Aprah Du Zayto – Assyrian Stuffed Grape Leaves

In Cookbook, Food Around The World, Gluten-free by Lisa Soldo-Johnson2 Comments

Most people know stuffed grape leaves by the name Dolmas.  While many cultures and families across the globe create their version of this Mediterranean favorite, mine happens to be a recipe from Assyria. I learned to make Aprah Du Zayto from my friend Suheyla – and believe me they are one of the best! Everyone who eats a Suheyla’s table …

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Italian Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction

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Italian Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction is always been one of my favorite dishes to make when I want a deliciously light lunch or impressive appetizer for gatherings.  The classic combination of sliced tomatoes and Mozzarella cheese topped with fresh basil is even better when adding a homemade balsamic reduction to create the subtle essence of sweet and sour with …

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Lemon Garlic Babaganoush

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Lemon Garlic Baba ganoush is a favorite Mediterranean eggplant spread that originated in Lebanon but is enjoyed through out the middle east and around the world.  Made from roasted eggplant, garlic, and lemon juice; this flavor-packed spread is typically served as an appetizer or enjoyed with breakfast, lunch, or dinner and paired with freshly baked pita. What makes baba ganoush …

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Texas-Style Chili with Apple Smoked Cheddar

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Texas-style chili with Apple Smoked Cheddar cheese is everything you expect from a comfort food meal. Deliciously satisfying, comfortably filling, and once you reach the bottom of the bowl, you will want more. Texas reigns supreme for making some of the best-smoked foods in the country and since Mexico is their neighbor, Tex-Mex food is a big part of the …

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Russian Beef Stroganov with Italian Tagliatelle – Instant Pot Recipe

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Russian beef Stroganov with Italian Tagliatelle is an Instant Pot Recipe I created using basic ingredients from my refrigerator and pantry. This dish is everything you want a down-home comfort food meal to taste like.  And best of all, it’s a hardy meal that feeds 4-6 people and is ready in just over an hour.  To me, that’s the perfect …