Matzoh Ball Soup

AKA Jewish penicillin, this is a staple in many homes and is always a crowd pleaser. Matzoh is the traditional flat bread eaten over Passover when Jews are forbidden to eat leavened breads. Matzoh is meant to be a reminder of the exodus from Egypt as it is said that there was no time to let dough rise before it was cooked, so Jews fled into the desert with flat breads. While the cracker itself is fairly bland, and some people will argue it's delicious, there's no denying that once you mash it up, add some eggs and oil, and stick it in broth, the matzoh ball is absolutely delicious. Make it with chicken or veggie broth. Add veggies or don't. Chicken and noodles are also optional! And then there's the actual balls. Some prefer a light and fluffy texture, while others prefer their matzoh balls denser and heartier. Every family has their own recipe, and every Jew will tell you their Grandmother's is the best. Matzoh ball soup is served at every holiday, and many times when you visit your