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Creamy Pasta Casserole
Creamy pasta is a super-tasty, practical French-style dish. You can add cheese and chicken or leave it vegetarian — either way it makes a rich, satisfying meal.
Tortilla Rolls with Mortadella
Tasty tortilla rolls filled with mortadella and cheese — an easy appetizer or quick breakfast. Great for kids’ school lunches. Also includes links to homemade tortilla and mortadella recipes.
Carrot and Cinnamon Cake
A very tasty, easy and nourishing carrot-and-cinnamon cake. Grated carrot keeps the cake moist. Decorate with Kiri cream cheese frosting.
Eggless Tiramisu
Eggless tiramisu — a simple, light version of tiramisu suitable for those who prefer not to use eggs. Layers of cream and Philadelphia-style cream cheese with coffee-soaked biscuits and cocoa on top.
Authentic French Baguette
An authentic French baguette recipe with tips for success and instructions for a pre-ferment (pâte fermentée). Enjoy warm baguettes at breakfast with cheeses, jams, and spreads.
Red Velvet Cake Recipe
Red velvet cake, or the iconic red velvet cake, is one of the most famous and beloved cakes today. You can decorate it with cream cheese frosting, or dust with cocoa powder, or use any topping you prefer.
Maajouqa with Cheese (Maajouqa)
Maajouqa is a well-known traditional treat in Tripoli, northern Lebanon. It doesn’t require many ingredients or much time to make, but its taste and aroma linger in children’s memories for years.
Light Orange Cake
We are publishing a series of light recipes suitable for those who want to watch their weight... Today, straight from the #WhatAreYouCookingToday kitchen, we bring you this light orange cake recipe.
Cheesy Potato Patties
A successful, delicious homemade recipe for cheesy potato patties — everyone will love them. Potatoes and cheese pair perfectly, here with two types of cheese.
Date Maqrouta (Delicious Date Pastries)
Date maqrouta is one of the tastiest date sweets. The method is simple but there are a few important details explained in the recipe. Enjoy!
Shreebia with Cream (Cream-Filled Pastry)
A simple, practical guide to making cream-filled Shreebiya pastries. You can control sweetness by adjusting the syrup after baking.
How to Make Lahm Bi Ajeen
Lahm bi ajeen is one of the tastiest pastries, and there are many different seasoning variations. Try this recipe for lahm bi ajeen, and serve it with yogurt and lemon for a special and delicious breakfast.
German Bread with Dried Fruits
A very special German bread with dried fruits, made in the authentic style of German cuisine, which is rich in pastries and sweets. Try it and let us know what you think.
Potato Purée Casserole (Soufflé) with Ground Beef
Oven-baked potato purée casserole — very easy and loved by everyone. Some like to top it with breadcrumbs or cheese, but this recipe is different. Discover it!
Indian Puri (Fried Bread) with Korma Sauce
Puri — a popular Indian fried bread. Traditionally served with grilled spiced chicken, it’s also delicious with dairy, cheeses, or other dishes. This recipe includes an Indian korma sauce to serve alongside.
How to Make Mashatih Bread
Mashatih bread is a thick, hearty loaf perfect for breakfast, served with dairy, cheeses, and jams. Why not surprise your family by making it at home and serving it warm and freshly baked? Here is a delicious Mashatih bread recipe.
How to Make Ramadan Suhoor Mashateeh
A very delicious and very popular pastry, especially during the blessed month of Ramadan. Mashateeh are an important part of the suhoor table, served with labneh and cheeses.
Layali Qamar al-Din
Layali Qamar al-Din, also known as baloza, is a popular dessert especially during the holy month of Ramadan, since it is a special recipe that works well after iftar or as a suhoor meal.

















