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Easy Baklava

Submitted by: ARVILLALAR

Phyllo dough is layered with butter, cinnamon and nuts and baked, then topped with a honey syrup and allowed to cool before eating.

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Choereg (Armenian Easter Bread)

Submitted by: Ani

Living In: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Ok...so my mother would just kill me if she knew I made our family recipe for Choereg public. But my policy is 'why keep a good thing to myself'. Choereg is a traditional, slightly sweet bread, especially made for Easter. It is delicious for breakfast with a nice cup of coffee. It takes some level of skill, but anyone used to handling yeast should not have a problem. You can find Mahleb at Middle Eastern grocery stores, especially around Easter. It will be with the spices. Please do not omit it, as this is what gives it its distinctive flavour and aroma.

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Basboosa II

Submitted by: Felicia Manocchio

Home Town: Buffalo, New York, USA

Living In: Boca Raton, Florida, USA

This is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert made of semolina flour, yogurt, and coconut. To adjust the sweetness, you can half or double the amount of sugar in the lemon syrup.

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Lahmacun Turkish Pizza

Submitted by: lysis

A flavorful sauce of ground lamb, herbs, tomatoes, and bell peppers top this Turkish flatbread.

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Mediterranean Meat Pies (Sfeeha)

Submitted by: LauraT

A savory combo of ground beef and lamb is tucked inside puff pastry and baked to make these crispy appetizer bites.

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Mellas Family Lamb Stuffed Zucchini (Koosa)

Submitted by: blancdeblanc

Home Town: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Living In: Kirkland, Washington, USA

Lamb, rice, and mint are stuffed inside large zucchini and braised in a cinnamon spiced tomato sauce.

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Lebanese Seven Spices

Submitted by: orayeena

This seven-spice mix is actually a blend of eight spices!

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Cyprus Gyro Burger

Submitted by: James

Living In: Davis, West Virginia, USA

These savory beef burgers are seasoned with sumac and Urfa biber, which are spices available in Middle Eastern markets or online, and served with a cool cucumber yogurt sauce.

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Mama Marie's Moroccan Tuna Brik

Submitted by: Avon

This triangle-shaped, fried appetizer filled with tuna and capers is famous throughout the Middle East.

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Namoora (Basboosa)

Submitted by: basboos

Living In: Chicago, Illinois, USA

This sticky Lebanese confection is made with dry farina (sometimes known as Cream of Wheat®), baked to a golden brown, and drizzled with sweet syrup flavored with orange blossoms.

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Hummus III

Submitted by: RC2STEP

As a spread, dip or garlicky pita filling, classic hummus is both delicious and satisfying. Best of all, it's whipped up in seconds in a blender or food processor.

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Sean's Falafel and Cucumber Sauce

Provided by: Sean

You don't have to use powdered mix to make your own falafel! Mashed chickpeas are combined with onion, bread crumbs, egg and herbs, and fried. Serve with the cucumber sauce in a pita with tomatoes.

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Peppy's Pita Bread

Provided by: Sandy

Easy to make pita style bread.

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Real Hummus

Submitted by: ROYHOBBS

Flavorful hummus makes a wonderful snack or appetizer, and is great with warm pita bread or veggies.

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Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf

Submitted by: SABRINATEE

Toasted cashews and tender asparagus are mixed with seasoned jasmine rice and cooked pasta.

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Extra Easy Hummus

Provided by: Donalyn

Tahini-free hummus that only takes minutes, and is a favorite with my kids.

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Pita Chips

Provided by: Dawn

These fresh-from-the-oven triangles--pre-brushed with olive oil and herbs--have a warm and crunchy warm snap that you just can't get from a store bought bag.

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Middle Eastern Rice with Black Beans and Chickpeas

Submitted by: JULIEP

I got this recipe from a friend who is from Bethlehem. The flavors are just delicious. The possibilities of add-ins are endless.

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Baba Ghanoush

Provided by: Winky

This classic, pungent Middle Eastern spread is best when refrigerated for three hours prior to serving.

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Easy Hummus

Submitted by: ELOVINGS

I make this hummus all the time. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, and it's healthier without the oil. Increase or decrease the ingredients as desired, especially the jalapenos! Serve with pita chips or fresh veggie slices. Add more of the reserved bean liquid for a smoother dip.