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<p>Kiddush is a Jewish ritual performed to sanctify and consecrate the Sabbath or festivals. Typically recited over a cup of wine, it involves a blessing expressing gratitude for the joyous occasion and acknowledging the holiness of the day. Kiddush serves as a ceremonial opening to communal meals, symbolizing the separation between the sacred and the ordinary.</p><p>Ilse enjoyed her first Kiddush after she and Eli were engaged. It was the first time she felt part of a community in her adult life. During that period, she was struggling with all that she experienced in the war as well as the impact of the war on her family.</p><p>Rugelach is a traditional Jewish pastry that has Eastern European roots. They are filled with classic flavors and showcase the traditional method of rolling the dough with a sweet and nutty filling. </p> Author's Note

<p>Widely believed that rugelach originated in Poland or another country within the Ashkenazi Jewish communities of Eastern Europe. The name "rugelach" is Yiddish, the historical language of the Ashkenazi Jews. In Yiddish, "rugelach" roughly translates to "little twists" or "little corners," likely referring to the pastry's traditional crescent shape.</p><p>Traditional rugelach fillings include fruit preserves, nuts, poppy seed paste, cinnamon, and chocolate. These ingredients are spread over a triangular piece of dough, which is then rolled into a crescent shape and baked. Over time, numerous variations have emerged, incorporating different fillings and toppings, reflecting both traditional flavors and contemporary innovations.</p><p>Rugelach's enduring popularity lies in its rich, flaky pastry and the variety of its sweet, spiced fillings. This pastry not only represents a link to Eastern European Jewish heritage but also showcases the adaptability and evolution of traditional recipes in new cultural contexts.</p> Overview of Recipe

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Appetizer - Starters and small dishes Beverage - A drinkable liquid, excluding water Bread - Various types of bread, including loaves, rolls, and flatbreads Breakfast - The first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning Brunch - A late morning meal eaten instead of breakfast and lunch Dessert - Sweet course that concludes a meal Dinner - Last meal of the day Lunch - A meal typically eaten in the early afternoon Salad - Dish consisting of mixed ingredients Sauces - Used as aprt of other dishes and an ingredient or as an added flavor Side Dish - A secondary dish served alongside the main course Snack - A small portion of food eaten between meals Soup - A liquid dish, typically savory and served warm Undefined - This meal category has not yet been defined Recipe Category

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