Tori Avey

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Babka loaf sliced, swirly cinnamon filling, on white marble cutting board with glass carafe of cinnamon sticks and cloth napkin in background.

Cinnamon Babka

Bake tender, delicious homemade cinnamon streusel-filled babka with this illustrated step-by-step tutorial.

A large glass serving bowl filled with a layered dip that includes hummus, greek yogurt, Israeli salad, olives, feta cheese, and cilantro. A dish of pita chips is sitting off to the side.

Mediterranean 7 Layer Dip

A healthy Mediterranean twist on seven layer dip with hummus, Greek yogurt, Greek olives, feta cheese and more.

American Cakes - A History of Monkey Bread and a Traditional Irresistible Recipe on The History Kitchen

Winter Holiday Recipes

Cozy, warming and nourishing, these tasty tested classic recipes are sure to please a crowd.

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Seasonal Recipes

Sour Cream Coffeecake

The history of sour cream coffee cake and a traditional recipe for this beloved coffee-time treat from food historian Gil Marks.

Mediterranean Vegetable Polenta Recipe - Heart-Healthy, Satisfying Vegan Entree with Creamy Turmeric Polenta and a Flavorful Vegetable Ragout

Mediterranean Vegetable Polenta

Satisfying vegan entree recipe with creamy turmeric polenta and a flavorful Mediterranean vegetable ragout. Easy weeknight meal.

What the Ancient Israelites Ate - Ful Mudammas Recipe

Ful Mudammas

Learn a historical Middle Eastern recipe from ancient times – Ful Mudammas made with fava beans, olive oil, onion, garlic, and cumin. Ancient Israelite cooking.

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