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Some of the Egyptian parties, particularly those with financial means, have opened commercial outlets in different cities where they sell consumers foodstuffs, including beef and chicken, at low rates ...

so children in Egypt grow up feeling healthy, educated and protected. Cook rice according to directions. Rinse lentils and put them in a pot, covering them with water and bring to a boil. Then simmer ...

Add water to this liquid to amount to three cups all in all. Stir in rice to the sautéed beef vegetables; over low heat. Bring reserved liquid and extra water to the boil. Pour over beef and ...

served on macaroni and rice and topped with spoonfuls of tangy tomato sauce and caramelized onions. In his cookbook, My Egypt, Mina offers his version of this classic comfort food dish ...