Author: Chef M

These biscuits are a bit dry when eaten by themselves, but the slight dryness makes them perfect for sopping up liquid. Dunk them, drown them in gravy, clean the bottom of your soup bowl with them you get the picture.

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Balela is a refreshing bean salad from the Middle East. We made it even more interesting by throwing marinated eggplant into the mix. It’s the perfect accompaniment to many of the dishes in this book, such as Baked Falafel, Mujaddara, Pudla, and more. The longer it gets to sit in the fridge, the more the flavors meld, and the more irresistible balela becomes.

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Baked lentils never tasted so good! Try serving them combined with cooked brown rice, quinoa, or baked potatoes. Add kale or spinach for a superbly healthy, filling, and fiber-rich meal.

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I’m tired of the answer to croutons being “Just leave them off.” At home it’s simple to use your favorite off-the-shelf bread or Sandwich Bread to create croutons for your soups and salads. Vary the seasonings to suit your taste and avoid allergens; leave off the olive oil and seasonings if you plan to freeze them.

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With just a few slices of bread you can craft your own bread crumbs to make Meatloaf or Chicken Tenders. Add seasonings to suit your taste, or leave them unseasoned. Due to their moisture content, I don’t recommend substituting the other breads and rolls from this book for the Sandwich Bread in the recipe, but you may substitute a safe, off-the-shelf sandwich bread.

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