When it comes to Jewish foods, an everything bagel with a shmear of cream cheese is unquestionably my holy grail—it’s bready, creamy, and full of allium flavor.
The only downside to everything bagels with cream cheese? While they make perfect breakfast, brunch, and even lunch fare, they’re just not socially acceptable as a dinner food (despite what my 5-year-old might claim). You simply can’t invite a group of friends over and present them with a glorified bread basket for dinner.
