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Apple Cake
Desserts
85 minExpert

Apple Cake

Apple cake is one of the tastiest and lightest cake recipes. Serve apple cake with coffee or tea for an elegant and delicious treat.

Turkish Lentil Soup
Soups and stews
75 minMedium

Turkish Lentil Soup

Turkish lentil soup... A fresh take on lentil soup, this time inspired by Turkish cuisine. Try this lentil soup with a squeeze of lemon juice and you'll be impressed.

Rice Pudding
Desserts
70 minExpert

Rice Pudding

Rice pudding is a sweet and easy classic with pantry-friendly ingredients. Try this non-traditional method for a creamy, comforting rice pudding.

Rwani Cake
Desserts
35 minMedium

Rwani Cake

Rwani Cake is a delicious cake named for its syrupy soak. Try this easy recipe that guides you step by step to a memorable, tender cake.

Crispy Calamari with Peppers and Soy Sauce
Sauces and dips
55 minHard

Crispy Calamari with Peppers and Soy Sauce

Fried calamari tossed with peppers and a soy sauce glaze—a luxurious seafood starter you can easily make at home.

Caramel Custard
Desserts
50 minExpert

Caramel Custard

Caramel custard is a delicious, popular dessert. Try this easy recipe with pantry ingredients and enjoy the creamy result.

Kibbeh in Yogurt
Rice and grains
60 minExpert

Kibbeh in Yogurt

A beloved Lebanese classic: Kibbeh cooked in yogurt, with options for goat or cow yogurt. The recipe details both versions.

How to Make Kunafa with Cheese at Home
Desserts
30 minExpert

How to Make Kunafa with Cheese at Home

From A to Z, this recipe guides you step by step to make cheese kunafa the Lebanese way... two recipes in one: first, how to prepare the kunafa dough shreds, then how to make kunafa with cheese and syrup.

Bitter Orange Jam - with Photos
Preserves and pickles
50 minHard

Bitter Orange Jam - with Photos

This recipe for making bitter orange jam, or aranj, takes a little time, but the result will be more than satisfying. Bitter orange, aranj, bu safir, or whatever you call it, this is a delicious jam worth trying.

Date Fingers and Date Cookies
Desserts
30 minHard

Date Fingers and Date Cookies

Date cookies or date fingers are among the most delicious sweets. This easy, quick recipe will have you making date cookies at home every time instead of buying them ready-made.

Sfoof
Cold drinks
30 minMedium

Sfoof

There are dozens of different ways to make sfoof, and most of them are delicious and easy. We recommend trying this version, which includes orange juice.

Orange Cake
Desserts
100 minMedium

Orange Cake

When you bake orange cake, its aroma will fill your home and you’ll be eager to cut and eat it. A wonderful, easy, and delicious recipe.

Thyme Breadsticks with Labneh Dip - Video
Breads and flatbreads
40 minEasy

Thyme Breadsticks with Labneh Dip - Video

We sometimes use toast bread to make kunafa or sandwiches, and skip the crusts. With this easy and tasty recipe you won't waste any toast bread today.

Fake Kunafa Without Kneading with Toast - Video
Breads and flatbreads
80 minExpert

Fake Kunafa Without Kneading with Toast - Video

A quick, fuss-free kunafa inspired dessert that uses toasted bread instead of traditional kataifi pastry.

Pineapple Cake
Desserts
55 minHard

Pineapple Cake

Pineapple cake isn’t just sweet; it’s also elegant in appearance. Present this pineapple cake at your special occasions to wow guests.

Fried Awamat (Arab Doughnuts)
Desserts
30 minMedium

Fried Awamat (Arab Doughnuts)

Fried awamat are incredibly delicious sweets. Try this easy recipe from Norma's Kitchen, and you’ll love them and want to make them again.

Baqlah with Spinach and Chard
Rice and grains
65 minHard

Baqlah with Spinach and Chard

Baqlah is a well-known southern Lebanese dish built on greens cooked with coarse bulgur. In this version we make it with spinach and chard, for a delicious, nourishing, and healthy meal.

Pumpkin Jam Without Calcium
Preserves and pickles
40 minHard

Pumpkin Jam Without Calcium

Pumpkin jam (pumpkin preserve) is a seasonal favorite. This version skips calcium and uses starch instead.

Swiss Roll (Roll Cake)
Desserts
50 minMedium

Swiss Roll (Roll Cake)

There are many Swiss roll recipes, but this one is tested, easy, and we recommend making it yourself. It's important not to leave the Swiss roll in the oven for too long so you can fill and roll it easily later.

Homemade Crepe Batter
Desserts
30 minHard

Homemade Crepe Batter

There is no child on Earth who doesn't love pancakes or crepes. Make this easy and delicious crepe batter recipe for your kids to put a smile on their faces.

Macarons or Zeinab's Fingers
Desserts
30 minHard

Macarons or Zeinab's Fingers

There are different recipes and names for macarons or Zeinab's Fingers. We guarantee you will love this homemade, tasty recipe.

Date-filled Ghraibah Fingers
Breads and flatbreads
70 minMedium

Date-filled Ghraibah Fingers

A new and very nice way to present date-filled Ghraibah fingers. Try this easy and clear method but don’t leave them in the oven too long so they stay soft.

Vegetable Mafroukeh, or Sfesouf
Vegetarian mains
30 minEasy

Vegetable Mafroukeh, or Sfesouf

Nothing beats a generous bowl of fresh vegetables! This recipe for mafroukeh, also called sfesouf, is delicious, easy to prepare, and you’ll want to make it again after trying it for the first time.

Tuna Loaf
Cold drinks
30 minEasy

Tuna Loaf

Tuna loaf is a delicious, easy-to-make recipe that can be prepared for special occasions and family gatherings. It tastes great, looks beautiful, and only requires a little care when assembling the ingredients.