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Here in Food Network Kitchens, we love simple, classic recipes. We are also paid to think about food all day. So we’ve taken classic foods and drinks and reimagined them in three, four or five different ways. No standard recipes here, just the occasional technique and pictures. Think of it as a picture recipe.

We’re adding the fun back into our latkes this Hanukkah. There’s nothing wrong with the classic version, but try adding these novel mix-ins and toppings to your family recipe. They’re so good, you might just find yourself making them year-round.

First, start with the classic version below:

Here are several ideas to add new life to the classic:

More reinvented classics:

Adult Apple Cider
Pumpkin Seeds
Soup
Baked Potatoes
Pancakes
Bloody Marys
Hummus
Corn on the Cob
Orzo Salad
Grilled Wings
Deviled Eggs
Salsa
Sweet Popcorn
Chicken Salad