The Dream Shabbat Menu

Pharaoh dreams of seven fat cows swallowed by seven emaciated cows, and then seven fat stalks of grain swallowed by seven lean stalks of grain.  In one of Joseph’s most evocative interpretations, the forgotten prisoner predicts seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine. 

As we plunge deeper into the harsh cold winter, nights grow longer and Shabbat draws near, I find myself craving the kind of warmth that only a slow-cooked, cozy menu can bring. There’s something about a reliable roast filling the house with its rich aroma that instantly makes the week feel softer, calmer, and a little more blessed.

The Weekly Challah

CRISPY QUINOA LATKES

Might as well start the meal with some latkes, even if they aren’t quite traditional, they reheat well on a hot plate and get topped with your favorite veg, like prepared caramelized onions, roasted peppers, or sautéed mushrooms.

Roasted Broccoli

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Simple, green, and necessary! Roasted broccoli adds a pop of color and freshness to balance the richer dishes on the table. You could also swap with roasted green beans with garlic or honey-glazed carrots for variety.

The Reliable Roast

You can’t go wrong with this roast — a centerpiece that’s special for your Hanukkah Shabbat. Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy inside, it pairs perfectly with all the sides below.

AUTUMN’S WILD RICE-MUSHROOMS PILAF-STYLE

Earthy, nutty, and packed with savory mushrooms — this wild rice pilaf is a comforting side that works beautifully alongside the roast.

Chanukah Baked Donuts

Whether you fry your doughnuts or buy them, no Hanukkah Shabbat is complete without these sweet treats. Crispy, golden, and lightly spiced, they’re a perfect ending to a holiday meal.

For last year’s Shabbat Hanukkah Miketz menu click here