Make Ahead Melaveh Malkah

THERE’S NOTHING quite like a Motzaei Shabbos get-together. The vibe is relaxed, the food is fun, and with Shabbos ending so early, it’s something to look forward to. The thing is, we just put away our cholent pots and are in no way ready to cook up another storm. Thankfully, Rivky’s here with some incredible recipes that can be made in advance, so you can put away your cooking utensils — until Sunday at least. Feel free to host from the comfort of your chair while you enjoy Melaveh Malkah with your family or guests.

Tip: When making a Melaveh Malkah, organization is key. All these recipes can be semi-prepped before Shabbos and then put together later.  Read through the entire recipe and prep whatever you can in advance to be a calm hostess on Motzaei Shabbos.

No-Rise Flaky Crescent Rolls

No aroma can beat that of fresh bread baking in the oven, and these crescents taste even better than they smell. Hopefully, you’re prepping to start baking your own batch right about now, and it will be ready to be enjoyed in just 30 minutes!

YIELDS 16 ROLLS

• 1 cup warm water
• ⅓ cup oil
• ¼ cup sugar
• 2 Tbsp dry yeast
• 1 egg
• 1 Tbsp margarine, softened
• 1 Tbsp kosher salt
• 3¼ cups flour

Filling

• ½ cup olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• ⅛ tsp kosher salt
• zest of ½ lemon
• 2 Tbsp za’atar or sumac (or 1 Tbsp each)

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.