Welcome! This recipe is inspired by Lebanese Mujadara and a combination of few Mediterranean recipes. However, I have added Ginger by choice because of it's various health benefits essentially with digestion. Hope you enjoy the video! :)

@ktg3180

2 жыл бұрын

Have you posted the recipe somewhere?

@richardbrown7165

2 жыл бұрын

@@ktg3180 Look under 'SHOW MORE' near the top.

@thanhchin9645

2 жыл бұрын

How do I get the recipe ?

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

you can find the written recipe in the description box

@byzantineladybug9471

2 жыл бұрын

I would like to try this recipe but I am not sure what ‘strained tomatoes’ are. Is that a plain tomato sauce? At the store, what product would I look for? Thank you for your help!!!

I just love this type of video where nobody blabbers on , where everything is clear and concise , the photography beutifly filmed accompanied by calm music, well done.

@FoodImpromptu

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@govegan0424

3 ай бұрын

I second this!!

@sabyasachirimpa

3 ай бұрын

Watch BongEats, same flavor.

@os-qt1hc

6 күн бұрын

Everyone prefers something else. For me the music is disturbing, beacause it is emotional, and I find it inappropriate for a cooking video. I had to watch it on mute. Also, when I cook/prepare ingredients, I cannot look at the video nonstop. I prefer when the cooks are saying what they are doing so that I can do what they say without actually having to have my eyes glued on the video the whole time. And I don't care about photography or how beautifully it is filmed. I just want to cook a meal, I didn't come here for a cultural experience. Just saying :D

@kayelle8005

3 күн бұрын

I like that the ingredients and quantities are listed and that the photography is good but I would much prefer to hear the instructions, makes it much more accessible for people with visual issues and for those of us trying to cook along. I will never make this because I’m a beginner cook and I need to hear the instructions while I’m following. Unlikely to subscribe.

Somebody didn't let their film degree go to waste.

There is nothing more Mediterranean than finishing cooking with a squeeze of fresh lemon and 2-3 spoonfuls of olive oil. Love it!

As someone on a fixed income this is wonderful. Plenty of protein, and flavor, and affordable

@usewisdom2

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@merk9569

Жыл бұрын

The combination of beans and/or peas with grains like rice and quinoa can give a person all 9 essential amino acids needed for building protein in our bodies. Unfortunately, some of these amino acids are in limited quantities. Spinach and quinoa have all nine of the amino acids but still need to be eaten in enough quantity and combination to receive proper nutrition. Fortunately it’s not that difficult! It doesn’t require a college degree in nutrition. There are lots of sources (online, nutrition booklets, library books etc) to guide individuals in making good food choices- and save money while improving their diet. I am much healthier since getting off meat and reducing my dairy intake. I will eat it occasionally for special occasions but I’m convinced it’s an inferior protein source- too much fat and cholesterol. My body makes plenty of cholesterol on its own- over 325 while on a strict vegan diet!

@luciobrazil007

Жыл бұрын

@@merk9569 no one is healthier cutting out meat and dairy

@jonathandjing1065

Жыл бұрын

That’s all carbohydrates lol 😂

@jimmytgoose476

Жыл бұрын

@Jarl Kilduff wrong . I have been vegan for 36 years and have no deficiencies. At 58 i can still cycle 40 miles and skateboard on a 12 foot high vertical ramp .

In my hometown in Mount Lebanon, we don't start with onions,but fry them in their chopped long shape and add it on top of the plate. Also, we use ground Cumin only. Served along Greek yogurt fresh from our village is a delight. But I like this recipe too, gonna try it. Thanks for sharing.

@elrondhubbard7059

4 ай бұрын

Yum, that fresh yoghurt made in the village sounds like it would be absolutely delicious.

Excellent video. I wish everyone followed your simple way of sharing a recipe. All of the ingredients are listed so there's no guess work, no endless minutes of watching someone chop vegetables, and no annoying talking. This dish looks delish and I'm adding it to my collection. Thank you for posting!

