For Hünkar Beğendi, the name already sets expectations. It means “the sultan liked it,” and refers to a much-loved Turkish comfort food that pairs a rich meat stew with a silky, smoky eggplant purée. The dish comes from the Ottoman palace kitchens, where eggplant was used with confidence and care, and where simple ingredients were turned into something elegant and deeply satisfying. Even today, it remains one of the most recognizable examples of classic Ottoman cuisine. In my

This garlic bread is an all-time favorite in our house. It works with almost anything, next to pasta, soup, or a simple salad, and it’s my go-to way of using up leftover baguette. It’s the kind of side that feels familiar and comforting, but still gets everyone excited when it comes out of the oven. It also never seems to last long enough. By the time I’m ready to set the rest of the table, half of it is already gone, and someone is usually asking why I didn’t make more. Cris

Slow Sunday cooking has its own kind of comfort. It is the kind of day when the kitchen finally feels calm, the Dutch oven stays on the stove without hurry, and everything has time to come together slowly. The beef softens until it almost falls apart, the mushrooms bring a deep earthiness, and the creamy mustard sauce wraps around everything with a cozy richness. It is simple to prepare, but the result tastes like a meal you linger over on a cool fall evening. Ingredients 850

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This easy homemade dinner is one of my go-tos when I want something cozy, filling, and budget-friendly. The chicken meatballs are soft...

Homemade cheeseburgers don’t need to be complicated to be amazing. With juicy beef patties, melted cheddar, and a few simple tricks, this recipe brings all the comfort of a classic burger to your kitchen. Whether you stack them high or keep them classic, these burgers are guaranteed to satisfy. Ingredients 500g ground beef (20% fat if possible) 1 small onion, finely grated with its juices 2 teaspoons soy sauce ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar (or natural vinegar – just a splash

This dish may look like something you’d only make for guests, but it’s one of the easiest and most satisfying dinners I’ve made lately....

I didn’t grow up with frozen fries from a bag. At home, fries were always hand-cut, uneven, and a little unpredictable — some crisp and...

There are days when all you want is something golden, crispy, and comforting. These homemade chicken fingers hit that spot perfectly....

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When velvety beğendi meets sizzling köfte, you’re tasting a signature of Turkish cuisine. Beğendi—smoky roasted eggplant whisked into a...

There’s something so comforting about a bubbling tray of lasagna fresh out of the oven. While I love the charm of traditional recipes,...