In conversation with my mother. Maureen: What kinds of trees did you have in your yard growing up in Ohio?… The post Let your mind wander appeared first on Maureen Abood.| Maureen Abood
Zucchini bread is a beloved traditional quick bread for its moist texture and how easy it is to make. There… The post Zucchini Bread appeared first on Maureen Abood.| Maureen Abood
BEST recipe for fried zucchini that is light and crispy! Step-by-step instructions to great fried zucchini.| Maureen Abood
Pistachio gelato achieves deep pistachio flavor using pistachio butter, paste, or cream. Gelato is softer than ice cream and easy to make homemade!| Maureen Abood
When we were out picking in the raspberry fields last week, our shout-outs to one another included what to make… The post Raspberry Picking appeared first on Maureen Abood.| Maureen Abood
Maybe it’s because the very thought of an ice cube near my teeth has always made me cringe and run.…| Maureen Abood
There are very few downsides to my work with Rose Water & Orange Blossoms. Except one thing: I share stuff,…| Maureen Abood
Flourless Chocolate Cake Recipe| maureenabood.com
Chocolate torte is a rich, deeply chocolatey cake with a dense, moist crumb. It's easy to make and always impresses!| Maureen Abood
Cherry Pie Filling can be so much better homemade than standard canned or store-bought pie fillings. This cooked filling is at… The post Cherry Pie Filling appeared first on Maureen Abood.| Maureen Abood
For the most part, we don’t seek out Arabic or Mediterranean restaurants all that often. I figure this is because… The post A Bright Discovery appeared first on Maureen Abood.| Maureen Abood
Pistachio pesto is an incredibly delicious and easy twist on traditional pesto, with fresh basil, pistachios, garlic, parmesan, and olive oil.| Maureen Abood
Preheat the oven to 350°F and place a rack in the center position. Coat 2 9-inch cake pans with butter and line the bottoms with parchment circles.| maureenabood.com
Simple syrup is a breeze to make yourself and keeps for a very long time! It's an essential ingredient in many pastries, plus cold drinks.| Maureen Abood
Easy Valentine's Cake| maureenabood.com
Indulgence in this chocolate cake with marshmallow frosting and a rich caramel filling. This decadent dessert combines layers of moist chocolate cake, fluffy marshmallow frosting, and a gooey caramel center for the ultimate sweet treat. Perfect for special occasions and chocolate lovers.| Maureen Abood
Raspberry buttercream is naturally pink and full of raspberry flavor with just butter, freeze-dried raspberries, and confectioners' sugar.| Maureen Abood
Make a beautiful heart shaped cake with these easy steps, using basic pans you probably already have on-hand!| Maureen Abood
These strawberry jam bars are the perfect combination of fresh strawberry jam, a shortbread crust, and easy topping. Try any jam variation!| Maureen Abood
When I recently thumbed through my mom’s file of loose recipes, written on their various vintage papers and recipe cards…| Maureen Abood
Mamoul cookies are traditional butter cookies filled with walnuts. They are decorative, rich, buttery, and melt in your mouth!| Maureen Abood
Lebanese spinach pies, or fatayer, are savory little pockets of dough stuffed with a flavorful spinach filling. Get my tips for success!| Maureen Abood
Lebanese Mujadara is a pilaf of lentils with rice or bulgur and caramelized onions. Make authentic mujadara with my tried-and-true recipe.| Maureen Abood
My authentic Lebanese Fattoush Salad recipe is made with fresh vegetables, an addictive tangy Fattoush dressing, and pita chips. The best!| Maureen Abood
My Lebanese baklawa recipe gives you step-by-step instructions so you can enjoy baking and eating this beautiful classic pastry.| Maureen Abood
How to make hummus. A homemade hummus recipe with just a few simple ingredients and tips to get the very best results.| Maureen Abood
Here is the soft, homemade cinnamon rolls recipe of our dreams! Get tips and step-by-step instructions for a great treat to wake up to.| Maureen Abood
Pumpkin bars are a seasonal favorite, with classic pumpkin spice flavor in a cake frosted with a thick layer of silky cream cheese frosting.| Maureen Abood
The olive oil supports the warm flavors of this moist, luscious carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. Yogurt in the batter adds tenderness.| Maureen Abood
My Mom's Chocolate Buttercream is the simplest, smoothest, most luscious chocolate buttercream you can make or eat!| Maureen Abood
BEST authentic Lebanese recipes you can make at home. All of the favorites and more: kibbeh, grape leaves, hummus, labneh, fattoush and more!| Maureen Abood
Yogurt dip with mint has it all: great flavor, good health, and it comes together with just a couple of… The post Yogurt Dip appeared first on Maureen Abood.| Maureen Abood
For me to present to you a perfectly procured, trimmed, sliced and grilled lamb lollipops strikes me as a decent… The post Chine on, lollipop! appeared first on Maureen Abood.| Maureen Abood
Here's how to make a beautiful, fluffy star bread with filled layers and twisted edges. My recipe is fun to make and great for holidays!| Maureen Abood
It all started when I arrived in Florida for a visit that March. My nephew ran out to the car… The post Picture Perfect appeared first on Maureen Abood.| Maureen Abood
Lily of the Valley. Pink Peony. Rhubarb. These first flavors of late spring are the old-fashioned ones, the ones that… The post Spring Nostalgia appeared first on Maureen Abood.| Maureen Abood
My easy rhubarb cake with a gorgeous batter yields a light, moist texture with rhubarb pieces studded throughout the nutty-topped cake.| Maureen Abood
Dubai Chocolate Bar: Recreate this viral treat at home with an easy recipe featuring toasted kataifi pastry, pistachio cream, tahini, and rich chocolate!| Maureen Abood
Pistachio cream is easy to make homemade and more economical than purchased jars. This is a key ingredient in Dubai pistachio chocolate bars!| Maureen Abood
Baked Brie is a must-know appetizer, so celebratory with puff pastry and jam. Always festive, fun, delectable!| Maureen Abood
Coconut cake with cream cheese coconut frosting is celebration-worthy! My recipe yields an incredibly moist cake with deep coconut flavor.| Maureen Abood
This Valentine’s Day cake recipe is simple to make and uses homemade buttercream which takes the flavor to another level!| Maureen Abood
I’ve had cake on the brain lately. Maybe that’s because I’ve been trying not to eat cake, and so all…| Maureen Abood
These award-winning recipe stories get to the heart of why we head into the kitchen to begin with: nostalgia, memories, and capturing the flavor of the people and traditions we love.| Maureen Abood
Maureen Abood is an award-winning food blogger, cookbook author, writer, and online shop owner publishing Lebanese recipes and much more!| Maureen Abood
Treat yourself to the rich and fudgy goodness of this flourless chocolate cake. Made with just a few ingredients, it's a no-fuss dessert that's perfect for any occasion.| Maureen Abood
Easy homemade Mediterranean olive bread recipe - no kneading required! Perfect for dinner parties & cheese boards.| Maureen Abood
Discover the rich, aromatic flavors of cardamom cake. This spiced dessert is perfect for any occasion, combining warmth and sweetness in every bite.| Maureen Abood
A classic! This easy recipe yields incredibly rich, luscious cream cheese frosting to top your favorite cake, cinnamon rolls, or cupcakes.| Maureen Abood