tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13662258150859849522024-03-13T07:27:25.109-07:00Realistic MeKeepin' life real with honesty and realistic projects for the everyday personElizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.comBlogger83125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-26910275218455034202020-11-14T14:28:00.003-08:002020-11-14T14:28:36.358-08:00Arabic: Compliments and Corrections<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLkCs6mdobLx8vird495F3o1wc13ijVP8LVVY1hnn_mInG8yZanrU_u9TNCjoSRExkPyu5VVVHwL6psqM_PIX5xkgv87t28AYpUWDKAbGnvn3gL3bPds9XiFnD73nAAGeLablPdz4Y-8bZ/s820/Arabic+%252814%2529.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLkCs6mdobLx8vird495F3o1wc13ijVP8LVVY1hnn_mInG8yZanrU_u9TNCjoSRExkPyu5VVVHwL6psqM_PIX5xkgv87t28AYpUWDKAbGnvn3gL3bPds9XiFnD73nAAGeLablPdz4Y-8bZ/s16000/Arabic+%252814%2529.png" /></a></div><p></p><div style="text-align: left;">Wow at this point of the course, we have learned so much. We are in this awkward state where we know almost 1,000 words, but there are so many more that we need to learn. It can be an exciting point of learning Levantine Arabic, but lets be honest, it can be discouraging as well. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We have put in been so much time to put into learning, and we are only 15% of the way through the whole course. Some words can still be a challenge and we are still learning more. Recognize this feeling and don't try to push it aside. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">You're not the only one going through this, and try to join a community that is also learning. Know that there may be challenging words now, and as you continue to work these words will become easier and easier. You will look back and laugh at how you struggled with certain things.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">
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</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">Know this and keep persevering; you will get this and you will learn more and more. I'm certainly feeling this way at this time and will try to take the advice above. I'll focus on the vocabulary and grammar taught in this lesson, and do a review of the past lessons. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Remembering to be gentle as I make mistakes and to celebrate my successes. Below is the vocabulary from this chapter. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cVrzFHE9OcMSrTCF25KqBmpVTK86sICl/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Vocabulary List</a></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cVrzFHE9OcMSrTCF25KqBmpVTK86sICl/view?usp=sharing" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="827" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioE5mnT588AhVCcpUk72SvB0bnaVwx-YKoTrWebGhDl5Cjg9-gWqV4OjaezYYyhocRgA0OKEEYBpv2ieg7Oy3_0Lq6hFqszCt87FMIJQ9F85Hs_11CZ4-ZS_s_rEdoehQbMVZR3-sn2enz/s16000/vocab.PNG" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">In addition to the this chapter, I have resources below. If you're feeling good go ahead and dive into the details below. If you are overwhelmed, take a break and focus on just the Mango Languages lessons. You don't have to do more, and sometimes more is not best!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the flashcard and recap option!</li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a> page. </li><li>Check out my <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cVrzFHE9OcMSrTCF25KqBmpVTK86sICl/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter summary</a> of this lesson.</li><li>We expanded on the word to speak in this chapter. Check out this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAlY3XgoOPQ&list=PLwOO-vqgFc-qRx7e5cRPQKD5Unc5r8wXm&index=17">video</a> that goes over all the conjugations of this word in Arabic. </li><li>Remember that ‘fi’ means there is/there are. In this chapter we see it come back as how to ask someone if he/she can do something. Check out this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5tZy21lGko&list=PLwOO-vqgFc-qRx7e5cRPQKD5Unc5r8wXm&index=19">video</a> to review how we have learned this word in past chapters. </li><li>Songs to help train your ear. <i>Note: it is far too early in your learning to understand a song completely. The point is to familiarize yourself with the different sounds commonly used in Arabic and to keep an ear out for the words you have learned. </i></li><ul><li>Listen to my Levantine Arabic <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5BMT7a0USNETghRs1C3Ccc">Spotify list</a> as you work and see what you pick up. </li><li>Remember that song, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZyOPJ4v5UU">Albi eh Albi</a>, we listened to in a previous lesson as additional work. Here is a more in-depth explanation of that song, which includes more of our vocab words from this chapter. </li></ul></ul></div><p></p></div>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglg8TqPHQbsRj0jInQ6qeR3ksSP6hbuwh0DXCz5ubMhHZc0PUqKkUbWAiUqwpO40pljjv2W2TcT3rh7KfDH-PTms7qwXKtCWBimjh7Wvn7QQsG-QBK3IA5316_TQDPtQLd3TR6D8tk_DeT/s820/Arabic+%252812%2529.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglg8TqPHQbsRj0jInQ6qeR3ksSP6hbuwh0DXCz5ubMhHZc0PUqKkUbWAiUqwpO40pljjv2W2TcT3rh7KfDH-PTms7qwXKtCWBimjh7Wvn7QQsG-QBK3IA5316_TQDPtQLd3TR6D8tk_DeT/s16000/Arabic+%252812%2529.png" /></a></div><div><br /></div>I'm not sure if we will have another chapter with only 35 new <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sthljxyhltcca67ccrGd4J7PabuShPYp/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">vocabulary lists</a> or less, so definitely take advantage of this chapter. It has a small list, and great grammar lessons so is an amazing opportunity for us to catch up previous difficult vocabulary words and to really understand some of the grammar lessons.
<div><br /></div><div>Also with there being a limited amount of vocab words taught in this lesson, we are able to focus on our pronunciation and how we are forming sentences. We can ask native Arabic speakers who to say a particular word and how to expand upon the explanation. </div><div><br /></div>
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<a href="https://www.memrise.com/course/1890250/levantine-arabic-unit-1/1/"><img alt="Mango Unit 2, Chapter 6, Slide 6" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5Zxuobffdc37VOJvM0eKn-fyRoCftDEpuOq6dhpA0yCkoJvYEdTtRuu1p2xLzkMvYXrUooB4wTlFuN2ysPmbcy85Vo8FeVW6N-HG1nsoVIBi5rS5JYl8hBTL0UawLdxDfeQ5SQY_hOYlt/s2050/slide+6.png" /></a></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">After you are done reviewing the grammar lessons in this chapter, do make sure that you take note of the vocabulary. The list may be small, but it is mighty! This lesson provides a lot of essential verbs and words that we will need to know well as we continue to learn Levantine Arabic. </div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">Make sure you review the list thoroughly, and since it is so short, maybe skip the 80% rule this time around. Make sure you can pronounce every word clearly and have it memorized before moving on. This will help as you continue on to future lessons. </div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sthljxyhltcca67ccrGd4J7PabuShPYp/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Vocabulary List</a></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sthljxyhltcca67ccrGd4J7PabuShPYp/view?usp=sharing" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="298" data-original-width="799" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7-hBCiKIW3XVv_1xgG9geyqZMAPlzmbMzJmo5t_tk2SoHshR588DPxgmD2j63habyGCwiXNspx-bqyFFOwLlmudq5hYj3oYBI8VTZcWHBRFBXCbE-1DTIt-BIF9uieG3EmvwvLZobZYTv/s16000/vocab.PNG" /></a></div><br /><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">If the short vocabulary list left you wanting more, check out the sources below!</div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the flashcard and recap option! </li><li>Review my <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sthljxyhltcca67ccrGd4J7PabuShPYp/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter summary</a> and vocabulary list here! Add it to your collection from the previous chapters. </li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a> page. </li><li>If possible, sit down with a native Arabic speaker and ask them how your pronunciation is of the vocabulary you have learned. This is a great chance to use the grammar and vocab of this chapter to review the vocabulary of the past lessons. </li><li>Songs to help train your ear. <i>Note: it is far too early in your learning to understand a song completely. The point is to familiarize yourself with the different sounds commonly used in Arabic and to keep an ear out for the words you have learned.</i></li><ul><li>Listen to my Levantine Arabic <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5BMT7a0USNETghRs1C3Ccc">Spotify list</a> as you work and see what you pick up.</li></ul></ul>
