A
Aioli Herb Sauce, 95
almonds
Almond–Stuffed Figs in Chocolate Sauce, 176
Kale and Almond Pesto Sauce, 92
Olive, Almond, and Goat Cheese Tapas, 101
Raspberry Citrus Clafoutis, 174
Spanish Dried Fruit, Nut, and Cheese Platter, 49
Spiced Greek Yogurt with Apricots, 140
Sweet Olive Oil, Cherry, and Almond Cake, 102
Turkish Eggplant and Herbed Rice Pilaf, 36
Whole–Wheat Fusilli with Almond–Arugula Pesto, 42
amaretti. See Italian Baked Apples with Cream and Amaretti, 56
anchovies
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Sicilian Swordfish Bundles, 112
apples
Italian Baked Apples with Cream and Amaretti, 56
Quinoa, Arugula, and Fig Salad, 40
Raspberry Citrus Clafoutis, 174
apricots
Apricot and Orange Blossom Pudding with Pistachios, 52
Seasonal Italian Fruit Torte, 179
Spanish Dried Fruit, Nut, and Cheese Platter, 49
Spiced Greek Yogurt with Apricots, 140
Arabian Rice and Lamb Skillet, 35
artichokes
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
Seasonal Italian Frittata, 152
arugula
Omelet Provencale, 149
Quinoa, Arugula, and Fig Salad, 40
Whole–Wheat Fusilli with Almond–Arugula Pesto, 42
asparagus
Cream of Asparagus Soup, 63
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Seasonal Italian Frittata, 152
B
bananas. See Strawberry “Beauty” Smoothie, 51
beef
Corsican–Style Garlic–Laced Beef Stew with Peppers, 169
Greek Cinnamon–Scented Lamb Meatballs, 170
Meat Stock, 183
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
Beef Stock
Middle Eastern Lamb and Okra Stew, 162
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
recipe, 183
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
bell peppers
Calabrian Chicken, Pepper, Tomato, and Potato Stew, 147
Chicken Skillet–Style Shwarma with Tahini Sauce, 144
Chickpea Salad, 77
Corsican–Style Garlic–Laced Beef Stew with Peppers, 169
Quick Italian Pickles, 60
Tunisian Egg, Tuna, and Tomato Sandwiches, 155
blueberries
Rose– and Mint–Infused Fruit Salad, 54
Seasonal Italian Fruit Torte, 179
Borlotti Bean Soup with Basil, 18
Braised Fennel with Chestnuts and Shallots, 69
broccoli
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Whole–Wheat Orecchiete Pasta with Broccoli and Garlic, 43
Bulgur Pilaf with Chestnuts, 26
C
cabbage. See Borlotti Bean Soup with Basil, 18
Calabrian Chicken, Pepper, Tomato, and Potato Stew, 147
Cannellini Bean, Barley, and Tomato Soup, 39
cantaloupe
Rose– and Mint–Infused Fruit Salad, 54
Seasonal Fruit Platter, 48
carrots
Borlotti Bean Soup with Basil, 18
Carrot, Coriander, and Parsnip Soup, 67
Chicken Stock, 183
Chickpea Soup with Shrimp, 82
Egyptian Cream of Lentil Soup, 81
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Libyan Lamb Couscous, 34
Meat Stock, 183
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
Provencal Bistro Carrot Salad, 62
Quick Italian Pickles, 60
Seafood Stock, 183
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
Sweet Carrot and Cardamom Torte, 180
Vegetable Stock, 183
cauliflower
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
Quick Italian Pickles, 60
celery
Borlotti Bean Soup with Basil, 18
Chicken Stock, 183
Chickpea Soup with Shrimp, 82
Egyptian Cream of Lentil Soup, 81
