Courtesy of Jessica Maher
"Fried foods are served during Hanukkah to represent the miracle of the oil that burned in the Temple for eight days. Latkes are probably more familiar, but Israeli Jews claim the pleasantly yeasty and sweet sufganiyot as a delicacy all their own. My husband and I used to live in a lovely brownstone in Brooklyn with a couple who would have dozens of people over for a Hanukkah meal. It was a great time to meet new people and practice our favorite holiday activity—eating! These are easy to make and absolutely irresistible."
Photography by Jody Horton
These hand-size crackers loaded with herbs and seeds are meant to be broken apart after baking. A cluster of these crackers, a wedge of fragrant local cheese, a bottle of Texas wine and some fresh, ripe pears in a pretty basket make a welcome gift any time of year.
My mother-in-law gave me this recipe decades ago, and I’ve made it for parties and events at my house many times. These crackers freeze well if you want to make them in advance—just let them thaw to room temperature and heat slightly before serving.
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