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Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-315567958678403752020-11-09T12:19:00.005-08:002020-11-09T12:19:49.068-08:00Arabic: Help and Requests<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggPbL9jf-j8a9pGLzC1CLac5iku-d02eiTgwphNB3sQeB9nQlYAX_kJDHi48YOu1auK2x7-PODeilvyRd316sMAPqbFroKYnn8z-sXujt9T-0HrsnE6F9c5ytJgrBHtET9OfyAzY-XI02W/s820/Arabic+%252811%2529.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggPbL9jf-j8a9pGLzC1CLac5iku-d02eiTgwphNB3sQeB9nQlYAX_kJDHi48YOu1auK2x7-PODeilvyRd316sMAPqbFroKYnn8z-sXujt9T-0HrsnE6F9c5ytJgrBHtET9OfyAzY-XI02W/s16000/Arabic+%252811%2529.png" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Lots of stuff is happening in this <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KMabJNSKDXW5qUEm0tXj6wp5uWzZfrKB/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter</a>! So excited to start learning different tenses and how to form sentences that are longer and more in depth. It really is exciting and will help us understand potential conversations easier in the future. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">In addition to the new grammar we learn more vocabulary around 'help' scenarios. If an emergency comes up, we will be able to communicate it and get the appropriate help. That is essential vocabulary, but isn't something we will learn every day.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Remember the 80% rule (moving on when you are comfortable with 80% of the vocabulary), and try to move through the chapter. Don't get hung up on certain words because there is a chance these won't be things we use in our everyday vocabulary. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">It may seem counter intuitive, but how often do you use the words like: tooth or medicine in every day life. Yes we know them easily in English, but remember you are just starting out in learning Arabic. Be kind to yourself and be ok that you might not remember the word for tooth all the time. As you continue to learn these words will become cemented in your memory, but for now learn with grace. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KMabJNSKDXW5qUEm0tXj6wp5uWzZfrKB/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Vocabulary</a></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KMabJNSKDXW5qUEm0tXj6wp5uWzZfrKB/view?usp=sharing" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="698" data-original-width="840" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE2ZQO0hp3Oyq-OR-VHIikqBrGII-R17tqFjB4qtW5C8Z6k4aIybX9nUy1WsBfDzKZ3eogn3Q5XaUeKJqzKPp1ZyyrOsOMPqq0vZUKSPMfIrVteTMsLg066xri5iMB9F4v9eY4cM2E7biX/s16000/vocab.PNG" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">With learning this new grammar, we also get an idea of how far we have to go still. There is still an extreme amount of vocabulary that needs to be learned and even more grammar! So hang in there and we will get through this together. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the flashcard and recap option!</li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a> page. </li><li>Check out my <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KMabJNSKDXW5qUEm0tXj6wp5uWzZfrKB/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter summary</a> and vocab list!</li><li>If you are wanting more information about the past tense and the different suffixes for each person, check out this <a href="http://teammaha.com/levantine-verbs-past-tense-introduction/">read</a> by Team Maha.</li><li>Songs to help train your ear. <i>Note: it is far too early in your learning to understand a song completely. The point is to familiarize yourself with the different sounds commonly used in Arabic and to keep an ear out for the words you have learned. </i></li><ul><li>Listen to my Levantine Arabic <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5BMT7a0USNETghRs1C3Ccc">Spotify list</a> as you work and see what you pick up. </li><li>This Nancy Ajram <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXaEC9KC1Qk">song</a> is extremely popular and fairly easy to follow. This is especially true with the new vocabulary we learn in this chapter like heart and left. See if you can pick it up!</li></ul></ul><div><p></p></div>
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Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-64083278944170895202020-11-05T18:43:00.003-08:002020-11-05T18:43:52.012-08:00Arabic: Transportation and Payment<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Upt0YhTrs9VlzBFOmlKykYsIEUunEL3M/view?usp=sharing" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW5ZlkHKmkKvuV4rxi_UKhbjNIcdvnquza5CHzJb2j2t4MHuPG5NT8WozUAPa4FOisZsnFnPqx7iyRZDEjIHhtGdRvF6_vDgL5eeb8lflNYmQqMq8OAItEXTqapZf-oWLxZScYUPIZ4Iel/s16000/Arabic+%252810%2529.png" /></a></div><p></p><p>Whew this is another vocabulary and grammar packed lesson! What is exciting is that we learn the verb conjugation for he and she. We use it in sentences like the train is leaving and the plane is leaving, but we can see we are close to forming sentences about other nouns (beside I and you). </p><p>The grammar along with the vocabulary we learn will help us get around the Middle East. The more verbs we learn the more we will be able to converse more and more. </p>
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</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">Learning how to form the numbers is very challenging. For me, they are difficult to hear and then quickly translate into English in my mind. I find myself even having this problem in English, so I do not think it is uncommon!</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">And it is not just listening to the numbers and understanding what is said, but there are grammar lessons you have to remember when dealing with numbers. When to say mea for hundred or to change it to 'meet'. </div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">As always take it slow and with patience. This may be something you struggle with for awhile and then one day you're thinking "OMG! I understood that!" Remember the 80% rule (move on from the chapter once you can remember 80% of the lesson) and try to move on with ease and understanding that there will be more challenges. </div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">Below is the vocabulary that is covered in this lesson of Mango Languages. </div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Upt0YhTrs9VlzBFOmlKykYsIEUunEL3M/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Vocabulary List</a></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinerp_zwdYfot4FWIX8RgYzFco_13g1VbJk-1iZRISYaKtLk0CMm2okDQfjyYi-WDIQ5d-5UYaA_OGkl8i-Hf1F0chH9XYxJrMSBh35kIstpYbY08sywKMYRjOV6O18DreWKUlu2u5IIg1/s917/vocab.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="709" data-original-width="917" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinerp_zwdYfot4FWIX8RgYzFco_13g1VbJk-1iZRISYaKtLk0CMm2okDQfjyYi-WDIQ5d-5UYaA_OGkl8i-Hf1F0chH9XYxJrMSBh35kIstpYbY08sywKMYRjOV6O18DreWKUlu2u5IIg1/s16000/vocab.PNG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If this chapter left you wanting more you crazy Arabic learner you, below are some resources that will be helpful for you to study this lesson. </div><div><p class="checkboxindent"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of
each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the
flashcard and recap option!</li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a>
page. </li><li>Print out this <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Upt0YhTrs9VlzBFOmlKykYsIEUunEL3M/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter summary</a> and review the vocab list.</li><li>We have learned a lot of different words
with several pronoun endings. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMZuFl3MRdk">Listen</a> to this video to
understand all the pronouns and how to compose these in Arabic. </li><li>This chapter covers a lot of vocabulary and
verb formations. Take a moment to review what you have learned in the past and
really concrete the vocabulary and basic grammar understanding.</li><li>Songs to help train your ear. <i>Note: it is
far too early in your learning to understand a song completely. The point is to
familiarize yourself with the different sounds commonly used in Arabic and to
keep an ear out for the words you have learned.</i></li><ul><li><span style="text-indent: -9.05pt;">Listen to my Levantine Arabic </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5BMT7a0USNETghRs1C3Ccc" style="text-indent: -9.05pt;">Spotify list</a><span style="text-indent: -9.05pt;">
as you work and see what you pick up.</span></li></ul></ul><o:p></o:p><p></p>
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Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-17314502124573673312020-11-05T10:49:00.001-08:002020-11-05T11:00:45.435-08:00Arabic: Food and Drink Culture<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlQxOPCGSRqR-Ms6eKzNJU9p7R5FQZLo8lzWhXItc1EDrsYNAypydjFfTYOjRUbIoLp7_uoknuskRr2DT2OLogvsHSS6IQR78qOTjli5wnYSvhiDuBHJLDcjA1-x_AIWQQ3rC0ZN6QQdVh/s820/Arabic+%25289%2529.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlQxOPCGSRqR-Ms6eKzNJU9p7R5FQZLo8lzWhXItc1EDrsYNAypydjFfTYOjRUbIoLp7_uoknuskRr2DT2OLogvsHSS6IQR78qOTjli5wnYSvhiDuBHJLDcjA1-x_AIWQQ3rC0ZN6QQdVh/s16000/Arabic+%25289%2529.png" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Finally we are to a section that I know I will be using A LOT of vocabulary! And this is what the chapter consists most of: vocabulary. We learn all sorts of food and verbs to helps us order and prepare food. <div><br /></div><div>There isn't much grammar covered in this chapter; however, we do see some new things. We learn the word "we make." In previous lessons we have only learned the verb formation for I or you. Now we are learning how to say sentences that include ourselves and other people. </div><div><br /></div><div>This is very exciting as we hope to be able to speak to many people, not just one on one conversations in the future. I like to imagine myself sitting around a table with many other Arabic speakers enjoying amazing food and conversation when I practice this chapter!<br /><p></p>
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</div></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">Since the grammar is light in the chapter, take advantage of the additional time to really concrete the vocabulary in this and previous lessons. We have covered a lot of new words and it is good to review to insure our future success in learning the language!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uLYMr9xVJtDYN0aBxk98Y4FFsRQcGfyf/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Vocabulary List</a></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlpN5mtm0PD2myLCd4O6F0jXWFw9VIsdk_hp13hqdAPVnPuCRHl2OiRAGlPM_E4CL6I7YoMO1t554gAgZvFl29fUiKrT0tkmYOZmOqoV3MKBJ4pTVTiKCSyzfVKpyQMp2FVElhQEET6DCb/s830/vocab.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="693" data-original-width="830" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlpN5mtm0PD2myLCd4O6F0jXWFw9VIsdk_hp13hqdAPVnPuCRHl2OiRAGlPM_E4CL6I7YoMO1t554gAgZvFl29fUiKrT0tkmYOZmOqoV3MKBJ4pTVTiKCSyzfVKpyQMp2FVElhQEET6DCb/s16000/vocab.PNG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you haven't had enough (and props to you because we have learned a lot already) you can check out these sources below. Remember to not get overwhelmed or try to learn too much at once as this will hinder your advancement in learning Levantine Arabic!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the flashcard and recap option!</li><li>Check out my <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uLYMr9xVJtDYN0aBxk98Y4FFsRQcGfyf/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter review</a>!</li><li>Goes over the verb <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61PV7KGPBsQ&list=PLwOO-vqgFc-qRx7e5cRPQKD5Unc5r8wXm&index=9">I want</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuCWjgXL8JY&list=PLwOO-vqgFc-qRx7e5cRPQKD5Unc5r8wXm&index=11">don’t want</a> in more detail.</li><li>This is a pretty advanced <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv3bR-rbjtY&list=PLwOO-vqgFc-qRx7e5cRPQKD5Unc5r8wXm&index=50">video</a> going over verbs related to eating. Has other good vocab you can pick up on while going over some of the verbs we learn in this chapter.</li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a> page.</li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bu4zHqh1WjU&list=PLzjR5Hg5xW618p9A9gdnKNvGjZrTAUnio&index=12">Listen</a> to Brett Weer talk about the phrase صَحْتَين.</li></ul>
