the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem. Some Jews don't find it appropriate to serve lamb for Passover dinner, while others deem it acceptable to make Passover lamb recipes<\/a> if the lamb is roasted in a pan with liquid. Depending on your family's customs and interpretations of the rules, this bread-crumb-free rack of lamb could be perfect as your dinner centerpiece.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Chocolate-Covered Matzo<\/a>My entire family asks me to make this chocolate-covered matzo every Passover and Hanukkah! I've even been asked to ship it across the country. You can use white chocolate, dark chocolate or a combination, or add nuts before the chocolate sets. \u2014Dana Darrow, Nashua, New HampshireGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nIf you've never had chocolate-covered matzo, you're about to fall in love. It tastes similar to chocolate-covered pretzels with its sweet-and-salty vibe and perfectly crisp bite. We recommend using unsalted matzo in this recipe, which allows you to control the exact amount of salt.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Matzo Brei<\/a>Matzo brei (pronounced like fry<\/i>) is one of the few dishes from my childhood I'll never outgrow. The dampened shards of matzo mixed with eggs and milk and then cooked in butter will never go out of style. I like to serve this matzo brei recipe in one big piece, but you can also scramble the mixture. \u2014Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, GeorgiaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis sweet or savory eggy dish is traditionally served for Passover breakfast or brunch. To make it sweet, add cinnamon and sugar to the egg mixture and serve it with applesauce or jam. For a more savory spin, add chopped onions, garlic and peppers to the egg mixture and top the matzo brei with green onions and sour cream.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Meatballs<\/a>These moist and slightly sweet Passover meatballs are popular with family and friends during the spring holiday season. They're bound to become a tradition at your house.\u2014Julie Sollinger, Chicago, IllinoisGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nSkip the breadcrumbs and use matzo meal to create Passover-friendly meatballs. Be sure to purchase kosher ground beef if you're making a kosher meal.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Onion Kugel<\/a>Sliced eggplant, diced green pepper or shredded cabbage can be used in place of onions for this onion kugel recipe. Easy and traditional, this dish resembles a delicious souffle. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nPotatoes aren't the only noodle-free version of kugel! This recipe resembles a souffle<\/a>, where the eggs are separated and the whites are beaten until stiff peaks form. That adds air, which causes the kugel to puff up as it bakes.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tClassic Recipes for Passover<\/div>\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t1 \/ 38<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Potato Kugel<\/a>The secret to keeping your potatoes their whitest in your potato kugel is to switch back and forth when grating the potatoes and onion in your food processor or box grater. \u2014Ellen Ruzinsky, Yorktown Heights, New YorkGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nNoodle kugel isn't a fit for Passover because the noodles are chametz<\/em>, but potato kugel is a perfect addition to the holiday table. This potato kugel recipe uses Russet potatoes, which become soft inside but crisp up to perfection on the top layer.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Charoset<\/a>Charoset with apples, walnuts and spices has a special meaning for the Passover holiday. It represents mortar used for brickmaking when the Israelites were in Egypt. The sweetness represents freedom. \u2014Gloria Mezikofsky, Wakefield, MassachusettsGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis fruit-and-nut blend has a spot on the Seder plate, but it's also a great way to liven up a piece of matzo. The specific ingredients in charoset vary from Passover table to table. This recipe is made with a chunky blend of apples and walnuts that simmer in wine and cinnamon to create a homey, warming bite.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Matzo Ball Soup<\/a>This traditional matzo ball soup recipe is worth the extra effort. If you prefer, you can add egg noodles instead of matzo balls to this Jewish chicken soup. \u2014Julia Sherman, New Market, TennesseeGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nPassover Seder wouldn't be the same without matzo ball soup! To simplify your day-of prep list, you can make the soup ahead of time and pre-mix, shape and store the matzo balls<\/a> in the refrigerator. (Psst<\/em>: The secret to making them as good as your bubbe's is a splash of seltzer water in the batter.) Just before serving, heat the soup and cook the matzo balls.