Who says you can’t have a thick, creamy soup that happens to be vegan? Well, here it is, creamy without the cream, and sweet without the sugar. Dense in nutrients and incredibly light. It’s quite simple to make, and it can be enjoyed by everyone in the family, including a pre-teething baby! What I love most […]

“Then Jacob gave Esau some bread and lentil stew.” (Genesis 24:34) So as you might have guessed from the Biblical verse above, the Old Testament suggests that the origins of this dish in the Mediterranean/Levantine region may be traced thousands of years back! Like most lentil-based foods (or mjadra, as we call them), I find […]

You’ll instantly be drawn toward the bright pink/magenta color–and so will the kids. And if you’re a fan of hummus, then you will most likely add this one to your favorites too. It makes a great dip for veggie sticks (such as celery, carrots, turnips, cucumbers), baked chips, or baked pita strips. It is also […]