The holidays are here and that calls for Mammool (Ma’amoul). As a holiday tradition in our family, making mammool is something that I have done …
Mammool
Fatayer (Meat or Spinach)
Fatayer are a type of hand-pies that are not just native to Lebanon. Like many of our dishes, fatayer (fa-ty-a) are enjoyed all over the …
Baklava
Everyone’s favorite sweet treat – baklava! Many variations of baklava can be found in different countries, but they all have the same basic idea. A …
Koosa
Koosa? Kousa? Cusa? No matter how it’s spelled, this dish is delicious. Summer has come to a close, and all of my koosa plants have …
Sittee’s Kibbie
Kibbie, or Kibbeh, is always a family favorite. When I was a kid, my brother and I used to pick through all of the pine …
Loubieh ‘b Zeit
Loo-bee, Loubie Bziet, Green Beans with Oil. Loubieh is one of my favorites, and most likely the easiest, recipes to make from the MGL …
Judra
With the cold weather approaching us in WNY, I could not help but make my number one comfort dish. Judra. Traditionally referred to as Mujadara, …
Tabouli
Tabouli, Tabbouleh – Tabouli is a staple when it comes to my Grandmother’s kitchen. One of the first recipes my grandma taught me how to …
Stuffed Grape Leaves
My Grandmother’s Version of Lebanese Stuffed Grape Leaves – A mezze staple and fan favorite! These Lebanese stuffed grape leaves are not only delicious but …
Welcome to My Grandmother’s Lebanese Kitchen!
Hello! I’m Eli and welcome to My Grandmother’s Lebanese Kitchen. Growing up, I was always one of the 38 (and counting) grandchildren in the kitchen. …