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Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-81067777273233541012020-11-05T09:12:00.000-08:002020-11-05T09:12:38.921-08:00Arabic: Currency and Counting<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQNNiE8WJCVC5k2-YGxqAARGzWpPQrAM6VEL0BOf0-93_sqOGe-J7w9uOe64hdmn-4cArCZR8_vNzchf9fljdDImM-pGqBUCvrpCNjEuCFtcHTC8Pm_oVuJ_Jax5pg2dCU32kqgrDRVqSS/s820/Arabic+%25287%2529.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQNNiE8WJCVC5k2-YGxqAARGzWpPQrAM6VEL0BOf0-93_sqOGe-J7w9uOe64hdmn-4cArCZR8_vNzchf9fljdDImM-pGqBUCvrpCNjEuCFtcHTC8Pm_oVuJ_Jax5pg2dCU32kqgrDRVqSS/s16000/Arabic+%25287%2529.png" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><p>Whoa do the prices in this chapter seem extremely high!? I struggled to focus on the numbers I was learning when I was thinking "They want how much for a newspaper?!" Also the speed of the speakers and listening to the numbers was extremely difficult, even without the sticker shock. </p><p>The vocabulary is 'simple' enough, but applying it all at the rate the app calls for is challenging. The grammar and diving deeper into idaffa constructions makes me really feel like we are in Unit 2. Along with the idaffa constructions getting more complex, we start to learn regular and irregular plurals. </p><p>It may not seem like a lot in these two paragraphs, but when paired up with grammar we have learned in other chapters we are really starting to ramp up our knowledge in Levantine Arabic. Remember to use the 80% rule and to focus on pronunciation. </p>
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<p>This chapter is a good reminder to slow down and focus on on the material. Below is the vocabulary and really take your time to get comfortable with it as it has commonly used verbs and words.</p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dzmlbRd3nFO_Nvkakr8Xex4NxfxQ5kdG/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Vocabulary List</a></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dzmlbRd3nFO_Nvkakr8Xex4NxfxQ5kdG/view?usp=sharing" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="532" data-original-width="946" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8aUQoLO9YJWyYjhZcEOIfyGk8lSJ68jdH_cpssu6yhCfh8rS6xrev8HeZ_dnPaxKWOclxJt_ri7tbl2OPThu7oDc_Qp07v7uYV5h-UjqNZsWw1GM3G1Sjy4A_gMf-EDFf03oQloeGNRwP/s16000/vocab.PNG" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><p>If you're going above and beyond and need more resources for studying check out the links below!</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the flashcard and recap option!</li><li>Check out this units <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dzmlbRd3nFO_Nvkakr8Xex4NxfxQ5kdG/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter summary</a>!</li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a> page. </li><li>This <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMZuFl3MRdk">video</a> goes over the verb to have in more detail. </li><li>Listen to my Spotify list that has Levantine Arabic <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5BMT7a0USNETghRs1C3Ccc">songs</a> to help train your ear!</li></ul><p></p>
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Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-15926193608969446832020-11-02T11:30:00.007-08:002020-11-02T12:11:15.055-08:00Arabic: Places and Direction<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguG166xIYaVJdZnlYLPO3qWKNU7QbzIEaVo2rFSda7w3gtpPHETsbZWyHKTq38oRjDriwZoGH91QA4ORkxN0Ql2hjOjx-4vzm_f1hQBDNciLe82MJ4uX3rGrN5G2cxM0kymD1SfLNXUQC0/s820/Arabic+%25286%2529.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguG166xIYaVJdZnlYLPO3qWKNU7QbzIEaVo2rFSda7w3gtpPHETsbZWyHKTq38oRjDriwZoGH91QA4ORkxN0Ql2hjOjx-4vzm_f1hQBDNciLe82MJ4uX3rGrN5G2cxM0kymD1SfLNXUQC0/s16000/Arabic+%25286%2529.png" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Here we go! Starting a new unit in the Mango app! The first unit went by fast with only four chapters, and now it is time to really buckle down. I have a feeling this unit is really going to expand our vocabulary and general understanding in grammar rules. </p><p>This chapter goes over direction and sights we might see if traveling in the Middle East. This chapter definitely makes you feel like you are studying an app that will help you get around as a tourist. If that is something you are looking for, great! If not, hang in there. Slowly but surely our vocabulary will expand. </p>
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</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">The grammar involved in this chapter really starts to get in depth. We start to see the idaffa construction more and learn the importance of masculine and feminine nouns. The classification of the noun will also impact how the adjectives are constructed. A feminine noun must be matched with the feminine form of the adjective. </div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">Below is the vocabulary covered in this chapter and download the vocab list <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a3xZ-mZSM001aIpS2e_yemK6HFzW2hAl/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a>!</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcECi6wClbKnNck05MZtqlPxMVY2YWcTedl_utwFUmEMDyflN5jCIEfwV3G1gZ1TrbQLRYCGN0TZwaMjnsQsN6R-aiJlvLPgNl_VcvRoJaT-TaUsRzm1zJjcXOJ96gYPewGqouk8hATMgF/s935/vocab.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="687" data-original-width="935" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcECi6wClbKnNck05MZtqlPxMVY2YWcTedl_utwFUmEMDyflN5jCIEfwV3G1gZ1TrbQLRYCGN0TZwaMjnsQsN6R-aiJlvLPgNl_VcvRoJaT-TaUsRzm1zJjcXOJ96gYPewGqouk8hATMgF/s16000/vocab.PNG" /></a></div><div><br /></div>As always, below has more resources you can view to expand on this chapter. <div><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the flashcard and recap option! </li><li>View my <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a3xZ-mZSM001aIpS2e_yemK6HFzW2hAl/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter summary</a> and review the vocab list along with the grammar covered in this lesson.</li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a> page. </li><li>If you are wanting more phrases for sorry and no problem, check out this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxWlmSI_s9I&list=PLzjR5Hg5xW618p9A9gdnKNvGjZrTAUnio&index=3">video</a>! </li><li>If the vocabulary was light, take a look at this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB10Xaq5BW0">video</a> which has some overlap, but definitely expands on what we learn in this chapter.</li></ul></div>
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</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">Below is the vocabulary that is covered in this lesson and it may seem a lot, but remember that it includes numbers. These can be repetitive and once you've learned the basics you will quickly be counting to 100!</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Spzvs1b-3w1GREtd1vrKhm_A1iJg0ydT/view?usp=sharing" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="735" data-original-width="809" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0dYwLX5ij6ruJUaDbsoFBSRKxdJId5ZFS-7TbJFXeMK-JEKyf3k1LtlzdPdzlY8_5fM-m-2KYq6zfkKGLOO8PIlHu1L7ntDfmrLnaO5eWC3vVb-VmowpkyX9pPpMjRj8fSFNk5gGPFd8/s16000/vocab.PNG" /></a></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">You are done with Unit 1! If you are look for more resources to use to study, check out the sources below: </div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the flashcard and recap option!</li><li>Review this <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Spzvs1b-3w1GREtd1vrKhm_A1iJg0ydT/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter summary</a> and the use the review sheet for vocab.</li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a> page.</li><li>This <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lebanese-Arabic-Phrasebook-Vol-Phrasebooks/dp/9953031215">book</a> goes over the basics and specifically touches on numbers and currency. It is free with kindle unlimited!</li><li>Review this <a href="https://anchor.fm/dalal-amani/episodes/My-Life--lesson-2--Elementary-level-eklqg4">podcast</a> to review some of the professions from the previous lesson.</li><li>This <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S553VzBFReQ">video</a> really helped me understand where and when to put the definite article on nouns and adjectives.</li><li>Songs to help train your ear. Note: it is far too early in your learning to understand a song completely. The point is to familiarize yourself with the different sounds commonly used in Arabic and to keep an ear out for the words you have learned.</li><ul><li> Here is a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-4g4msj2i4">song</a> that goes over how to count. It is for children, but if listening to it helps you remember how to count play it over and over!