1Prime Rib
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS
There’s no debate: Prime rib is what you serve when you’re looking for the most impressive centerpiece to your holiday dinner table. This large-and-in-charge cut of beef not only boasts a show-stopping display, but is unmatched in flavor.
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2Latkes
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Just about every culture has its own form of fried potato, but latkes are something extra-special. Crispy-crunchy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, they’re basically the best parts of a hash brown and a potato pancake all rolled into one. Don’t be surprised if you’ve eaten 2 or 3 before they even reach the table.
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3Pull-Apart Jelly Donut
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Although baked instead of fried, this pull-apart ring is reminiscent of sufganiyot, made easier for those of us who don’t have a good fryer set up at home. Try it with whatever kind of jam you like!
Get the Pull-Apart Jelly Donut recipe.
4Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
Tossed in a honey and vinegar dressing and roasted until glazed and crisp, these sweet and tangy sprouts will steal the (side) show wherever they go. Roasting at high heat on a bare metal sheet pan is key to getting gorgeously browned, crackling-crisp sprouts.
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5Gelt Thumbprints
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
For such a simple game, spinning the dreidel easily inspires some fierce competition over who will end up with the largest pile of gelt. The thing is, those coins are usually made up of, to put it kindly, not-so-great chocolate. What then to do with your sweet spoils? Make these chocolate-orange thumbprint cookies! With fewer than 10 ingredients, you can turn your winnings into a cute Hanukkah dessert that’s perfect for sharing.
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6Apple Cider Braised Brisket
Erik bernstein
Apple cider adds a subtle sweetness to a classic brisket, and after letting it braise low and slow, it will be SO tender. Letting the potatoes and carrots cook with the brisket flavors them from the inside out, and the whole dish will be deeply savory. You’re going to love these leftovers.
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7Fennel Salad With Apples & Radishes
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE8Roast Chicken
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
The perfect centerpiece to any holiday dinner, the steps to make this chicken are simple: You season the bird (just salt & pepper!), then roast it at high heat until the skin is bronzed and crisp and the flesh juicy.
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9Hanukkah Gelt
PHOTO; ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLIST; ERIKA JOYCE
♫ “Dreidel, dreidel, dreidel…” ♫ If you truly want to take your game over the top, play for homemade gelt! They’re super-easy to make at home (we used a mini muffin tin), and you can decorate them however you like.
Get the Hanukkah Gelt recipe.
10Big Mac Latkes
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE
A crispy, fresh latke is one of life’s greatest joys, but when you make it Big-Mac-style, you’re in a whole new universe of delicious. Packed with dill pickles and sesame seeds, stuffed with melty American cheese (optional), and drizzled with Big Mac sauce, this fresh spin on the classic Hanukkah treat will truly have you lovin’ it.
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11Homemade Chicken Soup
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE12Spicy Sesame Salmon
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
If you’re looking for a new, creative way to cook salmon, look no further. The great thing about this recipe (besides those black and white sesame seeds, ofc!) is it’s baked instead of pan-fried, and you can marinate the salmon the night before, making your Hanukkah meal come together extra fast.
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13Challah
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Similar to brioche, challah is an egg-enriched loaf that is slightly sweet and wonderfully soft inside. It’s time to put your braiding skills to good use!
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14Balsamic Glazed Carrots
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Roasted carrots are a classic easy side dish that we turn to time and time again, whether we’re serving up a holiday dinner or a quick weeknight meal. They’re extremely versatile, and take to a variety of seasonings and flavors. That being said, topping them with a balsamic glaze truly takes them over the top.
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15Coconut Curry Salmon
EMILY HLAVAC GREEN
The coconut milk and spice go so well together here, making a rich but not heavy sauce that is dairy-free and so so creamy. The salmon simmers in the milk, keeping it very tender and flaky and extra-flavorful. Spoon the sauce over the salmon a few times as it cooks to give it a nice coating.
Get the Coconut Curry Salmon recipe.
16Giant Skillet Latke
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
While frying up an endless supply of latkes is part of the holiday fun, this recipe turns the classic into an impressive dish for brunch or a breakfast-for-dinner meal. It’s all the flavor and crispiness of a traditional latke with less oil, in half the time!
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17Challah Rolls
Andrew Bui
This particular challah dough is a bit on the sweeter side, and it lends beautifully to a variety of applications, from being a dinner side to a base for sandwiches. Hot tip: These rolls taste phenomenal when toasted!
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18One-Pan Tuna Pasta
ANDREW BUI
This recipe is a bit of a riff on a pasta puttanesca, using familiar ingredients such as capers, anchovies, and olives. But instead of sitting over a pot of simmering tomato sauce, sun-dried tomatoes form a paste that, when combined with pasta water, is transformed into a luscious sauce—and it’s all made in one pan!
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19Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
This savory-sweet salmon never disappoints, and is wonderful alongside a variety of cheesy sides this Hanukkah. Searing fish might seem intimidating, but once you get the hang of it, it’ll be second nature.
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20Sufganiyot
Emily hlavac green
This lightly fried, gorgeously dusted, low-key sugary jelly donut serves as a reminder that life can be sweet sometimes—which is exactly why we make it exclusively for the most festive of Jewish holidays. You can really fill the donuts with whatever filling makes you happy…as long as it’s sweet.
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