It’s like a party in a pot! What’s better than soup on a cold day in winter? Sometimes, I come home late from work and when it’s cold outside I am not sure what to cook for my family to warm them up. I usually open the fridge to look at what I have that I can throw together into…
Savory stuffed eggplant with a creamy red sauce. My mouth is watering just thinking about it! My first time tasting Sheikh al Mah’shee is a fond memory for me. I was in middle school at the time, and my friend Maha had invited me to her house for lunch, after a long day at school. In the Middle East, lunch…
Creamy mushroom stew with a nutty kick and basil filled aroma. The perfect 30-min meal for any winter night. When I found out my daughters were lactose intolerant, I wanted to create creamy meals that suited all members of my family. This delicious dish is quick and easy to make! Without meat, it takes a short 30 minutes to…
A creamy eggplant dish paired with the rich flavorful combo of tomatoes and spices. My children love vegetables, some more than others. Eggplant is a loved vegetable in my family because it’s versatile. There are many traditional Middle Eastern dishes that use eggplant as the main ingredient. Moussaka is well known all over the Middle East and made differently…
A hearty dish for any potato lover! At first glance, this may look like a version of American mashed potatoes. However, unlike mashed potatoes, Palestinian potato salad is a very hearty and healthy side dish. With its zesty kick and herb filled flavor, this side dish is a great addition to any seafood and BBQ meals. Watch me make…
One of the world’s healthiest foods in a delicious stew. Popeye would approve! You don’t often hear of children loving their green vegetables, and especially not spinach. When I first became a mother, friends told me stories of how they made sure they had their children watch shows like Popeye to show their kids how important it was to eat…
Deliciously light, flaky and savory pastry. A quick an easy meal for any weeknight. No cooking expertise needed! You don’t need to be a chef or cook to put this meal together. It’s quick. It’s easy. It requires simple ingredients, but tastes amazing! Whether you’re a mother or college student, this is a meal anyone can put together on any…