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Passover recipe: Pomella’s Matzo Ball Soup

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

We know. No one’s matzo ball soup is better than your bubbe’s. But this version, from Oakland’s Pomella, one of the 50 Best Restaurants in the Bay Area, comes pretty close.Chef-owner Mica Talmor uses a mix of oil and schmaltz to yield the perfect balance of matzo ball flavor and fluffiness. The Israeli-born chef advises letting the batter cool and relax for an hour before rolling. And, most importantly, cook the matzo balls long enough — at least an hour — or until the insides are the same color as the outsides, not darker, she says.Enjoy for Passover or year-round.Matzo Ball SoupMakes 15 balls (two per serving), including one ball for testingINGREDIENTS1 large yellow onion, peeled and finely diced¼ cup chicken fat (also called schmaltz)¼ cup canola oil1¾ teaspoons kosher salt½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper8 eggs1/3 cup water1/3 bunch dill, finely chopped1 cup matzo mealApproximately 3 liters of chicken stock, preferably homemade (or Swanson chicke...

Passover recipe: Chanie Apfelbaum’s Charoset Bars

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

You’ve never seen charoset like this before. The relish of fruit, nuts and red wine — it represents the mortar used by Jewish slaves in the building of the Egyptian pyramids — is one of the symbolic foods on the Passover seder plate. And its resemblance to actual mortar is probably why most of us don’t think to make and eat it more than once a year, despite its sweetness.Enter these beautiful charoset bars, created by Busy in Brooklyn blogger Chanie Apfelbaum. Apfelbaum starts with an almond flour dough as the base, which she tops with a pulverized pear-date-wine charoset and walnut crumble. The recipe is featured in Apfelbaum’s debut cookbook, “Totally Kosher: Tradition with a Twist! 150+ Recipes for the Holidays and Every Day” (Clarkson Potter, $37.50).Charoset BarsServes 12INGREDIENTSJust in time for Passover, Busy in Brooklyn blogger Chanie Apfelbaum has released her first cookbook. (Clarkson Potter) 3 cups superfine blanched almond...

Recipe: Passover Panzanella with Matzo Brei Croutons

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

Passover is a holiday of heavy foods. There’s brisket, potato kugel and way too much matzo. But if you have leftover steak and a jar of horseradish left over from the seder plate, you can make this delightful salad.The recipe, from Chanie Apfelbaum’s new cookbook, “Totally Kosher: Tradition with a Twist! 150+ Recipes for the Holidays and Every Day” (Clarkson Potter, $37.50), calls for making croutons out of the same ingredients used to make breakfast-centric matzo brei — egg, matzo, oil and seasonings — oven-baked to a crisp instead of pan-fried.Passover Panzanella with Matzo Brei CroutonsServes 6 to 8MATZO BREI CROUTONS:1 extra-large egg white, beaten2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon dried oregano¼ teaspoon garlic powder¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper3 square unsalted matzos or 2 round matzosSTEAK AND SALAD:1 pound London broil (preferably the shoulder blade cut)2 tablespoons grapeseed oilKosher salt and ...

Could 49ers’ Brock Purdy be healthy by training camp?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

A viral photo surfaced over the weekend of Brock Purdy, with the 49ers’ quarterback wearing his boyish smile and a super-sized brace on his surgically repaired elbow.Nothing unusual there.Then came Monday’s surprising proclamation that Purdy’s road to recovery could see him participating in training camp, which begins in four months.“Our hope is he’s ready to go for training camp,” general manager John Lynch said at the NFL owners’ meetings in Phoenix, according to The Athletic’s David Lombardi.“We’ll see how everything goes. We’re going to do what’s right for Brock, because that’s right for our organization,” Lynch added. “You know, be aggressive with what we do but also be really smart. We’re insulated with other guys we have a lot of belief in, so if Brock’s not ready, we’ll hold down the fort until he is.”Purdy is only 17 days removed from a career-saving procedure in which an internal brace repaired the tor...

