Tomato Rice Pilaf by Mary Joseph

This originated as a Lebanese dish that my mom always used to make, I tweaked it a bit adding tomatoes and mint and leaving out the meat that it called for. If you're a cheese lover this would be amazing with crumbled French Feta mixed in.

Hummus by Frosted Flaker

This is a great snack for any time of year. I personally serve it with Kalamata olives and sometimes even diced cucumber and/or bell pepper. Keep in mind that after blending, fine-tuning the mixture with slightly more tahini and/or lemon juice is often needed (see step 3). As a footnote, tahini is what gives the hummus its creamy…

Rosemary-scented lentils and sausage by Kimberly Lindstrom

Best. lentils. Ever.

Easy Persian Rice in a Rice Cooker by John Spottiswood

Admittedly, this doesn't capture the crunch outside of the normal method of making persian rice. But if you are just looking for a fluffy and buttery rice to serve with a stew or tagine, this works wonderfully and is super easy.

FRUIT YOGURT DRINK by MARIA LOURDES V. LIPARDO-AYUB

Subscribe to my YouTube Channel (Lipardo's Global Kitchen) for more recipes and future raffle draws for giveaway prizes. It is a very refreshing and nutritious drink which soothes your feelings from hot weather...

Tabbouleh Salad by Micheline

A refreshing, low calorie, garlicky, tasty bulgur salad.

Spiced pork medallions with cranberries by Easy Cook - Laka kuharica

Savory, tasty pork medallions with a sweet touch of cranberries.

SHAKSHUKA (ARABIAN EGG OMELETTE) by MARIA LOURDES V. LIPARDO-AYUB

I love Middle Eastern food. It's so delicate and exotic. Our Arabian neighbors used to send us food on different occasions. This dish is one of my favorite things abroad...

Warm Spiced Lentils by Terri Maikkula

This is a great, heart healthy recipe that is great served over brown rice and accompanied by a salad or a coleslaw.

Stuffed mushrooms w spicy pastrami filling by Chef Feiny www.feintastingfoods.com

One of my childhood favorites......I made this dish for Thanksgiving and within 5 minutes, The whole plate was empty.....

mini pita bread by neha mathur

Mini pita bread....

Classic Sesame Butter Tahini by Tomer Treves

Classic Middle Eastern Tahini is made with sesame butter. Use premium organic sesame butter for the perfect nutty flavor. Healthy and delicious.

Mango- Banana Smoothie Recipe by swati paathak

Smoothies are the best way to enjoy fruits. This smoothie is as delicious as breakfast but also serves well as an afternoon snack or even a frosty dessert. Mango banana smoothie is a thick, creamy and tasty smoothie.

Beetroot Salad with Peppers and Lettuce by gypsy696

Lasagna by Carolinaheartstrings

The Husband is delighted this month because it is International recipe month at Carolina HeartStrings and I decided to make one of his favorite things, lasagna. Nothing fancy, just an easy, always tasty recipe, not an authentic Italian recipe I know, but it is delicious! My mother was a great cook and made all kinds of dishes,…