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October 14, 2013
I would like to apologize for not posting in such a long time. I had lost my camera and it was just found about two week ago. My daughter insisted she did not have it but low and behold she found it between a couple of games while packing to go to the AWA Convention. We had a lot going on since then as well, including my sister’s birthday party. I was busy with the party so I am not...
September 9, 2013
Chicken with Mixed Vegetables or Tavuklu Türlü My sweet sister, Kim had brought me these fresh green beans, a small eggplant and some juicy tomatoes from her garden and I knew I had to make something really delicious out of them. I had some boneless, skinless chicken breast in the fridge so I decided to make this Chicken with Mixed Vegetables or Tavuklu Türlü. It was so good, I only had a small amount left for lunch the next...
June 26, 2013
A high school friend of mine posted a pic of Sabra Hummus on Facebook a little earlier and I realized that I had still not posted my recipe for this versatile appetizer. It is really easy to make and while I really like Sabra brand, making it homemade is really better and cheaper. Another benefit, no added preservatives. The variations for preparation are endless as well. You could roast some garlic, toast some pine nuts, roast some eggplant or...
May 15, 2013
Köfteli Pilav or Rice with Meatballs Köfteli Pilav or Rice with Meatballs is a dish that is simple to make as well as delicious. Of course as always, we like to drizzle on a little Garlic Yogurt. You could also serve this with a nice Shepherd’s Salad and a cold glass of Ayran. Hope you enjoy the recipe! Afiyet Olsun! Köfteli Pilav or Rice with Meatballs Save Print Köfteli Pilav or Rice with Meatballs Author: April Ozbilgin Recipe...
April 28, 2013
It has been a long while since I have been able to prepare a dish, photograph it, and get it posted. Today, I am making a FRESH start with a really reFRESHING salad. This Mercimek Salata or Lentil Salad would be great for a light lunch or as a side dish with grilled meats. It has an interesting tangy flavor that I think you will enjoy. If you cannot find Pomegranate Molasses or Syrup, you could probably substitute balsamic vinegar...
April 4, 2013
Well, my friends Zehra and Ismail are visiting their son here in Alabama. They invited me over the other day and Zehra hanim made a delicious börek with potatoes. I took some home and my sister tried it and she really liked it so I decided to make us some with Spinach and Cheese. It was really delicious! The thing I love about börek is that it is delicious anytime of day. You can have it for breakfast, a light lunch...
March 24, 2013
Well, Spring has arrived but the cold weather has lingered a little longer than expected here in Alabama. It was really cold a couple of nights ago and I wanted to make some good old comfort food. What better to satisfy than some Oven Roasted Köfte with Potatoes or Fırında Köfte Patates hot out of the oven. Of course as usual, I had some garlic yogurt handy for mine! Afiyet Olsun! Oven Roasted Köfte with Potatoes or Fırında Köfte...
March 4, 2013
One of my favorite Turkish foods is Lahmacun. Lahmacun is traditionally made mixing ground lamb with onions, pepper paste and some spices. You can use beef if you prefer. When I lived in Turkey, all I had to do was walk out onto the street and could easily find a Lahmacun Salonu or even better pick up the phone and order some to be delivered to the house. Since, there are no Lahmacun Salons in Alabama, I figured I...
February 25, 2013
One of Fatih Sultan Mehmet’s favorite foods was a dish called Mutancana. Lamb meat was sauteed in butter with shallots and cooked until tender. Then dried fruits and almonds were added and cooked a little longer. It was seasoned with honey and sumac which gives it a sweet and sour effect. If you want to eat like a Turkish Sultan, you should try and make this dish. I made my Mutancana with Beef and it could also be made...
February 12, 2013
One would think that pita bread is difficult to make at home but it is really quite simple. Just a few ingredients, a pizza stone and a hot, hot oven and you can enjoy really delicious pita bread. Now it is not going to be as good as what you could get from a bakery in Turkey or a Middle Eastern Bakery but it will definitely be better than what you can buy packaged here in the States. So...
February 11, 2013
One of my favorite kinds of dolmas are etli kabak dolması which is zucchini stuffed with meat. I decided to make some tonight. My sister, Kim had given me some big beautiful tomatoes that she had bought at Smith Sisters produce stand in Attalla. I thought they would look really good with the zucchini so I used them as well. I think the tomatoes give a nice visual appeal. These dolmas are delicious on their own however they are...
February 1, 2013
Americans are crazy about Ranch Dip or Ranch Sauce with just about everything including Chicken Fingers, Baked Potatoes, Salads, Fries and raw veggies. I have to admit, I am not a huge fan of raw veggies on their own, but give me a little dip that tastes delicious and I really enjoy them. I like Ranch too, but not the stuff you get out of a bottle with all those preservatives. I started making this creamy feta sauce for my...
