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"These plain or jelly-filled doughnuts are a favorite treat in Israel and a sweet alternative to the traditional latkes. Few people say no to doughnuts and this variety fits any appetite. I generally make a double batch of dough, refrigerate it and pinch off portions as I need for fresh treats or for taking along to a Chanukah party."

Ingredients: egg yolks, eggs, fine sugar...

"Not very traditional, but good for those who want to celebrate Chanukah and still keep to their diets (the words Chanukah and diet usually cancel each other out)."

Ingredients: chives, egg whites, eggs...

"This is something I discovered when I moved here, I always make a batch every Chanukah."

Ingredients: ground cumin, eggs...

"I had this at a friend's house and when we got home, my husband insisted that I call her to get the recipe - so I did."

Ingredients: cinnamon, eggs...

"The pecans and maple syrup add a very nice touch. This is a traditional Jewish Sephardic recipe."

Ingredients: egg whites, unsweetened flaked coconut...

"Posted for Zaar World Tour 2005. Oranges and bananas are a great combo, and I like the idea of adding some sweet red wine to a fruit salad! From The Jewish Vegetarian Year Cookbook. Have not tried this recipe yet."

Ingredients: sweet red wine, raisins, sugar...

"This recipe was given to my MIL by her Great Grandmother, who immigrated from Poland. I swear this soup has magical powers, as it has nursed my husband to health from countless colds, flus, and even a total hip replacement!! This also freezes very well, so make in advance of flu season!"

Ingredients: chicken fat, eggs, oil...

"Another Jewish recipe for the World Zaar Contest. This is from a Jewish website."

Ingredients: crushed pineapple, medium egg noodles...

"A delicious gluten-free adaptation of a traditional family Chanukah recipe. Serve with sour cream and applesauce. TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE: The gluten-free rice flour mix I use is 3 cups white rice flour, 3 cups brown rice flour, 2 cups potato starch (not flour), 1 cup tapioca starch - Use just one cup of this mixture. TO MAKE WITH REGULAR (WHEAT) FLOUR:..."

Ingredients: eggs, olive oil, onions...

"I am a huge fan of Lennie's Bob Newhart's Carrot Mold. We have it at least every other week at our house. For Rosh Hashana I wanted to make something with pumpkin, which is one of the traditional foods eaten on that holiday. We adore the carrot mold so much, I basically just substituted fresh pumpkin for the carrots. It was a hit with family..."

Ingredients: fresh pumpkin, eggs, margarine...

"I received this recipe from a co-worker. She loves it. I haven't tried it yet. The ingredients seem interesting. She says it has a wonderful aroma and sweet flavor. A written quote from her "This is a great one, very "comfy" on a cold morning or afternoon!""

Ingredients: coconut milk, ground cumin...

"Easy to make and it's the "Jewish penicillin" for anyone who isn't feeling well."

Ingredients: salt & freshly ground black pepper, eggs...

"A different take on the old Chanukah standard."

Ingredients: eggs, oil, salt...

"This is the real way to make Borscht. No canned veggies, no messing around. Just real hearty Borscht, the way my mother makes it. Good ingredients are key, especially the meat, which should be fresh and thick. Once you've had this Borscht, you will not be able to eat any other. For the non-kosher, try it au-natural, or with a nice spoonful of..."

Ingredients: dill, lemons, potatoes...