Home Cooking Recipes

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Çiğ Köfte (Turkish Vegan Meatballs)

Originally a rich meat-based dish, çiğ köfte has transformed into a beloved vegan specialty. Traditionally, raw minced meat was kneaded with spices and bulgur, using a unique hand-rubbing technique over...

Feyza Kirmaci

February 19, 2025

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Sweet Cornbread

Dessert

My childhood dessert! Baked by Granny in the brot (the small oven of the stove in the summer kitchen), which sometimes gave her trouble because it didn’t bake evenly and...

Diana Oana

February 18, 2025

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Easter Chocolate Egg Brownies

Nothing says Easter indulgence quite like these Chocolate Egg Brownies! With a rich, fudgy texture and deep cocoa flavor, these brownies are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. The batter...

Diana Oana

February 14, 2025

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Hashweh Rice: Middle Eastern Rice w/ Ground Beef & Yogurt Sauce

Experience the bold flavors of the Middle East with this aromatic rice and spiced ground beef dish. Fluffy, cardamom-infused rice is tossed with seasoned ground beef (or lamb), peas, and...

Mia Florea

February 13, 2025

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Savory Cheese & Spinach Layered Loaf

What to do with leftover cheese after the holidays, Easter brunches or your epic cheese board from a wine night? If you’re left with more cheese than you know what...

Elena-Greta Apostol

February 12, 2025

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Roasted Zucchini Rolls with Shrimp & Cheese

Appetizer

This appetizer is perfect for any season. On warm, sunny days, you can use an outdoor grill to roast the zucchini, while during the colder months, your trusty oven will...

Mia Florea

February 8, 2025

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Mediterranean Spinach & Egg Pie

Creamy spinach and eggs are a classic, well-loved pairing. This pie brings them together in a crispy, flaky puff pastry crust, with the addition of grated cheese for extra richness...

Elena-Greta Apostol

February 4, 2025

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Middle Eastern Stuffed Potatoes (Batata Mahshi)

Batata Mahshi (or Batata Mahshiyeh) translates to “stuffed potatoes”, a beloved dish in Middle Eastern cuisine. These tender potatoes are filled with a flavorful mixture of rice and meat, then...

Mia Florea

February 1, 2025

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Sweet Cottage Cheese Dumplings: Romanian Papanași Fierți

Papanași is one of the most delicious and popular Romanian desserts, but not everyone knows that there are actually two types: fried and boiled. The fried papanași version is the...

Diana Oana

January 31, 2025

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Mini Shrimp & Bacon Quiches

What says more French patisserie than a quiche?! There are so many variations for this delightful bake, however if you are to host a fancier gathering, then a shrimp filling...

Mia Florea

January 30, 2025

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Kagianas: Greek-Style Scrambled Eggs with Feta & Smoked Pork

Dinner
Lunch

Kagianas with syglino and feta is a traditional Greek dish from the city of Kalamata. It’s made with scrambled eggs, feta cheese, tomatoes, herb and syglino, smoked cured pork meat....

Giorgos Tsoulis

January 27, 2025

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Güllaç

Dessert

This traditional Turkish dessert is truly divine. Delicate (güllaç) sheets made from starch and water are soaked in sweetened milk, layered with crushed walnuts, and finished with a topping of...

Feyza Kirmaci

January 27, 2025

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Quick & Easy Nutella Croissants

It’s Sunday morning, and you’re the first one awake. As you sip your coffee, you start dreaming about whipping up a five-star breakfast—just like those heavenly mornings on your last...

Diana Oana

January 16, 2025

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Lokma: Fried Donuts Dipped in Syrup

Dessert

These golden, syrup-soaked bites are a true indulgence. Lokma, a Mediterranean & Middle Eastern fried dessert, is soaked in honey or sweet syrup and is often enjoyed at street stalls...

Feyza Kirmaci

January 10, 2025

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Polenta Casserole w/ Sausage & Spinach

Dinner

This is one of those comforting dishes I’ve ever made and it works all year round. Loved by all and a great crowd pleaser! This rustic casserole is where creamy...

Mia Florea

January 6, 2025

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Power-Packed Berry Yogurt Bowl

Breakfast

Start your day with this protein-rich yogurt bowl, crafted with creamy yogurt, ground oats, flaxseeds, and a sweet berry blend. Finished with fresh fruits and seeds for added crunch, it’s...

Giorgos Tsoulis

January 6, 2025

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Saffron-Ginger Trifle w/ Homemade Orange Marmalade

What better way to switch up the flavors of a trifle for a celebration than adding an oriental twist! The saffron elevates the pastry cream, the orange marmalade is an...

Mia Florea

December 18, 2024

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Papanași: Romanian Fried Donuts

Papanași are traditional, deep-fried cheese-filled donuts usually served with jam and sour cream. They are super delicious and they are probably the most popular Romanian dessert. You can find them...

Diana Oana

December 18, 2024

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Curried Sweet Potato & Lentil Stew

This is a delicious and incredibly flavorful vegan dish. A comforting dahl or stew made with sweet potatoes, red lentils, coconut milk, and spinach, it’s the ultimate comfort food! The...

Diana Oana

December 18, 2024

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Golden Pistachio Mascarpone Cream Cake

This pistachio mascarpone cake is a luscious treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of roasted pistachios with the creamy sweetness of mascarpone cheese. The soft, moist sponge is delicately...

Diana Oana

December 17, 2024

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Hot Chocolate with Homemade Marshmallows

If there’s anything you should be making this winter, it’s your own marshmallows! They are super soft and melt-in-your-mouth delicious! And if you’re making marshmallows, you might as well make...

Mia Florea

December 17, 2024

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Pistachio Sandwich Cookies

Maybe one of the best flavor combinations in the world is pistachios and chocolate! If you don’t believe me, try it yourself with these buttery pistachio sandwich cookies filled with...

Mia Florea

December 13, 2024