One my favorite things about winter, is that citrus is in season! From cara cara oranges to blood oranges and meyer lemons. For this Lemon Tart with Meringue Topping, I used a combination of lemon blood orange juice! But you can use any combination of citrus that you like.
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Sesame Cake Recipe + Giveaway
This recipe is so unique and I could not wait to try it. It is made wth black sesame seeds, black tea and is topped with a chai glaze. This Sesame Cake Recipe also comes with a Giveaway on Instagram!!
Homemade Beef Pho
One of our favorite comfort foods while living in Seattle was Pho. There was no better way to cozy up, than with this traditional Vietnamese broth and noodle dish. We always had the veggie pho, as there was no halal option. But I’ve been wanting to try making my own homemade beef pho.
Kale Pesto Shrimp Pasta
Homemade Sourdough Loaf
Hussein loves bread and always prefers bakery fresh bread to anything in a plastic bag in the supermarket. I’ve made quick, no-knead loafs with yeast before but really wanted to try my hand at sourdough. Many of my blogger friends had posted about Artisan Sourdough Made Simple by Emilie Raffa. I ordered the book and…
Roasted Carrots with Carrot Top Pesto
If you’re looking for an easy Thanksgiving side dish, I’ve got you covered with these Roasted Carrots with Carrot Top Pesto. I especially love this recipe, because it uses the entire carrot, end to end, including the tops, which so often get throw away. I first had carrot top pesto, 3 years ago, while at…
Citrus Spiced Cranberry Sauce
I L-O-V-E cranberry sauce. But not that stuff that comes out of metal jar. Yes, I know they organic cranberry sauce in cans but it is not as good as homemade. This recipe is super easy to make and can be done two days in advance (I wouldn’t go longer, because we are making fresh…
Citrus and Herb Turkey Recipe
If you’ve ever made a turkey, you know how challenging it can be. But it does not have to be. My first attempt at this Citrus and Herb Turkey Recipe was a great success. I combined recipes and techniques from Bon Apetit and New York Times Food. I learned some tricks that I share below…
Avocado Hummus and Zaatar Chips
I absolutely love hummus. It is a staple in our home and kitchen and I have shared many different variations of this smashed chickpea dip! My super smooth hummus is a favorite. This recipe is for my avocado hummus and zaatar chips recipe. I love making big batches of my hummus and keeping it in an…
Alcohol Free French Onion Soup
I love a good soup. Especially on cool fall days. I especially love having a big batch of soup to heat up for two or three days, as things can get hectic with baby. While I am on maternity leave from my social work job, I am enjoying time with baby Hannah and more time…
