A modern version of grandmother’s Lebanese meat and rice pilaf. Saffron and warm spices make ground chicken (or beef) extraordinary.

The best cream of tomato soup. Simple ingredients. Cozy, creamy, customizable.

Love these Olive Oil & Sea Salt Brownie Cookies found on Oprah.com. Intensely chocolatey! Easy!

The secret to fuss-free and foolproof fluffy mashed potatoes.

A simple cake made w/ olive oil, chocolate chips and fresh rosemary. Unexpected ingredients that are so delicious together!

Heidi Swanson’s one bowl banana bread is a cozy escape. Bananas are the star.

A quick tip to make this rustic tabbouleh salad a part of your regular weekday menu.

My go-to recipe for Middle Eastern chicken meatballs. Great stuffed into a warm pita or served with rice pilaf.

Lemon roasted fingerling potatoes. Simple and rustic with a twist from the Aleppo pepper.

I’ve been cooking Moroccan vegetarian stews for many years. This one has chickpeas, potatoes, & warm spices. A keeper!

Oat & honey flapjacks. Unbelievably easy, light & tasty. Wholesome nutrition. Great for camping trips, brunch or summer vacations.

My go-to lentil soup. Easy! Great nutritional profile. Warm spices, fresh spinach, lemon and herbs make it sing.

French vegetable and barley soup. An easy, flavorful and comforting recipe I’ve made for years. Healthy, Versatile and Vegan!

French Vanilla Pear Cake is an easy, vintage treat with a whisper of warm spices. Vanilla compliments the taste of the pears.

Fast & foolproof whole wheat pasta with broccoli, chili flakes & garlic-oil. Finished w/ toasted pine nuts. A tasty & healthy dinner!

Chicken Milanese is golden-brown and crispy. Everyone loves it. I’ve made it for years. Kid friendly too!

Cheat on winter with this fifteen minute French pea soup. An easy recipe when you need something green and cheerful.

Foolproof French Apple Cake ~ A classic cake w/ a caramelized top, cozy cinnamon and an abundance of apples. A family favorite! Easy!

This velvety butternut squash and apple bisque is welcome on a chilly autumn evening or your Thanksgiving table. Easy too!

My grandmother’s Lebanese-spiced chicken. Warm and cozy. I’ll teach you how to make a foolproof winner winner chicken dinner!

Easy honey-baked chicken wings. Made w/ spicy-honey or regular honey. The honey caramelizes on the wings as they bake.

Easy chickpea salad with creamy tahini & fresh herbs. Packs well for healthy, work or picnic lunches. Tasty. Vegan. Filling.