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Turkey gravy

Turkey gravy

Turkey Gravy is rich, savory, and full of comforting flavor. Smooth and velvety, it’s the perfect finishing touch for roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, and holiday sides bringing everything together with a warm, homemade touch that makes any meal feel complete. Prep:10 minsCook:1 hrs 15 minsServes 

Loobia Polo

Loobia Polo

Today, let’s delve into the world of Persian cuisine with a beloved traditional dish: Loobia Polo – Persian Rice with Green Beans and Ground Meat (لوبیا پلو). This savory and flavorful dish combines fragrant spices, juicy ground meat, aromatic tomatoes, and crunchy green beans into 

Sekanjabin Cucumber Drink

Sekanjabin Cucumber Drink

This drink is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Traditionally, is it prepared with honey, vinegar, and herbs. Even today, some still drink it as a natural remedy, known as Oxymel, to boost energy and fight exhaustion. Made with honey, it becomes a true power drink, especially for athletes after a workout.

Cook Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS FOR SEKANDJABIN

  • 500 ml water
  • 750 g sugar or honey
  • 100 ml white wine vinegar
  • 1 bunch fresh mint

INGREDIENTS FOR SHARBAT-E SEKANJEBIN

  • 1 small cucumber deseeded
  • ice cubes
  • a few drops of lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 slice lemon

Instructions

PREPARATION OF SEKANDJABIN

  1. Bring the water to a boil and add the sugar, or honey, then reduce the heat and let it simmer without stirring.
  2. Let the mixture simmer for about 15-20 minutes until it thickens into a syrup.
  3. Add the bunch of fresh mint and continue simmering for another 15 minutes.
  4. Add the white wine vinegar and stir a few times.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat and let the syrup cool with the mint in it.
  6. Once the syrup has cooled, remove the mint and strain the syrup into a bottle.
  7. Your homemade Sekanjabin syrup is ready, store it in the fridge and enjoy it in refreshing drinks or as a dip.

PREPARATION OF SHARBAT-E SEKANJEBIN

  1. Add some Sekanjebin syrup to a glass adjusting to taste fill the glass with water and ice cubes.
  2. Cut the cucumber in half remove the seeds with a spoon and grate it.
  3. Add some grated cucumber to the drink and stir well.
  4. Squeeze in a few drops of lemon juice and garnish with a lemon slice and fresh mint.
Kuymak – Turkish Cheese Fondue

Kuymak – Turkish Cheese Fondue

Kuymak – Turkish Cheese Fondue is a rich and comforting specialty from Turkey’s Black Sea region, especially popular in cities like Trabzon and Rize. Known for its stretchy, molten cheese and silky, buttery texture, it’s warm, indulgent, and deeply satisfying. Traditionally enjoyed with fresh bread 

Brown Butter Fettuccine Alfredo

Brown Butter Fettuccine Alfredo

Brown Butter Fettuccine Alfredo is a rich, comforting twist on a classic pasta favorite. Nutty browned butter blends with a creamy, velvety sauce to coat every strand of fettuccine, creating a simple yet indulgent dish that’s perfect for cozy dinners or an easy restaurant style 

Green Chile Chicken Enchilada

Green Chile Chicken Enchilada

Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd or looking for tasty leftovers to enjoy throughout the week, this enchilada pie has you covered. It’s a perfect balance of protein, vegetables and cheesy goodness. It’s a satisfying meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

Prep:30 min
Cook:4 hours
Yield:6 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
  • 1 can (10 ounces) mild green enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (4 to 4-1/2 ounces) chopped green chiles
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 9 corn tortillas (6 inches)
  • 3 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
  • Optional: Minced fresh cilantro, lime wedges, salsa and sour cream

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cut three 30×6-inch strips of heavy-duty foil; crisscross so they resemble spokes of a wheel. Place strips on the bottom and up the side of a round 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Coat strips with cooking spray. Spread 1/4 cup chicken mixture over bottom of slow cooker. Top with 3 tortillas, overlapping and tearing them to fit, a third of the chicken mixture and a third of the cheese. Repeat twice.

