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What is Pine Nut Mouth?
Some people have reported having a bitter taste days after consuming pine nuts. Learn what pine nut mouth is and what may be causing it.
What are Pine Nuts?
Have you read recipes that contained pine nuts and wondered what it is? Pine nuts are a common ingredient in Middle Eastern cooking. Learn what pine nuts are and discover new recipes using pine nuts.
How Do I Freeze Pita Bread?
Learn the best way to freeze pita bread and thaw it out for maximum taste and freshness.
How to Cut Butternut Squash
Learn how to peel and cut butternut squash in this easy tutorial.
What is a Turkey Brine?
Learn more about what a brine is and how it can increase the flavor of cooking poultry, especially turkey.
What is a Rutabaga?
What is a rutabaga? Learn more about this interesting cooking ingredient in this FAQ about rutabagas.
Middle Eastern Vegetarian Recipes
Looking for Middle Eastern Food recipes for vegetarians? Check out all the fabulous meat-free Middle Eastern dishes in this FAQ for vegetarians.
Should I Soak Grape Leaves Before Using?
A reader asks if it is best to soak grape leaves before using.
White Cheddar vs. Yellow Cheddar Cheese
A reader asks what the difference is between white cheddar and yellow cheddar cheese.
Pita Bread Does Not Puff Up
Here's what to do when your pita bread does not puff up when baking.
Can you recommend a Middle Eastern dip for an appetizer?
A reader asks for a recommendation for a Middle Eastern dip to make for her boyfriend. Several different types of Middle Eastern dips are explained with links to their recipes.
What is couscous?
What is couscous? Learn more about what couscous is and discover dozens of couscous recipes that will tempt your tastebuds.
Where can I buy rose water?
Rose water is a popular ingredient in Middle Eastern cooking. Learn where to buy rose water and what to do if you cannot find it.
What is Sea Salt?
A reader asks what exactly sea salt is, and how it is different from standard table salt.
Middle Eastern Easter Recipes
Contrary to popular belief, not all Middle Eastern people are Muslim. Christian Middle Eastern people reside all of over the world. For those that do celebrate Easter, there are some fabulous recipes to incorporate a Middle Eastern flavor into your holiday meal.
Best Skewers for Kebabs
There are several different types of skewers to use when you make kebabs. Find out which ones are better than the others.
How to Make Cinnamon Raisin Pita Bread?
A reader asks how to make cinnamon pita bread. Pita bread is the most common type of bread consumed in the Middle East. It is a flatbread that has a "pocket", used for stuffing.
How to Cut Pita Bread
Learn how to easily cut pita without tearing it into pieces.
Staple Ingredients
Middle Eastern food is an excellent choice of cuisine for beginners. One key to success is to make sure you always have staple ingredients on hand.
Different Ways to use Hummus
A reader asks if there are different ways to use hummus other than as a dip.
Buying Pita Bread
Pita bread is a popular bread in the Middle East. Here are some tips for finding it in the store.
What is Squash?
What is squash? Learn more about this fabulous vegetable in this FAQ about squash.
Lemon Juice: Fresh or Bottled?
Is using bottled lemon juice the same as fresh lemon juice in cooking? Learn more about cooking with lemon juice.
Stuffed Camel: Fact or Fiction
Is there really a recipe for stuffed camel? Do people in the Middle East consume stuffed camels? Find out the answer here in this FAQ.
How to Make Tah Dig in a Rice
Tah dig is a popular Persian rice dish that can be made traditionally on the stove top or in a rice cooker. Here is how to make tah dig in a rice cooker.