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A swirl of tahini adds a nutty flavor to these elegant meringues. We dip the cookies in dark chocolate and crushed pistachios, but that’s optional. Store the cookies in an airtight container as soon as they are cool to keep them crisp.

Active time: 30 minutes | Total time: 4 hours

Ingredients

In this healthier take on a Hanukkah classic, thinly sliced cabbage and onions cook until silky-tender and are tossed with whole-wheat egg noodles and just enough egg-yogurt mixture to bind them, then baked until set. Enjoy it as either a side dish or an entrée.

Active time: 25 minutes | Total time: 1 hour

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This mushroom, lentil and nut roast is the perfect centerpiece for a plant-based holiday meal. It’s rich and “meaty” thanks to canned lentils, mushrooms and nuts instead of highly processed soy ingredients. Serve with mashed root vegetables or roasted Brussels sprouts and vegetarian mushroom gravy for a holiday feast even omnivores will love. Leftovers make great meatless mea...

Heart-healthy olive oil (1), apple cider and grated apple make this dairy- and egg-free spice cake super moist. Buy fresh apple cider with