Tag: Lunch
03 Jan
Smoky Eggplant & tomato Mezze
by Shelly
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My friend introduced me to this mezze. It’s her Kurdish Iraqi grandmother’s recipe. We love it, including our 13 year-old Alex. Serve it with 2-3...
05 Sep
Fish Patties In Tomato & Peanut Butter Sauce
by Shelly
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I normally don’t post recipes of meat or fish because I prefer to encourage people to eat more vegetables but I had a few requests...
02 Sep
Simmered Okra, Sugar Peas & zucchini In Curry
by Shelly
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When I run out of ideas, I start chopping veggies and let them tell me what to do with them. Most of the time, they...
12 Aug
African Stew
by Shelly
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The stew is slightly spicy, sweet, acidic and nutty. It’s a satisfying main dish. The nutty flavor and creamy texture of the peanut butter is...
07 Aug
Wild Rice Salad
by Shelly
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Usually when I have leftover rice I make fried rice or rice salad with any vegetables and herbs I find in the fridge or pantry,...
27 Jul
Slow Roasted Eggplants & Shallots
by Shelly
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I’m crazy about eggplants. Especially when they’re roasted for a long time until their meat is very tender and sweet. The way they melt in...