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Jewish Brisket<\/a>My mother, Enid, always used the most marbled cut of brisket she could find to make this recipe, so she'd get the most flavor. When she added carrots to the pan, she threw in some potatoes, too. \u2014Ellen Ruzinsky, Yorktown Heights, New YorkGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nIt doesn't get more traditional than Passover brisket. Making a gigantic brisket might seem intimidating, but it really is the easiest way to feed a large crowd. If you have time, I recommend cooking it a day ahead (like Midge's famous brisket<\/a> from The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel<\/em>). Cold brisket is much easier to slice and reheats exceptionally well.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Quinoa Tabbouleh<\/a>Tabouli is a super fresh, mostly parsley salad with finely cracked wheat, juicy tomatoes, onion, fresh lemon juice, good quality extra virgin olive oil and a hint of fragrant mint. I added a little gluten-free twist to this recipe by replacing the cracked wheat with quinoa and then added some cucumbers for a nice crunch. For a delicious and colorful appetizer, serve in butter lettuce cups or endive leaves. \u2014Nikki Haddad, Germantown, MarylandGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nMost grains (including wheat, spelt, oats, barley and rye) are a no-go for Passover, but quinoa<\/a> is generally accepted for Seder dinner. Though it looks similar to couscous, quinoa is a seed that belongs to the same family as chard and beets.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Flourless Chocolate Torte<\/a>Here's the perfect dessert for chocoholics\u2014like me! I bake this melt-in-your-mouth torte all the time for special occasions. For an elegant finish, dust it with confectioners' sugar. \u2014Kayla Albrecht, Freeport, IllinoisGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFlourless chocolate cake is a classic Passover dessert because the ingredients are all kosher for Passover. Plus, one can never have too many gluten-free dessert recipes<\/a>, whether it's Passover or not.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roast Chicken<\/a>I am a busy mom of four and a nursing student, so weeknight dinners are often rushed. Sunday dinners are very important to our family, and everyone loves when I make this old-fashioned chicken recipe. \u2014Amy Jenkins, Mesa, ArizonaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis roast chicken is a nice change of pace from the classic Passover brisket. Rubbing the chicken with olive oil, lemon zest and fresh rosemary gives it a spring flavor and helps the skin reach a deep brown color so it looks as good as it tastes.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Carrots with Thyme<\/a>These roasted carrots are so simple but always a hit. Cutting the carrots lengthwise makes this dish look extra pretty.\u2014Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri\r\nGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThese carrots are sliced lengthwise and roasted in honey and thyme to make a beautiful vegetable side dish. They pair well with Passover favorites like matzo ball soup or meaty main dishes like chicken or brisket. Just make sure to buy 100% pure honey, which will not contain additives like corn syrup.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Rolls<\/a>We use these traditional eggy Passover rolls to make sandwiches throughout the week. But they can also be served as rolls with dinner. \u2014Myrna Lief, Burlington, MassachusettsGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis is one of those Passover recipes that I tend to make all week long. The rolls are great for dinner with a pat of butter (or vegan butter<\/a>\u00a0if you don't want to serve dairy products). They also work for lunch as a sandwich bread or for breakfast with kosher cream cheese and lox.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Red Potatoes<\/a>Some fragrant rosemary, fresh or dried, gives these roasted red potatoes a distinctive and subtle taste. This dish is simple to prepare yet elegant in color and flavor. It's a wonderful addition to any menu. \u2014Margie Wampler, Butler, PennsylvaniaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nSimple herb-roasted potatoes are a welcome addition to any Passover meal, especially when served alongside brisket and jus. The rosemary gives these potatoes a distinct fragrance that's unforgettable.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Gefilte Fish<\/a>Gefilte fish is usually served at Passover seder before the main meal. It goes great with spicy horseradish. Don't forget to moisten your hands with water while shaping to keep the fish mixture from sticking to your hands. \u2014Risa Lichtman, Portland, OregonGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nTranslated from Yiddish, gefilte fish means \"stuffed fish.\" While recipes vary, gefilte fish is generally made with a combination of fatty fish, lean fish and vegetables, with matzo meal and egg as binders. After cooking the fish mixture, let it cool completely before serving. Then serve them cold with a dollop of maror.