As the day that celebrates the salvation of the physical existence of the Jewish people, Purim is the most physical of the festivals. Its observances include giving gifts of money to the poor, sending food portions to friends, and eating a sumptuous meal accompanied by plentiful drink in the closing hours of the festival.
Hamantashen and kreplach, both with their fillings hidden inside, allude to the hidden nature of the Purim miracle. On a lighter note, the three-pointed hamantashen are said to evoke Haman's three-pointed hat or his triangular ears.
In addition to recipes for these two Purim traditions, we have included two full Purim meal menus: an easy menu (for the easy-going cook), and a gourmet menu, for those who think that their culinary art would be appreciated through the haze of lechaims!