</li></ul></ul><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><p class="bullet" style="margin-left: 26.9pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -9.05pt;"><o:p></o:p></p></div>Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-20404216535655309312020-10-28T09:53:00.003-07:002020-10-28T09:53:35.737-07:00Arabic: Introductions and Professions<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/11kYLIcF8thFMAl70hD9eD9XhgfCOugOY/view?usp=sharing" style="display: inline; padding: 1em 0px;" target="_blank"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiddvbgnh490HToDVErLt6cUQu3QwiETK_PIpYQF6Pqndco7EIGCuSxXdj1LNQ75Cx-SFrUty4H_vesFtV9nH3XRHHXk5zipr5cyLb_TYqcGNToQMTnafZvG2pNeOU3Y40jGRohKxLv8BZO/s0/Updated+Chapter+3+header.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>We are definitely still in the beginning/elementary stage of learning Levantine Arabic, but it really feels like our vocab is expanding in this chapter. It is fun to learn the professions and identify people I know who are lawyers, engineers, and managers. It makes it feel more real, if that makes any sense? <br /><br />Now when I talk to my friend (hey that is a vocab word too!), I can think "oh Mark is an engineer, what is that word? Right مُهَنْدِسْ." It is just feels like we are getting closer to being able to put the lessons we are learning into real life, and we are only on Chapter 3!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></span></div><span dir="LTR"></span><span dir="LTR"></span><span lang="AR-SA" style="font-family: "Rockwell",serif; font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 102%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Rockwell; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span dir="LTR"></span><span dir="LTR"></span></span></div>
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</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">We also learn some great grammar in this lesson. It is nice that we are starting to understand how to make possessive nouns. With the additional vocab, now we can expand that by making it possessive. I like to write down the noun we learn, and then make it masculine and feminine singular possessive as we learn in the chapter. Another great way to practice what we are learning through the Mango Languages app!</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/11kYLIcF8thFMAl70hD9eD9XhgfCOugOY/view?usp=sharing" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="378" data-original-width="708" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxW_cFtYU8x7iszWjJIxRV-lNpvBpK5er57laU8tS3ldenGNJygFnfhThdpb4AtLIJOu4toc2KA89a_oLLRCnz438BjSc-6lzyh7djmtmNgothGcEeE9qLv2wu5IPeFT_KstdT3F1WVGdi/s16000/Vocab.PNG" /></a></div><br /><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">Below are some sources I found helpful to go beyond the app and to dive deeper in this lesson.</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the flashcard and recap option! </li><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/11kYLIcF8thFMAl70hD9eD9XhgfCOugOY/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Download </a>my chapter summary and vocab list.</li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a> page. </li><li>If you are struggling with noun and adjectives gender in Arabic check out this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pB2O_duQ5II">video</a> by “Spoken Arabic Simplified.” She does a great job on training your ear to hear feminine nouns and adjectives. </li><li>To learn more about introducing yourself and learning more countries check out this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qbpEqYrxfE">video</a> by “Spoken Arabic Simplified.” </li><li>If you want something very challenging, check out the <a href="https://anchor.fm/dalal-amani/episodes/My-Life--lesson-2--Elementary-level-eklqg4">Arabic we Speak</a> podcast on Lesson 2, Elementary level discussing day jobs. </li></ul><div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">How are you feeling so far? Overwhelmed? You're not the only one, so leave a comment below. We are all in this together.</div></div>
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<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9ImeejnND7LYv0m3xXnSoi3yMCpj8RDzBUmqs9EN3LIb3ajitvW_SLnwp0OQa87m6jDdTDWHjJrFkgTxxBYfG3FTJUe3fhKOF1TiKRcsilMvjRQsBo5C1_bthEAxZUgZ_Ao1Vb3tS4oeu/s820/Updated+Arabic+Chapter+2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9ImeejnND7LYv0m3xXnSoi3yMCpj8RDzBUmqs9EN3LIb3ajitvW_SLnwp0OQa87m6jDdTDWHjJrFkgTxxBYfG3FTJUe3fhKOF1TiKRcsilMvjRQsBo5C1_bthEAxZUgZ_Ao1Vb3tS4oeu/s16000/Updated+Arabic+Chapter+2.png" /></a></div><p></p><p>After all the vocabulary and grammar that was packed into Chapter 1, this lesson was a nice reprieve. There was so much to learn in the first chapter and everything was so new, that I became a little overwhelmed. I started to panic that each chapter would be like this and I would not be able to keep up. </p><p>Fortunately, the repetitive nature and the familiar vocabulary made this lesson breeze by! There isn't much grammar to take in either which makes it a simple memorization game. The grammar that is covered piggybacks on what we learned in chapter 1 and we learn how to negate things. </p>
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</div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">Like this chapter, I'm going to keep this post short and sweet! Below is the vocabulary and you can review the Chapter summary <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HkYNltJhZiojl0vMJ39Dm4YJ1mcxmqyC/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a>. </div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZVEOC0m8cPSEBm0997FLPklpumFnkRe8rldJrjzXFt93HIW78Oh0vuv2Y8b7ZWqbE-EGtmq0P0jSBYt63Y9qGIz516UVqY5zfNZe0_txT-d9YRNJaRLnfM7AUDPicsyo5CG3klUBNQX4L/s1046/vocab.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="261" data-original-width="1046" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZVEOC0m8cPSEBm0997FLPklpumFnkRe8rldJrjzXFt93HIW78Oh0vuv2Y8b7ZWqbE-EGtmq0P0jSBYt63Y9qGIz516UVqY5zfNZe0_txT-d9YRNJaRLnfM7AUDPicsyo5CG3klUBNQX4L/s16000/vocab.PNG" /></a></div><br /><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider">If this chapter was too short and left you wanting more, check out the sources below. </div><div class="nivoSlider" id="ng-nivoslider"><br /></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Mango has great review features at the end of each section including a reading and listening exercise. Also check out the flashcard and recap option! </li><li>All the vocab words are on my <a href="https://app.memrise.com/course/1890250/learn-arabic-levantine/">Memrise</a> page.</li><li>Here is my <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HkYNltJhZiojl0vMJ39Dm4YJ1mcxmqyC/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">chapter summary and vocab list</a>!</li><li>If you are wanting another free Levantine Arabic app to complement Mango, I would suggest <a href="http://www.keefaktheapp.com/">KeefakLite</a>. The vocabulary is very similar; however, Keefak offers alternative words that will help expand your vocabulary if this chapter was too easy for you.</li><li>Songs to help train your ear. Note: it is far too early in your learning to understand a song completely. The point is to familiarize yourself with the different sounds commonly used in Arabic and to keep an ear out for the words you have learned.</li><ul><li>A very comical <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgwCO8wuvgM">song</a> in both English and Arabic about a father telling his son how to pronounce words. The song covers a lot of chapter 1 and 2 vocab and will introduce you to other vocab.</li><li>Here are two Fairuz <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUvUTGsXwSs">songs</a>, who is a must know for an Arabic learner. She is prolific female singer in the Middle East. This <a href="https://youtu.be/KoT-RC0lWQk">song</a> covers a lot of chapter 1 vocab and is a good refresher.</li></ul></ul>
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Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-17126245107632043342020-10-26T21:56:00.000-07:002020-10-26T21:56:11.306-07:00Arabic: Salutations and Small Talk<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2WCL0c3u505owBQFclLaVUCD-vjBRzYW6z4_4CCVkEYxLD3B8VxKrCylyuyTyVd1738gNMbS33IczPUe4WOzhny5DLpl2gVuZ6kIeG8_seimT0YJRYSIiUkaqzlEXu0rXro3GDuf7yKyV/s820/Updated+header.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="820" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2WCL0c3u505owBQFclLaVUCD-vjBRzYW6z4_4CCVkEYxLD3B8VxKrCylyuyTyVd1738gNMbS33IczPUe4WOzhny5DLpl2gVuZ6kIeG8_seimT0YJRYSIiUkaqzlEXu0rXro3GDuf7yKyV/s16000/Updated+header.png" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>I mean it this time! I'm really going to do it! I will achieve this bucket list goal! Fortunately COVID has given me the time and space to stop and reflect. With this time, I was able to remove the noise and remember how much this goal meant to me. </p><p>It isn't just that speaking another language would be cool. Or that I commonly hang my head in shame when I meet someone who can speak multiple languages. This accomplishment would mean that I can converse with my husband in his native tongue and communicate better with certain members of our family. </p><p>I have taken the time during COVID to reignite this passion and am picking up the task to finally accomplish this goal. However here I am, again, at the beginning line of a very long race knowing how challenging this task will be. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6-vJQITAzKVwWsDni-MYuPBM8Cqu-9XKG2EI5_Jr3BkBRD1y5GVSZLVE-Zrk9GzjTGWicjo_8JhcLea2KZ5tKbdaXhZHRVg0evAL2ARic3F7RnPu9w4bS8j_btVcgXP6jXknxAtwRUkqZ/s1920/WRITING.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6-vJQITAzKVwWsDni-MYuPBM8Cqu-9XKG2EI5_Jr3BkBRD1y5GVSZLVE-Zrk9GzjTGWicjo_8JhcLea2KZ5tKbdaXhZHRVg0evAL2ARic3F7RnPu9w4bS8j_btVcgXP6jXknxAtwRUkqZ/w640-h360/WRITING.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>There is only one way forward so here we go! I decided to use the Mango Languages app because it specifically teaches the Levantine dialect, which is what my husband speaks. There are arguments for learning Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) first, and I do have some minimal knowledge in MSA; however, I have to remember my goal. It is to be able to speak and converse with others, which is only done in the Levantine dialect with my family. </p><p>The first chapter of the lesson (<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CP3clQJgc7U9ihFot9S0kT41BeoLffhF/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Unit 1, Chapter 1</a>) goes over salutations and small talk. In fact, it is named Salutations and Small Talk (go figure)! This chapter is a great introduction to some basic Levantine vocabulary, along with a base knowledge of grammar. </p>
