Ingredients 2-3 large eggplants 4 Tablespoon of Tahini (sesame paste) 1 whole pomegranate fruit 2 Tablespoon of fresh pomegranate juice 1 1/2 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice zest of a lemon 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup minced parsley, for garnish 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Preparation Grill eggplants over open gas grill, lightly charred the skin for a tasty smoky flavor. Keep turning them until soft from inside. Set aside to cool. (you can also roast them in the oven, placing them first under the broiler for about 5 to 7 minutes and then bake at 400 grades Fahrenheit until…
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Continue ReadingSuper easy, nutritious, and delicious Vegetarian soup. Great source of fiber, vitamin B and Iron. Warm your soul up! Ingredients 2 Tablespoon avocado oil 1 large onion, medium diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 cups brown organic lentils, well rinsed and cleaned 3 cups of fresh or frozen spinach, roughly chopped 1/2 cup of fresh mint, finely chopped 8 cups organic vegetable broth, low sodium 1 cup water 1 bay leaf 1-2 juice of lemon 1 Tablespoon cumin, ground 1 Tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon cracked fresh black pepper, ground 1 handful of rice Preparation Preheat a large pot on medium-high heat.…
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Continue ReadingBest ever soup…cook it once, you eat it twice and freeze it for months. Ingredients 2 Tablespoon olive oil 2 (8 ounce)cans diced tomatoes 1 (15 ounce)can corn 1 (46 ounce) can chicken broth or make your own 1 (8 ounce)can tomato sauce 1 large onion, small diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 3 stalk of celery, small diced 3 carrots, round cut 1 jalapeno pepper, diced 3 tablespoon cilantro, minced 1 fresh juice of a lemon 4 cups cooked shredded chicken 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 Tablespoon cumin 1 Tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper Garnish Avocado slices, strips of tortilla, cilantro…
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Continue ReadingA delicious and warm to the heart dish. Specially made by my Mom’s lovely hands. Minced meat with bulgur(cracked wheat), and delicious aromatic spices. Kibbeh which means ball and is traditionally presented raw, baked in a pan or fried in balls. Kibbeh Dough: 2 pound beef, finely ground 3 cups fine bulgar 1 small onion, minced 1 Tablespoon allspice, ground 1 teaspoon mint, dried 1 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon salt Kibbeh Filling: 1 pound ground beef 2 large onions, finely chopped 1 cup pine nuts, raw 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon allspice, ground 1 teaspoon nutmeg, ground 1…
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Continue ReadingIngredients 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin 1 cup peanut butter 2 eggs, large size 1/2 cup organic cocoa powder 1 teaspoon chia seeds 1/2 cup agave nectar or honey 2 Tablespoon light brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup mini chocolate chips 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Preparation Preheat oven to 400 grades Fahrenheit. Apply cooking spray to a 12 cup muffin pan. Place lining paper on them and set aside. Incorporate all dry ingredients: cocoa powder, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin spice and cinnamon. In…
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Continue ReadingIngredients 1 1/2 cup coconut flour 1/2 cup oat flour 1 Tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon cinnamon, ground 1 teaspoon nutmeg, ground 1 cup plain yogurt 2 Tablespoon agave nectar 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup nonfat milk 1 cup dark brown sugar 1 1/2 cup organic frozen blueberries Preparation Preheat oven to 350 grades Fahrenheit. Place your paper liners into your muffin pan or grease them with vegetable oil. Combine coconut flour, oat flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt into a large bowl and set aside. In a medium bowl…
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Continue ReadingTurmeric: A miracle yellow-bright spice that supports a healthy brain, promotes a youthful radiant skin and by having a piece of this delicious light cake you will also improve your mood 🙂 Ingredients 4 cups flour 2 cups semolina, finely ground 2 Tablespoon Turmeric 1 Tablespoon Anise, ground 1 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 Teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 3 cups granulated sugar 3 cups nonfat milk 2 Tablespoon tahini 1/2 cup pine nuts 1/3 cup sesame seeds Preparation Mix flour with semolina in a big bowl with your hands. Add baking powder, baking soda, turmeric and ground anise. Add vegetable oil…
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Continue ReadingIngredients Crostata Pastry: 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/3 cup cold unsalted butte, diced 3 Tablespoon cold water 2 Tablespoon sugar 1/3 teaspoon salt Berries Filling: 1/4 pound ripe peaches peeled , sliced 1/3 pound fresh raspberries 1 banana, sliced 1/3 teaspoon grated orange zest 1/2 Tablespoon cornstarch 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 Tablespoon turbinado sugar 2 Tablespoon apple juice 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, ground Preparation Pastry: Place flour, salt and sugar in a food processor and pulse until well combined. Add butter and pulse for about 10 to 12 times until butter is incorporated. Add cold water while processor is…
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Continue ReadingMild fish but filled with fresh and delicious flavors. Enjoy! Ingredients 5 Tilapia fillets 3 fresh carrots, small diced 3 stalks celery, small diced 1 red onion, small chopped 3 cloves garlic, small sliced 2 stalks green onions, for garnish 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon coriander 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 Tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup red cherry wine 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Arrange tilapia fillets over a baking sheet. Season fillets with salt and pepper. Drizzle…
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Continue ReadingStuffed Purple or White Cabbage! Yes, you can also fill these beautiful colorful purple leaves that stimulate collagen, rich in vitamin C and with excellent immune-boosting properties over the white cabbage. Try it for next time! Ingredients 12-15 leaves of cabbage (purple and white) 1 1/2 cup uncooked rice 1 pound ground beef 4 cloves garlic,minced 1 Tablespoon dried mint 1 Tablespoon tomato paste 1/2 cup lemon juice 2 to 3 cups of water 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, ground Preparation 1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to boil. 2. Clean…