Oh how I love the festival of lights. I have planned an easy, mostly make-ahead meal so you can eat for eight crazy nights and spend less time in the kitchen and more time opening fun gifts. As a child I looked forward to my Mom cooking her famous potato pancakes. The only problem is she would be in the kitchen all day grating potatoes and onions (it’s super labor intensive). I solved that problem and created a recipe (below) that involves no grating and lots of free time. They are so super delish that my Mom even approves :-).
I hope this maps out an easy and yummy holiday! I am sooo GRATEFUL that you let me into your homes and dinner tables this Holiday Season – thank you!
Toast to eight crazy nights of fun 🙂
Drink tip: Have one signature Hanukkah cocktail and then wine and beer so that your guests have choices and you are not spending the night with the cocktail shaker!
Spanish Wine and Cola Cocktail
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Easy appetizers that will have you eating them too with your guests 🙂
Appetizer Tip: Enjoy your own holiday and make one or two homemade appetizers below and then put out a bowl of nuts or even pigs-in-the-blanket (from the freezer) so there is less work for you!
Fluffy Honey Pistachio Ricotta Dip – Honey Drizzled Smoked Salmon Crostini
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This main course will make people forget they got gifts it is so good!
This tasty beef dish sits in a slow cooker and can stay on warm until it’s time to eat. It can also be a fun hearty veggie option if you have a meat free holiday!
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Make ahead side dishes that will make your guests cheer!
Your Awesome Side Tip: Make ahead and reheat please :-)! Both of these take the rush out of the kitchen as they are festive in color and a great night before side dish to make!
Fluffiest Potato Pancakes Ever – Minty Garlic Roasted Radishes – Roasted Garlicky Asparagus –
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Dessert to wash down the chocolate coins 🙂
Sweet Tip: People always ask what to bring to your house tell them something chocolate, perfect pie, or dessert wine because you have a tasty fruity dessert ready for them! This takes off some pressure to make dessert and lets your guest baking talents shine!
Balsamic Strawberries and Cream
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Let me know what is your fave gift you ever got or your fave recipe that reminds you of childhood Hanukkah! =-)
With a Grateful Heart and a Happy Hanukkah Yummy Festive Tummy! – Jay