Meat Stock, 183
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Quick Italian Pickles, 60
Seafood Stock, 183
Sicilian Stuffed Veal Roast, 163
Sicilian Sweet and Sour Vegetable Medley, 68
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
cherries. See Sweet Olive Oil, Cherry, and Almond Cake, 102
chestnuts
Braised Fennel with Chestnuts and Shallots, 69
Bulgur Pilaf with Chestnuts, 26
chicken
Calabrian Chicken, Pepper, Tomato, and Potato Stew, 147
Chicken Skillet–Style Shwarma with Tahini Sauce, 144
Chicken Stock, 183
Herb–Marinated Chicken Breasts, 148
Jerusalem–Style Chicken with Rice, Golden Raisins, and Pine Nuts, 150
Roman Tavola Calda–Style Roasted Chicken with Potatoes, 145
Chicken Stock
Arabian Rice and Lamb Skillet, 35
Borlotti Bean Soup with Basil, 18
Bulgur Pilaf with Chestnuts, 26
Cannellini Bean, Barley, and Tomato Soup, 39
Carrot, Coriander, and Parsnip Soup, 67
Egyptian Cream of Lentil Soup, 81
Herb–Roasted Leg of Lamb, 167
Libyan Lamb Couscous, 34
Middle Eastern Lamb and Okra Stew, 162
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
recipe, 183
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup, 66
Sicilian Stuffed Veal Roast, 163
Turkish Eggplant and Herbed Rice Pilaf, 36
chickpeas
Chickpea Salad, 77
Chickpea Soup with Shrimp, 82
Herb–Infused Falafel, 76
Italian Pasta with Chickpeas, 84
Lebanese Pumpkin Kibbeh, 27
Libyan Lamb Couscous, 34
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Silky Hummus with Yogurt and Pomegranate Seeds, 78
chicory. See Fava Beans with Chicory, 80
chile peppers
Italian Halibut with Grapes and Olive Oil, 110
Italian Pasta with Chickpeas, 84
chocolate
Almond–Stuffed Figs in Chocolate Sauce, 176
Sicilian Sweet and Sour Vegetable Medley, 68
Citrus–Marinated Salmon with Fennel Cream, 116
Citrus–Marinated Scallops, 124
cod
Greek–Style Roasted Fish and Vegetables, 109
Spanish Seafood Paella, 38
Corsican–Style Garlic–Laced Beef Stew with Peppers, 169
couscous
Libyan Lamb Couscous, 34
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
Cream of Asparagus Soup, 63
cucumbers
Cypriot Greengrocer’s Salad with Feta, 138
Herb–Infused Falafel, 76
Lebanese Fattoush Salad, 73
Middle Eastern Cottage Cheese, Vegetable, and Olive Salad, 131
Tunisian Egg, Tuna, and Tomato Sandwiches, 155
Cypriot Greengrocer’s Salad with Feta, 138
Cypriot Halloumi, Watermelon, and Basil Kabobs, 130
dates. See Spanish Dried Fruit, Nut, and Cheese Platter, 49
E
eggplant
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
Olive Oil–Cured Eggplant, 96
Sicilian Sweet and Sour Vegetable Medley, 68
Trout Cooked in Parchment, 115
Turkish Eggplant and Herbed Rice Pilaf, 36
Egyptian Cream of Lentil Soup, 81
F
Fava Beans with Chicory, 80
fennel
Braised Fennel with Chestnuts and Shallots, 69
Citrus–Marinated Salmon with Fennel Cream, 116
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Sicilian Swordfish Bundles, 112
Trout Cooked in Parchment, 115
figs
Almond–Stuffed Figs in Chocolate Sauce, 176
Poached Vanilla–Scented Pears and Figs, 53
Quinoa, Arugula, and Fig Salad, 40
Spanish Dried Fruit, Nut, and Cheese Platter, 49
Fresh Bread Crumbs
Lebanese Pumpkin Kibbeh, 27