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

@usewisdom2

2 жыл бұрын

I'm totally with you on that, dont understand why some people waste time showing us how they're chopping every last bit. Or doing way too much talking at the beginning and still dont show the actual recipe on screen.

@TurnerTurnip

Жыл бұрын

Agree on the "no annoying talking". Or no annoying rock and roll or rap music in the background, either. Yes, there's music in these videos, but it's more like relaxing hotel lobby music. Which is not annoying at all.

@bikeny

Жыл бұрын

@@TurnerTurnip Funny, you found the music relaxing. I had to mute it. But, I do agree with the point about annoying background music in videos, especially when the host is talking. If I want music, I'll watch a music video. I've saved this video for future use.

@cindy9155

Жыл бұрын

Yes, well said. I haven't made it yet, but I like it just as you stated.

The video was incredibly made. I love how you showed all the small details, like what low heat looks like which is usually an “unknown” for novice cooks. Great work!

@MaryJacob10

3 ай бұрын

Some want to talk about the vitamin content and how beneficial for body ,such a waste of time n boring.

This is such a popular and easy dish in India as well. It's called as Khichdi. There are numerous variants of it with the kind of spices you can use in it, with or without onions, Kind of lentils used, etc. It's usually given when you're sick as well and it's amazingly comforting!

@karanhiraskar6083

2 жыл бұрын

Yes here in my place we call it as masoor bhaat😁

@karanhiraskar6083

2 жыл бұрын

And use ghee or mustard oil instead of olive oil

@ericwilliams8371

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing that! I appreciate how Indian food incorporates lentils and tomatoes and other healthy things so much. I love legumes and Indian food so I will have to make this sometime!

@karanhiraskar6083

2 жыл бұрын

@@ericwilliams8371 yes sure, just make sure to use a pot with heavy thick bottom 😊

@malcolmbartram5273

2 жыл бұрын

One major reason public health in India is so bad is this sort of food. Rice and lentils are best avoided. Lentils are full of anti nutritients. Phytic acid for example. Phytic acid blocks the absorption of iron, zinc and calcium.

Throw in the powder spices before the wet tomato and let them infuse in the oil for a bit over medium heat for even more flavour!

@gillianbec

2 жыл бұрын

Yaaaaaas!!!! So much flavour when the spices cook!!!

@commess1

2 жыл бұрын

I did this! You were right!

@user-pi4cf6fj7b

2 жыл бұрын

That's for ~30 seconds, right?

@cupguin

2 жыл бұрын

Or even better your whole spices...but yeah if you're using oil in the region always infuse the oil with your aromatics first.

@yakb.7690

2 жыл бұрын

@@user-pi4cf6fj7b depends on the spice honestly. Something like paprika burns very easily, others change their aroma a bit depending on how long it fries for. Just use your sense of smell and keep an eye on the color

This is beautifully filmed. It's more like a relaxation video than a cooking one!!

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed the video :)

@chasbodaniels1744

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, and yet I’m still hankering for a nice plateful.

@cytata5359

2 жыл бұрын

Totally!

@Malcolm.Y

2 жыл бұрын

And i was admiring the simple, but effective music.

@poppet229

2 жыл бұрын

So what did you put in it that wasn’t written garlic I think one what was the other ??

I make Mujadara using bulgur instead of rice, specially for Easter. Thank you, beautiful recipe.

can't say which is more relaxing; watching the preparation without talking and all ingredients listed, or the wonderfully soothing music. This is true cooking meditation, thank you for this blissful video as well as very much appreciated yummy recipe I'll try right away ❤

Tip for everyone, put lentils first, cook till tender, then add the rice. I cooked this dish following everything to the letter and there's no way the lentils are going to cook in the same time as the rice.