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<p>It may seem overwhelming at first so definitely take your time and don't rush. One rule that has helped me in the past is to only move on when you are 80% comfortable. This is a great way to gauge how much you know without letting yourself be held back. Once you feel like you know approximately 80% of the lesson, move on and there will be more practice in the upcoming chapters to help you gain comfortability in the remaining 20%. </p><p>This chapter includes 55 new vocab words which will help you initiate conversations with an Arabic speaker. You will learn how to greet people, make some small talk about the weather, and express your gratitude. Your conversation ability will be pretty minimal, but remember you are just getting started here!</p><p>The grammar covered will be fairly novice as you will learn how to express yourself and converse with another person (singular pronouns). You will learn how to make something definite by adding the English equivalent to 'the' to your Arabic vocabulary listed below or here for the <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CP3clQJgc7U9ihFot9S0kT41BeoLffhF/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">PDF</a>. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CP3clQJgc7U9ihFot9S0kT41BeoLffhF/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Vocabulary list</a></h2><div><br /></div><div class="WordSection1"><div style="border-top: solid #80B350 1.0pt; border: none; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 2.25in; mso-border-top-alt: solid #80B350 .5pt; mso-border-top-themecolor: accent3; mso-element: para-border-div; padding: 1pt 0in 0in;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs8Dlm9ZnaoMDdQENpHOtNmDdpagNYo3Pt4iSb6LBVIL3AEnqbx3o_GBAz8e8ochyphenhyphens7yMnoCK4XOgKXkEKm-_mZX8dSSV48DIHLEHiQiIH4QV87i1f-Q7blEHM07yImfDDKSNv_iZgDIZ7/s751/Vocab+Picture.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="470" data-original-width="751" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs8Dlm9ZnaoMDdQENpHOtNmDdpagNYo3Pt4iSb6LBVIL3AEnqbx3o_GBAz8e8ochyphenhyphens7yMnoCK4XOgKXkEKm-_mZX8dSSV48DIHLEHiQiIH4QV87i1f-Q7blEHM07yImfDDKSNv_iZgDIZ7/s16000/Vocab+Picture.PNG" /></a></div><span></span><div><br /></div></div></div>You may <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CP3clQJgc7U9ihFot9S0kT41BeoLffhF/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">download </a>my whole Chapter Summary and the Vocab List from my site, but if this chapter is leaving you wanting more check out these resources.<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Visit my <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/1366225815085984952/859789669089733230#">Memrise course</a> to practice the vocabulary used on the Mango app. </li><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CP3clQJgc7U9ihFot9S0kT41BeoLffhF/view?usp=sharing">Download </a>a list of Chapter 1's summary and vocabulary list. </li><li>This chapter does not go over the writing of Arabic letters. If you're wanting to learn to speak, stick with the app. If you have the goal to learn to read and write, visit this <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/1366225815085984952/859789669089733230#">YouTube video</a> to get a fundamental understanding. I like this one as it shows how to move your mouth to pronounce each letter. You may also want to check out <a href="https://www.blogger.com/#">Duolingo </a>and <a href="https://www.blogger.com/#">Drops</a>, which both have introductions to the Arabic alphabet. </li><li>If you want more help with Arabic pronunciations, try this <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/1366225815085984952/859789669089733230#">video </a>out!</li></ul>If you know of any other great beginner sources leave a comment below as we are all learning together! You can also just say <i>marhaba</i>! <div><p></p></div>
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Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com2Seattle, WA, USA47.6062095 -122.332070819.295975663821153 -157.4883208 75.916443336178844 -87.1758208tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-36722203461034053712020-06-14T21:42:00.000-07:002020-06-14T21:42:36.643-07:00My oh My! It's Paleo Ice Cream<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
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Nothing makes me happier than when the first berry starts to change color! A magical aroma fills the air and assures me that sunshine days are ahead. It is my favorite thing to pick the first berry of the season with the sun on back!<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiOtg2yMJseSMk8YuUBISw-UEzHyxfia-6_cZdODV5TxJxtGrNs-iK0eTD5cwz7oV6fggrQCdpecb5yAgySq8bkaUI8NLz-tYAkrVhwW1qgs0n2fytmVW37QlR_CftpyXJSlUkk1hSlAY6/s5472/StockSnap_8NHBORBRVR.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3648" data-original-width="5472" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiOtg2yMJseSMk8YuUBISw-UEzHyxfia-6_cZdODV5TxJxtGrNs-iK0eTD5cwz7oV6fggrQCdpecb5yAgySq8bkaUI8NLz-tYAkrVhwW1qgs0n2fytmVW37QlR_CftpyXJSlUkk1hSlAY6/w640-h426/StockSnap_8NHBORBRVR.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>However when I bring them inside, I can see they are typically covered with dirt. I can't put my head in the sand and tell myself they were cleaned in processing and at the store. I know where these berries are from; the gross dirt from my yard. <div><div><br /></div><div>But that isn't going to stop me from enjoying the kick off to summer and from making amazing bakes with my homegrown berries. I have been able to find a way that fully cleans the berries and helps them last longer in the fridge. You've spent all that time taking care of the berry bushes in your yard, you are not going to let these precious gems go to waste! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLnFE4OkhTPjdbCAP1yIVVcj9uytO4euedgBNIGFh6qtzw-2x2AbIFROMbI0COBEkkvghr6O1Biw_UJNW8qkaRTN9xq2GuMQjktNtYaaR_-CejejiVTFZb4H2nI95bIoYxgNo3dnULre-f/s4460/look-at-my-strawberries.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2973" data-original-width="4460" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLnFE4OkhTPjdbCAP1yIVVcj9uytO4euedgBNIGFh6qtzw-2x2AbIFROMbI0COBEkkvghr6O1Biw_UJNW8qkaRTN9xq2GuMQjktNtYaaR_-CejejiVTFZb4H2nI95bIoYxgNo3dnULre-f/w640-h426/look-at-my-strawberries.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Here are the steps to take to help you enjoy them to the fullest: </b></div><div><br /></div><div>1. Fill a large bowl with 4 cups of water and a 1/2 cup of white distilled vinegar Add the berries and slow mix them around with your hand, removing the dirt and excess "stuff." There is a science behind why we use vinegar, and if you really, really want to know check out this <a href="https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=14540742">article</a>. Let the berries soak for at least 5 minutes. </div><div><br /></div><div>2. Using a colander, remove the berries from the water and rinse. Make sure to rinse well to remove any excess vinegar so you can't taste it. </div><div><br /></div><div>3. For the softer berries, place them out on a towel, but if they are sturdier like blueberries or strawberries you can use a salad spinner to dry. </div><div><br /></div><div>4. Then line an air-tight container with paper towels and add the berries. I leave one corner up to stop condensation from collecting and causing mold.</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsavMpe649Ws-LKOYLArlHJ9bnaF9kNLnsxzPAPVarxO-pHXhSXbYfAkXwUlRJ6k-R55cduDTa1fn-NP89IrWNYlaXXUvMBlwHOXfujUjkBEyfYBQXaGt0UVHM2oKnUJgXAlmtfgEfZOqa/s1920/soft-fruits-3504149_1920.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1920" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsavMpe649Ws-LKOYLArlHJ9bnaF9kNLnsxzPAPVarxO-pHXhSXbYfAkXwUlRJ6k-R55cduDTa1fn-NP89IrWNYlaXXUvMBlwHOXfujUjkBEyfYBQXaGt0UVHM2oKnUJgXAlmtfgEfZOqa/w640-h426/soft-fruits-3504149_1920.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>
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I was super excited to learn French! I was buzzing with excitement with anticipation with an upcoming trip, and my husband was on board to learn with me. Learning a language is so much better when you have a buddy!<br />
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I was shocked at first at how hard it was to pronounce words correctly! We were laughing together when they went over the conversation in the beginning, thinking "what did we get ourselves into!" But after the lesson, we understood the conversation and were giving ourselves high fives. Here is what we learned:<br />
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<a href="https://www.memrise.com/course/2117550/french-with-mango-languages-unit-1/1/"><img alt="Salut is more informal, but is used very often. We use it to both greet someone and say goodbye." src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH0qApVTLnvZu2C_cM6jUfUmRY5WGJMrVKMdVU4rUuS_AxtAuQNQYvf_liOG40CcTfFX8BAeI03SPnUpS1ufRTYxOWmp9j63pjBPH7F6eump06jJeOvmdvHaFlHbahRpbJIc2NqGTK2vr3/s1600/Slide+2.PNG" /></a>
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<b>Practice outside of Mango: </b>There are so many options with French, so try not to do too much. This will prevent you from moving on, and you will get overwhelmed. You can always go back to if you are struggling with a certain thing and have a more targeted approach on what you specifically need help with.<br />
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<li>I've created a <a href="https://www.memrise.com/course/2117550/french-with-mango-languages-unit-1/1/" target="_blank">memrise course</a> to go over and practice the vocabulary used on the Mango app.</li>
