High Holidays

The Jewish Holidays are often daunting. Although it is necessary to provide the usual chopped liver and other traditional specialties like my honey cake, I am trying to make it accessible to those who would like to have an option for a lighter meal.  There will still be enough variety for those that look forward to the tried and true holiday meal. It is tradition and my family finds solace in repetition and consistency. 

Today is only Friday, so I can't promise that by next Wednesday I won't have added or substracted a dish or two.  This is how it sits today.

ROSH HASHANA DINNER

Fresh Cut Apples with Honey

Challah and Matzo Crackers with Chopped Liver
some in my family love the chopped liver

Crudites

Chicken Soup with Matzo Balls and Soft Egg Noodles

Chicken Picatta
a delicious lighter spin on this Italian favourite since there are enough calories in the other foods

Terry's Sweet and Sour Meatballs
a welcome addition made by one of my guests

Sauteed Brussels Sprouts and Green Beans
These are blanched ahead of time so the stir-fry is fast
with some interesting flavours of shallots, fennel and pine nuts

Glazed Carrots
instead of a thick and very sweet sauce, this is a last minute dish to cook
taking all of 13 minutes including prep time.  It does have honey and butter but in very small quantities and is a very fresh, slightly tender take on a traditional dish.  I might serve this sprinkled with pistachios

Mashed Potatoes
This is a dish you have to take in moderation.  Of course, mashed potatoes are always fattening in large amounts.  My little sublime twist on this traditional dish is the addition of green onions.

Desserts
Fruits are always an option but..... there will be the honey cake and assorted other holiday favourites.
Meringues are about the lowest in delicious calories.  The best I can do on this holiday for that is Caramel Meringue Crunch which I have pre-ordered.