When I’m working from home and only have a short break between meetings, this smoked salmon and avocado wrap is the kind of lunch I reach for. It takes minutes to put together but never feels boring. Creamy avocado mashed with lemon and herbs, a swipe of cream cheese, and silky smoked salmon all wrapped up in a soft tortilla. It’s fresh, filling, and exactly the kind of simple food that makes the workday feel lighter. Ingredients 100 g smoked salmon, torn into bite-sized piec

This orzo is buttery, creamy, and full of Parmesan in the best way. It all comes together in one pot and turns creamy without using heavy...

This light, flavorful frittata is my favorite way to celebrate summer zucchini. Inspired by Turkish mücver, it combines tender zucchini, creamy feta, and fluffy baked eggs into a dish that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Everything comes together in one pan, making it an easy, comforting recipe you’ll want to revisit all season long. Ingredients 4 eggs 2 tablespoons milk 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half moons 40 g feta chees

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...

On the evenings I want something quick and cosy, this pan of garlic butter shrimp with udon is the answer. The noodles go straight from...

This is one of those salads I come back to again and again—simple, fresh, and ready in just a few minutes. Peppery rucola, sweet cherry...

This one-pan chicken dish is the kind of recipe every home cook needs—simple, satisfying, and full of flavor. I use çarliston biber , the...

Pasta simmering in tomato sauce is one of those things that instantly makes a kitchen feel calm and familiar. This eggplant and garlic pasta is a dish I often make on evenings when I want something comforting and filling, but also easy to pull together in one pan, without ending up with a sink full of dishes. The flavors are simple and rooted in the Mediterranean cooking I grew up with. Soft, almost creamy eggplant, tomatoes that cook down into a rich sauce, and plenty of gar

This one-pot buttery tomato pasta with peas has become a weeknight lifesaver in our home. It was inspired by a “Super Tomato Pasta” my...

Fluffy spinach and goat cheese frittata—easy, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

Some recipes just feel like home — and this is one of them. Whenever I need something simple, light, and comforting, this soup never lets me down. It’s the kind of dish I grew up with: no fuss, no fancy ingredients — just a warm bowl of goodness made with love. The tel şehriye (Turkish vermicelli noodles) soak up the flavorful broth beautifully, and the tender chicken makes it just hearty enough. A touch of black pepper, and a squeeze of lemon at the end — it’s pure comfort i

If you're on the hunt for a quick, comforting meal bursting with flavor, look no further than creamy lemon chicken orzo. This dish brings...

This salmon in the oven is on repeat at our house. Almost once a week, sometimes more. It’s the dinner I fall back on when the day has been full and I still want something decent on the table, without turning cooking into a project. I’ve made it so many times that I don’t really think about it anymore. The oven goes on, the salmon goes in, and while it bakes I tidy up or get the rest of dinner ready. It comes out flaky and juicy, lightly lemony, and familiar in the best way.

Chicken wings are one of those foods that never really get old. Simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser. This oven-baked version is the one I make at home when I want something comforting without standing by the stove or dealing with splattering oil. The marinade is easy and familiar. Yogurt keeps the wings juicy, tomato paste adds depth, and a few pantry spices do the rest. Baked in a hot oven, they come out golden, slightly sticky, and full of flavor. Perfect for a r

Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, Mücver is a delightful Turkish zucchini fritter. Quick and easy to make, these fritters are packed with fresh herbs and feta. They make a great appetizer, side dish, or a light meal when served with yogurt. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, they're the perfect addition to any table. Ingredients 2 medium zucchinis, grated 1 teaspoon salt (to draw out moisture) 2 eggs 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 125g feta cheese, crumb

This is one of those pasta dishes I come back to when I want something creamy and comforting, but still built around vegetables. Roasted red peppers give the sauce its sweetness and depth, and once blended with cream, they turn into a smooth, mellow sauce that works especially well for kids. It’s simple, quick, and flexible. You can use any pasta shape you have, and the whole thing comes together while the peppers roast in the oven. A quiet weeknight dinner that doesn’t feel

This is the kind of soup I make when the weather turns cold and I want something simple and comforting. Tomato soup doesn’t need much to be good. A handful of ingredients, one pot, and a quiet simmer is usually enough. I like this version because it’s quick, smooth, and familiar. It works just as well for lunch as it does for a light dinner, especially when there’s bread or a grilled cheese on the side. The melted mozzarella on top isn’t traditional, but it makes the bowl fee

Red Lentil Soup (Mercimek çorbası) is one of those soups that shows up again and again in Turkish kitchens, especially on colder days. It’s simple, filling, and made with ingredients that are usually already in the pantry. Onion, lentils, a couple of vegetables, and time. What makes it special is how it’s finished. A little butter warmed with paprika and dried mint, spooned over the top just before serving. And if there’s leftover bread on the counter, turning it into quick c