<li><a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1JFAFN9KnFPDWvnhPjENDzIiLbTelo-XY" target="_blank">Download</a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d6613vcqzfJtJ7gkqTkrlfFV8LQQVBtb/view?usp=sharing" style="box-sizing: inherit; color: #fd6f79; outline: 0px;"> </a><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit;">a list of Chapter 1's vocabulary list.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hd0_GZHHWeE" target="_blank">Alexa</a> does a great job diving into the greetings we learn on Mango and expanding and providing alternative greetings. </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit;">Take a <a href="https://coffeebreakacademy.com/courses/coffee-break-french-season-1/lectures/1635283" target="_blank">coffee break</a> and practice your French! Coffee break's lesson 1 is a good match with Mango Lesson 1, and free! This is particularly good if you are craving a classroom format. </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit;">Consider creating a free <a href="https://www.frenchpod101.com/" target="_blank">FrenchPod101</a> account! If you are like me and have only done Lesson 1 of the Mango app, start at the Absolute Beginner level. This should guide you to begin the "Master Level 1 French" lesson. </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit;">If you are stuck somewhere and just want to do some light reading, French Together's website has a great detailed write up on the different ways to say <a href="https://frenchtogether.com/hello-in-french/" target="_blank">hello</a>! Check it out!</span></li>
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I'm a huge fan of the freezer. Anything I can do ahead of time and just pull out of the freezer is my go to. It's such an under-utilized tool in the kitchen, and ends up just being a storage space for most. I like to clean mine out and fill it with recipes like this.<br />
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<b>Why I like this recipe: </b><br />
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<li>It can be made a month ahead of time! I make these in the beginning of November and then pull them out 3 hours before Thanksgiving dinner. </li>
<li>The rolls turn out perfect every, single time! Some bread recipes can be fussy and not rise one time and then be a showstopper another. This one provides me with consistent results. </li>
<li>These rolls can be served with any type of meal: Thanksgiving, southern style, pasta, chicken etc. Very versatile in how many meals they can complement!</li>
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<li>1/3 cup honey</li>
<li>4 Tbsp shortening (can use butter if you don't have)</li>
<li>5 - 5 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour</li>
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<li>2 tsp salt</li>
<li>1 egg, plus 1 egg beaten with 1 Tbsp water</li>
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To begin, place the oven rack in the middle and preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Once preheated, turn the oven off and try to minimize the amount of times you open the oven door. Using butter, grease a large bowl and a 9x13 pan lined with foil. </div>
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Place milk, honey, butter, and shortening in a microwave proof bowl, and heat for 1 - 1 1/2 minutes, until the mixture reaches approximately 110 degrees. Do not overheat the milk as that will prevent the rolls from rising. Whisk together until all the butter and shortening is melted. </div>
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In a mixer with a dough hook, add 4 1/2 cups of flour, salt, and yeast (make sure the salt and yeast are on separate sides of the bowl, like the picture below). Turn the mixer on low, and slowly add the milk mixture until combined, approximately 1 min. Increase the speed to medium and add the egg, allowing the dough to come together until it's smooth, about 2 minutes. Add another 1/2 cup of flour and mix for 6-7 minutes on medium. The dough should be smooth and have a shine; if it's sticky or wet, add up to 1/2 cup of flour more. </div>
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On an un-floured surface, knead the dough by hand (1 -2 minutes). Once it's together in a ball and smooth, place in the greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and place in the oven. The dough will prove for 50 - 60 minutes, and should double in size. </div>
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Once done proving, place the dough on a floured surface. Punch the dough down, and place on a scale. Divide the weight of the dough by 15, and you will have the weight of one roll. Measure each piece and roll into a ball, making sure the top is nice and smooth. Place each roll into the foil lined pan (the rolls should be lightly touching each other) and cover with plastic wrap. Place the pan in the oven, and allow the rolls to double in size (50 - 60 minutes). </div>
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Once the rolls are done proving, take them out of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees. Take off the plastic wrap, and brush the egg mixture on top of each roll. Make sure to get the egg wash on the sides of the rolls that are visible at the top. Once the oven is ready, bake the rolls for 25 - 30 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the bottoms are cooked. I take the rolls out of the pan and gently pull down the foil to confirm the bottoms are cooked fully. </div>
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Once the rolls are done, allow them to cool with the foil lining for 1 hour. After an hour, remove the foil and let the rolls cool for 2 hours. Once they are fully cool, they rolls should be wrapped in plastic wrap, then foil, before placing in the freezer. They can be kept in the freezer up to a month. </div>
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The day of "roll consumption," take them out of the freezer and allow to thaw for 2 hours. Remove the plastic wrap and re-wrap them in the foil. Warm the rolls at 375 degrees for 30 minutes and serve warm.</div>
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This cake is a staple in my house, and is a must for any summer birthday, party, baby shower... (the list goes on and on). It is simple to make and can be done a day ahead to save on precious time!<br />
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<b>Why I like this recipe: </b><br />
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<li>You can make this recipe the day ahead of the event you plan on serving the pie. Even better, the pie gets better with time. The flavors even out and have time to shine!</li>
<li>This recipe may seem long; however, the actual prep time is minimal. Much of the time is when the pie or crust is cooling. You can slip away to do other important things while the pie does all the work in the fridge!</li>
<li>No decorating is needing to make this look fantastic. Simply spreading the whip cream over the pie is the finishing touch, and takes little skill.</li>
<li>This recipe was been perfected over generations, and tastes deliciously rich and fresh!</li>
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<li>3 Tbsp sugar</li>
<li>5 Tbsp butter, melted</li>
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<li>3 egg yolks</li>
<li>3/4 cup and 2 Tbsp of lemon juice</li>
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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees with the rack positioned in the middle. </div>
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Blend the graham crackers and sugar into the food processor for approximately 30 seconds. Add the butter and process for 8 pulses, until the butter is fully combined with the crumbs. Put the mixture in a 9 inch pie pan, and press down on the bottom and sides. (I have found hands work best for this step) Bake until slightly brown and fragrant, approximately 15 minutes. Allow the crust to cool for 30 minutes. </div>
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Increase the oven temperature to 375 degrees. Place 3 tablespoons of condensed milk and the vanilla extract in a small container and set aside. Whisk the remaining condensed milk and eggs, until it has a smooth texture, about 1 minute. Slowly add the lemon juice to the mixture, and once fully combined, pour over the cooled crust. Bake for 15 minutes. When the edges are set, but the rest is slightly wobbly, take out of the oven and allow to cool for 1 hour. </div>
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Then add the pie to the refrigerator for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours. Right before you are ready to serve take the cream and the condensed milk and vanilla you added to a container into a mixer, and whisk for 2 minutes over high. Once it is whipped cream, spread over the pie, and eat!</div>
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</head>Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-60708584230307272592018-07-07T16:58:00.002-07:002018-07-07T16:58:54.537-07:00Paleo - No Really - Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
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My husband and I occasionally will go on a Paleo kick, and we really do enjoy the positives of the diet. However, sometimes I just want a damn cookie! This would mean either breaking the diet, (which is a slippery slope once you've re-taste the wonders of gluten) or eating fruit miserably, trying to pretend it is the same thing. Now we have discovered this recipe, and my time for complaining is no more! </div>
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<b>Why I like this recipe:</b></div>
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<li>A "Paleo-lite" house could have all the ingredients for this recipe. The first time I made it, I didn't need to run to the grocery store and buy some obscure ingredient. Almond and coconut flour are the special ingredients, and I typically have them handy. </li>
<li>In addition to the ingredients being readily available, they are pretty minimal. Making the prep time complete in a few easy steps. </li>
