by Başak | Dec 23, 2022 | Do It Yourself, First course, Food Awareness |
Eggless homemade pasta dough: using wholemeal flour Time: prep. 20 mins cook. 2-5 mins rest min 30 minsDifficulty: easy (manual pasta maker)Yields: 2-3 portionsCost : very low What makes the holidays... 
by Başak | Dec 12, 2022 | Do It Yourself, First course, Food Awareness |
Healthy Stove top Pizza + oven’s grill: best Neapolitan taste Time: prep. & prove 1-30 hrs cook. approx 30 minsDifficulty: easy (if you buy the base)Yields: 4 round pizzasCost: low Pizza Napoletana is... 
by Başak | Nov 29, 2022 | First course |
Turkish Yogurt soup: anti-waste recipe, ideal for winter Time: prep. 5 mins cook. 10 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 4 portionsCost: low Yogurt soup is a recipe worth trying, especially if you are a soup lover and at the same... 
by Başak | Nov 21, 2022 | Side dishes |
Vegan Celeriac Schnitzel baked or fried, always delicious Time: prep. 5 mins bake 20 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low My special vegan celeriac schnitzel suggestion is surprisingly tasty and perhaps... 
by Başak | Oct 18, 2022 | First course |
Turkish Bulgur pilaf: the original recipe of a healthy plate Time: prep. 10 mins cook. 10 mins rest 10 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Bulgur is a wonderful ingredient with an... 
by Başak | Oct 10, 2022 | Side dishes |
Roasted bell peppers: how to roast, skin, store and use them Time: prep. 5 mins roast. 10-30 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Roasted bell peppers are one of my favorite side dishes, without a... 
by Başak | Sep 30, 2022 | Main course |
Easy black bean stew: a soup rich in plant-based proteins Time: prep. 10 mins cook. tot 30 minDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Easy black bean stew is a surprisingly nutrient-rich dish even without... 
by Başak | Sep 20, 2022 | Side dishes |
Zucchini carpaccio: this gourmet side dish is ready in 10 mins Time: prep. 5 mins marinate 5-60 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Zucchini carpaccio is the side dish that surprises everyone: for... 
by Başak | Sep 8, 2022 | Side dishes |
Italian grilled eggplant: easy, tasty and budget friendly Time: prep. 5 mins cook. 20 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Italian grilled eggplant is one of summer’s most beloved side... 
by Başak | Aug 31, 2022 | Desserts, Do It Yourself, Food Awareness |
Blackberry jam: only 3 ingredients and without pectin Time: prep. 10 mins cook. 50 minsYields: easyDosi: 1,2 kgCost: low Summer for many means sun and sea; others prefer to immerse themselves in the hinterland... 
by Başak | Aug 8, 2022 | Side dishes |
Greek salad: packed with nutrients and ideal for summer Time: prep. 10 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Greek salad is an ideal choice for hot summer days.When it is exhausting to approach the stove, eating... 
by Başak | Aug 1, 2022 | Main course |
sTurkish Navy Bean Salad – Piyaz, protein-rich meal for all Time: prep. 5 mins cott. 15-25 – minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Piyaz a.k.a. Turkish navy bean salad has no season; it... 
by Başak | Jul 21, 2022 | Main course |
Pan-fried cheese with mushrooms: tasty with no added oil Time: prep. 5 mins cook. 15 mins totDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Mediterranean style pan-fried cheese is a recipe for those who want to win... 
by Başak | Jul 10, 2022 | Main course |
Turkish stuffed eggplants: call them if you want Vegan Karniyarik Time: prep. 10 mins baking 40 mins totDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Karniyarik is one of the summer staples of Turkish cuisine. Beside... 
by Başak | Jul 4, 2022 | Side dishes |
by Başak | Jun 6, 2022 | Main course |
Chilled green lentil soup: refreshing, vegan and rich in iron Time: prep. 15 mins cook. 10/30 mins cool. min 2 hrsDifficulty: very easy Yields: 2 portionsCost : low I should have called it summer soup,... 
