Mediterranean Couscous with Chicken & Olives
We’re in the thick of winter. It’s cold, icy, slushy, and the snow is absolutely beautiful from indoors, as long as you don’t have to…
Course: Entrée
Korean Slow Cooked Beef & Vegetables
Since we’ve moved into our house and begun construction, it’s the simple things in life that have kind of gone straight out the window- like…
Creamy Fusilli Pasta with Swiss Chard and Chicken
I have the most convenient times for food cravings. Right now my kitchen is completely unusable while it’s under construction. The stove is off the…
New York Strip Steak with Buttery Mushrooms & Onions
Every now and again, I forget that I can go out and get an amazing cut of Halal meat to bring home and make a…
Super Quick Chicken Marinade
We’re all getting back to a more ‘normal’ routine after the month of fasting in Ramadan, which in my house actually means more cooking- or…
Mostaccioli: The Great Italian Party Dish
Every family has a favorite party dish, regardless of cultural background or ethnic makeup or religious observance. I happen to think that every special occasion…
Baked Shrimp with Garlic, Fresh Herbs and Red Pepper Paste
On my Sicilian side of the family, they really love shrimp. My aunts bake it in the oven with some very simple ingredients like garlic,…
Thai Red Curry Chicken & Vegetables Stir Fry
If you’re anything like me and sometimes just really get a craving for hot and spicy Thai food, or any type of Asian food but…
Sicilian Tuna Pasta
I’ve gone through so many situations where I’ve been in a limited kitchen space- whether it’s because of kitchen renovation, traveling, or some other reason,…
Lime Chicken Tacos with Tomatillo Salsa
When I went to Irvine, CA last April for Sameer’s Eats Halal Food Tour, Lime Chicken Tacos was one of the recipes on the menu that I demonstrated. I…
Salmon Baked in Papillote with Dill & Thyme
Salmon is one of the easiest types of fish to make on a regular basis. It’s thick texture stays together nicely when cooking, so whether…