<li>Measuring out the almond and coconut flour is really for the best results, but it also eliminates measuring cups to wash. Seems like a small detail, but you tell that to the person in charge of dishes! </li>
<li>Now I'm not going to say that these are just like the real thing. The website says realistic, and I plan to stick to it. However, they are pretty darn close! </li>
<li>This recipe has make ahead options in addition to being Paleo! See below for the make ahead options. </li>
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<li>2 cups (200 grams) almond flour</li>
<li>2 Tbsp (14 grams) coconut flour</li>
<li>1/2 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1/2 tsp salt, preferably sea salt</li>
<li>1 Tbsp vanilla</li>
<li>1/2 cup coconut oil, melted</li>
<li>1/2 cup maple syrup</li>
<li>3/4 cup pure chocolate chips</li>
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Take the almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, and salt and mix until completely combined. In a small bowl mix together the vanilla, oil, and syrup, then slowly add to the dry ingredients while your mixer is on low (or by hand). Add the chocolate chips, cover, and put the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. </div>
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Right before you are ready to bake the cookies, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Level a tablespoon with dough, and make into a 1 inch ball. Place on a baking sheet with parchment paper, about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 minutes, rotating sheets halfway. Allow the cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.</div>
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<li>You can make the dough ahead of time and put it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. That way right before you have guest coming over, you can pop them in the oven, and serve warm cookies while your house smells amazing!</li>
<li>Baked cookies can be stored in an airtight container for a week, or frozen for up to a month. </li>
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Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-11737465966542437622018-07-05T10:52:00.000-07:002018-07-05T10:52:44.132-07:00Fast and Easy Grilled Chicken Wings<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
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<span style="text-align: start;">I don't know what it is, I absolutely love wings. I know it isn't very culinary or fancy; however, they just make me so happy. Normally I would have to go out to a pub to get some good wings, but I would leave with a heavy bar tab and not feeling like it was worth the money! Here is my remedy to this situation, and to make it even better, it is fast and easy!</span></div>
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<b><br />Why I love this recipe:</b><br />
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<li>This seems like a silly reason, but I only use two measuring spoons for the whole recipe. Aka...less dishes, less thought: just through in a teaspoon or a half teaspoon of that in there!</li>
<li>The grill keeps the heat out of the house on hot summer days. </li>
<li>I also claim I do not know how to work the grill, so my husband does all the cooking. Shhh....don't tell him I really do! </li>
<li>These wings aren't heavy, and the recipe is actually pretty healthy! It doesn't leave you feeling like you will have to run miles to work off what you just ate.</li>
<li>They come out so crispy, it is just like they were fried! This way you don't have the oil, and potential fire hazard of frying yourself!</li>
<li>You can double, triple, or quadruple this recipe and make it for a crowd! Looks like a lot of work, but it really isn't! If you have an event, it is a cheap way to provide amazing food!</li>
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<li>½ cup salt</li>
<li>2 quarts of water</li>
<li>2 pounds chicken wings or drumsticks</li>
<li>1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch</li>
<li>½ teaspoon pepper</li>
<li>1 teaspoon chili powder</li>
<li>1 teaspoon paprika</li>
<li>½ teaspoon garlic powder</li>
<li>½ teaspoon dried oregano</li>
<li>½ teaspoon sugar</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon cayenne, optional</li>
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Mix the water and salt in a large bowl and then place the chicken in the water. Cover and let the chicken brine in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes. </div>
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While the chicken is in the fridge, mix all the remaining seasons together in a small bowl. Don't be alarmed that the seasons all together look "pale." They brighten up once you put them on the chicken. </div>
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Heat your grill accordingly (gas: heat for 15 min on high), then turn down to medium-low. Place the wings skin side up, and cook for 10-12 minutes. Flip the chicken, and let the skin crisp up for 10 minutes more of cooking. Once removed from the gill, cover with foil and let rest for 5 minutes. </div>
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Week 2 was great, and went much better than <a href="http://www.realisticme.com/2018/06/levantine-arabic-week-1-summary.html">Week one</a>! I was able to <a href="https://learn.mangolanguages.com/pathway/from/en-US/to/ar-apc/56/1">study </a>on my commute to work, and used my <a href="https://www.memrise.com/course/1890250/levantine-arabic-unit-1/">Memrise </a>app to do additional study and review while waiting for my yoga class to beginning. I really started to feel like I was getting the hang of studying while still holding a full time job, running errands, and maintaining a frantic life.<br />
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Some things that helped me are:<br />
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<li>Using the <a href="https://www.memrise.com/course/1890250/levantine-arabic-unit-1/">Memrise </a>app on my phone. I used this when I started to feel like I was memorizing the Mango app. At times I wondered if I really knew this word, or if I just knew what Mango wanted me to respond as. This was helpful to solidify what I had learned. </li>
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<li>Helpful tip: For Arabic, it is best to use <a href="https://www.memrise.com/course/1890250/levantine-arabic-unit-1/">Memrise </a>on your phone. Occasionally one of the quizzes they give you is to write out a word. It is much better to do on your phone as you get a consolidated keyboard, and it is much easier to find letters. </li>
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<li>I also started to listen to music when I wanted down time. At times my head would hurt from trying to think; however, I still wanted to learn. I would listen to music in the car or while gardening, and I quickly realized I was actually picking things up!</li>
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<li>To listen to music, try my <a href="https://open.spotify.com/user/liz.vaughn1/playlist/5e1gR5CxWhxKfqEhsJdlEh">Spotify </a>list of what I started with. This is a mixture of current pop music and even some catchy children songs that really helped me practice my listening skills. </li>
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<li>Not giving up when my head hurt. Literally learning another language hurts my head. I get easily frustrated that I can't quickly and easily say what I want, and I especially don't like not understanding what someone is saying. (I don't think anyone does). In the past this would make me give up on my want to learn another language, and I would quickly quit.</li>
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<li>When this happens, try listening to music and tell yourself it is ok if you "tune it out." Just having the music in the background, your brain is processing what it is hearing, and is actually learning. When you go back to listen to the music, you will remember hearing it once before, and you will be able to pick up words easier! </li>
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I have been able to write about <a href="http://www.realisticme.com/2018/06/learning-levantine-arabic-do-you-speak_28.html">Chapter 2</a> of the <a href="https://learn.mangolanguages.com/pathway/from/en-US/to/ar-apc/56/1">Mango </a>lesson I learned, and feel free to visit it. Or if you are just starting, see my write up on <a href="http://www.realisticme.com/2018/06/learning-levantine-arabic-greetings.html">Chapter 1</a>. Happy learning, and keep up the great work. </div>
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Now we are talking! In this chapter I feel like I am really starting to put together sentences and beginning in the nitty gritty. However now the real work begins. Where I felt like I was breezing in the first chapter, now comes real memorizing and work.<br />
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<b>Overview and Tips of Chapter 2</b><br />
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<li>This chapter is great for covering cultural notes, and gives a great insight to conversations in Arabic. </li>
<li>In this chapter you will begin to learn conversation starters, and start forming sentences. </li>
<li>Also when starting to form sentences, you will learn how to form the negative version of that sentence. </li>
<li>In this chapter only the first and second person are introduced. </li>
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<b>Practice outside of Mango:</b><br />
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<li><a href="https://www.memrise.com/course/1890250/levantine-arabic-unit-1/1/">Memrise course</a> to go over and practice the vocabulary used on the Mango app. </li>
<li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d6613vcqzfJtJ7gkqTkrlfFV8LQQVBtb/view?usp=sharing">Download </a><span style="background-color: white;">a list of Chapter 2's vocabulary. </span></li>
<li><a href="http://www.keefaktheapp.com/">KeefakLite App</a>: The Introduce Yourself course is a great pairing with the Mango Chapter. It introduces additional vocabulary and similar description words than the Mango App. For example, Mango teaches the word bkher for fine, while the KeefakLite App teaches mnih for good. </li>