Pomegranate, Roasted Red Pepper, and Walnut Dip, 79
recipe, 182
Sicilian Swordfish Bundles, 112
G
goat
Meat Stock, 183
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
grapes
Herb and Rice–Stuffed Grape Leaves, 28
Italian Halibut with Grapes and Olive Oil, 110
Mixed Greens with Grapes, Goat Cheese, and Herbs, 72
Spanish Dried Fruit, Nut, and Cheese Platter, 49
Whole–Wheat and Grape Focaccia, 25
Greek Cinnamon–Scented Lamb Meatballs, 170
Greek Island–Style Stuffed Calamari with Rice and Herbs, 122
Greek–Style Roasted Fish and Vegetables, 109
Greek–Style Stewed Green Beans with Dill, 61
green beans
Greek–Style Stewed Green Beans with Dill, 61
Green Beans, Potatoes, and Cherry Tomatoes with Pesto, 70
greens
Fava Beans with Chicory, 80
Greek Island–Style Stuffed Calamari with Rice and Herbs, 122
Kale and Almond Pesto Sauce, 92
Lebanese Pumpkin Kibbeh, 27
Omelet Provencale, 149
Pomegranate, Lentil, and Mixed Green Salad, 86
Potatoes with Kale, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Chile Pepper, 30
Quinoa, Arugula, and Fig Salad, 40
Grilled Peaches with Frozen Yogurt and Honey, 55
H
halibut
Greek–Style Roasted Fish and Vegetables, 109
Italian Halibut with Grapes and Olive Oil, 110
harissa sauce
Israeli Shakshouka–Style Eggs, 153
Tunisian Egg, Tuna, and Tomato Sandwiches, 155
Herb and Goat Cheese Vegetable Dip, 137
Herb and Rice–Stuffed Grape Leaves, 28
Herb–Infused Falafel, 76
Herb–Marinated Chicken Breasts, 148
Herb–Marinated Mozzarella, 134
Herb–Marinated Olives, 93
Herb–Roasted Leg of Lamb, 167
Homemade Yogurt Cheese, 136
honeydew melon. See Seasonal Fruit Platter, 48
I
Israeli Shakshouka–Style Eggs, 153
Italian Baked Apples with Cream and Amaretti, 56
Italian Halibut with Grapes and Olive Oil, 110
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Italian Pasta with Chickpeas, 84
J
jalapeño peppers. See Olive Oil–Cured Eggplant, 96
Jerusalem–Style Chicken with Rice, Golden Raisins, and Pine Nuts, 150
K
kale
Kale and Almond Pesto Sauce, 92
Potatoes with Kale, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Chile Pepper, 30
kiwi
Rose– and Mint–Infused Fruit Salad, 54
Seasonal Fruit Platter, 48
L
lamb
Arabian Rice and Lamb Skillet, 35
Greek Cinnamon–Scented Lamb Meatballs, 170
Herb–Roasted Leg of Lamb, 167
Libyan Lamb Couscous, 34
Meat Stock, 183
Middle Eastern Lamb and Okra Stew, 162
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
Lebanese Fattoush Salad, 73
Lebanese Pumpkin Kibbeh, 27
lentils
Egyptian Cream of Lentil Soup, 81
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Pomegranate, Lentil, and Mixed Green Salad, 86
lettuce
Cypriot Greengrocer’s Salad with Feta, 138
Mixed Greens with Grapes, Goat Cheese, and Herbs, 72
Provencal Bistro Carrot Salad, 62
Libyan Lamb Couscous, 34
M
Meat Stock, 183
Mediterranean–Style Corn Bread, 20
Middle Eastern Cottage Cheese, Vegetable, and Olive Salad, 131
Middle Eastern Lamb and Okra Stew, 162
Mixed Greens with Grapes, Goat Cheese, and Herbs, 72
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Moroccan–Style Grilled Tuna, 108
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
mushrooms
Olive Oil and Herb–Marinated Mushrooms, 97
