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Granola that tastes exactly like you’re eating a sweet, chocolatey Snickers bar! This recipe has the perfect balance of crispy clusters, loaded with the sweetness of dates, the richness of chocolate, and the crunch of peanuts. Get ready to satisfy your sweet cravings first thing in the morning and in the most delicious way possible!

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Bagel fans, get ready for a taste of Calic Bagels at home with these cream cheese-stuffed garlic bread bagels! You have truly tasted nothing like it before. Inspired by the famous LA bakery, these are a must-try. Picture creamy tangy filling alternating with a garlic-buttery bagel crust—it couldn't get any better and it's actually pretty easy to make at home!

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As a bagel connoisseur myself, when I tell you these homemade bagels taste better than anything you can buy, I mean it! Packed with spicy jalapenos and gooey cheddar, these bagels are the ultimate savory treat. With a chewy texture and crispy crust, they're perfect for breakfast or a sandwich for lunch!

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Crispy, fluffy, salty! These smashed tater tots might just be better than French Fries and they take less than 30 minutes to make. Dip them in ketchup and ranch and you have the most delicious side dish to indulge in!

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This the best appetizer you can make! Think of it like a rolled up manaeesh except the bread is a fluffy and pillowy dinner roll dough. It's cheesy and packed with so much flavor from the zaatar. Let's make them!

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Let me introduce you to butter chicken nachos! It’s the best way to repurpose leftover butter chicken and turn it into something new and delicious. The crispy naan paired with the creamy curry sauce truly makes for the best fusion food!

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Custard Pie is a very popular sweet in Turkey, Syria, and Greece and it’s definitely one of my favorite desserts that is incredibly unique! Think of this Custard Pie like baklawa but instead of a nut filling, it’s a creamy custard in the center. It’s buttery, crispy, perfectly sweetened, and surprisingly not too difficult to make!

One of my favorite Persian dishes is Chicken Koobideh and we’re going to make it at home and in the oven with a little trick! Bursting with color and flavor from the saffron, this juicy ground chicken kebab is so simple yet so delicious. Served traditionally with fluffy basmati rice or flatbreads, each bite of these succulent smokey skewers will have you speechless!

Looking to whip up a delicious and nutritious dinner in a flash? Say hello to your new go-to: Honey Harissa Salmon made in the air fryer. In just 30 minutes, you can have tender salmon fillets infused with a sweet and spicy glaze that will leave your taste buds dancing. The salmon is crispy yet moist and flakey and the flavor is not too spicy or not too sweet so perfect for everyone to enjoy a bite!

We all know donut holes but what about Lugaimat?! These mini donuts are popular all throughout North Africa and the Middle East and they’re irresistibly delicious. There are so many different names from them but one thing we all agree on is how good they are. The dough is super easy to make and the best part is the toppings and flavors are endless!

Craving that classic McDonald's McChicken but want something even better? One bite of this McChicken made at home and you’ll be saying McDonald's Who! This version not only nails the taste and texture but kicks it up a notch with the special mayo and seasoned crispy chicken patties!

Get ready to dive into these crispy and cheesy Ground Beef Tacos, a delicious homage to the beloved tacos my mom always whipped up whenever we craved a break from more traditional Arab dishes she makes. Drawing inspiration from her recipe, these tacos are stuffed with seasoned ground beef cooked to perfection, wrapped in a crispy tortilla, and oozing with melty Monterey Jack cheese. It’s the easiest dinner that everyone always loves, even the pickiest of eaters!

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Let’s learn how to make the best brown butter chocolate chip AND chunk cookies! They’re super chewy and perfectly crispy on the outside, everything you want in the ultimate thin cookie. The best part is no freezing necessary before baking!

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One of the things I miss most about NYC is the halal cart chicken and rice so let’s make it at home and even better! You’ll want to smother the white sauce over everything!

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Juicy chicken skewers that are "grilled" in the oven to perfection! The marinade is inspired by Moroccan chermoula which is typically made from garlic and fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley and spiced with cumin and paprika. They're so easy to make with no hassle of going outside to grill on the BBQ and no one will ever know.

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HEY! IT’S HAJAR!

Hey guys! My name is Hajar Larbah and welcome to Moribyan! This is my blog where I love to share all my favorite recipes and lifestyle tips with you all. If I’m not cooking here, I’m either at Trader Joe’s, the gym, or eating a bagel.

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