Say hello to your new favorite bread! Barbari is a popular Iranian flatbread with distinct grooves along the bread. It pulls apart along the grooves, making it easy to tear and share with loved ones. It is believed to have originated from Khorasan (an eastern province of Iran), and today you will find it in...
Winter Reciipes
Get cozy and fight the cold weather with these hearty and warming winter recipes that are full of incredible flavor.
Enjoy some winter spice with Paprika Fish with Chickpeas & Potatoes or cook a quick and tasty Bok Choy Noodle Stir Fry. For a full and satisfying hot winter meal, you can’t go wrong by making Balsamic Chicken with Red Onion & Kalamata Olives.
Matcha Fudge
You're just 3-ingredients away from this sweet, chewy, delectable fudge and this one has a wonderful matcha green tea flavor! It's the perfect no-bake sweet treat for any level baker. It's insanely easy to make with very few steps, and even has the option to add a fancy dark chocolate swirl on top of the...
Slow-Cooker Passover Brisket Recipe
Looking for an incredibly simple slow-cooker Passover brisket? Well, you've some to the right place! This brisket is simple, delicious, and even better in sandwiches the next day. Make this the star of your Passover meal. And have you tried to keep your slow cooker from getting too hot? I'm sharing my secret for keeping...
How to Brew Persian Tea
Nothing is as soothing as a cup of freshly brewed Persian tea. In my house growing up, we made it either in a samovar or with stackable tea kettles, but now this is my go-to way to make it. Freshly brewed tea can be enjoyed at any time, particularly to welcome guests to the house...
Matcha Panna Cotta
Simplicity often lends itself to the most delicious desserts, and panna cotta is no exception. This vegan and kosher version of the classic Italian custard dish mixes in matcha powder to create a decadent and creamy Matcha Panna Cotta! Serve this unique matcha dessert with fresh berries for a luscious treat. This post contains affiliate...
Persimmon Guide (with Tips, FAQs, and Best Recipes!)
Persimmons are sweet, delicious, and have a unique flavor that you just can't beat. As most people don't cook or bake with persimmon regularly, I have put together this guide with tips, tricks, FAQs, and recipes to help you master this amazing fruit! What are Persimmons and When are They in Season? Persimmons are round,...
Potato Flautas
Flautas are fried tortilla rolls filled with a delicious savory filling. I'm swapping the usual chicken or beef filling for a perfectly spiced mashed Yukon gold potato filling with a kick! Biting into one of these is a heavenly flavor experience. These potato flautas are a non-traditional recipe. I have created this recipe and enjoy...
Smoked Salmon Salad Rolls with a Creamy Basil Citrus Dressing
If you think of smoked salmon as served on a bagel with cream cheese, you'd be right, but smoked salmon can be so much more versatile! Introducing these Smoked Salmon Salad Rolls you can eat with your hands or easily turn into sushi. Serve this as an appetizer, lunch, or a tasty side dish –...
Cast-Iron Potato Kugel
Potato kugel is a hearty potato casserole dish with a crispy baked top, kind of like a hash brown cake. With onions, egg, and light seasoning, it's the best easy recipe to satisfy your need for a warm, comforting meal. Baked in cast iron, nothing beats the crunch and crackle married with a tender inside!...
Shirin Polo - Persian Jeweled Rice (Javaher or Morasa Polo)
Meet the most incredible rice dish you'll ever try – Shirin Polo! This special, jeweled rice is usually served at weddings to bring sweetness to the new couple. It's a sweet rice pilaf with dried fruit, nuts, and candied orange peel. It goes by many names; it can be known as as morasa polo, javaher...