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Kunafa with Mozzarella
Kunafa with mozzarella cheese — an easy homemade version. Served for breakfast or as a dessert. The recipe also links to the original kunafa cake method.
How to Make Cheese Borek
Cheese borek are loved as a light, delicious appetizer. Fillings and pastry sheets vary, but the tasty result remains the same. Here is a tasty cheese borek recipe.
Bulgur Dumplings in Yogurt
Zanakel bi-laban, also called zaqaliit bi-laban in some Lebanese regions, varies in name from one area to another, but the preparation is similar: small bulgur balls cooked in yogurt.
Cheese Sweet with Pistachios
Cheese sweet with pistachios is one of those traditional desserts we often used to buy ready-made, but with these easy recipes from the ladies of Sho Tbakheen El Youm, there’s no need for store-bought sweets anymore — just homemade goodness.
How to Make the Best Pizza
A homemade pizza recipe that always turns out delicious. You always ask for the perfect soft pizza dough or a special homemade sauce — this recipe gives you both in one. You can also use the dough for different kinds of pastries.
Halawet el-Jibn (Sweet Cheese) with Mozzarella
Halawet el-jibn with mozzarella — a much-loved sweet that’s easier to make than you think. The recipe also includes an easy method to make qreeshah (curd) at home.
How to Make Turkish Pies
Turkish cuisine is known for many delicious recipes. This recipe for Turkish pies with kebab, pizza, or cheese filling is very tasty, and we recommend trying it.
Cheese and Vegetable Rolls
Appetizers are the sparkle of the table, and these rolls are especially popular and sought after. Here’s how to make cheese and vegetable rolls (or wrappers). Simple fillings, and a very tasty result!
Hareesa with Cream and Mozzarella
A wonderful hareesa made with cream, this time with mozzarella cheese. Try this special and new version of hareesa with cream and cheese and you’re sure to love it.
Sambousek Stuffed with Beef
Sambousek stuffed with beef is one of the tastiest pastries and a delicious appetizer to serve with soups and fattoush. You can use this dough and fill it with meat, vegetables, or cheese. Enjoy!
How to Make Homemade Cheese Halawa
Cheese halawa… a tried-and-true homemade and delicious recipe as always for cheese halawa. Inside the recipe you’ll find a link to the method for making cream to stuff the halawa. Bon appétit!
Orange Cheesecake Recipe
Cheesecake makes a wonderful dessert option. Here is a refreshing and delicious orange cheesecake recipe! Try it and share your thoughts.
How to Make Manakish
Manakish! Who doesn’t love these wonderful pastries? Manakish dough is known for being used with a variety of fillings, such as cheese, za'atar, meat, and kishk, among others. Here, you’ll find a detailed method for making the dough and a selection of fillings.
Easy Zanoud Al-Sitt
Zanoud Al-Sitt made with filo pastry — very easy and quick. The recipe includes how to make the qashta (clotted cream). Garnish with crushed pistachios or a splash of orange blossom and enjoy fresh.
Apple Pockets or German Apple Pastries
Apfel Taschen, or apple pie pockets in German. A different kind of recipe, and you can use the photos in the gallery to see how to cut and shape these delicious pockets.
Cheese Halawa in Cups
Cheese halawa in cups presented like tiramisu — the same wonderful cheese halawa recipe but served with style. A few small touches make a big difference :)
Chocolate Ice Cream or Booza
This chocolate ice cream recipe is irresistible... easier than you’d think! Try the method now and cool off with delicious homemade chocolate booza!
Oreo Cheesecake
Homemade Oreo cheesecake, made the proper way and absolutely delicious. It tastes just like what you’d find in a pâtisserie. Enjoy its lovely texture and wonderful flavor with this recipe.