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Local Mountain Green Beans in Oil
Badria green beans are what they’re called in Lebanon when the beans are mountain-grown and in season in summer. These beans are known for having lots of pods and a wonderful flavor.
Delicious Anise Cake
Anise cake topped with sesame seeds and powdered sugar, which makes it even richer in flavor and beautiful in appearance! Anise is exactly what we need today for its calming benefits :)
How to Make Maghmour (Moussaka) — Eggplant Stew
Maghmour (moussaka) is a classic eggplant dish made with chickpeas, onion, garlic and tomatoes. Very tasty, especially when served chilled.
Balah al-Sham (Deep-Fried Syrup Pastries)
Balah al-Sham — a classic Levantine sweet. Very tasty and easy to make. The dough is fried in cold oil (a key tip for success). Read the steps carefully and prepare delicious balah al-sham.
How to Make Stuffed Cabbage
Stuffed cabbage is one of the most delicious types of mahshi (stuffed dishes). The filling is similar to other stuffed vegetables. You can add pieces of meat under the cabbage leaves at the bottom of the pot for extra richness.
Easy Quick Cheese Halawa (Halawet el-Jibn)
A quick cheese sweet you can make in about five minutes. This recipe proves you can make delicious desserts at home with minimal ingredients and effort.
Delicious Coconut Cake
Coconut cake is one of the tastiest dry cakes. Here is a successful recipe — and don’t forget to generously sprinkle shredded coconut on top!
Sannouniya (Siliqa) — Boiled Hulled Wheat with Nuts
Sannouniya (also called Sanniniya or Siliqa) — boiled hulled wheat sweetened and topped with nuts and pomegranate. Traditionally prepared when a child's first tooth appears.
Bûche de Noël with Chocolate Cream, No Butter
A precise homemade Bûche de Noël with chocolate cream—so delicious, and without butter, so you get a beautiful bûche cake at lower cost and with less richness.
Chicken Musakhan with Saj Bread
Chicken musakhan is a delicious, easy recipe made with a few simple, budget-friendly ingredients! We also recommend using pre-boiled chicken you may have on hand and not know what to do with—musakhan is definitely the answer.
Stuffed and Oven-Roasted Chicken
Chicken stuffed with rice, minced meat and peas, then roasted in the oven — the top dish for any special meal. Enjoy this delicious recipe with family and guests.
Italian Biscotti (No Butter)
A lovely homemade Italian-style biscuit without butter, oil or yeast. Light and ideal for dunking in tea or milk.
Light Fluffy Cake
A light, fluffy cake made with simple ingredients. Whipping the yolks and whites separately and using butter instead of oil gives this cake an extra delicate texture.
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.
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.
Easy Ghareeba Cookies
Ghreiba is among the best and most delicious Eastern desserts. Try this easy ghareeba recipe; bake just enough so they melt in your mouth.
Small Homemade Bread
A wonderful method for making small homemade bread. Prepare this bread to serve elegantly with a variety of salads, appetizers, or small meals.
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.

















