Oh how I miss my grandma.. I will never forget talking to her on the phone for an hour just about a recipe or anything that involves food. We could go on and on forever. She taught me a very useful tip when I was younger – “Courtney, you can always add more but you can’t take out.” I used to add too much salt to everything and then I wouldn’t touch it. Although we found one exception to this rule, and that is chocolate – you can never have enough! It’s been so hard not to be able to pick up the phone and talk to her about her day. She was full of life, but her body was running on empty.
My last conversation with her was of her telling me about her upcoming surgery, and how that it would fix everything so I could come visit with the baby. She talked about how she was so anxious to find out if I was having a girl or boy and what we would name them. Unfortunately the surgery only made matters worse, and it tore me apart that I knew my grandma wasn’t going to make it. When she joined my parents, grandpa, and other relatives in heaven I thought to myself, how could this happen?? Why? Then I realized not only was she with all of the people she loved.. She was out of pain. She was set free.
Grandma’s Matzo Balls
Makes 15-20
4 Eggs
1/2 Cup Seltzer Water (I like to do 3/4)
2 Cup Matzo Meal
Salt + Pepper + Parsley to taste
1 Teaspoon Oil
Beat eggs, seasonings, and seltzer. Then add into a large bowl with the matzo meal.
Mix until combined. Place into the refrigerator for about an hour.
Roll into balls and place into a large sauce pan with boiling water with oil.
Boil them for about 20 minutes.
Once they are done add into your favorite chicken soup.
Tamara @ Southern Yankee Mix says
June 12, 2012 at 8:48 pmYou are going to make me cry! Thanks for taking the time to share your Grandma’s recipe. Mine has been gone for almost 2 years now and I miss her SO much. It’s nice that you guys had something that you talked about together and you can now cook and remember her through it. ((hugs))
Nichol says
June 12, 2012 at 10:38 pmCourtney what a sweet post, and how thoughtful to share it with us. I have never had a matzo ball, but think I’m going to give them a try, in honor of your grandmother. They sure do look yummy.
Rachel says
June 13, 2012 at 2:07 amThis is a beautiful, beautiful post … Absolutely beautiful.
And I adore the way she wrote how the instructions for your mother.
Tummy Tuck or Bust says
June 13, 2012 at 3:53 amThank you so much for sharing this. My grandmother passed away when I was six, but our family “adopted” one who cared for us for many many years. I will make these and think of your grandmother. I have a great challah recipe if you’re interested. Vey easy!
Debra Pearlstein says
June 13, 2012 at 3:23 amWhat a beautiful and touching post… must have something in my eye. She sounds so wonderful!
Jennifer @TheRebelChick says
June 13, 2012 at 11:37 amI’ve never tried making matzo balls, thanks for sharing the recipe!
April Decheine says
June 13, 2012 at 12:43 pmI love Matzo Balls! Especially in chicken broth!
Kenda @ Remaking June Cleaver says
June 13, 2012 at 1:39 pmWhat a wonderful thing to share with us! My husband’s family was amazed when they found I could make matzo ball soup. I think it’s one of the reasons he married me 😉
Stefani @ MommyEnterprises.com says
June 13, 2012 at 2:08 pmWhat a great post. I don’t think I have ever had these.
Penelope (NYC Mom Blogger) says
June 13, 2012 at 4:34 pmOoh, bookmarking, I LOVE matzoh ball soup! This is my favorite recipe you ever posted!
Marcie W. says
June 13, 2012 at 6:27 pmSuch a beautiful post! I’m part Jewish and miss my grandmother’s matzo balls so much. I can’t wait to try these for my family, they look so similar.
Donna says
June 13, 2012 at 3:09 pmI’ve never tried matzo balls before, but would feel honored to try your grandma’s! Thank you for sharing it!
Billie says
June 13, 2012 at 7:20 pmI’ve never had a matzo ball, it sounds interesting. Thank you for sharing your story and recipe.
Jennifer (Double Duty Mommy) says
June 13, 2012 at 6:12 pmWhat a sweet post. I’m so glad you have this from your grandma
Anonymous says
June 14, 2012 at 2:40 amMatzo Ball soup has been a favorite of mine since I was 4. I never had a home made recipe b/c my grandparents always ordered from the kosher deli. This is a good recipe. I will give it a try soon. Thanks!
♥ Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins ♥ says
June 14, 2012 at 4:06 amFantastic post! I’ve never heard of these before but they sure do look good. Thanks for sharing!
Stefanie says
June 14, 2012 at 12:29 pmI’ve never had Matzo balls, but they look good!
That Bald Chick says
June 14, 2012 at 6:11 pmI haven’t had Matzo balls in ages!
Notorious Spinks says
June 14, 2012 at 6:53 pmSorry for your loss. This month will be a year that mom has been gone and I still haven’t been able to cook a “real” since she’s been gone. However, like you I’m learning to focus on the good she left while marinating on the memories.
Simply Being Mommy says
June 14, 2012 at 10:29 pmThose look absolutely delicious. And how awesome you still have her original recipe.
Toni Patton says
June 15, 2012 at 11:31 amI’ve never tried them before. I am so very sorry for your loss!
HilLesha says
June 15, 2012 at 4:46 pmThis looks really good!
Theresa says
June 15, 2012 at 5:18 pmI am so sorry for your loss. I was so close to my own Grandmother and we always baked together. Memories of her homemade jam and freshly squeezed orange juice almost make me cry. ((hugs)) What a sweet post.
Tricia Nightowlmama says
June 16, 2012 at 7:14 amhow absolutely precious and such a wonderful grandmother you have leaving recipes behind for you to enjoy looks and sounds so tasty
Kathleen says
June 17, 2012 at 1:24 pmI have never tried matzo balls, but they sure so look good.
Tammy says
June 18, 2012 at 2:27 pmIt looks easy to make.
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
August 7, 2012 at 12:09 pmI’ve never had one, but they look good!
Anna says
August 10, 2012 at 10:18 amI hope you did not use artificial sweeteners to make these. Learning about low calorie sweeteners and pregnancy has opened my eyes to healthier lifestyle.
/\Heather/\ says
October 25, 2012 at 3:23 amLooks good. The kinder just had some today at a deli!
Anonymous says
January 26, 2013 at 8:36 pmI have never had these but your story makes me want to try them. Thank you for sharing the recipe. God bless….