Tuesday, September 29, 2020

1451. White Coffee


White coffee is a famous Lebanese drink that is not coffee at all! It is simply boiling hot water with a teaspoon or two of rose water. Many add sugar as they like it sweet, but I love it as it. It is so floral and feminine; it is like drinking an elixir that perfumes your blood. So soothing and calming, too.

Sunday, September 27, 2020

1450. Creamy Corn


This is one of those trendy recipes out there. You know, the type you have to try then once you've done it you're already over it? Creamy, cheesy corn smothered in pulverized chili-lime corn chips most certainly qualifies as a decadent, carb-laden comfort food.

Thursday, September 24, 2020

1449. Cleansing Apple Ginger Juice


I applaud health-conscience people. Taking care of your health before you have to take care of it is a great wisdom many failed at. Most commonly, health degrades as we age, and things don't work as seamlessly as they may have once. Sure, pills solve a lot. But pills were also created to cause other lots, so our best bet lies with Allah's bounty found in nature.

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

1448. Simple Lasagne


Lasagne has a reputation of being lengthy and complicated to make. This recipe really simplifies the process. You'll find yourself having prepared the red and white sauces within 15 minutes, assembled in under 5 minutes, then popped in the oven for baking and done in 30 minutes. Not bad for 20 minutes hands-on time lasagne.

Sunday, September 20, 2020

1447. Fantastic Crispy Roast Potato


If you know, you know. There are some things in life that once you know about them you'll be asking yourself why didn't I know this sooner as it is crazy simple? Everyone is on the lookout for the crispiest roast potatoes on the outside with the fluffiest interior and there has been no lack of caboodle in seeking this quest.

Thursday, September 17, 2020

1446. Salisbury Steak


Turns out, the salisbury steak is of American origins, not British. However, like most things with an Americal origin, they have an origin from somewhere else. In this case, it is Germany who has a very similar recipe which got Americanized for the colonizers back in the day.

Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Best Of MCW 501-600


Good bread and cheese is one of my weaknesses. The worst part of dieting is having to forgo them. Whether it were in the simplest forms, or an elaborate cheese board, they are a pleasure to eat and share. So I kick off Part 6 of the Best of MCW series with just that: bread and cheese.

Sunday, September 13, 2020

1444. Roast Red Pepper Pesto


Pesto is traditionally known as the basil-pinenut concoction we stir into cooked pasta. However the concept can be applied liberally to a variety or herb or vegetable, and a variety of nuts. Its uses are multiple as well. This is a roasted red pepper pesto made with cashews.

Thursday, September 10, 2020

1443. Scrambled Eggs with Mushroom Gravy


I woke one weekend in the mood for a special breakfast. Some creative thinking and alternate use of available ingredients later, this scrambled egg with mushroom gravy was born.

Tuesday, September 8, 2020

1442. {Air Fryer} Sweet Chili Salmon


Asian fusion might not be to everyone's taste, but I absolutely devoured this dish. Technically, it is just three ingredients - salmon, sweet chili sauce, and tobasco - but the squeeze of fresh lemon upon serving is absolutely essential and elevates the dish to a delightful complexity way beyond the sum of its parts.

Sunday, September 6, 2020

1441. Palestinian Akawi Shatta Cheese Rolls


Shatta is a Palestinian red chilli condiment made by many households and accompanies their dining table at all times. Akawi is a Palestinian cheese that is commonly soaked in water to de-salinate it before its use in kunafa. In this recipe, I will be giving a guideline on making these Palestinian cheese rolls bursting with Palestinian flavors.

Thursday, September 3, 2020

1440. Bran Flakes (2 Ingredients)


Home made cereal was never something I thought I'd one day make but such is the unpredictable nature of life. Seeing the success, it is an unpredictability I relished after experiencing its success. What makes it all the more so enjoyable, it is made from two wholesome ingredients and fit the bill of health and flavor combined.

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

1439. Olive Cilantro Roast Chicken


The flavors of this roast chicken merge between Greek and Moroccan. A bit sweeter with some dried apricots, definitely Moroccan. A bit more savory with some thyme, definitely Greek. Regardless of which continent may claim it as theirs, it is a fantastically delicious roast chicken recipe.