First Night of Hanukkah Menu Crispy Potato Latkes Bitter Greens & Beet Salad Slow Cooker Brisket with Melty Onions & Chimichurri Sweet Tahini & Date Truffles BY ANNA THEOKTISTO Crispy Potato Latkes Minced garlic adds subtle yum to these spud-tastic pancakes. ACTIVE TIME 35 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 35 MINUTES MAKES ABOUT 24 LATKES 1 medium yellow onion 2 large russet potatoes (about 1½ lb.