Breaking the Fast 2013!

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It is a Jewish custom to fast on Yom Kippur in atonement for our sins, ending in a festive feast at sundown.  It has been tradition in my family for years to break the fast at my mother-in-law's - deli style - with sandwich platters and deli salads, along with potluck sides and desserts.  For the last couple of years, I have taken over the tradition, and have kept with the "deli" theme.  It is simple and easy to accommodate with potluck items.  Here is what I have planned for this year's spread.

Sandwich platters

• Field Roast grain meats (I love their mushroom and sun-dried tomato varieties) and Tofurkey slices
• Vegan mozzarella (I am a fan of the one at Trader Joe's)
• Bagels and various breads
• Vegan cream cheese, deli mustard, Vegannaise, hummus 
• Veggies: lettuce, capers, red onion, tomatoes, pickle slices
• I will also do a meat and cheese platter for my non vegan guests

Salads

• My new favorite pasta salad - Click here for the recipe.
• My Greek salad (without the tabbouleh or falafel) - Click here for the recipe.
• Caesar salad - Alicia Silverstone's Kind Life recipe is my favorite.  Click here for the recipe.

Sides

• Assorted chips
• Kosher pickles
• Olives and pepperoncinis

Desserts

• Vegan black and white cookies - These are a Jewish deli classic and a family favorite.  Click here for the recipe.  
• Vegan chocolate chip cookies - Best recipe EVER.  Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar is my favorite vegan cookie cookbook.  Click here for the recipe.
• Beach cookies - Chloe Coscarelli has a hit with these dessert "bars."  Click here for the recipe.
• Fresh fruit platter

Whether you are fasting or not, I hope this spread inspires you to feast with family and usher in lots of good this coming year!