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Kreplach

Kreplach (from Yiddish: קרעפּלעך kreplekh, קרעפפּל krepl neut. sg.) are small dumplings filled with ground meat, mashed potatoes or another filling, usually boiled and served in chicken soup.[1] They are similar to Italian tortellini and Chinese wontons. In many Ashkenazi homes, kreplach are served on Rosh Hashanah, at the pre-fast meal before Yom Kippur, and on Hoshana Raba.[1] Kreplach with vegetarian or dairy fillings are also eaten on Purim because the hidden nature of the kreplach interior mimics the "hidden" nature of the Purim miracle.[2] A variety with a sweet cheese filling is served as a starter or main dish in dairy meals, specifically on Shavuot.[3] Stuffed pasta may have migrated from Venice to the Ashkenazi Jews in Germany during the 14th century.[3]