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    Tu B'Shevat

    Tu B’Shevat (or Tu Bishvat) is a lesser-known Jewish holiday celebrating the birthday of the trees, It occurs at the approximate time of year when trees begin to bloom again. Some honor the holiday by planting a new tree, often in Israel.

    In modern times, this holiday is also synonymous with a discussion of saving the planet, learning about climate change, opening our minds to new ways to help preserve the natural beauty of the world.

    There are seven species or foods connected to the celebration of TuBishvat. These seven foods appear in the Old Testament and are some of the key elements that made ancient Israel’s agriculture so rich.

    They are: Wheat, Barley, Grapes, Figs, Pomegranates, Olives and Dates

    Some of my favorite recipes on the blog using these wonderful ingredients are my super comforting barley soup, roast chicken with grapes and shallots, fig and arugula salad, any of my recipes using pomegranate molasses, and my pumpkin granola that combines olive oil and date syrup.

    Top down view of smoothie in a green glass on a tan plate with a spoon and fresh medjool dates.

    Date smoothie with yogurt and vanilla

    Pumpkin Granola Sweetened with Maple or Date Syrup

    3 challah rolls at an angle on baked parchment paper

    Challah Rolls with Apple Currant Filling

    Easy Challah Recipe with a Hint of Citrus

    Olive Oil Granola with Pecans, Pumpkin Seeds and Coconut

    straight down shot of barley soup in bowl with lemon and spoon

    Mushroom Barley Soup – A Velvety Bowl of Comfort

    3 cookies on green plate with powdered sugar

    Date Thumbprint Cookies with Walnuts (Koloocheh): for Tu B’shevat or Purim

    butternut squash soup with pomegranate arils and dukkah

    Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Pomegranate Molasses and Dukkah

    Instant Pot Brisket with Pomegranate Molasses

    pomegranate molasses cocktail in a copper mug w limes and mint

    Pomegranate Molasses Cocktail: Minty Pomegranate Mule

    whole pear cake with pear, cake server, striped napkin

    Pear Cake with Olive Oil, Ginger and Cinnamon

    flank steak

    Lemony Flank Steak with Pomegranate Molasses

    Pomegranate Molasses

    Pomegranate Molasses Dressing Recipe

    fig salad

    Arugula and Fig Salad — The Perfect Match for Pomegranate Molasses Dressing

    roasted delicata squash on white plate

    Roasted Delicata Squash with Pomegranate Molasses and Date Syrup

    how to make and use pomegranate molasses

    How to Make Pomegranate Molasses – Distilling the Essence of a Fabulous Fall Fruit

    brussels sprouts and cauliflower on white plate with yogurt topping

    Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate Molasses

    Fig Cocktail Cookies: Surprise Your Holiday Guests with this Savory Shortbread Treat

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