Manicotti - Fazuelos - Debla
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Manicotti - Fazuelos - Debla

A childhood memory… A mountain of golden roses glazed with honey syrup, displayed on a porcelain serving platter. The best part? The delicate, paper-thin pastry. A wonderful kosher treat to make for Purim or Rosh Hashanah celebrations.

Pkeila - Tunisian Spinach Stew with Beans and Meat
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Pkeila - Tunisian Spinach Stew with Beans and Meat

Pkeila is a signature dish of Tunisian Jewish cuisine. This stew features spinach that’s been slowly cooked until caramelized, then simmered with meat and white beans. A true delicacy for those who love it, don’t be put off by its distinctive dark color - this is a dish that wins hearts.

Fish Balls in Red Sauce
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Fish Balls in Red Sauce

Here’s a delicious recipe to add to your collection - simple and flavorful, no frying required. These fish balls in tomato sauce are incredibly tender, and kids absolutely love them. You can serve them as mini appetizers, as a starter in sauce, or as a main dish with bulgur or rice.

Beef Cheeks in Creamy Cumin Sauce [Homs]
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Beef Cheeks in Creamy Cumin Sauce [Homs]

A slow-cooked dish that yields melt-in-your-mouth tender meat, so soft it can be cut with a fork, with a beautifully rich sauce. This is a dish often served in Israeli home-style restaurants. Here’s my version, very easy and family-approved.

Moroccan Pastilla
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Moroccan Pastilla

Chicken pastilla is a cornerstone and undoubtedly one of the most famous dishes of Moroccan cuisine. It takes a bit of time to make, but the filling can be prepared the day before. I’m not a big fan of sweet and savory combinations, yet I really enjoy this dish, as do those who’ve tried it! If you’re like me, give it a chance - you might love it!