What to Eat with Challah (8 Tasty Sides You’ll Enjoy)

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Many people struggle with what to serve as a side dish for their challah. It can be difficult to find a dish that is both tasty and complementary.

But don’t worry, I’ve got a few to share that you’ll love.

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Recently, my friends and I entered a cooking competition held at our local community center. It was all in the name of fun, of course, but we still wanted to win!

I decided to make a few of my best side dishes for challah since I felt confident that they would help give me an edge in the competition.

Wham! It hit me when heard my name announced as the winner.

I was so elated when I found out that my side dish had won the competition. It was a great honor to be recognized among all the amazing entries. To be honest, I knew that my side dish would be a hit with everyone, and I was right! It was so popular that it quickly became a favorite among all of my friends and family.

And, it’s no wonder why!

My dishes are the perfect combination of sweet and savory and they all complement the challa so well. Hence, I thought I’d share my list of side dishes for challah in case you’re ever stuck on what to make for dinner.

Side Dishes for Challah

  1. Creamy Kale Pesto Pasta Bake
  2. Warm Coleslaw Salad
  3. Roasted Cherry Tomato Tart
  4. Roasted Peach and Dulce de Leche Bread Pudding
  5. Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans and Cranberries
  6. Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese
  7. Honey and Jam Crumb Cake
  8. Stuffed Acorn Squash with Apricot Bulgur Pilaf

Creamy Kale Pesto Pasta Bake

Now y’all, I don’t know about you, but when I’m servin’ up a nice big ol’ batch of homemade challah, I like to pair it with somethin’ special on the side. And this Creamy Kale Pesto Pasta Bake is the perfect partner for your braided bread!

The kale pesto brings a nice earthy flavor to contrast the fluffy sweetness of the challah, and the creamy sauce ties it all together.

Not to mention, it’s super easy to prepare. Simply add the uncooked pasta, kale, pesto, and other ingredients to a baking dish and give it a stir. Then, bake it in the oven until the pasta is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.

If you’re looking for a show-stopping side dish that will have your guests asking for seconds, this Creamy Kale Pesto Pasta Bake is it!

Quick Recipe: Creamy Kale Pesto Pasta Bake

  • Ingredients: Pasta, kale, basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, salt, pepper
  • Average Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Instructions:
    1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
    2. Blend kale, basil, garlic, and Parmesan to make pesto.
    3. Mix pesto with heavy cream.
    4. Combine pasta and creamy pesto, then bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.

Warm Coleslaw Salad