When I need a quick, satisfying weeknight meal that uses up ground beef in the fridge, I turn to this Iraqi-style one-pot ground beef and potato curry. It’s fast, family-friendly, and full of warm, aromatic spices—my favourite Iraqi trio of curry powder, cumin and coriander give it depth. The beef is cooked first until well … Read more

These bone-in beef short ribs are slowly braised in the oven in a rich, tangy pomegranate sauce until the meat falls apart. The sauce is the star: pomegranate molasses brings bright acidity, ketchup adds depth and umami, and a touch of soy sauce provides balanced saltiness. Onions and garlic simmered slowly with these ingredients transform … Read more

Learn how to make homemade pumpkin pie spice in under five minutes using just five common pantry spices. This warm, cozy blend is ideal for pumpkin pies, quick breads, muffins, cookies, lattes, and many other fall favorites. When autumn arrives I go through jars of pumpkin pie spice quickly — it’s my go-to seasoning for … Read more

Just a box grater, two raw beets, a large carrot and pomegranate molasses are all you need to create a vibrant, restaurant-quality salad. The ingredients are minimal, the preparation is fast, and the result is a bright, crunchy, tangy and slightly sweet salad that becomes an instant favorite. I make this when I don’t want … Read more

This layered zucchini dish is my go-to when I need a quick, flavorful way to use up zucchini. The flavors are inspired by kousa mahshi but it comes together much faster. Perfectly roasted or air-fried zucchini is layered with seven-spiced ground beef, a garlicky tomato sauce, and a cooling mint yogurt sauce. Toasted pine nuts … Read more

Crispy and golden, this oven-baked stuffed flatbread makes a satisfying lunch and freezes beautifully for quick meals. A soft, yeasted dough is filled with a fragrant seven-spice ground beef mixture, then pressed thin and spread with plenty of olive oil so the bottom becomes crisp. The tops are scored to prevent puffing, brushed with egg … Read more

This peach mango smoothie tastes like a glass of sunshine — bright, tropical, and naturally sweet. Made with just six simple ingredients and ready in about five minutes, it’s thick and creamy without using ice, making it ideal for breakfast, a quick snack, or a cooling summer treat. Every summer I buy too many peaches … Read more

This is my baba’s favourite and truly transformative method for cooking whole fish. The fish is butterflied, seasoned and briefly broiled, then generously coated with an Iraqi-style spice paste that keeps you coming back for more. It’s quick, simple and remarkably satisfying. In this version I use Pompano, although other mild white-fleshed fish work well … Read more

This one-pot, Greek-inspired meatballs and potatoes recipe is a quick and simple skillet dinner. Juicy, garlicky meatballs and tender, lemon-scented potatoes cook together in a single pan. A bright, savory broth forms as the dish simmers—perfect for spooning over rice or mopping up with crusty bread. The recipe is designed to be fast on the … Read more

These frozen Snickers banana pops are a lighter, better-for-you frozen treat you’ll want to keep in the freezer all summer. Each banana half is spread with creamy peanut butter, pressed with crunchy peanuts, and dipped in dark chocolate for a perfect sweet-and-salty bite. They’re vegan, gluten-free, easy to assemble, and a great recipe for kids … Read more