The holiday eating season has a bit of a twist this year. On November 28, 2013, the first full day of Hanukkah will coincide with Thanksgiving Day. The serendipitous calendar occurrence has spawned a hybrid holiday: Thanksgivukkah.
On tables across the country, Thanksgivukkah celebrators and fans will prepare feasts that observe the finest edible offerings from both traditions. But perhaps you don't have time to make turkey and brisket, or mashed potatoes and latkes. Never fear. Here at Delish we decided to pit the Thanksgiving food stars against the Hanukkah food stars in an epic showdown that would result in the ultimate Thanksgivukkah collaborative menu. In a completely unscientific poll, we asked food editors and hungry people to weigh in on the battles. Here we present the results of Thanksgivukkah Showdown 2013.
Turkey vs. Brisket
Poultry and beef go head-to-head in this main course showdown.
And the winner is…
TURKEY!
A bit of a surprise upset, but turkey just narrowly beat out brisket in our poll.
Showcase the Winner On Your Table: Basic Roast Turkey
Mashed Potatoes vs. Latkes
Creamy mashed potatoes take up a position against crispy, fried potato latkes.
And the winner is…
LATKES!
Another close race, but latkes came out on top.
Showcase the Winner On Your Table: The Perfect Latkes
Stuffing vs. Kugel
Hot and baked bread (with the fixins) goes up against hot and baked egg noodles (with the fixins).
And the winner is…
STUFFING!
Our poll takers just couldn't resist the idea of a finely crafted casserole dish full of savory stuffing.
Showcase the Winner On Your Table: Buttermilk Cornbread Stuffing with Sausage
Cranberry Sauce vs. Apple Sauce
The fruits duke it out in a sweet and saucy battle.
And the winner is…
Cranberry Sauce!
The red-hued sauce just narrowly pulled out a win over traditional apple sauce.
Showcase the Winner On Your Table: Spiced Cranberry Sauce
Pie vs. Sufganiyot
What's more alluring, a pumpkin (or fruity, or chocolate, or pecan) pie or freshly fried doughnuts stuffed with jelly?
And the winner is…
PIE!
Pie was the decisive winner in this food-based battle.
Showcase the Winner On Your Table: Ultimate Pumpkin Pie with Rum Whipped Cream
Dinner Rolls vs. Challah
The run-of-the-mill dinner roll goes up against the traditional egg bread.
And the winner is…
CHALLAH!
No surprise here. Challah is delicious!
Showcase the Winner On Your Table: Challah
Are you celebrating Thanksgivukkah this year? Which foods will you prepare?
