If you came up with a list of the most essential ingredients to have on hand during Ramadan, what would they be? Year after year, I seem to return to the most basic things that are versatile and healthy,...
holidaysThere are so many benefits to fasting in Ramadan, much of which becomes a benefit to the individual, such as gaining a deep empathy for those with less than ourselves. The first thing that comes to mind is food-...
I'm not sure about you, but I'm a pretty frugal shopper- I like to save where I can so that I can spend in the right places. The grocery stores (and all stores) bombard us with things we don't...
Have you ever cooked eggs one day, washed the dishes and then realized that they still had a funny egg smell to them? You re-wash and wash again, but it always comes back? I have one answer that could...
There is nothing more frustrating about cooking {to me} than waste! I buy fresh products with really good intentions to use them all up in a timely manner, but sometimes life just gets in the way and I don't...
As part of my new Q & A video series, this time I address the issue of storing herbs. As always, I'd love to hear what you have to say in the comments section below.
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Whether it's Eid or any other special occasion, it's a nice feeling to have a beautiful table setting for your guests. It's even nicer to not have to spend too much time or money to do just that. Here...
Did you ever open your refrigerator to see that the milk has gone bad or that the soup from last night’s dinner is completely frozen? If yes, then that’s when you know you need a refrigerator thermometer. Maintaining the...
This isn't really a formal recipe post but more of a suggestion for what you can do with summer veggies- stew them in herbs, oil and their own wonderful juices. Read on to find out how.
Use a large saute pan...
This is how I remove stubborn food remnants from my pans (aluminum or stainless steel): 1) sprinkle the area with baking soda; 2) spray or pour vinegar on top, then watch it fizzle (my favorite part); 3) Let sit...