Seasonal Italian Frittata, 156
Mussels in Tomato–Saffron Broth, 118
N
North African Fruit “Cocktail,” 50
North African Spice–Dusted Sweet Potatoes, 29
O
okra. See Middle Eastern Lamb and Okra Stew, 162
Olive, Almond, and Goat Cheese Tapas, 101
olive oil
Aioli Herb Sauce, 95
Calabrian Chicken, Pepper, Tomato, and Potato Stew, 147
Chickpea Salad, 77
Citrus–Marinated Scallops, 124
Cypriot Greengrocer’s Salad with Feta, 138
Cypriot Halloumi, Watermelon, and Basil Kabobs, 130
Fava Beans with Chicory, 80
Greek–Style Roasted Fish and Vegetables, 109
Green Beans, Potatoes, and Cherry Tomatoes with Pesto, 70
Herb and Goat Cheese Vegetable Dip, 137
Herb and Rice–Stuffed Grape Leaves, 28
Herb–Marinated Chicken Breasts, 148
Herb–Marinated Mozzarella, 134
Herb–Marinated Olives, 93
Homemade Yogurt Cheese, 136
Italian Halibut with Grapes and Olive Oil, 110
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Italian Pasta with Chickpeas, 84
Jerusalem–Style Chicken with Rice, Golden Raisins, and Pine Nuts, 150
Kale and Almond Pesto Sauce, 92
Middle Eastern Cottage Cheese, Vegetable, and Olive Salad, 131
Mixed Greens with Grapes, Goat Cheese, and Herbs, 72
Moroccan–Style Grilled Tuna, 108
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
Mussels in Tomato–Saffron Broth, 118
Olive, Almond, and Goat Cheese Tapas, 101
Olive Oil and Herb–Marinated Mushrooms, 97
Olive Oil–Cured Eggplant, 96
Pomegranate, Roasted Red Pepper, and Walnut Dip, 79
Potatoes with Kale, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Chile Pepper, 30
Provencal Bistro Carrot Salad, 62
Provencal Herb Tapenade, 99
Quinoa, Arugula, and Fig Salad, 40
Roman Tavola Calda–Style Roasted Chicken with Potatoes, 145
Seasonal Italian Frittata, 156
Sicilian Stuffed Veal Roast, 163
Sicilian Sweet and Sour Vegetable Medley, 68
Sicilian Swordfish Bundles, 112
Sizzling Rosemary Shrimp over Polenta, 121
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
Spaghetti Squash “Pasta” with Zucchini, Basil, and Cherry Tomatoes, 64
Spaghetti with Garlic, Oil, and Chile Pepper, 98
Sweet Olive Oil, Cherry, and Almond Cake, 102
Trout Cooked in Parchment, 115
Tunisian Egg, Tuna, and Tomato Sandwiches, 155
Turkish Eggplant and Herbed Rice Pilaf, 36
Whole–Wheat and Grape Focaccia, 25
Whole–Wheat Fusilli with Almond–Arugula Pesto, 42
Whole–Wheat Orecchiete Pasta with Broccoli and Garlic, 43
Za’atar Croutons, 66
olives
Cypriot Greengrocer’s Salad with Feta, 138
Herb–Marinated Olives, 93
Homemade Yogurt Cheese, 136
Middle Eastern Cottage Cheese, Vegetable, and Olive Salad, 131
Olive, Almond, and Goat Cheese Tapas, 101
Provencal Herb Tapenade, 99
Sicilian Stuffed Veal Roast, 163
Sicilian Sweet and Sour Vegetable Medley, 68
Tunisian Egg, Tuna, and Tomato Sandwiches, 155
Omelet Provencale, 149
P
parsnips. See Carrot, Coriander, and Parsnip Soup, 67
pasta
Corsican–Style Garlic–Laced Beef Stew with Peppers, 169
Italian Pasta with Chickpeas, 84
Spaghetti with Garlic, Oil, and Chile Pepper, 98
Whole–Wheat Fusilli with Almond–Arugula Pesto, 42
Whole–Wheat Orecchiete Pasta with Broccoli and Garlic, 43
peaches. See Grilled Peaches with Frozen Yogurt and Honey, 55
