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Welcome to The Matbakh

lily at the matbakh

I'm Lily Guidry, a Lebanese American who loves to cook Mediterranean food. My kitchen, or matbakh, is the heart of my home where family and friends come together for a delicious meal.

Whether you follow the Mediterranean diet or want to try delicious Mediterranean recipes, there's something here for you.

Mediterranean Diet Breakfast Recipes

The Mediterranean diet is plant-based and emphasizes seasonal fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts, grains, olive oil, low-fat dairy, and seafood. Here are some of my favorite Mediterranean Diet breakfast recipes.

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Recipes By Course

Mediterranean Desserts

Lebanese Family Recipes

Homemade Lebanese dishes are packed with delicious Mediterranean flavors. Try homemade labneh or one of these popular kibbeh recipes.

Mediterranean Chicken Recipes

Homemade Pasta For Beginners

Learn how to make pasta at home. Egg pasta and potato gnocchi use simple ingredients.

Seafood Recipes

Fruit Packed Smoothies

One of the best ways to get fresh fruits (and veggies) into your day is a fruit-packed smoothie. Naturally sweetened with dates or honey, these bright and refreshing smoothies are the perfect treat.