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Green Thyme Toast Bread
Toast bread with a wonderful thyme flavor... mmm, it tastes even better with a piece of cream cheese or labneh for breakfast. You have to make it yourself and try it.
Al-Mashatih (Ramadan Flatbreads)
Al-Mashatih are a beloved homemade flatbread with irresistible aroma and flavor. You don't have to wait for Ramadan—make them at home any time!
Knafeh with Toast Bread and Mozzarella
A quick, easy knafeh using sliced sandwich bread and mozzarella — perfect for a fuss‑free breakfast or dessert. Serve with sugar syrup (qatra).
Manakeesh Dough (Flatbread Dough)
A wonderful homemade manakeesh dough. This versatile dough also works for lahmacun, pizza, pastries and even bread. Easy and reliable.
How to Make Lebanese Bread
Homemade Lebanese bread done right! This bread is perfect for breakfast, for wrapping falafel and shawarma sandwiches, or for eating with ful medames, whole chickpeas, or tahini. It goes beautifully with just about any Lebanese meal :)
Anise and Nigella Seed Cookies
Homemade anise cookies—easy and delicious. Anise gives the cookies a wonderful flavor. Best enjoyed with tea.
Communion Bread (Khubz al-Qurban)
Communion bread served at church for both sorrowful and joyful occasions. You won’t find this recipe on many sites... Sho Tabkhin Al-Youm makes sure to give you every recipe you need for any occasion.
Musakhan Chicken with Saj Bread or Tortilla
Musakhan-style chicken is a beloved, distinctive dish from Palestinian cuisine. This recipe is very easy and delicious — suitable as an appetizer or as a main course. Enjoy!
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.
Baqaat Dough with Black Seed
Baqaat are one of the most delicious types of pastries, famous in the Lebanese countryside! They’re delicious with labneh, and you can also spread za'atar or cheese on them before baking them in the oven, just like mana'eesh.
How to Make Mashatih Bread
Mashatih is a popular type of pastry in Lebanon, especially at the suhoor table during the holy month of Ramadan. If cracked wheat is not available among the ingredients for mashatih, you can replace it with fine bulgur.
How to Make Soft Samoon Bread
How to make soft samoon bread! A wonderful, well-tested recipe that will be a lovely addition to your table, whether for a delicious breakfast or a light dinner.
Authentic Samoon Bread Without Eggs
Authentic samoon bread without eggs is truly one of the most successful recipes... You’ll get professional results and bread that looks just like what you buy from the bakery, if not better!
Cinnamon Babka Bread
Cinnamon babka bread is an irresistible recipe, not only for its beautiful shape but also for its wonderful aroma that will fill the home! Give it a try.
How to Make Baguette Bread
How to make baguette (Western-style) bread with a tried-and-true homemade recipe. The secret to success is fermentation: the longer the dough rests, the better the baguette.
How to Make Ramadan Bread
Nothing whets the appetite more than the aroma of fresh bread wafting through the kitchen. Here is this tried-and-true recipe for Ramadan bread, a favorite with the whole family.
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.
Chocolate Honeycomb Bread
Chocolate honeycomb bread can be served for breakfast or as a dessert. Here is the recipe in full detail. You’ll definitely love it because the dough stays soft, and the kids will ask for it again and again.

