by Başak | May 23, 2022 | Desserts |
Sweet potato nice cream, banana free & no machine recipe Time: prep. 15 mins cook. 12 mins (press. cook.) freez. from 2 to 10 hrsDifficulty: easyYields: 4 portions of 2 scoopsCost: low You... 
by Başak | May 16, 2022 | Side dishes |
Romano beans with tomatoes, easy Turkish recipe ideal for the summer Time: prep. 5 mins cook. 15 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 3-4 portionsCost: low And finally, romano beans season is here.Where I live (in... 
by Başak | Apr 20, 2022 | Desserts |
The perfect porridge recipe: ideal & cheap breakfast can also be gourmet Time: prep. 3 mins cook. approx 10-15 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: very low As the most important meal of... 
by Başak | Mar 23, 2022 | First course |
Vegan Pasta with peas and beets, which fancy themselves as bacon! Time: prep. 10 mins cook. 25-40 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost : low Vegan pasta with peas and beetroot bacon will surprise you with its... 
by Başak | Mar 16, 2022 | Side dishes |
Roasted squash hummus: a low FODMAP alternative with no chickpeas Time: prep. 5 mins bak. squash 30 minsDifficulty: easy Yields: 2 portions Cost : low Do you like hummus? What a silly question! Of course you do,... 
by Başak | Feb 21, 2022 | First course |
Millet gnocchi with white bean sauce: gluten-free and nutrient-dense recipe Time: prep. 20 mins cook. millet 15-30 mins cook. gnocchi 3-5 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Do you like... 
by Başak | Feb 15, 2022 | Main course |
Mushroom and chickpea patties: vegan & gluten-free recipe for all Time: prep. 5-7 mins bak. 20 mins cool. 20 minsDifficulty: very easy Yields: 2 peopleCost: low If you try to avoid industrial... 
by Başak | Feb 8, 2022 | Side dishes |
Vegetable salad: 5 tasty ideas to replace the same old lettuce There is no meal in my house that does not contain a salad, 365 days a year.However, bringing a (sad) bowl of lettuce to the table in the coldest months may not seem like a very appealing... 
by Başak | Jan 10, 2022 | First course |
Sandwich cake with whole wheat or rye bread: vegetarian and scrumptious Time: prep. 30 mins cook. 10 mins for veggiesDifficulty: very easyYields: 8 portionsCost: medium-low I still can’t believe it but today is... 
by Başak | Dec 13, 2021 | First course |
Gluten free and Vegan Crepes: budget-friendly, healthy and so tasty Time: prep. 5 mins cook. approx. 5 mins/crepeDifficulty: mediumYields: 6-7 crepes of 20 cmCost: very low These gluten free and vegan crepes... 
by Başak | Dec 7, 2021 | Main course |
Turkish meatless meatballs: köfte recipe with vegan minced meat Time: prep. 15 mins cook. 10 minsDifficulty: easyYields: for 4 portionsCost: low If you’ve ever been to Turkey, I’m sure you’ve had... 
by Başak | Nov 22, 2021 | Side dishes |
Sautéed Brussels Sprouts: health benefits and tips for cooking Time: prep. 5 mins cook. 15 minsDifficulty: very easy Yields: 2 portions Cost: low I love all vegetables, especially those that have health benefits due... 
by Başak | Oct 5, 2021 | First course |
Vegetable curry soup: creamy and perfect for your immune system Time: prep. 10 mins cook. 30 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low The change of seasons is a crucial period in which even the strongest can be... 
by Başak | Sep 13, 2021 | Main course |
Lentil salad with yogurt and tahini dressing: nutrient-rich poor man’s recipe Time: cook. 10 mins + cool prep. 5 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: very low In Italy... 
My name is Başak, food engineer with HACCP specialization. I research the balance of diets, according to their sustainability
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