0 - "Judging from what I'm experienc- ing with the book, there's a nostalgia quality that is selling it," said the author, who sprinkles a few family sto- ries into the chapters. "Younger people are saying to me that it reminds them of their grandmothers or their mothers or their aunts. "I don't think you can equate home cooking with a [carry-out] pizza. The kids may love it, but there will be no 6 large white potatoes long-lasting memories. 1 large onion "One woman came up to me and 2 eggs or 1/2 cup egg substitute told me about her grandmother, who 2 egg whites has Alzheimer's. She said that she -was 1/3 cup flour or matzo meal really going to treasure my book since 1 teaspoon baking powder her grandmother can't write out any of 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder her recipes." 1 teaspoon salt Rubin revealed that she does not 1/2. teaspoon white pepper love cooking as much as she loves peanut oil for frying entertaining. "Our house was always filled with Peel potatoes and onion. Cut people," she recalled. "During the up and place in food processor. (If summer, we always had barbecues. not using immediately, place in It was nothing to have 25 or 30 peo- cold water.) ple at a crack. I never found it a Process with steel blade with chore." on-off pulsing motion. Do not Long before the cookbook, Rubin allow mixture to become too thin. established herself as family pastry 'Put in a large strainer and press chef. out liquid. Then pour some cold "I do the sweet tables for the bat water over the potatoes and press and bar mitzvahs," she explained. out liquid once more Transfer to a "Certain cookies have become my large inbdng bowl. Beat eggs and signature cookies, such as Grandma egg whites until thick. Add to Doralee's butter potato mixture. Add crisps, and there flour, baking powder -,' , A(.43AVNelMsAt.;N: are brownies. and Grandma Doralee Patinkin's well. seasonings. Blend But these are Jewish Family Cookbook only a couple Heat oil in frying pan. rout of 50 or 60 When ready, drop bat- sweet table Aloft, ter from a large metal [treats]. thaii 150 cooking spoon. This , "I do all the irecisureci will give you an oval baking within a shape. Fry over moder- month. I freeze from my ate to high heat until ki.tchen very carefully, brown, turning to • and I pack very brown the other side. carefully. I travel Remove from frying with suitcases pan and drain excess 'full of desserts." Doralee Patinkin Rubin oil on paper towels. As she travels 1 ': ..j3)11CTON El Mandy Patinkin Serve with sour cream to book-signing or applesauce. engagements, These may be made in she comes across people who want to advance and frozen. To freeze, talk on a very personal basis. place singly on a baking sheet, "The book has been a twofold freeze and then place in a plastic experience for me," Rubin said. bag. To reheat, defrost. Place on "First, I know how well my son baking sheet or stand pancakes up always has been received; but it's in a loaf pan and bake in preheat- wonderful to meet people from every ed 450-degree Farenheit oven until walk of life who are insane about crisp. him. Then, for me, it is wonderful to Yield: 18 Latkes meetold friends, new friends and people I don't know who are so — From "Grandma Doralee delighted with the fact that I've put Patinkin's Jewish Family Cookbook" this all down on paper." ❑ WE HAVE A HUGE SELECTION OF BASKETS & TRAYS ALREADY MADE UP FOR YOUR LAST-MINUTE NEEDS! • Gourmet Baskets • Chocolate & Nut Trays • Bakery & Sweets Baskets • Chocolate Cappuccino Baskets • Santa Sled Filled with Scrumptuous Goodies • Etc. • ni rake Patinkin's Potato Latices Send A Gift of Gifts THE TASTE OF MICHIGAN BASKET We Will Also Help You Create Your Own Custom Basket For -Whatever The Event Gift Certificates Available 855-9463 1 32418 NORTHWESTERN HWY. Between Middlebelt & 14 Mile Rd. 11:1 - HAKATA JAPANESE RESTAURANT 05) OPEN 7 DAYS • LUNCH & DINNER featuring AUTHENTIC JAPANESE CUISINE AS YOU LIKE IT! • Elegant Atmosphere • Gracious Warmth • Reasonable Prices * Sushi Bar * Private Japanese Rooms * Cocktails Including 30 Different Kinds of Sake Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11:30-2 p.m. • Dinner: Mon.-Sat. 5:30-10:30 p.m. Sunday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 32443 NORTHWESTERN HWY. Between Middlebelt & 14 Mile Visit us on the web www.hakatashushi.com Open 7 Days 737 - 7220 Fax: 737 - 7223 FALAFIL A SPECIALITY Lunch Sr Dinner Restaurant ❑ QUALITY ❑ AMIOSPHERE ❑ VALUE Mideastern & American Cuisine 27060 Evergreen at 1-696 & 11 In Lathrup Landing • 559-9099 RAW JUICE BAR With Fresh-S • ueezed Fruits & Ve • etables • r io OFF • • Buy One Entree At Regular Price Get Second Entree E • ual or Lesser Value HALF THE PRICE! • Dine In Only • With Coupon • 1 Coupon Per Couple • Not Valid With Other Offers Expires 12-31-97 1 12/19 JN 1997 125