Middle Eastern

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    Pressure Cooker Chicken with Raisins and Capers

    Capers, golden raisins and fresh basil give this dish a sweetly savory flavor. And what's even better than that? The kids love it! —Nadine Mesch, Mount Healthy, Ohio

    Baklava Thumbprint Cookies

    The topping on my sister-in-law's peach cobbler was so delicious that I asked for the recipe; then I decided to...


    Pear and Pomegranate Lamb Tagine

    Pomegranate, pear and orange go together so well that I decided to use them to prepare a Middle Eastern-themed tagine...


    Slow-Simmered Chicken with Raisins, Capers and Basil

    Capers, golden raisins and fresh basil give this dish a sweetly savory flavor. And what's better than that? The kids...


    Moroccan Flatbreads

    My family loves these tacos with Middle Eastern seasoning lots of vegetables. Ground turkey or beef may be substituted for...

    Baklava with Honey Syrup

    Baklava is a sweet, buttery Greek treat. The honey syrup drizzled on top gives this classic dessert a delicious twist....


    Baklava Tartlets

    Want a quick treat that's delicious and easy to make? These tartlets will do the trick. You can serve them...


    Cranberry Couscous

    Although it looks like a grain, couscous is actually a type of pasta. The couscous pellets cook very quickly due...


    Chipotle-Orange Baklava

    Citrus, cinnamon and smoky chipotle peppers make my version of this flaky, sweet pastry so unique. It's really rich, so...


    Chickpea Mint Tabbouleh

    You’ll love this salad warm or chilled. For variety, add feta cheese or use this as a filling for stuffed...


    Quinoa Tabbouleh

    When my mom and sister developed several food allergies, we had to modify many recipes. I substituted quinoa for couscous...


    Baklava Cheesecake Tarts

    I love the sticky honey syrup, spices, nuts and crispy phyllo of homemade baklava but don’t want the fuss of...


    Couscous Tabbouleh with Fresh Mint & Feta

    Using couscous instead of bulgur for tabbouleh really speeds up the process of making this colorful salad. Other quick-cooking grains,...

    Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

    In our new cookbook “The Kitchen Decoded,” we include tabbouleh salad because it's super simple and filling. Try red quinoa...


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    Baklava

    Our baklava recipe takes the mystery out of this beloved dessert! Learn to perfect your own flaky, sticky, sweet baklava...


    Honey Nut & Cream Cheese Baklava

    I love serving impressive desserts that look like you spent hours in the kitchen when, in reality, they're really easy...


    Chocolate Baklava

    I've been cooking for years, and baklava remains a favorite. Most folks find one piece of this rich dessert very...


    Cilantro Potatoes

    Fresh cilantro gives an exotic Syrian-style flavor to these easy, delicious skillet potatoes. They’re a creative complement to Mom’s tangy...


    Bulgur Salad

    Whether it's nutrition or taste you're after, it doesn't get any better than a bulgur salad. Bulgur wheat, beans, tomatoes,...


    Walnut Baklava

    Josie Bochek of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin sent the recipe for this traditional sweet and nutty Greek pastry.


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    Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

    Sweet, smoky roasted red pepper hummus is a creamy and delicious dip that will have your guests coming back for...


    Lehmejun (Armenian Pizza)

    This pizza-style recipe came from my friend Ruby's mom, who is a crazy-good cook. I added my own flair and...

    Quick and Easy Baklava Squares

    I love baklava but rarely indulge because it takes so much time to make. Then a friend of mine gave...


    Buttery Rhubarb Baklava

    I like to take treats to my co-workers at the nursery/gift shop where I work. When rhubarb season arrives, I...


    Mini Baklava

    Baklava provides amazing memories for me: My best friend made it for my bridal and baby showers. And then she...


    Double Nut Baklava

    It may take some time to make this rich, buttery treat, but it's well worth the effort! The blend of...


    Cashew Baklava

    I always wanted to make Baklava, but it seemed like so much work. The son of my neighbor's friend showed...


    Tangerine Chicken Tagine

    My family and friends love foods from around the world, especially Moroccan entrees, so I created this flavorful dish. Cooking...