Roasting is for veggies! And one of my favorite ways to roast veggies is drizzling with olive oil, lightly salting then broiling. Cauliflower, broccoli, brussle sprouts, and eggplant – are my favorites to roast. Potatoes are a candidate for those that like that tuber. The great things about roasting is that it keeps the nutrients in the food, is not messy like frying, and is a healthier way of enjoying your veggies without the added oils. Back where I grew up, in Amman, Jordan, Ma’loubeh is a common dish. Cauliflower florets are roasted and layered with meat, rice, and a dash after another of ..read more

I haven’t shared a salad recipe in a while, and since we’re going to see some Summer weather this week (can’t wait), I thought I’d share this variation on the zesty Lebanese fattoush salad! Toasted whole wheat pita wedges take the place of fried white pita bread in this recipe, and they’re topped with a powerhouse combo of chickpeas, veggies, and a tahini green goodness dressing. Two things make this recipe stand out: the crispy roasted chickpeas, which are seasoned with Zaatar spice blend and cumin, and the addition of a great, herbaceous sauce! Recipe compliments of The Full Helping. Ingredi ..read more

I had the honor to speak with the lovely Brenna Donnelly of Wish TV. The crew was very helpful, and the experience- Amazing! A little about my background, how we started the company, and Zaatar- the versatile seasoning everyone is sprinkling for flavor and added health benefits! You can watch the talk here: Indiana Grown: Apricot Sun ..read more

Spaghetti & Meatballs was not a common dish at home where I grew up in Amman, Jordan.  A variation on meatballs- Daoud Basha- where the meat cooks in red tomato sauce with wing sliced onions is more common. My great grandma tete Nazo passed this dish along, among many others to my mom and dad.  However, the meatballs in this dish- Mediterranean Meatballs with Zaatar- are a variation on Kafta, where the ground beef is flavored with diced parsley and onion and is spiced up with a mixture of peppers. Kafta is a common Middle Eastern dish. It is typically skewered and grilled or spre ..read more

Growing up in Amman, Jordan, my dad has always enjoyed grilling at the roof top terrace at our house in Jabal Amman. Starting form the age of 4, I would watch him prepare, and listen to his vivid stories about favorite places to get his ingredients, including his long drives to the Red Sea shore in Aqaba. He would travel miles to get to local farmers, meat and fish producers- all to get the freshest most wholesome product that is out there! His collections of spices was a favorite- each dedicated to a certain type of dish. Here is a variation on my dad’s Chicken Kabob recipe where I use HOT Za ..read more

Zaatar slathered on warm flatbread – Mana’esh- is a beloved Mediterranean snack enjoyed fresh from neighborhood ovens. Mana’esh comes from the Arabic word Na’esh which means to create marks or impressions (Manou’she – singular). This is done when we press the dough to make small impressions or pockets that get filled with the Zaatar Spread. Zaatar is a blend of herbs & spices mainly thyme, Sumac and Sesame Seeds. When mixed with olive oil it makes for the perfect savory spread. Mana’esh are the perfect make-ahead appetizer, snack, or even brunch! INGREDIENTS Zaatar Spread- Shop. Choose f ..read more

The Fall Season brings us many joys. Sweet, velvety pumpkins are a fun and versatile addition to our menus. This soup is a delicious variation of pumpkin soup! Serves 6-8 INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely diced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 celery stick, finely chopped 1kg pumpkin, peeled, deseeded and chopped 3 cardamom seeds, lightly crushed ¼ tsp cinnamon, ground Pinch freshly ground nutmeg 1.5 litres of Apricot Sun chicken bone broth Salt and freshly ground black pepper Apricot Sun Zaatar ½ tsp sesame seeds ¼ tsp sumac 1 tsp dried thyme, marjoram, oregano Good pinch of sea salt R ..read more

Did you know that your can enjoy Zaatar at home and while dining out? Check out the locations where you can find us! RETAIL & RESTAURANT PARTNERS Indianapolis Amelia’s Bread Needler’s Fresh Market The Smoking Goose Wildwood Market Georgetown Market __________ Broad Ripple Broad Ripple Farmers Market- Winter Market every 1st + 3rd Saturday Good Earth Natural Food Co. Khan’s Fine Wine Kincaid’s Meat Market __________ Carmel & Fishers Needler’s Fresh Market- NEW Joe’s Butcher Shop & Fish Market Kincaid’s Meat Market __________ Bloomington & Nashville Apna Bazaar Bloomingfoods- Ea ..read more