Step 2

Cook, covered, on low for 4 hours or until a thermometer reads 165°. To avoid scorching, rotate slow cooker insert one-half turn midway through cooking, lifting carefully with oven mitts. Turn off slow cooker; let stand, uncovered, 15 minutes before serving. Using foil strips as handles, remove pie to a platter. Cut into wedges. If desired, serve with additional cilantro, lime wedges, salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 541 calories, 27g fat (15g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 1202mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 6g fiber), 39g protein.

Buttermilk Biscuits

Buttermilk Biscuits

These Buttermilk Biscuits bake up tall, flaky, and buttery with soft layers inside and golden tops. Easy to make from scratch and perfect for breakfast, dinner, or with sausage gravy. Prep 10minutes minutesCook 15minutes minutesTotal 25minutes minutes Ingredients Instructions  Equipment Notes Nutrition Information Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 281kcal (14%)Carbohydrates: 34g (11%)Protein: 6g (12%)Fat: 13g (20%)Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 48mg (16%)Sodium: 421mg (18%)Potassium: 201mg (6%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 432IU (9%)Calcium: 95mg (10%)Iron: 2mg (11%)

Citrus-Oil-Marinated Spring Vegetables

Citrus-Oil-Marinated Spring Vegetables

The fleeting vibrance of spring vegetables is captured in this citrus-and-garlic-infused marinade, turning delicate produce into a versatile condiment. Spoon over toast slathered with ricotta or enjoy as an accompaniment on a cheese plate. Recipe information Ingredients 1 cup shelled fava beans (from about 1¼ 

White Pizza With Shaved Vegetables and Pesto

White Pizza With Shaved Vegetables and Pesto

This fresh take on white pizza has a base of pesto and white cheeses topped with a veritable salad of all our favorite green vegetables. Peas and crispy, thin-shaved asparagus, zucchini, and leeks are topped with watercress, basil, and pecorino curls for a satisfying slice that just happens to be vegetarian.

Recipe information

  • Total Time45 minutes
  • Yield4 servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup whole-milk ricotta

16 ounces prepared pizza dough, room temperature

2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided, plus more for pan

1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), trimmed, thinly shaved with a vegetable peeler

2 small leeks, whites and pale-green parts cut into half moons, very thinly sliced (about 1 cup)

4 ounces asparagus, trimmed, thinly shaved with a vegetable peeler

1/2 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella

1/4 cup store-bought or homemade pesto

1 garlic clove, finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

1/2 cup watercress

1/4 cup torn basil

1.5 ounces Pecorino, shaved into curls with a vegetable peeler (about 1/2 cup)

1/3 cup unsalted, roasted pistachios, coarsely chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Place a rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 500°F. Drain ricotta in a paper towel-lined colander.

Step 2

Gently stretch dough to a 16×12″ oval and transfer to a lightly oiled rimmed baking sheet. (If dough springs back, cover with plastic wrap and let rest 10 minutes, then stretch again, resting as needed.) Brush with 1 Tbsp. oil, then bake until dry and golden, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, toss zucchini, leeks, asparagus, peas, salt, and 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium bowl. Whisk ricotta, mozzarella, pesto, garlic, and lemon zest in another medium bowl until smooth.

Step 4

Spread ricotta mixture over dough, then arrange vegetables over. Bake pizza, rotating pan halfway through, until cheese is melted, vegetables are roasted and tender, and crust is golden brown, 7–9 minutes.

Stp 5

Meanwhile, toss watercress and basil with remaining 1 tsp. oil. Remove baking sheet from oven, then transfer pizza with a pizza peel or offset spatula to wire rack. Top pizza with watercress mixture, Pecorino, and pistachios. Let cool slightly, then cut into wedges and serve.

Strawberry Shortcake Roll

Strawberry Shortcake Roll

Strawberry Shortcake Roll is a light, airy dessert that brings a fresh twist to a classic favorite. Soft sponge cake is rolled around sweet cream and juicy strawberries, creating a beautiful, sliceable treat that’s perfect for spring gatherings, celebrations, or an elegant finish to any