A plethora of traditional Jewish dishes are often included in traditional Hanukkah spreads.

Maybe it’s the magic of the Hanukkah miracle, but something about these foods bonds people together.

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They are typically mixed with onion, egg, flour, and seasonings.

These fried treats are scrumptious when dipped in sour cream and/or served alongside some applesauce.

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Latkes on a table ready to be eaten.

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Prepared in a Dutch oven or roaster, beef brisket is oftentimes slated as the main dish.

As long as it’s tender and served with other traditional sides, it’s a win!

Get the recipe fromLove & Olive Oil.

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The best part about the commonly-made poultry dish?

It’s an easy recipe that’s delicious with a generous amount of seasoning and roasted vegetables.

Get our recipe forShakshuka.

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The traditional meal can be made both savory and sweet.

We like this recipe from Savory Simple that takes the sweet route with a pecan topping.

Get the recipe fromSavory Simple.

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Matzo ball soup

Matzo ball soup is a hot, tasty staple at many Jewish celebrations.

The light and delicious balls are oftentimes placed in traditionalchicken noodle soupor just plain chicken broth.

You’ll find yourself eating more than one bowl of the flavorful appetizer.

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Get the recipe fromSally’s Baking Addiction.

The treat is typically filled with jelly or custard, deep fried, and then coated with powdered sugar.

When it comes time to serve them up, the warmer the better!

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After it’s cooked, it can be topped with sesame seeds or poppy seeds for a salty flavor.

The possibilities are endless!

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We’re a fan of Half-Baked Harvest’s golden, whole-wheat version of this delicious treat.

Get the recipe fromHalf-Baked Harvest.

Instead of buying these chocolates this year, you could make gelt at home with the right recipe.

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So, give this one a tryand let the dreidel tournament begin!

Get the recipe fromElana’s Pantry.

Other options include sweet potatoes, spinach, or beans.

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A previous version of this story was originally published on December 16, 2022.

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