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A close up image of a casserole dish with crab spinach dip.

Crab Spinach Artichoke Dip

November 13, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

A creamy crab spinach artichoke dip is a warm, cheesy appetizer that always disappears fast. It’s loaded with lump crab meat, tender spinach and tangy artichoke hearts, then baked until golden and bubbly. Serve it with toasted bread, pita chips, tortilla chips or veggie sticks. Ingredients Ingredient Notes How to Make Artichoke Crab Spinach Dip...

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Meal Plan (59)

November 12, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

I know figuring out what’s for dinner every single night can get exhausting. That’s why each week I put together a FREE meal plan to take some of that pressure off. You’ll get a main dish plus easy side ideas for every weekday, with family-friendly recipes that I hope will make everyone at the table...

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Cake mix snickerdoodles with crackled tops and a cinnamon-sugar coating piled on a white serving plate.

Cake Mix Snickerdoodle Cookies

November 12, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

Cake mix snickerdoodle cookies are an easy way to make classic snickerdoodles. An irresistible cinnamon cookie that is soft and chewy with the right amount of crunch from the cinnamon sugar coating. Expect a fun shortcut version with its own flavor and texture. The cake mix gives these cookies a soft bite, and without cream...

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Bruschetta Dip

November 8, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 5 Comments

This Bruschetta Dip is the perfect appetizer for any occasion. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and made with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and balsamic vinegar, this dip is a delicious twist on the classic Italian bruschetta. Save this recipe by clicking on the ❤️ heart on the right-hand side of the screen or...

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Pistachio Bundt Cake

November 6, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 1 Comment

A moist pistachio bundt cake made with real pistachios processed into both pistachio flour and rich homemade pistachio paste so every bite is full of nutty flavor. This elegant cake is a crowd pleasing centerpiece for holidays and dinner parties. Ingredients & Substitutions Pro Tip Allow the cake to cool in the pan for approximately...

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Meal Plan (58)

November 3, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

I know figuring out what’s for dinner every single night can get exhausting. That’s why each week I put together a FREE meal plan to take some of that pressure off. You’ll get a main dish plus easy side ideas for every weekday, with family-friendly recipes that I hope will make everyone at the table...

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A ladle scooping molokhia from a clay pot on a white table with some pita bread on the side.

Best Molokhia, Egyptian Mulukhia

November 3, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 80 Comments

Molokhia, also Mulukhia is a green soup made from minced Jews/Jute mallow leaves and cooked in broth. This is the Egyptian Molokhia with all its tips and tricks from my grandma's kitchen. Molokhia Almost everyone I know loves Molokhia and it is a mother's secret in Egypt to feed little kids other vegetables too. You...

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Whipped Sweet Potatoes

October 27, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

Growing up in Egypt, we ate sweet potatoes straight from the oven, piping hot with a little honey and cinnamon. These whipped sweet potatoes bring those familiar, cozy flavors to the dinner table with butter, cream, and maple syrup. They’re smooth, fluffy, and made with just five simple ingredients. If you're looking to break free...

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Meal Plan (57)

October 27, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

I know figuring out what’s for dinner every single night can get exhausting. That’s why each week I put together a FREE meal plan to take some of that pressure off. You’ll get a main dish plus easy side ideas for every weekday, with family-friendly recipes that I hope will make everyone at the table...

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Bowl of creamy tomato tortellini soup with spinach and a spoon scooping up a tortellini.

Instant Pot Tortellini Soup

October 23, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 5 Comments

Instant Pot tortellini soup is a flavorful, tomato-based soup packed with herbs, spinach, and cheesy tortellini. It’s ultra-creamy without being heavy, and ready in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect dinner for busy, chilly weeknights. Using your Instant Pot makes dinner after a long, busy day so easy. Ingredients are sautéed in the pot,...

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Pecan Snowball Cookies

October 20, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 32 Comments

Pecan snowball cookies are the one cookie you must have on your holiday cookie platters. Buttery bites with a crumbly texture, a slight nutty flavor and a delicious sweet coating. Perhaps you remember these little round snowball shaped cookies on your grandma's cookie tray along with sugar cookies. Much like Kahk in the Middle East,...

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October 18, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

I know figuring out what’s for dinner every single night can get exhausting. That’s why each week I put together a FREE meal plan to take some of that pressure off. You’ll get a main dish plus easy side ideas for every weekday, with family-friendly recipes that I hope will make everyone at the table...

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Glass mug of ginger latte topped with whipped cream and crumb sprinkles, with a cinnamon stick beside it.

Ginger Latte

October 17, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 2 Comments

Ginger latte is a gourmet style coffee easily made in minutes at home. This creamy and luxurious coffee drink is perfect for warming up your insides, especially on chilly days. Unlike standard ginger lattes that rely on heavy sugary syrups or artificial flavorings, this recipe steeps freshly sliced ginger and whole spices directly in the...

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Pistachio croissants dusted with powdered sugar and crushed pistachios on a wooden board, with a torn piece on a plate nearby.

Pistachio Croissants

October 16, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 1 Comment

Turn everyday store-bought croissants into a café-worthy treat in under 45 minutes. Buttery and packed with homemade pistachio filling, they’re perfect for enjoying with your morning coffee. Ingredients Pro Tip Day-old croissants are best for being able to keep their shape as well as being able to soak in the simple syrup without becoming soggy,...

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Pumpkin Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

October 14, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 14 Comments

This moist pumpkin bundt cake is made from scratch with pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and cloves, then topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. It’s an easy fall dessert that is as stunning to serve as it is delicious to eat. Ingredients and Substitutions Instructions Expert Tips Storage Troubleshooting More Pumpkin Desserts More Bundt Cakes

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Meal Plan (55)

October 11, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

I know figuring out what’s for dinner every single night can get exhausting. That’s why each week I put together a FREE meal plan to take some of that pressure off. You’ll get a main dish plus easy side ideas for every weekday, with family-friendly recipes that I hope will make everyone at the table...

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A bird's eye view of a bowl of barley soup.

Instant Pot Beef and Barley Soup

October 10, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 5 Comments

This Instant Pot beef and barley soup combines tender beef, chewy barley, and vegetables in a rich, savory broth. Oregano and basil give this cozy classic a little extra flavor, making it a satisfying one pot dinner for chilly evenings. Recipe Ingredients Ingredients and Substitutions Instructions Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The...

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How to Cook Sweet Potatoes

October 9, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

Growing up in Egypt, sweet potatoes were one of my favorite winter treats. My mom would roast them in the oven, and we would enjoy them warm, soft, and naturally sweet. To this day, the smell of roasted sweet potatoes takes me right back to those cozy winter days. Although baking is still my favorite...

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October 5, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim Leave a Comment

I know figuring out what’s for dinner every single night can get exhausting. That’s why each week I put together a FREE meal plan to take some of that pressure off. You’ll get a main dish plus easy side ideas for every weekday, with family-friendly recipes that I hope will make everyone at the table...

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A close up of Anise Biscotti on a plate.

Italian Anise Biscotti Recipe

October 5, 2026 By Amira Ibrahim 40 Comments

These anise biscotti are crisp, lightly sweet, and full of that lovely licorice-like flavor from anise seeds. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they are twice baked for a satisfying crunch that’s perfect for dunking in tea or coffee. These always take me back to my school days in Egypt: a cup of milk tea, books...

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