Author Archive for Andy Morantz

Andy grew up in Kansas City and belonged to Temple B’nai Jehudah. He currently lives with his wife and three children in Minneapolis. His business, cleverly named Morantz Music, is an audio production company that provides post audio support services for corporate communications. Andy is also an instrumentalist and vocalist who performs with a variety of people. He plays regularly for Friday Night services at Temple Israel, his local place of worship. You might recognize Andy’s handsome face from the food video posts he produces for TCJewfolk.com. He has also written a cookbook called “You’re Cookin’ Tonight, the quickest way to the kitchen is through the bedroom”.

Latkes to the Next Level: A Trick From Down South

Latkes to the Next Level: A Trick From Down South

This delicious variation on the traditional way to serve potato latkes. By adding carmelized onions, sauted apples and goat cheese we turn the mundane into mouthwatering!

The lowly cut, raised to new heights

“The Brisket Book”: Everything You’re Not Sure You Wanted to Know About Brisket and More

Stephanie Pierson doesn’t just love brisket. As Woody Allen would say she lrrrrrrvs it.

The Spread-A-Pa-Looza

Chopped Liver Spread-a-Pa-Looza

Two hungry Jews set out to find the most authentic chopped liver in the Twin Cities.

Aunt Leah’s Candied Sweet Potatoes

Aunt Leah’s Candied Sweet Potatoes

In my relentless quest to get you folks back in the kitchen I submit for your approval my Aunt Leah’s Candied Sweet Potatoes.

One of 532 recipes in this book. Whew.

Cooking Jewish: 532 Recipes. Yikes!!!

It’s a bird. It’s a schmeer. It’s 532 delicious kosher recipes and everything you always wanted to know about the Rabinowitz family.

Hamentashen Smack Down!

Hamentashen Smack Down!

I’ll say it: hamentashen are not my favorite holiday treat. But, in the name of tradition, I went on a quest to find the best the city has to offer.

Caption Contest

Shabbat Traditions Don’t Have to Be Traditional

You CAN work all day Friday and still have a Shabbat dinner. Check out these tips from Andy Morantz.

L'Chaim to chicken soup!

Chicken Soup ala Jeff

What could be better than two guys in the TC Jewfolk kitchen cooking up a mean batch of chicken soup? Andy and Jeff show how it’s done in this video recipe.

When Did We Stop Cooking?

When Did We Stop Cooking?

A recent loss in my family got me thinking about the tradition of preparing and delivering a treasured recipe. But that’s not the end of the story.

It’s All About the Beef…Brisket, That Is.

It’s All About the Beef…Brisket, That Is.

Making brisket isn’t as hard as it sounds. Check out this video recipe to see just how easy it is.

Noshin’ Video Recipe: Latkes!

Noshin’ Video Recipe: Latkes!

This easy latke video recipe will fill the holiday with good eatin’ and fond memories. Andy Morantz shows us how it’s done. Enjoy!

Noshin’ Video Recipe: Stuffed Cabbage

Noshin’ Video Recipe: Stuffed Cabbage

Perfect for shabbos, this Stuffed Cabbage video recipe will take you back to Grandma’s kitchen. Andy Morantz shows how it’s done.

Noshin’ Video Recipe: Noodle Kugel

Noshin’ Video Recipe: Noodle Kugel

Noodle kugel is always a favorite. Andy Morantz shows just how easy it is to make this classic just in time for the holidays – a TC Jewfolk exclusive!