Asian Americans are anxious about hate crimes. TikTok ban rhetoric isn’t helping

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

By Brian Fung | CNNEllen Min doesn’t go to the grocery store anymore. She avoids bars and going out to eat with her friends; festivals and community events are out, too. This year, she opted not to take her kids to the local St. Patrick’s Day parade.Min isn’t a shut-in. She’s just a Korean American from central Pennsylvania.Ever since the US government shot down a Chinese spy balloon last month, Min has withdrawn from her normal routine out of a concern she or her family may become targeted in one of the hundreds of anti-Asian hate crimes the FBI now says are occurring every year. The wave of anti-Asian hate that surged with the pandemic may only get worse, Min worries, as both political parties have amplified fears about China and the threat it poses to US economic and national security.“You can’t avoid paying attention to the rhetoric, because it has a direct impact on our lives,” Min said.That rhetoric surged again this week as a hostile House committee grilled TikTok CEO Shou Ch...

Pedestrian killed in San Jose hit-and-run

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) -- A pedestrian died after a hit-and-run Sunday evening, the San Jose Police Department announced on Twitter. The hit-and-run also involved a child who was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and a dog. It happened near Blossom Hill Road and Leigh Avenue around 6:50 p.m.Police originally said the incident involved a bicyclist but later clarified that it was a pedestrian. 1 person with ‘life-threatening’ injuries after stabbing in San Jose The pedestrian, an unidentified woman, died at the scene -- despite officers attempting life-saving measures to save the individual, SJPD said. At this time, there is no information about the suspect vehicle. The hit-and-run comes about four hours after a stabbing in San Jose. No other details were immediately available. KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-con...

46-year-old Oakland Zoo elephant euthanized after battle with arthritis

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

(KRON) -- The Oakland Zoo mourned the loss of one of its elderly African Elephants, Lisa, at age 46, after her battle with progressive arthritis. Lisa was humanely euthanized on Sunday.“We are heartbroken," said Dr. Alex Herman, VP of Veterinary Services at Oakland Zoo. "Her disease progressed to a point where we didn’t want her last day to be her worst day, and it was time to do the most humane thing and to let her go."(Oakland Zoo)(Oakland Zoo)(Oakland Zoo)(Oakland Zoo)(Oakland Zoo)(Oakland Zoo)(Oakland Zoo)(Oakland Zoo)(Oakland Zoo)Lisa came to the Oakland Zoo in 1979 and was one of only sixteen female African Elephants 46 years and older in Association of Zoos and Aquariums-accredited zoos, officials said. She recently celebrated her 46th birthday where zookeepers presented her with a large spread of treats, enrichment, and pinatas filled with her favorite fruits.“Lisa has been a deeply beloved part of our Oakland Zoo family since 1979. She was truly special to me, and to a...

Alameda police looking for missing person

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

(KRON) -- The Alameda Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a 56-year-old missing man. Angel Ambriz was reported missing last Thursday, March 23, according to police. 2 people shot at Sikh temple in Sacramento County, sheriff’s office says Since being reported missing, APD officers have attained video footage that shows Ambriz walking at the Marina Village Yacht Harbor on March 18 just before 2 p.m.Ambriz is described as 5'04" and 150 pounds with black eyes and black and gray hair. If you see Ambriz, police ask that you call the Alameda Police Department at (510) 337-8340.

Photos show injured mountain lion on Interstate 80 in Placer County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

(KTXL) — An injured mountain lion in the center divider of Interstate 80 impacted traffic Monday morning near the community of Applegate, according to the California Highway Patrol. The CHP's Auburn office shared two photos of the mountain lion just after 7:30 a.m.The agency advised that drivers on westbound I-80 should slow down and be prepared to stop as they pass through the area west of Applegate. The wildlife you can find even in central Sacramento In the photos shared on Facebook, the mountain lion can be seen lying on the roadway behind a CHP patrol vehicle and a utility vehicle. The CHP shared photos of an injured mountain lion that was in the center divider of Interstate 80Although the mountain lion has its head up in both photos, it appears to be visibly injured.

1 person hospitalized after stabbing in San Jose

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:38:48 GMT

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) -- One person is in the hospital after a stabbing Sunday afternoon, the San Jose Police Department announced on Twitter. The stabbing happened around 2:51 p.m. near Almaden Expressway and Highway 85.The unidentified victim was suffering "life-threatening" injuries, according to SJPD. As of 6:10 p.m., the injuries have been updated to "non-life-threatening." Police said the victim is now stable. The victim has at least one stab wound. As of 5:50 p.m., there have been no arrests in the stabbing. Police will continue to investigate the stabbing. KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }San Jose recorded its seventh homicide of 2023 after a shooting last week, KRON4 reported. This is a developing story. Check back as KRON4 ...