pearl barley. See Cannellini Bean, Barley, and Tomato Soup, 39
pears
Poached Vanilla–Scented Pears and Figs, 53
Quinoa, Arugula, and Fig Salad, 40
Raspberry Citrus Clafoutis, 174
peppers
Greek–Style Roasted Fish and Vegetables, 109
Lebanese Fattoush Salad, 73
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup, 66
pimiento peppers. See Spanish Seafood Paella, 38
pine nuts
Arabian Rice and Lamb Skillet, 35
Green Beans, Potatoes, and Cherry Tomatoes with Pesto, 70
Jerusalem–Style Chicken with Rice, Golden Raisins, and Pine Nuts, 150
Lebanese Pumpkin Kibbeh, 27
Sicilian Stuffed Veal Roast, 163
Sicilian Sweet and Sour Vegetable Medley, 68
Sicilian Swordfish Bundles, 112
Turkish Eggplant and Herbed Rice Pilaf, 36
Whole–Wheat Orecchiete Pasta with Broccoli and Garlic, 43
pistachios
Apricot and Orange Blossom Pudding with Pistachios, 52
Arabian Rice and Lamb Skillet, 35
Spiced Greek Yogurt with Apricots, 140
plums
Raspberry Citrus Clafoutis
Roasted Plums with Basil–Yogurt Cream, 57
Seasonal Italian Fruit Torte, 179
Poached Vanilla–Scented Pears and Figs, 53
polenta
recipe, 182
Sizzling Rosemary Shrimp over Polenta, 121
pomegranate
Lebanese Fattoush Salad, 73
North African Fruit “Cocktail,” 50
Pomegranate, Lentil, and Mixed Green Salad, 86
Pomegranate, Roasted Red Pepper, and Walnut Dip, 79
Silky Hummus with Yogurt and Pomegranate Seeds, 78
potatoes
Borlotti Bean Soup with Basil, 18
Calabrian Chicken, Pepper, Tomato, and Potato Stew, 147
Fava Beans with Chicory, 80
Greek–Style Roasted Fish and Vegetables, 109
Green Beans, Potatoes, and Cherry Tomatoes with Pesto, 70
Libyan Lamb Couscous, 34
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
North African Spice–Dusted Sweet Potatoes, 29
Potatoes with Kale, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Chile Pepper, 30
Roman Tavola Calda–Style Roasted Chicken with Potatoes, 145
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
Spanish Bravas–Style Potatoes, 32
Provencal Bistro Carrot Salad, 62
Provencal Herb Tapenade, 99
pumpkin. See Lebanese Pumpkin Kibbeh, 27
Q
Quick Italian Pickles
Chicken Skillet–Style Shwarma with Tahini Sauce, 144
recipe, 60
quinoa
Bulgur Pilaf with Chestnuts, 26
Lebanese Pumpkin Kibbeh, 27
Quinoa, Arugula, and Fig Salad, 40
R
radicchio. See Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
raisins
Arabian Rice and Lamb Skillet, 35
Jerusalem–Style Chicken with Rice, Golden Raisins, and Pine Nuts, 150
Sicilian Stuffed Veal Roast, 163
Sicilian Sweet and Sour Vegetable Medley, 68
Sicilian Swordfish Bundles, 112
raspberries
Raspberry Citrus Clafoutis, 174
Rose– and Mint–Infused Fruit Salad, 54
red peppers
Israeli Shakshouka–Style Eggs
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Omelet Provencale, 149
Pomegranate, Roasted Red Pepper, and Walnut Dip, 79
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup, 66
red snapper. See Greek–Style Roasted Fish and Vegetables, 109
rice
Arabian Rice and Lamb Skillet, 35
Greek Island–Style Stuffed Calamari with Rice and Herbs, 122
Herb and Rice–Stuffed Grape Leaves, 28
Jerusalem–Style Chicken with Rice, Golden Raisins, and Pine Nuts, 150
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Spanish Seafood Paella, 38
