Recipe Category: Pastry

Zurie's Tomato and Cream Cheese Tart is a fresh and flavorful recipe that is perfect for summer. The combination of juicy plum tomatoes and creamy cheese filling is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for comfort food. The recipe is easy to follow and versatile, making it suitable for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick meal for a busy weeknight or a fancy dish for a special event, Zurie's Tomato and Cream Cheese Tart is sure to please. Try it today and taste the magic of this delicious recipe!

Moroccan Fig Pastries are a traditional dessert in Moroccan cuisine, often served during special occasions or as a sweet treat with tea or coffee.
They are made with a delicious filling of finely chopped dried figs, apricot jam, and slivered almonds, seasoned with a hint of cinnamon.
The filling is wrapped in layers of crispy phyllo dough and baked to perfection.
These pastries are then drizzled with a sweet honey and cinnamon syrup and dusted with icing sugar, making them a perfect indulgence for any sweet tooth.

Ma'amoul is a traditional Lebanese pastry made during special occasions such as Eid or Easter. They are typically served with tea or coffee and enjoyed with family and friends. The pastry is typically made with semolina dough and stuffed with dates, pistachios, or walnuts. The Ma'amoul pastries are often shaped into intricate patterns using wooden molds. Today's recipe focuses on the date stuffed pastry, which is a popular variation of the Ma'amoul pastry. The combination of the crumbly dough and sweet and nutty filling makes for a delicious and satisfying dessert.

The Almond Filo Snake is a delicious pastry that combines the flavors of ground almonds, sliced almonds, and cinnamon.
It is a great dessert to serve at a party or to enjoy as a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized by adding different spices or fillings.
The finished pastry is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a sweet and nutty flavor that is sure to impress your guests.

Koloocheh cookies are a traditional Persian delicacy often served during the Purim festival.
These soft and buttery cookies are filled with a sweet mixture of walnuts, sugar, and rose water, giving them a unique flavor that is both sweet and nutty. Koloocheh is perfect for teatime or as a sweet snack to enjoy with coffee or tea. While the recipe for Koloocheh may vary from region to region, it is a classic Persian dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries.

M'hanncha (The Snake) is a traditional Moroccan pastry that is often served at special occasions and gatherings.
It is made with phyllo pastry, which is layered with a mixture of chopped almonds, sugar, butter, and cinnamon.
The pastry is rolled up tightly into a long, narrow cylinder shape and then formed into a spiral.
This pastry is sweet, nutty, and fragrant, making it a popular dessert or snack in Morocco.
M'hanncha is also known as the snake because of its unique shape.

Algerian M'hajeb is a popular snack in Algeria, and can be found in any street food corner. These pastries are made with semolina and plain flour dough and filled with onions, green peppers, hot pepper if desired, and tomato puree. The filling of this pastry can be quite spicy and flavor packed, making it a perfect snack for spice lovers. The dough is rolled out thin and filled, folded, and baked to perfection. The taste of these pastries is often described as savoury and hearty, a perfect quick meal or snack to tantalize your taste buds.

Samsa, or the North African version of samosas, is usually a triangular, savory pastry. These Tunisian versions are a twist on the original recipes and are made with phyllo pastry instead of the traditional dough. The sweet, nutty Samsa is an excellent teatime snack or a quick breakfast. The recipe is simple and quick, making it perfect for impromptu dinner parties or weekend breakfasts.

Soldier Buttons are a classic British pastry that have been enjoyed for generations.
They are similar to thumbprint cookies, with a buttery and crumbly shortbread-like texture, and jam-filled center.
These cookies are easy to make, versatile, and make a great treat for yourself or for a special occasion.
With their simple yet delicious combination of flavors, it's no wonder that they have become a staple in many households and bakeries across Britain.
Whether you are serving them with a cup of tea or simply enjoying them as a mid-day snack, Soldier Buttons are sure to satisfy your sweet craving.

Tunisian Brik is a traditional pastry recipe in Tunisia and Mediterranean cuisine. It is a popular party dish or breakfast option. The pastry is very versatile, and the recipe can be modified with different ingredients such as potatoes or eggs. What makes the Tunisian Brik an essential Mediterranean recipe is the combination of flavors that captures the essence of the Mediterranean cuisine. The pastry's crispy texture and the tuna filling will take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey.