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 We’ve been having some damp, chilly spring days lately, but Kemal’s southwestern gumbo has warmed us up inside nicely, making our stomachs purr in contentment. One bowl is quite filling, especially with a hunk of crusty bread smeared with butter. Yummmm! I’m curious though…when it comes to soups, stews, and gumbos, do you prefer eating yours … [read more]  Even though Spring officially arrived about a week or so ago, it continue to be quite chilly. It’s not bitterly cold by any means, but chilly enough that we’re still wearing our winter coats. And blustery chilly days and nights means we enjoy huge pots of soup to warm us from the inside out. Kemal … [read more]  Moussaka is a popular meal in the Balkans and in the Middle East. It’s made in numerous ways, but it’s basically a layered casserole made with vegetables. Sometimes it’s made with vegetables and legumes. Sometimes it’s made with vegetables and meat. Sometimes it’s made vegan, while other times it’s made with cheese and/or yogurt. It also … [read more]  Want a fun family meal that everyone will love? Need a hearty party meal for your Superbowl party? Make some potato nachos! They’re fairly quick and easy to make, and the recipe is quite versatile. You can add ground beef or chicken if you like, or if you prefer refried beans, green chilies, and lots of … [read more]  I’ve read a lot of excellent reviews about this restaurant, and we finally went there today for lunch. The food was incredibly delicious and the service was over-the-top. After reading so many positive reviews about the restaurant, I was eager to try it. The lady who waited on us said they make everything from scratch, including … [read more]  Neither Kemal nor I had tried Napa cabbage until last night. We picked some up at the grocery store the other day, and Kemal made us a hearty stew with it. It was fantastic! The ginger chili sweet and spicy sauce added a wonderful flavor to the vegetables, as did the sesame oil. While we really enjoyed … [read more]  Last night Kemal made a wonderful moussaka for us for dinner. It’s a wholesome and incredibly delicious meal that’s perfect on a cold, winter day. Moussaka is popular in the Balkans, Mediterranean, and the Middle East, and it’s basically a layered casserole that’s usually made with eggplant, tomatoes, and meat. There are endless varieties of moussaka. It … [read more]  I hate wasting food…especially something as tasty and good for you as potato skins. So tonight when Kemal was peeling potatoes for dinner, I baked the peels, and I’ll probably have them tomorrow morning for breakfast with some homemade ranch dressing that I whipped up. The ranch dressing is super easy to make, and if you have … [read more]  We love stuffed peppers, and it seems like every time we make them, they’re a little different. Here are two other ways we’ve made them: Vesna’s Cheesy Potato Stuffed Peppers and Kemal’s Veal and Rice Stuffed Peppers, Zucchinis, and Tomatoes This time, Kemal added anise and fresh mint, and the anise gives the stuffed peppers a wonderful taste … [read more]  Thanksgiving dinner will be simple since it’ll just be the two of us and since Kemal doesn’t really care much for turkey. I’m making bread (lepinje) and dessert (homemade halva, bourbon balls, and Turkish delight.) Kemal’s making dinner. On his menu is his famous chicken fingers, garlic mashed potatoes, roasted red peppers, and bok choy stew. Here’s … [read more] |
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