@guldawar9708

28 күн бұрын

Yeah, I cook my lentils first aswell, bcz rice doesn't take long to cook😅😊😋

@madhaviagarwal2365

16 күн бұрын

Absolutely correct

@veronicasaavedra4856

16 күн бұрын

It’s cause you want the lentils al dente not mushy

@lindamcneil711

16 күн бұрын

Consider using a harder rice, like basmati brown rice. However, even with that, I would still cook the lentil about 5 to 10 minutes longer than the rice

@laurarobichaud5747

11 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏 so appreciate

I'm mesmerised at how clean and tidy everything was. There wasn't a splatter or a grain of rice out of place!

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

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Жыл бұрын

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@berndtherrenvolk1951

Жыл бұрын

The rice is well trained.

@Denis_Dolgov

4 ай бұрын

Sorry but a few grains did jump out at 4:39. It just had to happen, otherwise the video would have been illegally perfect ;)

@ruweidak3158

3 ай бұрын

@@Denis_Dolgovyou must be fun to be around

The music is so sad waiting for tears to be added as the last ingredient

@Flawed-Awed-Gawed

8 ай бұрын

😊

@luselou

3 ай бұрын

😂😂

@jancek1980

2 ай бұрын

😂

@donatapowell8143

2 ай бұрын

💧

@C2676GDH

29 күн бұрын

Lol

This is a new staple for me. I've made it three times and it is absolutely delicious! I add the parsley fresh, per serving. It freezes and reheats well.

@FoodImpromptu

Жыл бұрын

So awesome to hear that! Glad you liked it 😊

While visiting Jaffa a couple years ago, I remember buying a bag of mixed rice, lentils, spices and - I think - dried onions at Suk HaCarmel. After cooking, it turned out to be a really nice and hearty meal, but I could not for the life of me remember what was it called. Now, thanks to this video, I believe this might well have been this very dish :)

I just recently within the last 2 months gave up meat and had been having a hard time coming up with dishes to eat that I enjoy until I found your channel. Everything I have had so far have been amazing and I am enjoying this life choice a lot more. I honestly probably would have given up if I had not found this channel.

@FoodImpromptu

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind message. So happy to hear that. You inspire me to make better recipes. 😊❤️

@Nad749

Жыл бұрын

Try Lebanese dishes, burghul, mjadra, mdardara, and so many other vegetarian dishes very healthy.

Excellent healthy and delicious recipe . Very similar Indian Dal & Rice. Appreciate U sharing it Thanks form Bharat / India 🇮🇳

I'm vegan myself. So gave this dish a try. Used green lentils as brown weren't available locally. Anyway absolutely delicious. Makes 5 portions. So really chuffed. Thank you for the recipe.

@FoodImpromptu

12 күн бұрын

So awesome to hear that! Glad you enjoyed this recipe 😊

I could sit down and eat the entire pot. Yummy! My family is from Syria and Lebanon this really speaks to me.

I have tried your recipe and found it so delicious and easy to prepare and cook. Lots of flavour through each bite. Didn’t have brown lentils in the shops or my nearest supermarket however, I used orange lentils which is just a best! I soaked it over night. I used only half a spoon of salt and coriander; due to sodium and having Dyalisis 3 times a week. Again very tasty and quick. I also lightly fried chunks of quorum to compliment the lentil and rice dish for the grandchildren. I suggest if anyone is going to try this recipe do all the preparation before you start cooking.

FANTASTIC!!! Can satisfy the palates of Vegans, Vegetarians and non! Thank you

Mujadara is super underrated with fatoush or garlic yogurt with cucumber it is amazing

It is a delicious recipe. I use yellow lentils and it gives a different flavor. In Egypt, we make the recipe with brown lentils in some cities, but the coastal cities we make the recipe with yellow lentils ... Thank you very much for the recipe.. 🙏🏽🙏🏽

@jamesrandles4725

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Hala, do you need extra water with yellow lentils vs brown? I cooked with red and needed an extra cup of water!

