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Dates 101
A guide to cooking with dates, a fruit that is commonly eaten in the Middle East.
Buying Koosa Seeds
Looking for koosa seeds but can't find them? Look here for ideas on where you can find koosa seeds.
No More Tears! How to Avoid Crying While You Chop Onions
Learn some easy tips to avoid crying while chopping onions.
Preserved Lemons
Preserved lemons are popping up in many recipes these days.Popular in Moroccan cuisine, preserved lemons are delicious is many foods. Learn how to make preserved lemons today.
Middle Eastern Cheese Varieties
Explore what cheeses are commonly eaten the Middle East! Cheese is a very important staple in many Middle Eastern regions.
How to Steam Vegetables
Steaming vegetables is one of the most healthy way to cook! Learn how to perfectly steam veggetables on the stovetop and in the microwave!
Phyllo Dough Handling Tips
Discover vital tips and techniques for working with phyllo dough. Phyllo dough is thin dough that is often used in Middle Eastern and greek cooking.
Cooking with Pomegranates
The pomegranate is one of the oldest, yet forgotten fruits. Learn how to pick the perfect pomegranate, storing the fruit and cooking tips. Includes fabulous pomegranate recipes.
How to Keep Lamb Fresh
Proper storage is a necessity when handling any type of meat, including lamb. Learn how long lamb keeps in the refrigerator and freezer and to minimize bacteria growth.
Figs 101
Learn more about figs, a common ingredient used in Persian cooking.
Shawarma 101: What You Need to Know to Make Shawarma
Tips for making the popular shawarma sandwich.
Cooking with Pumpkins
Learn how to pick, store, and cook with a pumpkin. They aren't just for decoration or carving, trust me!
How to Blanch Almonds
Blanched almonds are almonds without their skins. Blanched almonds are called for in many Middle Eastern recipes. Here is an easy way for you to blanch almonds at home![
The Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet is a popular diet among health conscious people. Heck out how to incorporate your favorite Middle Eastern foods in to the Mediterranean diet.
How to Deseed a Tomato
Learn how to remove the seeds from the tomato, with making a mess of the fruit!
Alcohol Substitution in Cooking
Listing of alcohol substitutions for cooking. This is very helpful for Muslims who are forbidden to consume alcohol, even in cooking.
Growing Your Own Herbs
Middle Eastern food contains many herbs that can easily be grown at home. Here you will find easy tips for growing your own herbs to be used in the kitchen.
Bagged Spinach Safety
Is it safe to eat bagged spinach? Find out if you should eat bagged spinach, how to make eating it more safe, and more.
Cooking with Prawns
When looking for a tasty seafood dish, you can never go wrong with prawns. Check these tips for buying prawns, how to remove the shell and devein, and some fabulous prawn recipes!
How to Cook with Hot Peppers Without Getting Burned
Learn how to maximize cooking with hot peppers, while minimizing the chances of being burned.
How to Devein Shrimp
Learn how to devein shrimp the simple and easy way! Here you will find a simple way to devein shrimp to prepare for delicious recipes.
Lamb Safety and Handling Tips
Tips for handling fresh lamb safely, preventing the soread of bacteria.
Cooking Oils 101
There are so many cooking oils on the shelves, it may be hard to determine what type of oil you really need to be cooking with. Learn more about cooking oils.
Why You Need a Stand Mixer in Your Kitchen
Most people with stand mixers wonder how they survived before having a stand mixer. It is the ultimate, but useful kitchen luxury. Check out why you need a stand mixer in your kitchen.
How to Peel a Tomato
Learn how to peel a tomato with these easy instructions!
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