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This is the reckoning. Esau is approaching with his entourage. To protect against an attack, Jacob divides his camp and stays on the other side of the Jabbok.

Jacob has accumulated great wealth and numbers. But tonight he is all alone. Jacob wrestles with an angel till dawn. And although the match ends in a stalemate, Jacob emerges with a blessing, a new identity and a new destiny. So tonight we dine with Jacob on the side of the angels. 

CHICKEN SOUP WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA

crystal clear chicken soup with julienned vegetables and angel hair

We start our meal with angel hair pasta in a pure clear chicken soup, a Shabbat classic.

TARRAGON FISH CROQUETTES WITH HONEY WASABI DIPPING SAUCE

Tarragon Fish Croquettes with Honey Wasabi Dipping Sauce

If you prefer a fish course to a soup course or want both go for these. 

MINUTE ROAST WITH PAN DRIPPINGS

minute roast

The elegant roast is easy to make and will stay warm until you are ready to eat.

CRISPY SQUASHED POTATOES

squashed potatoes

The latest addition to this recipe is to cover the potatoes in za'taar - yum!!

SAUTEED GARLICKY KALE

Garlicky Kale

Always a winner in my house. 

STRAWBERRY ANGEL FOOD TRIFLE

strawberry Angel Trifle

This Strawberry Angel Food Trifle is a soulful dish, in the light of day or dark of night.

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