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Matzo Meal Pancakes<\/a>These matzo meal pancakes are a wonderful dish for breakfast or brunch. They can be served with applesauce, jam or sour cream. When beating the egg whites, start on a low speed and gradually increase to reach a good consistency. \u2014Gloria Mezikofsky, Wakefield, MassachusettsGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nServe a short stack of matzo meal pancakes for breakfast with jam or fresh fruit. Or top them with butter, syrup and whipped cream to give them a decadent edge.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Rainbow Cookies<\/a>The name \"rainbow cookies\" is actually a bit of a misnomer for these classic New York treats. To make the pretty layered cookies, you\u2019ll bake three thin cakes, spread jam between them and coat with smooth melted chocolate. \u2014Shannon Sarna, South Orange, New JerseyGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThese gorgeous layered cookies are made with almond flour and matzo meal, adhering to Passover's dietary restrictions. Feel free to change the color of each layer by using different types of food coloring.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Apple Cake for Passover<\/a>Adding a dollop of whipped cream is a sweet addition to this Passover apple cake! \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis cake is made with potato starch and matzo cake meal instead of flour, so it's kosher for Passover. You should be able to find the finely ground matzo cake meal at the grocery store. If not, measure an extra 2 tablespoons of matzo meal<\/a> for every cup and pulse it in a food processor until it resembles all-purpose flour.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Radishes<\/a>Radishes aren't just for salads anymore. Roasted radishes makes a colorful side to any meal. \u2014Taste Recipes Test KitchenGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nRoasted radishes are great with any holiday dinner, but they pair exceptionally well with brisket or roast chicken. Instead of using the olive oil called for in the recipe, try using schmaltz<\/a> for an extra flavor boost.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Tzimmes<\/a>I found this tzimmes recipe a long time ago. It has become our traditional side dish for every holiday feast and is a favorite of young and old alike. It also complements chicken or turkey quite well. \u2014Cheri Bragg, Viola, DelawareGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis rich, colorful Jewish stew is a classic side dish for Passover or Rosh Hashanah. Between the sweet potatoes, carrots, dried plums, orange juice, honey and brown sugar, this dish is sweet enough that you won't need to serve dessert (but that doesn't mean you can't!).\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls<\/a>Here is one of my favorite ways to cook and enjoy cabbage. It has all the good flavor of regular cabbage rolls, but it's a lot less bother to make. In fact, it's a one-pot meal! \u2014Mrs. Bernard Snow, Lewiston, MichiganGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis deconstructed dish captures all the flavor of classic cabbage rolls<\/a>\u00a0but with a fraction of the work. Because the meatballs are made with rice instead of bread crumbs, they're kosher for Passover. To turn this dish into cabbage roll soup, simply add extra liquid.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Matzo Pizza<\/a>Matzo crackers make a super easy pizza crust when you are short on time. Serve this for lunch or a light dinner with a salad on busy weeknights. Instead of tomato sauce, you could also use pizza sauce, marinara sauce or crushed tomatoes. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nBefore making this dish, look for mozzarella cheese labeled \"kosher for Passover.\" You can add vegetables like bell peppers or onions to this pizza, but you'll want to hold the meat if anyone at dinner keeps kosher and avoids mixing meat and dairy.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Cauliflower Steak<\/a>Roasted cauliflower takes on a lot of flavor, so this simple garlic spice rub goes a long way. The steaks are tender with some heat from the crushed red pepper flakes. \u2014Julie Andrews, Rockford, MichiganGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nRoasted cauliflower is one of our favorite vegetable side dishes, especially when it's cut into impressive steaks. This veggie is incredibly versatile and can be seasoned to complement your main dish. When using ground spices, just remember to look for a label certifying it as kosher for Passover.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Macaroons<\/a>These easy coconut macaroons from Herbert Borland of Des Moines, Washington are lightly crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside. They're perfect for Passover\u2014or anytime! \u2014Taste Recipes Test KitchenGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThese Passover macaroons remind me of the classic grocery store cylinder of macaroons I grew up with, except the homemade version is even tastier. You can customize them by drizzling them with melted chocolate or adding crushed nuts to the top before they've set. They're great to make ahead since they last for up to five days.