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Жыл бұрын

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@wallsgreebo8352

Жыл бұрын

What is this dish called in egypt please?

Such a beautifully filmed video with lovely music. I enjoy the sounds of the kitchen as well.

Fantastic! We tried it and also added a little spinach that we had, after the onion. Delicious!

So calming and peaceful. Delicious recipe 💝💖💘. Thank you and will definitely try this one.

Guess what I'm making for dinner tonight !! I do so enjoy your videos, delicious food with clear well explained instructions but no unnecessarily long drawn out scenes of vegetable chopping and pot stirring and constant requests to hit the subscribe button and best of all, no misleading click bait subject line - the food says it all !!!! Thank you !! (P.S. I did hit like and I am subscribed 😁😘😘)

@FoodImpromptu

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Making delicious dishes with what I can afford is hard. It is really inspirational to see how easily and with so few basic plant-based ingredients I can cook amazing food.

Made this yesterday but used one yellow and one red onion as they were all I had in the kitchen at the time. I also used one cube of veggie bullion and can say that it turned out fantastic!

@FoodImpromptu

Жыл бұрын

So awesome to hear that! Glad you liked it 😊

PLEASE NOTE: Soaking time of lentil depends on it's quality. Some brown lentils are more dry than the others and will therefore need more soaking time. How to know if the lentils are soaked well? You should be able to cut a lentil piece with your finger nails, effortlessly. If not, then soak it for longer. It's really important that the lentils are soaked well and tender for this recipe.

@medoalgarni4039

2 жыл бұрын

This is NOT plant based as you used white rice . You should’ve used brown or red rice.

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

@@medoalgarni4039 - This recipe is PB and not WFPB.

@medoalgarni4039

2 жыл бұрын

@@FoodImpromptu thanks for clarification

@lastoftheurgents1965

2 жыл бұрын

@@medoalgarni4039 Sorry> I dont understand. How is white rice not plant based?

@ZenMika

2 жыл бұрын

@@lastoftheurgents1965 Whit rice and bread are highly processed and so are depleted of many heart-healthy nutrients in addition.... have a high glycemic index, which means they can make blood sugar levels spike and increase hunger, leading to overeating.

Another homerun recipe, I just made some for dinner tonight and am definitely making again! Serve on top of finely shredded cabbage, too, for some nice crunch :)

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So awesome to hear that :)

@Theaterverslaafde

Жыл бұрын

Great idea!

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Жыл бұрын

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Awesome, loved it , showed your recipe to my mom & she said that she had it in her childhood days only & she calls it brown lentil chaat .I asked her , would she like to have it again.She is very happy to hear it. I am happy as this dish reminds me of chick pea lentil pulao& I love it❤❤.

Love these recipes ! Keep them coming with lentils...would like a vegan simple dipping sauce

Really good poverty meal, no complicated ingredients nice and simple and cheap to cook in bulk. I added a stock cube.

Wow. Delicious!!! I added 3/4 tsp and Paeyah spice at the end . It became a Spanish dish with so much depth of flavor ✨

Looks amazing thanks for sharing 🙏🏽 I love lentil & rice so I’m definitely gonna try this recipe out! ❤️❤️

Love the filming

Looks delicious 👌🏻 Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a wonderful day everyone 🌻

Watching your beautiful videos is so relaxing, it's a form of meditation.

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Mntryjoseph - Thank you! So nice to hear from you. Hope all is well :)

NICE. Beautiful music and timing. I am more inspired by your style. That’s how I like my kitchen. Peaceful. Aromatic and inviting Thanks.

I made this tonight and it’s my new favorite - so flavorful! Never been a fan of lentils before now. The lemon and parsley at the end take it to the next level.

@FoodImpromptu

Ай бұрын

So great to hear that! Glad you enjoyed the recipe 😊

This looks so hearty and nourishing - not to mention very delicious. It would probably taste even better on the second day once all the flavors have had a chance to fully marinate together.

