Skip the butter and sugar and try this healthy olive oil banana walnut bread that is naturally sweetened with honey and dates! The few ingredient tweaks here make an excellent, reduced-guilt banana bread. But don't worry, this lower-calorie version is every bit as indulgent, moist and satisfying! Be … [Read more...]
Easy Lahmacun Recipe
Think of Lahmacun (Lahamajoun) as super thin, crispy Turkish pizza (or Armenian pizza), topped with a flavor-packed mixture of minced meat with peppers, tomato, fresh herbs and earthy spices. I take a major shortcut by using quality store-bought pizza dough. But the secret is in the spice … [Read more...]
Easy Apple Strudel with Phyllo
Homemade apple filling rolled in layers of paper-thin phyllo makes a light, flaky, and extra crispy apple strudel. This easy apple strudel with phyllo dough is the perfect dessert for a small crowd. Trust me, you'll be the hero of the party! If you've been following for a while, you probably … [Read more...]
Lighter Orange Ricotta Cake
Show-stopping orange ricotta cake, made just a bit lighter with part-skim ricotta and olive oil. Ricotta's texture and its mild and sweet flavor have made it a top choice in Italian cakes and desserts. And one of my absolute favorites happens to be torta di ricotta, a gorgeous tart made by … [Read more...]