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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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Earthy, nutty, and packed with savory mushrooms — this wild rice pilaf is a comforting side that works beautifully alongside the roast.
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
Yes, you are correct. We don’t eat meat and dairy at the same meal and we usually wait a period of time ranging from 1 hour to 6 hours based on ancestor customs after eating meat before we eat dairy.
Hi! I am curious about Kosher cooking and eating… I know that you can’t cook meat with dairy. Is it also forbidden to eat dairy and meat during the same meal?
Oh, thanks for noticing that, I have to try them with margarine to see if they can work, but until then I did change to the Chanukah Donuts recipe.
The Apple Zeppole are DAIRY and cannot be served with this “Shabbos Menu” in a kosher home.