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Israeli Salad<\/a>This Israeli salad, which is traditionally eaten at breakfast, lends itself to endless variety. You can add olives, beets or potatoes. \u2014Sandy Long, Lee's Summit, MissouriGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFresh salads offer a bright counterpoint to heavy mains like brisket or roasted chicken. This salad is elegant in its presentation but simple in flavor, featuring light and crisp vegetables dressed in a bright vinaigrette.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Popovers<\/a>Popovers have an important role at the Passover table as a substitute for bread. When puffed and golden brown, they\u2019re ready to share. \u2014Gloria Mezikofsky, Wakefield, MassachusettsGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nTraditional dinner rolls aren't allowed for Seder dinner\u2014Passover recipes must use unleavened grains only. But you won't miss them if you make these matzo cake meal popovers. They puff up and become delightfully crispy in the oven. And all you need to make them is a muffin pan!\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Smoked Brisket<\/a>Barbecue enthusiasts will love bringing the smoker out to cook up this tender and juicy beef brisket. This recipe is the perfect starting base with its light yellow mustard, salt, pepper and onion powder seasoning. Flavor it up with your favorite seasonings, or keep it as it is and use it in a dish like tacos or sandwiches. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nSmoked brisket isn't exactly traditional, but this recipe contains all kosher ingredients. The deep, smoky flavor would be a welcome change of pace at any Passover celebration.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Double-Nut Stuffed Figs<\/a>We have a family member that has diabetes, so dessert can get tricky. These sweet, nutritious stuffed figs keep us all happy. \u2014Bob Bailey, Columbus, OhioGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFinding grain-free Passover dessert recipes can be challenging, so focusing on fruit-forward desserts is never a bad idea. We like using dried Calimyrna figs here because their large size makes them well-suited for stuffing.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Fennel and Carrots<\/a>This addictive fennel recipe is a fresh take on one of my mother's standard wintertime dishes. I usually add more carrots\u2014as many as the pans will hold. \u2014Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, GeorgiaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFennel makes a fantastic addition to Passover dinner because it pairs well with brisket, chicken, salmon or lamb. The bulb's natural anise flavor softens and mellows as it cooks, taking on a sweet edge that tastes fantastic alongside roasted carrots.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Roasted Sweet Potatoes<\/a>So much more than holiday fare, roasted sweet potatoes are for everyday eating. Add them to protein bowls and main-course salads, or just eat them as a tasty side dish.Go to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis roasted sweet potato recipe uses simple seasonings: olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. That allows the sweet potatoes to shine, but the recipe can easily be modified using other kosher herbs and spices.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Citrus Cod<\/a>We enjoy fish frequently, and this baked version has a tempting mild orange flavor. It comes out of the oven flaky and moist, and it's just the thing to make for a delightful light meal. \u2014 Jacquelyn Dixon, LaPorte, IAGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nFish is considered kosher if it has both fins and scales, so cod is a fantastic choice as a main dish for Passover. The oranges used in this recipe make sense since you probably already have some on your Seder plate.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Herb Salmon<\/a>My roasted salmon is so simple but elegant enough to serve to company. I make it on days when I have less than an hour to cook. The salmon seasoning is an easy way to add flavor. \u2014Luanne Asta, Hampton Bays, New YorkGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThese herb-topped salmon fillets are one of our favorite salmon recipes<\/a>. They look elegant for a holiday dinner but are ready to eat in only 30 minutes.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Lemon-Roasted Asparagus<\/a>When it comes to fixing asparagus, I think it's hard to go wrong. The springy flavors in this easy lemon asparagus recipe burst with every bite. \u2014Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, CaliforniaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nSpring asparagus is so flavorful that it doesn't require a lot of seasoning to taste great. Toss it with a little grated lemon zest, garlic, salt and pepper, and this vegetable side dish will pair perfectly with any main you choose to serve at Passover Seder.