Tabbouleh (or Tabouli) is a brilliant and refreshingly delicious combination of vegetables, herbs, and whole grain, creating a powerhouse of nutrition in one simple dish. It may sound unusual or exotic, but believe me, it is easy to prepare and you will appreciate the ingenious use of whole grain wheat and the nutritional herb that … Read more
Years ago my Grandmother Sarah prepared a small collection of her favorite recipes from which several cousins created a treasured cookbook for all of our family to enjoy. As I opened her cookbook recently, right there on page five was her recipe for fatayer or meat pastry. Welcome to my home as I share my … Read more
Pizza is a perfect gathering food. It’s simple, fun and honestly, who doesn’t love it? Invite your friends over to make pizza and share a little pizza love. You don’t need a reason other than enjoying each other’s company. Open a bottle of wine and enjoy the process of cooking together. I recently hosted a … Read more
The classic treat of buttery popcorn is hard to improve on but many popcorn lovers with adventurous taste buds have attempted to do just that. With all the flavor combinations out there to choose from, gourmet popcorn flavorings can be confusing and pricey. Once you’ve chosen your ideal popcorn kernel, the flavoring options might feel … Read more
Family Favorites: Italian Chili, Minestrone, and Beef Stew Investing in a slow cooker is a purchase you will not regret. They are stress relievers by design. These quiet little workers make hectic lives much more efficient. Cook, serve and travel with your slow cooker. They are perfect appliances to prepare and share hot soups, stews, … Read more
So, you have a meat marinade injector. What should you actually inject into your meat? I’m going to give you a few ideas. Injected marinades can accomplish several things. They can help maintain moisture, tenderize and add flavor. I assembled a little family tasting party in order to prepare a thoughtful marinade recipe for you. … Read more
While it is true that anything that a rice cooker can do, you can do without it, using one makes your life so much easier that you really should have one even if you only eat rice every other week. In fact, I am so excited about how much easier cooking dinner is, if you … Read more