Turkish Eggplant and Herbed Rice Pilaf, 36
Roasted Plums with Basil–Yogurt Cream, 57
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup, 66
Roman Tavola Calda–Style Roasted Chicken with Potatoes, 145
Rose– and Mint–Infused Fruit Salad, 54
S
salmon. See Citrus–Marinated Salmon with Fennel Cream, 116
scallops. See Citrus–Marinated Scallops, 124
sea bass. See Greek–Style Roasted Fish and Vegetables, 109
Seafood Stock
Greek Island–Style Stuffed Calamari with Rice and Herbs, 122
Mussels in Tomato–Saffron Broth, 118
recipe, 183
Spanish Seafood Paella, 38
Seasonal Fruit Platter, 48
Seasonal Italian Frittata, 156
Seasonal Italian Fruit Torte, 179
shrimp
Chickpea Soup with Shrimp, 82
Seafood Stock, 183
Sizzling Rosemary Shrimp over Polenta, 121
Spanish Seafood Paella, 38
Sicilian Stuffed Veal Roast, 163
Sicilian Sweet and Sour Vegetable Medley, 68
Sicilian Swordfish Bundles, 112
Silky Hummus with Yogurt and Pomegranate Seeds, 78
Sizzling Rosemary Shrimp over Polenta, 121
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
Spaghetti Squash “Pasta” with Zucchini, Basil, and Cherry Tomatoes, 64
Spaghetti with Garlic, Oil, and Chile Pepper, 98
Spanish Bravas–Style Potatoes, 32
Spanish Dried Fruit, Nut, and Cheese Platter, 49
Spanish Seafood Paella, 38
Spiced Greek Yogurt with Apricots, 140
spinach
Greek Island–Style Stuffed Calamari with Rice and Herbs, 122
Lebanese Pumpkin Kibbeh, 27
Omelet Provencale, 149
Pomegranate, Lentil, and Mixed Green Salad, 86
Quinoa, Arugula, and Fig Salad, 40
squash. See Spaghetti Squash “Pasta” with Zucchini, Basil, and Cherry Tomatoes, 64
squid
Greek Island–Style Stuffed Calamari with Rice and Herbs, 122
Spanish Seafood Paella, 38
strawberries
North African Fruit “Cocktail,” 50
Rose– and Mint–Infused Fruit Salad, 54
Seasonal Fruit Platter, 48
Strawberry “Beauty” Smoothie, 51
string beans. See Borlotti Bean Soup with Basil, 18
Sweet Carrot and Cardamom Torte, 180
Sweet Olive Oil, Cherry, and Almond Cake, 102
sweet potatoes
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
North African Spice–Dusted Sweet Potatoes, 29
swordfish. See Sicilian Swordfish Bundles, 112
T
tahini
Chicken Skillet–Style Shwarma with Tahini Sauce, 144
Herb–Infused Falafel, 76
Silky Hummus with Yogurt and Pomegranate Seeds, 78
Tahini Sauce, 76
tomatoes
Borlotti Bean Soup with Basil, 18
Calabrian Chicken, Pepper, Tomato, and Potato Stew, 147
Cannellini Bean, Barley, and Tomato Soup, 39
Chicken Skillet–Style Shwarma with Tahini Sauce, 144
Corsican–Style Garlic–Laced Beef Stew with Peppers, 169
Cypriot Greengrocer’s Salad with Feta, 138
Greek Cinnamon–Scented Lamb Meatballs, 170
Greek–Style Roasted Fish and Vegetables, 109
Greek–Style Stewed Green Beans with Dill, 61
Green Beans, Potatoes, and Cherry Tomatoes with Pesto, 70
Herb and Rice–Stuffed Grape Leaves, 28
Herb–Infused Falafel, 76
Herb–Roasted Leg of Lamb, 167
Israeli Shakshouka–Style Eggs, 153
Italian Olive Oil and Anchovy Dip, 94
Italian Pasta with Chickpeas, 84
Lebanese Fattoush Salad, 73
Mediterranean–Style Corn Bread, 20
Middle Eastern Cottage Cheese, Vegetable, and Olive Salad, 131
Middle Eastern Lamb and Okra Stew, 162
