Shish Taouk or Chicken Kebab Sandwich

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Shish Taouk, or Turkish Chicken Kebab is one of the most popular types of kebabs around the world.  This is largely due to popularity and availability of chicken in most western countries opposed to lamb,  traditional meat for kebabs. I personally enjoy all variations of kebabs, doners, shawarmas, gyros and … Continue reading

Sauteed Asparagus with Garlic and Olive Oil

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Asparagus which is a spring vegetable is a very good source of dietary fiber, protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, thiamin, riboflavin, rutin, niacin, folic acid, iron, phosphorus, potassium, copper, manganese and selenium.  No wonder that throughout history asparagus was recognized for both its subtle taste and … Continue reading

Glazed Chicken Legs with Asian Inspired BBQ Sauce

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Click here for the Asparagus Recipe One day as I was walking from a store I noticed there has been an increase of Asian BBQ places around the city.   They seemed to be popping up on every corner  from upscale restaurants to fast-food joints and food trucks.  Many of them … Continue reading

Summer Pasta with Broiled Zucchini

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Another stretch of hot weather, another pasta  that’s easy to quick to make. The star of this dish is zucchini or green s squash if you prefer. Zucchini is considered a summer squash because it’s harvested young and has a short storage life while winter squashes like butternut can be … Continue reading

The Grand Breakfast Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich

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I declared my fondness for the sausage, egg and cheese on a bagel sandwich in my previous post about making breakfast  sausage patties. Now after you made the sausages it’s time for the Grand Sandwich, and you know you want a piece of that. This sandwich is actually inspired by … Continue reading

Homemade Breakfast Sausage Patties

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I enjoy a good breakfast sandwich, and my all time favorite is sausage, egg and cheese on a bagel(check my recipe for Grand Breakfast sandwich featuring these patties) Somehow that pork sausage, egg and cheese just comes together in a tasty harmony with the bagel holding it all together perfectly.   … Continue reading

Summer Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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When the days are getting longer and hotter  traditional cooking usually takes a back seat to grilling, quick dinners and delivery. After all who wants to slave over a hot stove in 90 degrees weather?  That’s why one of my favorites types of dishes to make on a hot summer … Continue reading

A Sirloin Burger that’s Actually Really Good

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I’ve been searching for a perfect homemade burger (without using a grill) for some time now. Trying different combinations of meat, cooking technique and toppings, but so far I didn’t succeed in making THE BURGER. I mean I had some great burgers, but nothing that would give me a virtual … Continue reading

Baked Chicken Nuggets, the healthy ones

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Who doesn’t like Chicken Nuggets? I mean there are people that don’t, but it’s one of those food that is not depended on age, background or social class. Kids especially love them, and why wouldn’t they considering its a finger food that’s tasty easy to chew,  and its taste can … Continue reading

Baked Italian Meatballs, easiest recipe you’ll find

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Italian meatballs are probably the most famous type of meatballs out there. It’s no wonder why considering that they can be eaten alone, are a great addition to a spaghetti, divine in meatball sub, or as an add-on to pizza, mac and cheese or anything in between. The most popular … Continue reading