ABDURRAHMAN TATLICI Plain Halva (Sade Tahin Helvasi) 500g

Savory is one of the most widely used and the oldest spices in Bulgarian cuisine. The package contains pure dried herbs. Savory (chubritsa, merudia) is one of the most traditional Bulgarian spices. It is used as the base for many of the traditional Bulgarian spice mixes. Savory has a strong distinct aroma slightly resembling that of thyme but much more distinctive. It has a vast application in Bulgarian cuisine – it is an integral part of the preparation of many favorite dishes as lentils, green beans, peas, beans, cabbage, potatoes, pizza and others. It can be combined with other spices such as sharena salt. Savory is also known to stimulate the activity of the stomach and intestines, so it is very suitable for seasonings that are hard to digest such as legumes – beans, lentils, peas, etc. Recommended usage: lentils, green beans, peas, beans, cabbage, potatoes, pizza

This instant gris, also know as cream of wheat or dry cereal, cooks up in only 2 – 3 minutes. It is a perfect breakfast to enjoy on a cold wintry day. Content of the bag is sufficient for making 6 single servings.

Summer savory has been described as a cross between thyme and mint, with a hint of marjoram. It’s similar to winter savory, though bears a more mild and delicate flavor. Even if you have never grown or bought summer savory, you’ve probably tried it without even knowing. It’s used in many dried herb mixtures for stuffing and meat dishes. Summer savory is the kind of herb that’s compatible with a wide array dishes, just the way thyme in. In fact, the two can be easily used interchangeably. It’s one of the main ingredients in the herb blend, herbs de Provence, and is commonly paired with beans, vegetables, pork, lamb, stuffing, and sauces.

Sarmale are Romanian stuffed cabbage rolls traditionally served on Christmas and New Year's Eve but also served throughout the year at weddings, baptism parties, and other large celebrations. Ground pork is mixed with sauteed caramelized onions and rice stuffed in a cabbage leaf, pickled sauerkraut leaf or grape leaf.