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Mussels in Tomato–Saffron Broth, 118
Provencal Bistro Carrot Salad, 62
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup, 66
Sicilian Stuffed Veal Roast, 163
Sicilian Sweet and Sour Vegetable Medley, 68
Sicilian Swordfish Bundles, 112
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
Spaghetti Squash “Pasta” with Zucchini, Basil, and Cherry Tomatoes, 64
Spanish Bravas–Style Potatoes, 32
Trout Cooked in Parchment, 115
Tunisian Egg, Tuna, and Tomato Sandwiches, 155
Turkish Eggplant and Herbed Rice Pilaf, 36
Vegetable Stock, 183
Whole–Wheat Fusilli with Almond–Arugula Pesto, 42
Whole–Wheat Orecchiete Pasta with Broccoli and Garlic, 43
Whole–Wheat Pizza, 22
Trout Cooked in Parchment, 115
tuna
Moroccan–Style Grilled Tuna, 108
Tunisian Egg, Tuna, and Tomato Sandwiches, 155
Turkish Eggplant and Herbed Rice Pilaf, 36
Turkish Yogurt, Garlic, and Dill Sauce, 133
V
veal
Greek Cinnamon–Scented Lamb Meatballs, 170
Meat Stock, 183
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Sicilian Stuffed Veal Roast, 163
Southern Italian Goat and Herb Stew, 164
Vegetable Stock
Arabian Rice and Lamb Skillet, 35
Braised Fennel with Chestnuts and Shallots, 69
Cannellini Bean, Barley, and Tomato Soup, 39
Egyptian Cream of Lentil Soup, 81
Greek Island–Style Stuffed Calamari with Rice and Herbs, 122
Moroccan Harira Soup, 87
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
recipe, 183
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup, 66
Turkish Eggplant and Herbed Rice Pilaf, 36
W
walnuts
Pomegranate, Roasted Red Pepper, and Walnut Dip, 79
Spiced Greek Yogurt with Apricots, 140
Sweet Carrot and Cardamom Torte, 180
watermelon. See Cypriot Halloumi, Watermelon, and Basil Kabobs, 130
Whole–Wheat and Grape Focaccia, 25
Whole–Wheat Country Moroccan Bread, 45
Whole–Wheat Fusilli with Almond–Arugula Pesto, 42
Whole–Wheat Orecchiete Pasta with Broccoli and Garlic, 43
Whole–Wheat Pita Bread
Chicken Skillet–Style Shwarma with Tahini Sauce, 144
Herb–Infused Falafel, 76
Homemade Yogurt Cheese, 136
Israeli Shakshouka–Style Eggs, 153
Lebanese Fattoush Salad, 73
Middle Eastern Cottage Cheese, Vegetable, and Olive Salad, 131
recipe, 19
Whole–Wheat Pizza, 22
wine
Corsican–Style Garlic–Laced Beef Stew with Peppers, 169
moderation and, 143
Whole–Wheat and Grape Focaccia, 25
Y
yogurt
Citrus–Marinated Salmon with Fennel Cream, 116
Grilled Peaches with Frozen Yogurt and Honey, 55
Herb and Goat Cheese Vegetable Dip, 137
Herb and Rice–Stuffed Grape Leaves, 28
Homemade Yogurt Cheese, 136
Israeli Shakshouka–Style Eggs, 153
Roasted Plums with Basil–Yogurt Cream, 57
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup, 66
Rose– and Mint–Infused Fruit Salad, 54
Silky Hummus with Yogurt and Pomegranate Seeds, 78
Spiced Greek Yogurt with Apricots, 140
Strawberry “Beauty” Smoothie, 51
Turkish Yogurt, Garlic, and Dill Sauce, 133
Z
za’atar
Homemade Yogurt Cheese, 136
Za’atar Croutons, 66
zucchini
Borlotti Bean Soup with Basil, 18
Libyan Lamb Couscous, 34
Moroccan Vegetable Tajine, 71
Omelet Provencale, 149
Spaghetti Squash “Pasta” with Zucchini, Basil, and Cherry Tomatoes, 64
Trout Cooked in Parchment, 115