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One of my favorite Turkish comfort foods – Kiymali Ispanak (Spinach with ground beef)

Kiymali Ispanak is one of my favorite Turkish comfort foods.  I made it often after my weekly trip to the pazar (bazaar) because I would want to use my fresh spinach right away.  It warms my belly and my heart each time I make it.  Memories of the rows and rows of fresh vegetables, fruits, cheeses and olives come back to me like they were just yesterday.  I can’t believe it has been fifteen years since I have been back...

Handy Dandy All-in-One Garlic Smasher and De-stresser

One of the most used tools in my kitchen is a brass mortar and pestle from Turkey.  It was a gift from my former mother-in-law and I have had it for more than 25 years.  It has been used to crush enough garlic to kill thousands of  vampires ;-).  Maybe it is just me but there is something so relaxing about smashing garlic!  The reason it is such a perfect tool is because it is essential for making the best...

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