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Easy Qatayef Batter
A very easy qatayef batter you can make at home — no need to buy premade batter. Full instructions plus a link to make the cream filling.
Lentil Kibbeh (Kibbeh 'Adas)
Lentil kibbeh is a simple, inexpensive dish from southern Lebanon. Its ingredients are found in every Lebanese home and at any time. It’s a healthy, nourishing meal that leaves you feeling full because it’s made with lentils and bulgur.
Easy Strawberry Jam
Strawberry jam — one of the tastiest and simplest jams to make. Use it in desserts and cakes. Learn this very easy method.
Kibbeh in Yogurt (Kibbeh bil Laban)
Kibbeh in yogurt is an excellent summer dish. It’s served cold and becomes even more refreshing when chilled. You can use raw, fried, or even grilled kibbeh in the yogurt, and in any case it won’t take long to cook.
Chocolate Sfoof
Chocolate Sfoof — why not serve sfoof with chocolate instead of the traditional version? The base recipe is great, but this one is worth trying too, especially since kids love chocolate.
How to Make Charlotte Dessert
Charlotte is one of the well-known desserts in the Arab world because it is easy to make and delicious. You can prepare Charlotte ahead of time and keep it in the freezer until serving.
Easy Honeycomb Bread with Syrup
Honeycomb bread is one of the most requested bakes! For dessert or breakfast... sweet or savory? How do you like it? Here is this tried-and-true method.
Easy Spinach Stew
Spinach stew is one of the tastiest and easiest stews to make, not to mention how quick it is to prepare as long as the spinach has already been washed! The challenge in this recipe is washing the spinach well; the rest is done in no time!
How to Make Lasagna with Ground Beef
Homemade lasagna with a guaranteed delicious flavor. It’s important to let it sit for 1 to 2 hours before baking so the lasagna sheets can absorb the sauce, since they are not pre-cooked.
Brioche with Raisins and Coconut
Brioche with raisins and coconut — a recipe we recommend trying now. The raisin-and-coconut combination is delicious, and the dough is very easy to make.
How to Make Baklava Dough
Baklava dough — a 100% successful homemade recipe. This dough is used for many sweets, including baklava, Zanoud al-Sitt, Warda al-Sham, Shaibiyat and more.
Brownies
Brownies — one of the best and most famous chocolate cakes. Here’s a precise recipe. Top them with chocolate syrup, chopped almonds or any chocolate you like. Kids will jump for joy when they see this cake :)
Basbousa with Toffee
Basbousa with toffee — a rich, delicious twist on coconut basbousa. The cake is soaked or served with toffee sauce as desired.
Stuffed Grape Leaves with Vegetables
Stuffed grape leaves with vegetables, with olive oil, or vegan—call it what you like, the result is the same! One of the tastiest dishes from the famous Lebanese kitchen, known for its wonderful appetizers and dishes, including this one :)
Strawberry Jam
An easy strawberry jam recipe with clear, detailed steps and every little detail included. Try it — the kids will love it! Nothing beats this jam with butter at breakfast or as a dessert.
Flaky Pie with Meat and Potato Filling
A very special flaky pie recipe with several detailed steps. The dough is quick and easy to prepare, especially since it does not need to rise!
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.
Pan-Fried Potato Patties
Pan-fried potato patties made with an easy, no-fuss recipe... a practical, quick recipe, and best of all, it doesn't need an oven :) Enjoy the potatoes with cheese alongside soup or salad.

















