COOKING TIPS
SOUPS
Zero Waste Winter Vegetable Soup
Nothing is better than a bowl of hot soup on a cold winter day, would you agree? You’d be amazed what you can put...
Cream of Broccoli & Cheddar Soup
At this time of year, everyone talks about New Year's resolutions. To top the list, it's usually about getting fit and eating healthier. I...
Egg Drop Soup
If you like restaurant-style Chinese Egg Drop Soup, just know that you don't have to go out to have it- it's so super easy...
Red Lentil and Carrot Soup
Those of you who've been reading my recipes for a while probably already know that I'm a total soup lover and a lover of...
Summer Squash Soup
I'm a huge fan of a hearty bowl of soup. I love to select, chop and see the change in texture of fresh, seasonal...
PIZZA RECIPES
Tandoori Spiced Chicken Pizza
Two of my favorite things and my favorite flavors combined to make this recipe we've been enjoying a lot this Ramadan- pizza and Tandoori...
STEWS
Thai Beef Curry
This recipe comes from Derya Singhsumalee, a former teacher colleague of mine who is such a fun and interesting person. She is very well-traveled, is...
Chicken Bouillabaisse
Those of you who know me well enough know that my favorite cooking mentor is Julia Child--and it's not because of the book or movie, Julie...
Slow Cooker Beef Stew: My Family Recipe for the Ultimate Comfort Food
I always crave comfort food in the winter time, but right now as a nation and a global community, it looks as though we...
Italian Lamb Stew
'Eid Mubarak to you and your families! May all your fasts and prayers be accepted. We've fasted the month of Ramadan and now it's time to...
Moroccan Goat Stew
Have you ever tried goat meat? If you've seen them in real life, they're not as meaty as those furry and cuddly lambs we...
PASTA DISHES
Penne Pasta with Pumpkin Alfredo Sauce
One of the best things about large squash such as pumpkin is that since they have a long shelf life, you can decorate your...
MEDITERRANEAN
Easy Oven-Roasted Baby Potatoes
I promise you this is a super easy side dish for any night of the week or any morning when you have some time...
The Easiest No-Cook Cheese to Make During a Quarantine
I expect to be indoors for about a month, although it could be a much longer time than that. Before going stir crazy, I...
Zero Waste Winter Vegetable Soup
Nothing is better than a bowl of hot soup on a cold winter day, would you agree? You’d be amazed what you can put...
