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Food Cravings - Baba Ganoush Recipe (How To Make Eggplant Dip)

  Have you ever been to a social gathering, or a special occasion, and had the pleasure of tasting Baba Ganoush? Moments later, you've probably left the party, wondering how to make it yourself at home. Well, I'm here to debunk the mysticism behind this deliciously addictive, yet appetizing dish! Ingredients:                     2 Large Eggplants(preferably male)                                      1/2 cup Tahini Paste                     1/2 Lemon (juiced)                     2 Garlic Cloves    ...

Tabouleh (Tabouli Salad) Recipe

 It's time to talk "Tabouli!" Well, it's actually, pronounced:"TAH-BOOH-LEH," and it happens to be one of my favorite side dishes. It can be served as an appetizer, or side salad. It is also very healthy, since parsley is known to be a liver cleanser(after a night of drinking, it may even help off-set a hangover!). Getting down to it, the truth is, Tabbouleh has been around for ages! It is known as a Levantine vegetarian salad made of tomatoes, finely chopped parsley, mint, Bulgar, and onion, and seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Some variations add garlic or lettuce, or use couscous instead of Bulgar. This is a traditional recipe. I don't condone adding unnecessary ingredients like, cucumbers, or lettuce to this salad, because it is meant to be eaten as is. I'm all for keeping things simple! Here's a list of ingredients you'll need  (For 1 bunch of finely chopped flat leaf parsley) add:  1/4 cup fine Bulgur(c...