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"Figs, dates, pomegranates and grapes were the only fruits that could be grown in the hot climate. From: Ancient Egyptian Food and Drink. This recipe was from 1600BC and was found on an ostraca. *NOTE* There are no times given but I'm thinking it would go pretty quickly with the food processor."

Ingredients: cinnamon, dates...

"This was given to me by an Egyptian friend who said it's a family recipe. I like the fact it's doesn't contain dairy and nuts so it was perfect for Menu #24612 because we had a few guest who are lactose intolerant and have an allergic to nuts. You can chill the dip until it's needed. It will keep for two days in the refrigerator but..."

Ingredients: ground cumin, extra virgin olive oil...

"My mom used to make this. It's similar to dried fruit soaked in sugar water called Khushaaf. Only no sugar water here just juice. These are great for 1 year old's and above because it plumps up the raisins and makes them juicy and easy to eat.

When you're done just drink the juice or mix it with water for your toddler. You can..."

Ingredients: dried fruit, orange juice...

"From 'artichoke to za'atar'. These would make a wonderful snack or appetizer. Posted for ZWT6. Prep time is for heating the deep frying oil."

Ingredients: pepper, coriander seeds...

"I found this recipe on the Food By Country website which stated that "in Egypt, cheese with bread is frequently served at meals. Here, oven-fried cheese is served with lemon wedges and pita triangles." You can easily vary the recipe to suit your tastebuds by adding tomatoes or other vegetables, or vary the cheese by using a traditional Egyptian..."

Ingredients: salt & freshly ground black pepper, eggs...

"I love arabic and greek phyllo pastries with the nuts and the spices and the syrup...yum. This recipe makes delicious little finger-food pastries. One important thing you have to remember in making these types of pastries, from baklava on down, is that hot syrup for cold desserts and cold syrup for hot desserts. In this recipe you can dip the pastries..."

Ingredients: cinnamon, pistachios...

"A Ramadan dish popular in Syria, Lebanon and Egypt, sanbusa traveled to India and became samosa. Sweet sanbusa halvah are special favourites at weddings in the Gulf countries. This is a single recipe for dough, and various different fillings, each yielding enough to fill one batch of dough to make 36-48 pastries. I have not made these myself - I found..."

Ingredients: cinnamon, pepper, currants...

"Dukka is an Egyptian spice mix made from a blend of nuts and seeds. It can be scattered over salads, used to top fish, or served as a nibble with a small dish of extra virgin olive oil and hot bread. This is from The Natural Menopause Cookbook."

Ingredients: whole wheat pita bread, cumin seeds...

"A typically Australian recipe: a wonderful multicultural mix, in this instance a blend of Italian and Middle Eastern cuisine! I found this recipe in the June 2006 issue of ‘The Australian Women’s Weekly’ and have adapted it just slightly, and posted it here for the 2006 Zaar World Tour. I haven’t yet made these pizzas but they contain all the Middle..."

Ingredients: prepared pizza crust, ground cumin...

"This is a delsious and traditional egyptian dessert. Served in Ramadan and in the winters. Top off your portion with your choice of nuts, coconut, cream or milk."

Ingredients: coconut flakes, cream...