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MAQLUBA RECONSTRUCTED

WITH NO COMMENTS

Traditional maqluba is reconstructed by roasting the vegetables instead of frying them. Za'atar, sumac and cumin season the dish for a fresh take on this rice and vegetable upside-down torte.

CHICKEN, CHILE AND TOMATILLO SOUP

WITH 4 COMMENTS

A smokey chicken soup, full of roasted peppers, chiles and tomatillos is perfect for a cold winter's night.

OTTOLENGHI TURKEY THIGHS WITH LEMON HERB SAUCE

WITH NO COMMENTS

Ottolenghi's quick, fresh take on turkey for any time of the year. Roasted turkey thighs come alive with this lemony herbed marinade that with a quick reduction doubles as a sauce. Serve hot or cold.

MOM’S CHILI

WITH 8 COMMENTS

Packed with vegetables, three kinds of beans, two kinds of meat and lots of spices, I have been making this chili for my family for 20 plus years. I always make extra for the freezer.

BASIL AND PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED PEACHES

WITH ONE COMMENT

Juicy peach slices wrapped in basil and prosciutto and tossed in a Spanish sherry vinegar and cumin vinaigrette. The perfect no-cook summer appetizer.

PINEAPPLE AND PORK LETTUCE WRAPS

WITH 5 COMMENTS

Seasoned pork and grilled pineapple lettuce wraps served with a Southeast Asian-style sauce. Smack your lips and lick your fingers delicious, my husband rates this as my best recipe yet.

SPICED CARROT SOUP

WITH NO COMMENTS

Deliciously spicy, serve this über healthy carrot soup hot or cold. Packed full of anti-inflammatory foods, this soup will fight what ails you.

AFRICAN CURRIED VEGETABLE AND COCONUT SOUP

WITH 2 COMMENTS

This vegan soup is loaded with flavor and nutrition. Coconut milk and aromatic spices will bring your family out of the woodwork to see what's cooking.

FISH TACOS WITH CILANTRO CHILE MARINADE