Category: Dinner
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Egyptian Lentil pasta w Quinoa
When I lived in Cairo, I became familiar with a very popular dish called Kosharie. It is considered the “National dish” of Egypt. It features multiple starches, rice & pasta, along with lentils, a spicy tomato sauce and fried onions. When leaving my apartment in El Maniel, I would encounter multiple street vendors selling hot…
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Square Pizza – that’s not so square
Sure there are a million pizza recipes on the internet. But how many square pizza recipes are there? I like using a sheet pan for pizza because it basically guarantees success with your crust, and takes the pressure off. Or course, if you had all the time in the world and a ballerina-like touch, you…
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Ground turkey and white bean soup with kale
As a mum struggling to come up with new and interesting creations for 3 hungry humans, I realise that my repertoire is slightly “chicken-heavy.” It really is a versatile meat, and affordable too. Turkey however is a nice alternative when you are feeling bored for the same old thing. This soup is not a big…
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Salade Nicoise with Salmon and Dijon dressing
This is such a great meal to have in one’s repertoire, with beautiful bright green veggies complimented by salty pungent olives and baked fish. A true summer salad that can be served with chicken, tuna, or other protein you have on hand. It’s quite easy to put together with one pan of salted boiling water…
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Butter bean and tomato bake
Since finding this recipe in Georgina Hayden’s Nistisima (highly recommended by the way), I have been absolutely dependent on these beans for my daily existence. Nistisima is such a beautiful book, and it’s only just been released in August 2022! The focus of her work is on the fasting foods of monks and priests in…
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Vegetarian Cottage Pie
The blend of firm and well seasoned Puy lentils with vegetables in a tomato base is surprisingly comforting, and lends itself to re-invention. For the filling, you could substitute half of the lentils with beef or lamb mince, and play around with different types of veggies you may have on hand. Parsnips, finely minced cabbage,…
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Spanish Rice w Sausage, Chicken & Edamame
Also known as Paella, this dish is super easy to make. Have it on the table in 30 mins as a weeknight meal, or jazz it up with some seafood for a special occasion. I cook a lot with edamame. I have used it here as a replacement for peas (ignore the pic). I prefer…
Allspice & Olive 