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Kibbe or kibbe naye as it’s most commonly known is traditionally eaten raw as a sort of lamb meatloaf. My family has always baked it, which gives it fantastic flavor and texture, as well as peace of mind for those who would rather run into the street than eat raw meat. I will also add […]

Don’t get me wrong, I love regular white rice which typically takes on the flavor of whatever it is surrounded by on a plate. But this citrus black japonica rice can really stand on its own. It’s also really unexpectedly moist with juice from the grapefruit. Serve with fish or chicken when you need to

My husband loves swine. We eat a lot of pork in our household (that’s what she said!) and this recipe is no exception. You can’t eat BBQ all the time – it’s downright unhealthy. But pork loin is lean and very flavorful (if cooked right). Having made this before without any of the seven spice,

“In the summertime, when the weather is hot….” This is a pie for summer. Fresh Strawberries light up as the celebratory ingredient. I usually have to buy excess strawberries as some are lost to my appetite within the cooking process. Be sure to choose berries that are ripe and soft, yet firm. Too ripe and

This was the first salad I even learned how to make and eat growing up. Honestly, it’s really the only true way to eat iceberg lettuce. Serving this as a very cold salad stuffed into warm pita bread with lamb is one of the best tastes in the world. To me, this salad is crucial

Damien eggs are an essential breakfast staple to many Lebanese and middle eastern households. They probably aren’t called “Damien Eggs” but this is a name given by my late grandfather Richard Jabbra to the eggs made with the scooped-out insides of kousas. In the summertime, when these squashes are ripe, they have a very distinct

I know many of you may be thinking, why is she posting a recipe for turkey outside of the Thanksgiving holiday? Well, a few reasons, actually…. Turkey breast is quite a delicious and healthy alternative to chicken breast AND it’s a great meal rotation for spring. Mother’s day is right around the corner. Also, as

Is it just me or are charcuterie boards super fancy and almost unrecognizably fabulous at a restaurant? I can say that from my perspective going to different types of Italian, American, and even Mexican restaurants that all charcuterie boards are not created equal. And that’s a GOOD thing!! This keeps it fresh and fun with

Banana bread is a tried and true classic. Baked fresh and warm right out of the oven some would even call it decadent. But let me tell you, the most decadent version I’ve ever baked is from the kitchen of Chrissy Teigen. Model turned mom turned chef, and controversy aside, Teigen’s recipe for banana bread