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Savory Cake with Cheese and Thyme
A delicious homemade savory cake with cheese and thyme... for breakfast, as a snack, or even for suhoor. This savory cake is very practical and much faster and easier than pastries.
Thin, Crispy Maakaroun
A distinctive homemade maakaroun recipe that is crispy and easy to make! The secret to the crunch is shaping it thinly. Here is the detailed method!
How to Make Kamouna (Kibbeh Spice Mix)
Kamouna is fine bulgur mixed with herbs and spices; recipes vary slightly from cook to cook. It's wonderfully flavorful and adds a strong punch to dishes it’s used in.
How to Make Potato Mafraka
Potato Mafraka is an easy, quick-to-prepare recipe—very tasty and suitable for children and adults. The ingredients are simple and inexpensive.
Kabsa with Meat and Chicken
Kabsa with meat and chicken — a delicious rice recipe. A practical rice-and-vegetable dish that everyone loves. Can be made using the chicken or meat cooking liquid. Garnished with nuts.
Milk Ka'ak (Milk Cakes)
Milk ka'ak — a wonderful, easy and well-tested home recipe. We recommend making these milk cakes for guests or to pack in your children's school lunchboxes.
How to Make the Best Ka'ak
A tested, guaranteed homemade ka'ak recipe! This treat goes by many names—Ka'ak al-Khamis, al-Marqad, or Eid ka'ak—but what matters is that it’s the most delicious version.
Mashed Potatoes with Green Za'atar
An inventive twist on mashed potatoes—mixed with green za'atar for a fresh, herby flavor. Serve with tart pomegranate seeds and vinegar-flavored chips for a delightful contrast.
How to Make Kamouna Spice Blend
Kamouna spice blend is a richly flavored mix that gives kibbeh and faraqa their distinctive taste. The Kamouna mix can be kept vegetarian, using only tomatoes, onions, and olive oil.
Kabuli Rice (Kabli Rice)
Kabli (Kabuli) Rice is a well-known dish in Saudi cuisine, alongside dishes like Machboos and Kabsa. This healthy variation skips heavy meats and fats.
Beehive Cake with Cheese and Thyme - Video
What’s to stop the traditional beehive bread from becoming a two-tier cake filled with cheese and thyme? A great idea, especially for children’s birthday parties :)
Eggplant Moussaka
What sets the "What Are You Cooking Today" collection apart is that we learn a new method every day, whether for a recipe we have never tried before or a traditional one with a special touch... In this collection, every recipe has been tried and prepared by home cooks, so anyone can make it with confidence that it will turn out well. We tried this quick and easy eggplant moussaka, but we swapped fried eggplant for roasted eggplant, and that choice is up to you and your preferred diet.
Farakah
One of the most famous Lebanese dishes... and when #kibbeh or #farakah is served, there is no room for any other dish... Some may be surprised by eating raw meat, but this dish has become part of Lebanese heritage, with its own traditional way of preparation...
Pizza Rolls
Pizza is one of the tastiest baked goods, usually made in large pans or as small mini pieces—but have you ever tried pizza rolls? The dough is the same, but the shaping is different, which makes these rolls look more distinctive.
Homemade Pizza
Homemade pizza just the way you like it — control the toppings however you wish. Some prefer it vegetarian, others add meat. Make the dough as directed in the recipe for a guaranteed success!
How to Make Grilled Tikka Chicken
Tikka chicken is one of the tastiest grilled chicken dishes. Try this easy homemade recipe, and note that marinating the chicken overnight will deepen the flavors and help keep it tender.
How to Make Fried Chicken Gizzards
Cooking chicken gizzards may be a simple task, but it requires precision and speed so that we do not notice any unpleasant chicken smell. Try this tested method and you will surely love it.
Kawaj with Vegetables and Meat
From Syrian cuisine, and specifically from the beautiful, lively city of Tartus, comes this special recipe for kawaj!

