@WhatsSheMaking

2 жыл бұрын

We have this recipe with some Saffron in Iran too!

@arduinohome3729

2 жыл бұрын

@@WhatsSheMaking when do you add the saffron ?

@WhatsSheMaking

2 жыл бұрын

@@arduinohome3729 At the end just a drizzle of steeped saffron and then give it a stir!

@user-pi4cf6fj7b

2 жыл бұрын

Hearty is the word that came to me as well, I want to make this today and have a hearty dinner😃

@usewisdom2

2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed

I prepared this meal last night for my husband and it was very tasty. Made a slight adjustment, I didn't have ginger and I also used tomato paste in place of the crushed strained tomatoes. I appreciate your effort in sharing these recipes with us. I am thankful for you.

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. So awesome to hear that :)

This looks so good I could smell it! So versatile.

This is perfect! I wanted to make some lentils today and was trying to decide how I wanted to prepare them and this video showed up. Thanks!

Amazing recipe!!! Tasty like grandma's!!! Thanks for the good vibes!!😋😋👍

Thank you for this recipe - and all your others. It looks delicious, beautiful, and very adaptable. It’s so nice to have tasty, healthy comfort food like this waiting in my fridge after the first serving, too. Please keep posting your great ideas. I’m going to soak my lentils now! :)

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Let me know how it goes :)

@satayanarayanabodi5738

11 ай бұрын

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Thank you! Looks super easy and yum

Can’t wait to try this, thank you! So inspiring lentil recipes!

I'll be making this dish this afternoon and will be bringing it to the lake tomorrow morning. I have been making a version of this delicious Lebanese dish for years, but I love the idea of adding ginger!, the strained tomatoes and the juice of a lemon at the end... what a great idea! Thanks for your great recipes!

Did I just drop acid. That was beautiful!!! I will now watch all your videos to relax and gain inspiration.

I loved it! Thanks! ❤

I can’t wait to make this! Looks delicious and healthy!

This looks simple and so good, I’ve been looking for something new to add to my meal prep. Thanks 🙏

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Let me know how it goes :)

Thank you for such a wonderful recipe and a fantastic video. What a gift!

@FoodImpromptu

3 ай бұрын

Thanks! So glad you enjoyed the video 😊

That looks delicious.

Many thanks for recipe 🥰

You were inspired by our mdardara... it is a very classique dish of our Lebanese cuisine .... we don't put garlic or ginger.... it is nice to see that our cuisine inspire other culture... 🤗

Looks good and simple enough. Thanks for giving the recipe multiple ways.

It looks amazing

This is a great video,and recipe. So glad that there is no annoying banter or endless time watching someone chopping veggies or whatever. And the fact that you include all the ingredients in the description box. I hate it when you have 2 go to someone's website or blog spot to get the full recipe. .😊

So easy and yummy! I made this, I of course added more spice, cayenne pepper. And I also added chopped dates at the end because I like the contrast of sweet and spicy. This is one my top cooking channels I use regularly…thank you for not taking 20 minutes to show one recipe and without all the incessant talking and showing of cutting the vegetables… Your videos are so easy to watch. ❤

@FoodImpromptu

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! So Glad you liked it 😊

@BD-eu1id

8 ай бұрын

Did you use dried dates?

Made it, added tatziki sauce when serving it. It was amazing. Thank you for the recipe.

@FoodImpromptu

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! So glad you liked it 😊

Wyglada pysznie !

Gorgeous recipe. Thank you

Nice soothing music, no talking and not too long.Thank you looks super healthy and tasty, going to add this to my list.

@FoodImpromptu

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@carltaylor4942

Жыл бұрын

Same here. Cooking it right now and it smells wonderful!

Thank you! That looks delicious, can’t wait to try it. Also thank you for the soaking note.

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! :)

Wow I like that strainer.

Thank You FOR WATERING MY MOUTH .

