Grain & Legumes

Bulgur Pilaf with Chickpeas and Dried ApricotsBulgur Pilaf with Chickpeas and Dried Apricots

Bulgur Pilaf with Chickpeas and Dried Apricots

We feel blessed every day of the year, but Thanksgiving Day gives us a chance, when we’re not busy cooking,…

5 years ago
Lentil Soup with MeatballsLentil Soup with Meatballs

Lentil Soup with Meatballs

An unusual cold-front hit much of the Mid-to-Eastern part of the US over the past few days, sending shivers down…

5 years ago
Gorgod Abour KHOURE TANOU / ԽՈՒՐԸ ԹԱՆՈՒ – A dish with Bulgur and Vegetables from Sonia TashjianGorgod Abour KHOURE TANOU / ԽՈՒՐԸ ԹԱՆՈՒ – A dish with Bulgur and Vegetables from Sonia Tashjian

Gorgod Abour KHOURE TANOU / ԽՈՒՐԸ ԹԱՆՈՒ – A dish with Bulgur and Vegetables from Sonia Tashjian

The following recipe is one of Sonia Tashjian’s go-to dishes. It’s easy to prepare, and most Armenians will have all…

6 years ago
Bijug – Bulgur Patties in Tomato Sauce – a recipe from Sonia TashjianBijug – Bulgur Patties in Tomato Sauce – a recipe from Sonia Tashjian

Bijug – Bulgur Patties in Tomato Sauce – recipe from Sonia Tashjian

Sonia Tashjian Sonia Tashjian, Armenian food expert and enthusiast, is a never-ending source of interesting, delicious, and easy-to-prepare recipes from…

6 years ago
Nammoura – a (Slightly) Healthier Version – and two more recipesNammoura – a (Slightly) Healthier Version – and two more recipes

Nammoura – (Slightly) Healthier Version – and two more recipes

I have to admit I haven’t been cooking as much as usual for the past week, and for that I…

6 years ago
Stay cool with Chilled Yogurt-based Soups!Stay cool with Chilled Yogurt-based Soups!

Stay cool with Chilled Yogurt-based Soups!

Outdoor temperatures are beginning to rise, so it's time to start collecting recipes for chilled soup.   Rich, tangy,  creamy yogurt-based…

6 years ago
Chickpea-Tahini and Brown Rice PieChickpea-Tahini and Brown Rice Pie

Chickpea-Tahini and Brown Rice Pie

If you’re looking for a hearty, nourishing meal that satisfies a Lenten, vegetarian, and/or vegan diet, this just might be…

6 years ago
Lentil – Olive – Mushroom PattiesLentil – Olive – Mushroom Patties

Lentil – Olive – Mushroom Patties

One of my go-to Lenten recipes is Lentil - Olive - Mushroom Patties. It’s easy, tasty and satisfying. If you…

6 years ago
Kufteh, an Armenian Favorite!Kufteh, an Armenian Favorite!

Kufteh, an Armenian Favorite!

There’s been a lot of buzz about kufteh lately on several Armenian cooking Face Book sites. People are asking: What…

6 years ago
Armenian Madzoon Abour (Yogurt Soup)Armenian Madzoon Abour (Yogurt Soup)

Armenian Madzoon Abour (Yogurt Soup)

Doug and I are supposed to be on a bus trip today from our new community in SC to Lake…

6 years ago