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\nMaror<\/a>\r\n[embed_shop_button shop_btn_text=\"Go to Recipe\" shop_btn_url=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-maror-heres-how-to-make-maror-for-passover\/\" \/]\r\n\r\nFrom the Recipe Creator:<\/strong> On the Seder plate, the top center spot is reserved for maror. Many Jews use horseradish for the maror, but other bitter herbs or vegetables work, too. \u2014Teddy Nykiel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin<\/em>\r\n\r\nMaror (or bitter herbs) symbolize the Jewish peoples' suffering from being enslaved, and this dish is an essential part of the Seder plate<\/a>. The specific bitter vegetable depends on family traditions, but horseradish<\/a> is commonly used. For a bright pink version, try making maror with beets.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Sheet-Pan Chicken and Veggies<\/a>This sheet-pan chicken and veggies meal tastes as if it took hours of hands-on time to put together, but the simple ingredients can be prepped in mere minutes. The rosemary gives it a rich flavor, and the meat juices cook the veggies to perfection. It\u2019s unbelievably easy! \u2014Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nIf you're running short on time, make the main dish and vegetable sides on a single sheet pan. You can use bone-in thighs or breasts, chicken quarters, or a whole cut-up chicken\u2014your choice. That said, we recommend using chicken on the bone as it tends to be juicier and more flavorful.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Rack of Lamb<\/a>Rack of lamb is elegant. It\u2019s special. And it will have your guests thinking you went all out. They don\u2019t have to know how simple rack of lamb really is to prepare. \u2014Susan Nilsson, Sterling, VirginiaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThe tradition of eating lamb on Passover ended in 70 CE with the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem. Some Jews don't find it appropriate to serve lamb for Passover dinner, while others deem it acceptable to make Passover lamb recipes<\/a> if the lamb is roasted in a pan with liquid. Depending on your family's customs and interpretations of the rules, this bread-crumb-free rack of lamb could be perfect as your dinner centerpiece.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Chocolate-Covered Matzo<\/a>My entire family asks me to make this chocolate-covered matzo every Passover and Hanukkah! I've even been asked to ship it across the country. You can use white chocolate, dark chocolate or a combination, or add nuts before the chocolate sets. \u2014Dana Darrow, Nashua, New HampshireGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nIf you've never had chocolate-covered matzo, you're about to fall in love. It tastes similar to chocolate-covered pretzels with its sweet-and-salty vibe and perfectly crisp bite. We recommend using unsalted matzo in this recipe, which allows you to control the exact amount of salt.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Matzo Brei<\/a>Matzo brei (pronounced like fry<\/i>) is one of the few dishes from my childhood I'll never outgrow. The dampened shards of matzo mixed with eggs and milk and then cooked in butter will never go out of style. I like to serve this matzo brei recipe in one big piece, but you can also scramble the mixture. \u2014Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, GeorgiaGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nThis sweet or savory eggy dish is traditionally served for Passover breakfast or brunch. To make it sweet, add cinnamon and sugar to the egg mixture and serve it with applesauce or jam. For a more savory spin, add chopped onions, garlic and peppers to the egg mixture and top the matzo brei with green onions and sour cream.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Passover Meatballs<\/a>These moist and slightly sweet Passover meatballs are popular with family and friends during the spring holiday season. They're bound to become a tradition at your house.\u2014Julie Sollinger, Chicago, IllinoisGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nSkip the breadcrumbs and use matzo meal to create Passover-friendly meatballs. Be sure to purchase kosher ground beef if you're making a kosher meal.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>Onion Kugel<\/a>Sliced eggplant, diced green pepper or shredded cabbage can be used in place of onions for this onion kugel recipe. Easy and traditional, this dish resembles a delicious souffle. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WisconsinGo to Recipe<\/a><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\nPotatoes aren't the only noodle-free version of kugel! This recipe resembles a souffle<\/a>, where the eggs are separated and the whites are beaten until stiff peaks form. That adds air, which causes the kugel to puff up as it bakes.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t