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From The WLCU Sydney Baker-in-Residence: Lemon and Pistachio Almond Cake

From The WLCU Sydney Baker-in-Residence: Lemon and Pistachio Almond Cake

By Joseph Khoudair Pistachio… this humble and ancient morsel for me has always been synonymous with Middle Eastern cuisine, by virtue of its myriad of uses. It is nestled between two supporting flavours and is the core of my Lemon and Pistachio Almond cake, which remains one of my favourites. Lemon and Pistachio Almond Cake   Serves 8-12 Ingredients 3/4 cup castor sugar 2 tablespoons lemon zest 3 eggs (room temperature) 2/3 cup light olive oil 1/2 cup full-fat greek yoghurt 1/4 cup…

Ghraybeh – Lebanese Butter Cookies

Ghraybeh are delicious and delicate Middle Eastern cookies that melt in your mouth. Whilst every effort is made to ensure traditional recipes are provided, it is acknowledged that every Lebanese village will have its own ‘special touches’. Thus the recipes passed down from one generation to another often vary slightly from village to village. We view this as part of the rich Lebanese culture.

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