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Macaroni with Yogurt and Ground Beef
Macaroni in yogurt with ground beef and pine nuts on top — a dish you'll enjoy in hot weather. It's easy and quick to prepare.
Fine Rice Pudding
Fine rice pudding — a simple, quick, and nourishing dessert loved by both children and adults. Serve it to guests and it’s sure to be a hit.
Zucchini Stuffed in Yogurt
Zucchini stuffed in yogurt is an easy, light, and very tasty recipe. The zucchinis are filled with rice and minced meat, cooked in yogurt, and flavored with a sauté of crushed garlic and dried mint. Delicious.
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.
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.
Koshari (Egyptian Lentil, Rice & Pasta Dish)
Koshari is one of the most famous dishes in Egyptian cuisine. It centers on lentils, rice, and pasta, but the accompanying sauces bring bold, distinctive flavors that suit a range of tastes.
Ablma Stuffed Zucchini in Yogurt
Ablma in yogurt — one of the tastiest and lightest zucchini dishes. You can make it with goat or cow yogurt according to taste; cooked yogurt is delicious either way.
How to Make Hala Al-Ruz (Rice Dessert)
An easy Hala Al-Ruz recipe made with commonly available ingredients. You can garnish it as you like with nuts or lemon-blossom (zahr) water.
How to Make the Best Rice Pudding
Rice pudding is one of the tastiest and lightest desserts, and it could not be easier to make. Some people add pouring cream, while others prefer the traditional way our grandmothers made it. Which do you prefer?
Peas and Rice Stew
Most stews rely on garlic and coriander, but this pea stew is nontraditional and leaves coriander to taste. It uses lamb neck and classic vegetables for a hearty dish.
How to Make Kousa bil Laban (Zucchini in Yogurt)
Kousa bil laban, like other yogurt-based dishes, is very distinctive and delicious. It takes some time to prepare because it’s made in stages, but the family will be delighted with this wonderful recipe—especially since we add some pieces of meat!
How to Make Chicken Kabsa
Chicken Kabsa comes from the Gulf region, rich in rice-based dishes. This recipe is practical and easy to make with readily available ingredients, and pairs well with salad and yogurt.
Tomato Soup with Rice and Chicken
There's nothing tastier than a comforting soup on cold winter days. Tomato soup with chicken is one of the most nourishing soups, especially when you're sick or under the weather. Try this non-traditional version—we hope you enjoy it.
Maquda (Laban Amu)
Maquda, called Laban Amu in parts of southern Lebanon, also known as Shakriyeh with rice — a delicious yogurt-based dish with boiled meat and small onions, served with rice and vermicelli.
Stuffed Zucchini in Yogurt (Kousa Mahshi bil-Laban)
A family-friendly, very tasty dish. Can be served hot or cold — especially refreshing when served chilled.
Namoura with Yogurt
Namoura with yogurt is a special, successful, and easy recipe we recommend trying. It is important to let the namoura rest for 3 hours before baking and for 3 hours after baking as well.
Freekeh with Meat
Freekeh with meat is one of the most delicious recipes, and it can also be prepared with chicken. Who makes it with rice? Here is this method with rice for making the tastiest freekeh dish.
How to Make Bone-In Lamb Leg
Bone-in lamb leg roasted in the oven with vegetables. This is a very delicious recipe that will outshine every other dish on the table! It is a must for special occasions and banquets, and it can also be served with rice.

















