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Aunt Hazel's Kitchen

The Collection

7 Categories

How we cook,
in seven
small
chapters.

The recipes here grow out of seven small habits. Each chapter is a way of thinking about food as much as a place to put a recipe.

Main dishes category featuring a variety of traditional Turkish homemade meals served on a rustic dining table with warm natural lighting.

Main Dishes

Satisfying main dishes prepared with meat, poultry, and vegetables.

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A variety of homemade snacks including crispy fries, sigara böreği, toasted sandwiches, popcorn, savory pastries and dipping sauces served on a rustic wooden table.

Snacks

Quick and easy foods served as snacks or side dishes.

2 recipes →

Traditional Turkish breakfast spread featuring menemen, simit, cheeses, olives, fresh vegetables, homemade jams, pastries and Turkish tea served on a rustic wooden table.

Breakfast

Discover a delicious collection of breakfast recipes, from traditional Turkish favorites to quick and easy morning dishes for every taste.

9 recipes →

Traditional Turkish mezes including hummus, haydari, stuffed grape leaves, ezme, eggplant salad and olive oil appetizers beautifully arranged on a rustic Mediterranean table.

Appetizers

Mezes are an essential part of Turkish cuisine, bringing color, variety and rich flavors to every table. From creamy yogurt-based dips and olive oil appetizers to roasted vegetables and traditional spreads, these recipes are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Whether served alongside grilled dishes or enjoyed on their own, Turkish mezes offer a delicious taste of Mediterranean hospitality and homemade cooking.

9 recipes →

A variety of traditional Turkish street foods including lahmacun, döner kebab, tantuni, simit, kumpir, kokoreç and midye dolma served on a rustic wooden table with authentic street-style presentation.

Street Food

1 recipe →

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Desserts

Sweet recipes ranging from traditional desserts to cakes and cookies.

12 recipes →

A selection of refreshing homemade drinks including fresh lemonade, fruit beverages, herbal teas and infused water beautifully served on a rustic wooden table with fresh citrus and herbs.

Drinks

Discover a collection of refreshing homemade drinks for every season. From fresh lemonades and fruit beverages to comforting hot drinks and traditional favorites, these easy recipes are made with simple ingredients and perfect for enjoying at home.

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Turkish Basil Sherbet
Drinks

Turkish Basil Sherbet

Traditional Turkish basil sherbet made with fresh purple basil, lemon and sugar. Fragrant, vibrant and refreshing, this homemade drink is perfect for warm summer days and tastes especially delicious when served chilled with plenty of ice.

Homemade Lemonade
Drinks

Homemade Lemonade

Homemade lemonade is a refreshing classic made with fresh lemons, natural sweetness, and cold water. Simple to prepare and bursting with citrus flavor, it's the perfect drink for hot summer days, family gatherings, or any time you need a refreshing homemade beverage.