The month of September has arrived, and with it not only cooler temperatures but also the appetite for hearty food. So, it seems high time to start this first month of fall with some fun bread baking, with bold textures and ingredients that capture the tastes of late summer. I was looking for an easy…
This post may contain Amazon or other affiliate links that allow us to earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Please see our Disclosure Policy for more info. Moroccan Sardine Balls in Tomato Sauce is one of our favorite ways to enjoy fresh sardines, which are cheap and in abundance in Morocco….
This post may contain Amazon or other affiliate links that allow us to earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Please see our Disclosure Policy for more info. Zaalouk is a Moroccan cooked salad of eggplants and tomatoes that’s usually eaten as a dip with Moroccan bread. Key to zaalouk’s great flavor…
About This Episode Grumpy helps a reader grow tomatoes. Plus, the plant of the week. Question Of The Week “What is the secret to growing tomatoes in Northeast Florida? We get good sun.” – Sue Ann Grumpy Gardener: Well, good sun is important if you want to grow tomatoes, but if you live in Florida,…
With so much fresh food available in summer coming straight from the garden, I thought cooking these seven recipes with tomatoes, zucchini, and herbs would be a delicious start. They’re all quick and simple to keep your kitchen cool and your family happy. Tomatoes, zucchini, and herbs are honestly staples for me year-round, but I…
We have shared many Italian pesto recipes on Mediterranean Living. To name just a few: Kale Pesto, Oregano Pestoand red pesto. But have you ever heard of arugula pesto (or rocket pesto/rucola pesto, depending on where in the world you are)? It’s basically Basil Pestobut instead of fresh basil, we use fresh arugula. When combined…
Many people ask “are tomatoes keto-friendly?” It’s understandable since tomatoes are in almost EVERY savory dish out there. Some worry if they can eat this adaptable fruit (yes, it’s a fruit, even though we treat it like a veggie!) without it disrupting their ketosis. And the answer is not as simple as it might first…
This Spanish fisherman’s seafood stew, known as Cim i Tomba, is what the Spanish Mediterranean kitchen is all about. We’re talking a ton of great flavors, easy to make, and all done in about 40 minutes using just one pan. Serve it next to a crunchy baguette and a bottle of Spanish white wine for…
A humble but flavorful Lebanese classic, this vegetarian side dish of Lebanese Green Beans with Tomatoes is made with warm spices including cinnamon and allspice. Comfort food means different things to different people. For me and my family, the most comforting dishes are the Lebanese recipes of my childhood, passed down over the generations. While…
A modern twist on Lebanese stuffed eggplant, this 5-ingredient slow cooker beef and eggplant is slowly simmered in a warm, cinnamon-spiced tomato sauce. My Aunt Paula’s stuffed eggplant is one of my favorite Lebanese dishes of all time. We call it “Bitten Jen.” This is a humble yet satisfying dish. The eggplant is stuffed with a classic…