@FoodImpromptu

Жыл бұрын

😊

I can make a big batch of that Sundays and have it for lunch a few work days per week. I think it will be great when paired with boiled eggs. Delicious, nutritious, filling. Thanks!

Heartfelt content full of love and intention. Thank you for teaching us. This looks absolutely delicious. Thank you 🙏

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words. It means a lot :)

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Thank you, looks scrumptious!

I have made this for my friends during dinner, and they really enjoyed it! Thank you very much for publishing this recipe.

@FoodImpromptu

3 ай бұрын

So awesome to hear that! Glad you enjoyed this recipe 😊

This is a great meal for anyone on a tight budget. Delicious, simple and cheap.

@cherylzaccone9685

6 ай бұрын

i just bought everything and cheap not so much the first time as I needed the spices, but now its in the house so I hope I like this as I one bag of lentils is 2 cups so I can make this again. Soaking them now.

@Michelle_Emm

6 ай бұрын

@@cherylzaccone9685 I use these spices alot so I buy them in bulk from a local Asian grocery store for pennies compared to supermarkets. I get four cups out of a bag of lentils @ $3 a bag, so less than $1 per serve. I buy 5kg of rice at a time for about $11 which works out to about 50c a cup. I grow my own coriander and parsley and can usually access free lemons so for me this dish is very economical. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did.☺️

In Bangladesh, We call it 'khichuri'. But here we use 2:1 ratio for rice and lentil. It gives a nice balance of carbohydrate and protin. And also tumeric is very essential in this dish.

@iamkasilein

Жыл бұрын

How much turmeric would you add?

@saowadalqavi7636

Жыл бұрын

@@iamkasilein For 2 cups of rice I will add 1/2 tsp of tumeric

@ashkondadban5938

Жыл бұрын

@@saowadalqavi7636 thank you my friend

This looks amazing! Will try it tomorrow

Looks delicious and so healthy.

Thank you for a great simple ,healthy recipe!

@FoodImpromptu

7 ай бұрын

Most welcome!

Absolutely adore your recipe. Exactly what I am looking for and the way I love to cook : simple, healthy and vegan. Many thanks !!!!

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

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Жыл бұрын

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looks delicious and very healthy

looks amazing, can't wait to try

I was looking for easy but tasty lentil meals. This looks perfect

@bearo8

2 жыл бұрын

I tried it and it's amazing. I didn't have parsley and used a different type of rice but it was really good. Not as tomatoey as I thought it would be but really good. Fresh and warming.

Wow - what a fantastic video and what a fantastic dish. I will try this soon. Thank you.

Thank you it looks delicioius! I will make it tomorrow.

Looks fantastic ❤

Thank you so much for your recipe. I made it today and it's one of the yummiest rice and lentil recipe I ever made.

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So awesome to hear that :)

Everything that this lady makes it's amazing. Simple and delicious. I've made many of her recipes and I certify that are really good!

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I am so glad you enjoyed the recipes :)

Easy and tasty recipe, thanks for posting!

I just made this and it is so delicious! Definitely making it again. Thank you so much for your delicious recipe and showing all the steps. ❤️

I made and this recipe is fantastic. Really tasty and filling. Thanks and I'll be trying your other recipes 😊

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So awesome to hear that :)

we made this yesterday and it was just so tasty! as always, thank you for the clear video and written instructions, it makes a big difference...

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So glad you liked it :)

@usewisdom2

2 жыл бұрын

Yes that's so important

Wow looks so healthy and delicious! Thanks for the recipe 😄

Looks awesome thanks for sharing 👍

I tried today and I added chicken and it was amazing! Thank you so much for such a great recipe!

This dish looks delicious. What a great recipe to add lentils to. I will make it this weekend

@FoodImpromptu

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Let me know how it goes :)

I will definitely try this recipe. Looks delicious.

Looks delicious. I can't wait to try it. Thanks