Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the brisket with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear the brisket on both sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Add Aromatics

Transfer the brisket to a roasting pan. In the same skillet, add onions and garlic, sauté until softened. Pour in the beef broth and add the bay leaves. Mix well.

Roast the Brisket

Pour the onion mixture over the brisket. Cover the pan with foil and roast in the oven for about 3-4 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender. Let rest before slicing.

Latkes Preparation

Mix Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, grated onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

Fry Latkes

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil, flatten slightly, and fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Kasha & Bowties Preparation

Cook Kasha

In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add kasha and salt, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10-15 minutes until cooked.

Cook Bowtie Pasta

In another pot, cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Combine and Serve

In a skillet, melt butter, add cooked kasha and pasta, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine.

Steamed Broccoli Preparation

Steam Broccoli

In a steamer basket over boiling water, steam broccoli florets for about 5-7 minutes until tender. Season with salt and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.