Hanukkah: a Festival of Lite

Hanukkah feasting is not for the faint of heart. Many of the traditional foods are fried in oil or rely heavily on dairy products. But that is the point. Oil is a powerful symbol of Hanukkah, and dairy has its place, too. So how can you enjoy a lower-fat Hanukkah yet stay true to the spirit of the holiday? Here are a few low-fat tips to help you enjoy your latkes and soufganiyot without feeling guilty.

For the vegans in your family, Jolinda Hackett, About's Guide to Vegetarian Food, has recipes for Vegan Latkes With Fresh Herbs and a Vegan Sweet Potato Kugel. For more on traditional Hanukkah food, Giora Shimoni, About's Guide to Kosher Food, can help.

As for everything else related to Hanukkah, from dreidels to menorahs, our Judaism site has everything you need to know.

• A Lower-Fat Hanukkah
• Low-Fat Potato Latkes (pictured)

Virtual Cookie Exchange

Our cookie exchange is almost done. But before we're through, here are two great cookies to finish with: some Mexican Wedding Cakes, which are delicate shortbread-style cookies made with chopped roasted pecans, and rolled in powdered sugar. These are shared by our guide to Mexican food. And finally, from our guide to Southern food, here are some irresistible Iced Cranberry Orange Cookies, which will be a huge hit with your family and holiday guests.

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