Ramadan or Ramazan as we say in Turkish is a special time of the year, it is a test of will, self confidience and most of all being grateful for what one has in their lives. Fasting – is to abstain oneself from food or eat very little or to not certain types of food. When we do this,... Read More »
This is not a simple chicken and rice dish, it is actually very flavourful and very filling. It is very simple to put together and serves very well. Any sort of Indian rice works, it can be substituted with Jasmine rice or what ever sort of rice you prefer to use. Just make sure to use the... Read More »
My favorite a simple, quick and very delicious Red Lentil Soup. It is an easy simple recipe and always a favorite in my house hold. Simply put everything together add water, salt and let cook until completely soft. Run through a blender and serve hot. Garnish with lemon juice and sprinkle of mint. Everything... Read More »
A traditional Turkish meal is never complete with out a salad, it sort of completes a table in our mind or may that’s just what we are accustomed to. The salad could be simple as couple of chopped cucumbers & tomatoes mixed with light dressing of oil, salt and lemon juice. Simply... Read More »
Another Ramadan in the year 2010 is upon us. I have several Ramadan recipes posted and hope to post several more before we leave for Turkey in September to celebrate Bayram, our joyous holiday with our families in Turkey. Wishing you all a safe, wordelful and prosperous start to Ramadan. ... Read More »
My mom’s famous and DeLicIous Walnut Rolls! Cevizli Ekmek May I interest you in a few or maybe you would like some Baklava. I can not believe how quickly this holiday came upon us, it seems like just yesterday we celebrated Ramadan. Eid al-Adha is our muslim holiday celebrated worldwide,... Read More »
I don’t know about you all but I love a good mushroom dish and from the emails I received, I must say their are some die hard mushroom lovers. This dish was prepared by my cousin Duriye during her Iftar invite, she prepared and served as a wonderful side dish. It can also be prepared as a great... Read More »
