Passover – Gluten Free Ashkenazi

The recipes in this category are Gluten Free and Kosher for Ashkenazi Passover. They do not contain chametz or kitniyot. Note that my family does not consider quinoa or spices like cumin and coriander to be kitniyot, so they may appear here. To learn more about the Jewish Passover holiday, click here. To learn more about the Passover kosher laws, click here.

Greek Infused Quinoa Salad

A gluten free vegetarian salad with quinoa for protein, fresh oregano, olives, tomatoes, artichokes and lemon zest.

Fish Soup

Learn an exotic, colorful recipe for kosher Fish Soup from Levana Kirschenbaum.

Chicken with Prunes and Oregano

Learn to make healthy Chicken with Prunes and Oregano from Tamar Genger

Slow Cooker Brisket with Chipotle Cranberry Sauce

Learn to make a slow cooker brisket for Passover inspired by Mexican flavors from Cheryl Lee – chipotle peppers for smoky heat & dried cranberries for sweetness.

Imam Bayıldı – Roasted Stuffed Eggplant

Imam Bayildi – Imam Fainted. Roasted eggplant stuffed with onions, garlic and peppers in sauce from Ilke of Ilke’s Kitchen.

My Favorite Chicken Soup with 3 Matzo Ball Recipes

Recipe for chicken soup, aka Jewish Penicillin, with links to 3 different matzo ball recipes (including gluten free!).

Roasted Mushroom Quinoa Risotto

Learn to make a delicious dairy quinoa side dish for Passover from Jackie Dodd.

Mini Caprese Salads

Ann at Cooking Healthy For Me shares her simple and tasty Passover appetizer idea.

Potato Crusted Roasted Vegetable Pot Pie

A vegetarian pot pie with a gluten free potato crust from Valentina of Cooking on the Weekends. Part of the Passover Potluck series.

Mock Chopped Liver

A Passover Potluck idea from Eating Rules – recipe from Arthur Schwartz’s Jewish Home Cooking.

Marha Pörkölt – Hungarian Beef Paprika Stew

Learn to make traditional Jewish Hungarian Beef Stew with paprika, green bell peppers and tomato.

What Thomas Jefferson Ate – Marinated Asparagus

Historical recipe from the City Tavern Cookbook. Asparagus dressed the French way- olive oil, red wine vinegar, hard cooked egg, capers, herbs.

Israeli Salad with Pickles and Mint

Learn the history of Israeli salad and try my recipe, inspired by News Cafe Miami, with pickles and mint.

Cinnamon Honey Butter

How to make simple, delicious Cinnamon Honey Butter to spread on toast, challah, or bagels for a sweet, creamy treat!

Classic Roast Turkey

Adapted Recipe for Alton Brown’s Roast Turkey; a classic, aromatic, moist roast turkey with step-by-step photos and instructions.

Honey Herb Roasted Chicken

Juicy roast chicken with herb honey and white wine sauce.

Pomegranate Molasses Brisket

Slow roasted brisket infused with pomegranate molasses, garlic, and spices.

Tzatziki

How to make thick, rich tzatziki with strained yogurt, cucumber, dill, mint, lemon juice and garlic.

Martha Washington’s Preserved Cherries

How to preserve cherries in sugar syrup using a historical recipe from Martha Washington’s Booke of Cookery. George Washington’s favorite fruit was cherries!

Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint

This refreshing salad with watermelon, feta cheese, and fresh mint is simply dressed with olive oil and lime juice.

How to Roast and Cook Eggplant

Learn the best methods for roasting a whole eggplant on a gas range, grill, or in the oven. Results in a smoky, tender eggplant full of flavor.

Fresh Basil Pesto

Traditional method for authentic Mediterranean pesto with basil, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil using a mortar and pestle – or an immersion blender! With or without cheese.