Matzoh and Egg

Brunch during Passover almost always means matzoh brei - a traditional combination of egg and water-soaked matzoh. Leftovers always play an important role as well. And usually, when it comes to food restrictions, I don't like to play the substitute game (i.e. tofurkey and the like).

But given the opportunity to use farm-fresh eggs and matzoh from a sedar, I thought why not? The result - a sunny-side up egg on a piece of matzoh. No recipe needed here. Fry an egg to your liking, and gently (very gently!) place on top of half a piece of matzoh. You gotta eat it quick so it doesn't get sloppy, and it helps to over-cook the egg a little so it stays together (matzoh doesn't soak up the yolk as well as bread).

Enjoy it for a 'change.' (pictures coming soon)

The 18 minute Meal

Some rabbis say that if they can't see that it's matzoh, then no, you can't eat it. Some say rice (even the white, refined type) is ok. Some say metal detectors are ok, in jerusalem, on the sabbath, well, because. There are so many different variations on the rules that it's hard to keep it all straight. so I've come up with a few of my own.

Chez's Kosher for Passover Laws

1) No bread

2) No beer

3) Eat Pasta - if you can cook your meal in less than 18 minutes

4) Eat Rice - if you can cook your meal in less than 18 minutes

5) Drink wine - the kosher wine laws have nothing to do with specific passover regulation, but stay away from bubbly.

Honestly, what matters is the intent. I understand that the seder is longer - it's about the family, the celebration, and the story. But what's the point if you're off in some exotic land, having 3 hour meals with

It's basic

But good. Check it out:

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Sausage

Roasted Pepper

Feta

Red Wine

Spinach/Green Beans

Grape Tomatoes

Onions