Man vs Machine: The Matzah Story
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This paper looks at some of the halachic issues that relate to machine-made matzas. These include the risk of dough being caught in the machine, the length of time the dough is left unattended, and the difficulties in properly cleaning the machine.
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| Language | English |
|---|---|
| Paper Type | Research Paper |
| Pages | 7 |
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