Open Sesame

45 Sweet & Savory Recipes for Tahini & All Things Sesame

Author  Rachel Belle Foreword by  Isaac Mizrahi
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Get creative with these 45 recipes—each with a unique sesame twist—in this stylish, palate-pleasing Middle Eastern cookbook with global inspirations.

Like a little black dress, tahini can seamlessly transition from day to night, from savory to sweet. Reimagine how tahini can fit into your everyday repertoire with all the style and whimsy from the host of the James Beard Award-nominated Your Last Meal podcast Rachel Belle. 

This creamy, nutty ingredient is more than just a cult condiment du jour: 

  • It's an allergy-friendly nut substitute!
  • Replaces dairy in vegan dishes! 
  • Full of heart-healthy fats, plant-based protein, and chock-full of essential vitamins!
  • Adds a roasty-toasty, elevated flavor to many desserts!

Sprinkle some sesame sparkle into your life with recipes that Isaac Mizrahi calls "slightly insane" but "irresistible," including:
  • Everything-Including-the-Bagel Salad
  • Falafel-Spiced Tahini Deviled…