3 delicious latke variations

Whether you’re hosting a Hanukkah party or looking for a new side, these twists on classic latkes will wow your crowd

Herbed Beet

This earthy root vegetable becomes crowd-pleasingly delicious colorful fritters when it’s fried up with an infusion of savory herbs. To make: In bowl, mix 4 cups cooked and grated beets, 1⁄2 tsp. minced rosemary, 1⁄2 tsp. minced thyme, 2 eggs and 1⁄2 cup cornstarch. In skillet over medium-high, heat 1⁄2 cup vegetable oil. Drop beet mixture in 1⁄4 cup scoops; cook 5 min. per side.

Potato, Gruyère & Scallion

Nutty Gruyère and spicy scallions upgrade standard potato latkes with unforgettable flavor! To make: Mix 2 lbs. peeled and grated potatoes and 2 grated onions; squeeze out excess water. Add 1 cup shredded Gruyère, 1⁄4 cup sliced scallions, 2 eggs and 1⁄2 cup flour. In skillet over medium-high, heat 1⁄2 cup oil. In batches, drop in 1⁄4 cup scoops; cook 5 min. per side.

Apple-Sweet Potato

Cheesy, sweet and utterly addictive, these nutritious delights make a winning breakfast treat. To make: Grate 2 onions; squeeze out excess water. Mix in 2 lbs. grated sweet potatoes, 2 grated apples, 2 eggs, 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese and 1⁄2 cup flour. In skillet over medium, heat 1⁄2 cup oil. In batches, drop in 1⁄4 cup scoops; cook 5 min. per side.