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    Modern Hanukkah Recipes: Healthier Twists on Classic Dishes

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    Celebrating Hanukkah with a Healthier Approach

    In Brief

    Henny Shor turns cherished Hanukkah recipes into healthier, delicious options, encouraging everyone to savor every bite while celebrating this beloved holiday.

    Why It Matters

    Hanukkah is a time that symbolizes triumph and miracles, representing a moment to share traditional meals with loved ones while embracing innovative and health-conscious cooking. Henny Shor not only pays homage to age-old recipes, but reimagines them for modern kitchens, enabling revelers to enjoy this festive time without compromising on flavor or wellbeing.

    A New Take on Classic Dishes

    This Hanukkah, Shor offers new twists on traditional staples like latkes and doughnuts. Her sweet potato latkes provide a gluten-free alternative that pleased even her daughter, who famously avoided sweet potatoes. These guilt-free treats ensure that everyone gets to participate in the holiday culinary festivities.

    Recipe Highlight: Sweet Potato Latkes

    Filled with wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes and gluten-free flour, these latkes are the ideal addition to any Hanukkah spread. Enjoy them warm with classic sides such as sour cream or applesauce.

    Crispy Schnitzel with Convenience

    For those who delight in finger food, Shor presents a baked schnitzel recipe, making for an easy feast that can be enjoyed by all ages at Hanukkah gatherings without hassle. Busy parents and hosts come out as winners with this simple, mess-free dish.

    Baked Delights for All Ages

    Catering to diverse health needs sometimes spurs culinary creativity, and Shor transformed fried doughnuts into baked ones for Hanukkah, producing treats that maintain deliciousness without drawbacks.

    Sensational Bubby’s Cinnamon Dreidel Cookies

    Bringing back nostalgic flavors, these dreidel cookies bring cinnamon warmth synonymous with childhood memories and allow even those distant from past celebrations to embrace the cozy familiarity of well-loved tastes.

    The Wider Context

    This Hanukkah season, we reflect on the enduring strength, spirit, and light that the festival embodies, contributing to personal resilience. Allow these dishes to become part of your journey, reminding you that traditions can embrace innovation without losing their charm.

    This story was first published on jpost.com.

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