Delicious, easy, Mediterranean-inspired recipes blending culture and good food.
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I'm Lily!
I'm a Lebanese American that loves to cook Mediterranean food. My kitchen, or matbakh, is a hodgepodge of delicious cultural recipes from the U.S. and Mediterranean regions.
Here at The Matbakh, you will find easy, delicious Mediterranean recipes for the entire family.
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 the best Mediterranean Diet breakfast recipes.
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Authentic Middle Eastern Recipes
Here are some authentic Middle Eastern recipes passed on through our families. These recipes are tested over generations, bringing heritage and culture to your table. Try Egyptian Molokhia or homemade Lebanese labneh from milk.
Middle Eastern Desserts
Delicious Middle Eastern desserts with step-by-step instructions.
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