Basil oil poured over labneh in a blue dish

A Bright Discovery – Maureen Abood

For probably the most half, we don’t search out Arabic or Mediterranean eating places all that usually. I determine it is because we eat a lot of our nice meals at dwelling that after we eat out, different cravings are satiated (hello, sushi). But residing in Michigan the place the enclaves of Middle Easterners are…

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Strawberry Jam Bars handwritten recipe

Rosies, A Handwritten Recipe – Maureen Abood

When I lately thumbed via my mother’s file of free recipes, written on their numerous classic papers and recipe playing cards in the entire totally different handwriting of the recipe-giver, I used to be struck by the variety of recipes that got here from neighbors. Neighbors of her personal mom again in Ohio, neighbors on…

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Chine on, lollipop! - Maureen Abood

Chine on, lollipop! – Maureen Abood

For me to current to you a superbly procured, trimmed, sliced and grilled lamb lollipops strikes me as an honest feat, given the lamb drama I’ve skilled through the years. Lamb failed me most humbly when my sister and I had been internet hosting a dinner for a pricey—and distinguished—buddy. We deliberate that menu proper…

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Picture Perfect - Maureen Abood

Picture Perfect – Maureen Abood

It all began after I arrived in Florida for a go to that March. My nephew ran out to the automotive however stored hiding from me, so I thrust my digital camera bag in his hand to maintain him shut. Carry this in for me! I stated. Yay! he shouted, and ran off. Amid the…

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Peony and Lily of the Valley in a vase

Spring Nostalgia – Maureen Abood

Lily of the Valley. Pink Peony. Rhubarb. These first flavors of late spring are the old style ones, those that gilded the yard of my grandmother, Alice Abowdon Maple Street in Fostoria. I keep in mind lengthy aisles of rhubarb particularly, and I keep in mind being stunned that the stalks have been edible. She…

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Cake in a pan with a lid and green napkin on the side

Easy Rhubarb Cake Recipe – Maureen Abood

Rhubarb cake is a seasonal favourite! The beautiful batter yields a light-weight, moist texture with yogurt or bitter cream within the combine–an ideal pairing with the rhubarb. Serve the rhubarb squares instantly from the pan. Never sufficient rhubarb throughout this fleeting season! As the colourful hues of rhubarb begin gracing the market stands and grocery…

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Dubai chocolate bar cut in half on a white countertop

Dubai Chocolate Bar Recipe – Maureen Abood

Dubai Chocolate Bar is the viral deal with that’s enjoyable to recreate at residence. My recipe contains detailed directions and options toasted kataifi pastry, pistachio cream, tahini, and darkish chocolate. The Dubai chocolate bar is a kind of viral sensations that actually speaks to our Middle Eastern dessert loving souls! The bar started 2024 and…

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Pistachio cream in a jar with pistachios scattered around it on a marble countertop

Pistachio Cream – Maureen Abood

Pistachio cream is straightforward to make do-it-yourself and extra economical than bought jars. This is a key ingredient in Dubai pistachio chocolate bars! Pistachio cream, additionally identified in Italian as pistachio creamis a candy unfold that has captured the hearts of meals lovers globally. Given how vital pistachios are in Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisines,…

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