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Grape Molasses Cookies
A wonderful and easy recipe for grape molasses cookies! What makes these cookies special is that they contain no added sugar and rely entirely on the sweetness of the molasses. We recommend trying this recipe.
How to Make the Best Homemade Falafel
A tried-and-true homemade falafel recipe with clear, step-by-step preparation details. No need to buy falafel anymore—making them at home is easier than ever with the Sho Tabkhin Today cooks.
Orange-Soaked Thursday Cookies
A simple home recipe for Thursday cookies (also known as Eid cookies). Regardless of the name, these cookies are among the tastiest and most popular in the Arab world. You can adjust the thickness to yield soft or crisp cookies.
Date Syrup Cookies
Date syrup cookies are a delicious, easy-to-make cookie that will not disappoint. You can substitute grape molasses if you prefer.
Maqrouta (Date-filled Cookies) with Olive Oil and Walnuts
Here is the maqrouta, or date-filled cookies, with walnuts and prepared at home very simply; this is a favorite date cookie that can make a lovely gift for a lunch or dinner invitation.
How to Make the Best Shish Barak
Shish barak is a traditional dish with roots in Turkish cuisine. Some people enjoy it with rice, while others serve it with rice mujaddara. How do you serve it?
How to Make the Best Pizza
A homemade pizza recipe that always turns out delicious. You always ask for the perfect soft pizza dough or a special homemade sauce — this recipe gives you both in one. You can also use the dough for different kinds of pastries.
Ginger Cookies, Ginger Man
Homemade ginger cookies with a successful, delicious recipe and a sharp ginger flavor. Let’s learn how to make these tender, crumbly biscuits.
How to Make Sahlab
Sahlab — one of the best hot drinks to enjoy in cold weather. It's easy to make, and the flavor isn't complete without a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.
How to Make the Best French Macarons
Macarons have simple ingredients but require precision. Try this recipe to master macarons, and once you succeed you can experiment with flavors beyond chocolate.
Nutella Cookies
Three ingredients only, and you’ll have the tastiest cookies and the best treats! Try this recipe when you’re short on time or ingredients, and you’ll be glad you did.
Lancashire Cookies
A simple, tested Lancashire biscuit recipe you can make at home. You can choose colors or flavors to add to the dough to tailor Lancashire biscuits to your taste.
Molasses Finger Cookies
Molasses finger cookies — a fantastic recipe that replaces some sugar with molasses (date or grape molasses) to make delicious cookies. Easy and made with common pantry ingredients.
Assorted Maamoul Cookies
Maamoul cookies... very delicious at any time, especially for special and public occasions. Here's how to make assorted Maamoul cookies with dates, pistachios, and walnuts.
How to Make the Easiest Tart
The easiest and best tart recipe to make at home, reliably successful. It doesn’t take long to prepare a strawberry-tart version, and you can decorate with any available fruit or whatever you prefer.
Cardamom Cookies
Cardamom cookies are a wonderful recipe that cardamom lovers will adore for its bold flavor and aroma. Easy to make with a few ingredients and guaranteed results—give them a try.
How do I make rice pudding?
How do I make rice pudding? It may sound simple, but rice pudding needs patience and a very low heat to get the best result. Here is the authentic method.
Butter Cookies (Biscuit)
Butter cookies — a classic, beloved biscuit. Easy and affordable to make at home with simple, common ingredients.

















