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What is Pine Nut Mouth? Created: Monday, April 30, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
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 - Pine Nut Recipes Created: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 24, 2012
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 nut...
Konafah with Ricotta Recipe - Konafa - Recipes with Phyllo Created: Monday, August 27, 2007 Updated: Friday, April 13, 2012
Recipe for konafah, a Middle Eastern pastry that is made with phyllo dough.
How to Dice Tomatoes Created: Friday, December 22, 2006 Updated: Friday, April 13, 2012
Dicing tomatoes is easy with this simple
Shakshoukeh - Fried Tomatoes Created: Wednesday, March 01, 2006 Updated: Friday, April 13, 2012
Shakshoukeh is a fried tomato dish with peppers. You can make this recipe spicier by adding hotter peppers. It all depends on your taste. Shakshoukeh makes a nice snack or side dish.
How to Heat Serving Plates Created: Thursday, May 04, 2006 Updated: Saturday, March 31, 2012
Learn how to safely heat serving plates, just like at your favorite restaurant.
How to Soak and Cook Dried Chickpeas - Cooking with Dried Chickpeas Created: Saturday, February 20, 2010 Updated: Saturday, March 31, 2012
Learn how to properly soak and cook dried chickpeas.
Sweet Potato Falafel Recipe Created: Saturday, March 31, 2012 Updated: Saturday, March 31, 2012
Sweet potato falafel is a new twist on an old favorite. Check out this mouth watering sweet potato falafel recipe.
Hot to Freeze Pita Bread Created: Friday, March 30, 2012 Updated: Friday, March 30, 2012
Learn the best way to freeze pita bread and thaw it out for maximum taste and freshness.
Pomegranate Recipes -Tips for Selecting, Storing, and Cooking with Pomegranates Created: Sunday, November 19, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
The pomegranate is one of the oldest, yet forgotten fruits. Learn how to pick the perfect pomegranate, store the fruit and some cooking tips. Includes fabulous pomegranate recipes.
How to Cut and Peel Butternut Squash Created: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Learn how to peel and cut butternut squash in this easy tutorial.
Roasted Vegetables - How to Roast Vegetables Created: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Want to learn how to make roasted vegetables the easy way? Check out this easy recipe that will have your veggies from oven to table in less than an hour.
How to Make Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Video Created: Friday, February 18, 2011 Updated: Thursday, February 23, 2012
This roasted red pepper hummus recipe is a quick and easy dip that's perfect for parties or snacking. Serve this roasted red pepper hummus with pita chips or pita bread.
Cranberry Almond Couscous - How to Make Cranberry Almond Couscous Video Created: Friday, March 18, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, February 01, 2012
A simple recipe that dresses up couscous with colorful and sweet cranberries and crunchy toasted almonds.
Steam Vegetables in the Microwave - How to Steam Vegetables in the Microwave Video Created: Friday, March 18, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Make dinner easier for yourself by learning how to steam vegetables in the microwave. Here, these step-by-step instructions will show you how to steam vegetables in the microwave easily.
How to Make Hummus Without a Food Processor Created: Saturday, December 31, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Hummus is easy to make, even without a food processor. Learn how to make hummus without a food processor in this easy tutorial.
10 Super Bowl Grill Recipes Created: Monday, January 30, 2012 Updated: Monday, January 30, 2012
These grill recipes are perfect for the Super Bowl or any other sporting event. Bad weather? No worries, they can all be made indoors with an indoor grill.
Beef Shawarma Recipe - How to Make Beef Shawarma Created: Sunday, July 16, 2006 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
Recipe for beef shawarma. Shawarma is very difficult to replicate without a shawarma cone, but this recipe comes close.
Flank Steak with Harissa Rub Recipe Created: Wednesday, August 09, 2006 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
Harissa really adds spice and flavor to flank steak. Grilled or oven cooked, it is sure to be a crowd pleaser! Recipe calls for harissa and flank steak.
Sfouf Recipe - Almond Semolina Cake Recipe Created: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
Sfouf is a sweet almond cake from Lebanon. This sfouf recipe is easy and delicious!
Chelo Kebab Recipe Created: Friday, March 17, 2006 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
Chelo kebabs are the national dish of Iran. These kebabs are made with different types of meat. In this chelo kebab recipe, ground beef or lamb can be used.
Phyllo Dough - Tips for Handling Phyllo Created: Wednesday, June 06, 2007 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
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.
Choosing Lamb Cuts at the Market Created: Thursday, December 14, 2006 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
Can you tell fresh lamb from lamb that has been sitting for a few days? Learn how to select the the best cut for what you are cooking and how to determine if the lamb is fresh.
Za'atar Recipe Ideas - How to Use Za'atar in Your Cooking Created: Tuesday, May 29, 2007 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
Za'atar is seasoning traditionally used in the Middle East. it is commonly known for its use on flat breads like pita, but it has many other uses. Check out these ways to use za'atar in your everyd...
Middle Eastern Food Videos - Middle Eastern Food Recipes Created: Wednesday, June 27, 2007 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
Want to know how to make your favorite Middle Eastern dishes? Check out these Middle Eastern food videos that show you how to prepare crowd pleasers like hummus, falafel and more!
Hummus Appetizers - Appetizers Ideas with Hummus Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
8 of the best appetizers that contain hummus. These hummus appetizer recipes are super easy!
Top 10 Online Middle Eastern Food Stores Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
A few ingredients in Middle Eastern food may be hard to find for some, but there are Middle Eastern food stores online to shop from. This highlights the best online Middle Eastern food stores.
Most Commonly Used Spices In Middle Eastern Cooking Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
A list of the most common spices and herbs used in Middle eastern Cooking and quick tips about each spice.
Ingredients for the Middle Eastern Kitchen Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
A list of staple ingredients for Middle eastern cooking. Includes information on where to buy the ingredients.
Grilled Chicken Breast Recipe Created: Sunday, April 22, 2007 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
This is a great recipe for grilled chicken breasts! If you are tired of bland chicken, try this recipe for your next BBQ.
Chicken Tagine Recipe Created: Sunday, November 05, 2006 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
You will never experience a flavor better than a tagine. This chicken tagine recipe is perfect for beginners!
Onion Rings Recipe Created: Thursday, September 21, 2006 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
You have seen onions rings in Middle Eastern cooking served with shawarma, doner kebabs, and other

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