<li>This is a good time to get familiar with how Arabic sounds. I thought that listening to something without understanding the exact meaning was a waste of time; however, it really works. Familiarize yourself with how people speak Arabic! Try listening to my Arabic playlist on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/user/liz.vaughn1/playlist/5e1gR5CxWhxKfqEhsJdlEh">Spotify</a>, has great beginner songs!</li>
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I love soup, it is suppose to be an easy, healthy meal. However at times I look up recipes and realize there are more steps than dumping the ingredients into a pot and heating it up. That leaves me with the option of store brand soup which typically are tasteless and minimal. So I set out to find a wonderful soup that will fit into my busy schedule and fill me up!<br />
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<b>Why I like this recipe:</b></div>
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<li>It is in the title! Make-ahead: I do love a make-ahead meal recipe! This is frozen and you just have to pull it out of the freeze, thaw, and warm up for delicious homemade soup! </li>
<li>Since I freeze this and it is make ahead, it is perfect if I am preparing an Italian themed dinner with guests. All the stress of hosting is so much easier if you have things made ahead of time to eliminate the things to do day off. </li>
<li>This sounds like a silly reason to like a recipe, but once I'm done chopping, I put the ingredients immediately into the pot. No setting aside and adding at different times! Saves on dishes and having to think about where you put those pesky little carrots. </li>
<li>The Parmesan cheese rind really brings out a wonderful texture and flavor to the soup! </li>
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<li>1 leeks, sliced thinly</li>
<li>2 medium carrots, peeled and diced</li>
<li>2 small onions, diced</li>
<li>4 celery ribs, diced</li>
<li>1 russet potato, peeled and diced</li>
<li>1 zucchini, diced</li>
<li>28 oz whole tomatoes, drained (reserve sauce), roughly chopped</li>
<li>8 cups of water</li>
<li>Parmesan cheese rind</li>
<li>1 tsp salt</li>
<li>15 oz can of cannellini beans, drained and washed</li>
<li>3 cups of spinach</li>
<li>1/4 cup basil pesto (or a rosemary, garlic, and olive oil mixture)</li>
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Add the diced vegetables, tomatoes, water, cheese rind, and salt to a large pot and bring to a boil. (See picture for the size of each diced vegetable) Once boiling, turn the heat down to medium-low and allow it to simmer for an hour. The vegetables should be tender, but not falling apart. If the mixture looks too think, add some of the reserved tomato sauce for liquid. Allow the mixture to cool and freeze for up to a month (or refrigerate up to 3 days.)</div>
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Thaw the soup if frozen, and return to a large pot. Add the beans and spinach and heat until hot, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pot from the heat, discard the cheese rind, and add the basil pesto. Adjust any seasonings to taste, and serve!</div>
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</head>Elizabeth Khalafhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01919100089710897023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366225815085984952.post-17947091479940632382018-06-27T19:58:00.002-07:002018-06-27T19:58:32.379-07:00Amazing Whole Peruvian Chicken with Yams<script async="" data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
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The whole dish is amazing, and it is completed with the most delicious marinade. I swear I could drink this whole marinade by itself; however, then there wouldn't be enough for the chicken. It would be a serious problem to not have enough of marinade!<br />
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<b>Why I like this recipe:</b><div>
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<li>All the seasoning is mixed in the blender, which makes it amazing and eliminates any chopping.</li>
<li>All the vegetables and chicken are made in on pot, so when you pull the chicken out of the oven, everything is ready! </li>
<li>You can make the marinade and get the chicken in the fridge the night before or before you head out to work. The chicken will be ready to be cooked when you get home!</li>
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<li>1/4 cup mint leaves</li>
<li>6 garlic cloves, minced</li>
<li>1 Tbsp plus 1 tsp of olive oil</li>
<li>1 Tbsp ground cumin</li>
<li>1 Tbsp honey</li>
<li>2 tsp paprika</li>
<li>2 tsp oregano</li>
<li>2 tsp grated lime</li>
<li>1/4 cup lime juice</li>
<li>Salt and pepper</li>
<li>1 tsp habanero</li>
<li>1 whole chicken, approximately 4lbs</li>
<li>2 lbs yams, peeled and cut into 1 inch rounds</li>
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Process the mint, 1 tablespoon of oil, cumin, honey, paprika, oregano, lime zest and juice, 1 tablespoon pepper, and 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, and habanero in the blender. It should be smooth and creamy looking, approximately 10 - 20 seconds. </div>
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Take the marinade and carefully dress it under the skin. Work around the chicken getting the marinade under the skin. Then place the chicken into a ziplock bag, and add the remaining amount of marinade into the bag over the exterior of the chicken. Place in the refrigerator for 6 -24 hours. </div>
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Once ready to cook, put the oven rack to the lowest position and preheat to 400 degrees. Heat 1 teaspoon of oil into a 12 inch ovensafe skillet and heat over medium until shimmering. Toss the yams with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and arrange flat side down on the skillet. Let the yams cook until well browned on the bottom, approximately 6 - 10 minutes. </div>
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Place the chicken on top of the yams, breast side up and place in the oven. Roast the chicken for an hour and a half, and the chicken should be fully cooked (breast 160 degrees, thighs 175 degrees). Remove from the oven, and let the chicken rest for 15 minutes before carving. </div>
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This recipe is so good, and they seem to disappear quickly! Might consider making this a double batch as they are inhaled almost immediately. It seems like you eat one, and are immediately reaching for another! A good problem to have!<br />
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<b>Why I like this recipe:</b><br />
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<li>This recipe has so many make ahead options; and, I love things I can make ahead! I either make the dough and cover in the fridge before baking. Or if I have enough room in my fridge, I scoop them out onto the baking sheet and cover in the fridge until ready to be baked. Or I bake them completely ahead of time and give them a quick warm up in the oven before eating. So many options makes it a great recipe to fit into a busy schedule. </li>
<li>To warm up previously frozen gourges, put in the oven at 300 degrees for 7-10 minutes.</li>
<li>Ingredients are minimal and commonly found in the pantry, so you can whip them up quickly when having unexpected company (or poor planning on my part). </li>
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<li>2 eggs and 1 egg white</li>
<li>1/4 tsp of salt</li>
<li>4 Tbsp of butter</li>
<li>1/2 cup of water</li>
<li>1/8 - 1/4 tsp cayenne</li>
<li>1/2 cup of flour</li>
<li>1 cup shredded cheese (preferred gruyère cheese) </li>
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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees, and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.</div>
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In a 1 cup measuring cup, take the eggs and salt and whisk completely together. If you have more than 1/2 of a cup after mixing, remove excess. Having too much egg will make your dough have too liquid to rise into a puff. Over medium heat add the water, butter, and cayenne in a small sauce pan until simmering. Once at a simmer, add the flour and quickly stir together until it combines into a ball shape. </div>
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Add the dough into a food processor and mix quickly for 10 seconds, allowing the steam to come out of the opening. While mixing, slowly add the egg, then the cheese and process for 30 - 40 seconds. The dough should be dense and have a creamy, batter type of consistency. Using a Tbsp, level the dough, and using another small spoon to scoop it out onto the baking sheet. Once done, you should have approximately 24 puffs.<br />
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Bake for 15 - 20, until 2/3 of the puff are golden brown. Then turn off the oven and continue to bake for another 10 minutes. Make sure not to open the oven too much when checking on the puffs while the oven is off. Serve fresh out of the oven and warm.<br />
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Typically I don't like slow cooker recipes that require browning, or more than throw it in the slow cooker and run! However, this recipe is worth the additional step of browning. It makes a huge batch so it will last for a couple of meals, which is an added bonus!<br />
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<b>Why I like this recipe:</b><br />
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<li>I measure out the seasonings the night before, and quickly brown the meat before going to work in the morning. This way I can quickly get the ingredients in the slow cooker and head out the door for work. </li>
<li>Curry is so good, but I would have to go to a restaurant to get a good batch. Now I can make it at home. </li>
<li>Feeds a group! Great if I'm entertaining people after work, and don't have much time to do cooking. </li>
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<li>5 pounds of meat, traditionally lamb shoulder</li>
<li>salt and pepper</li>
<li>3 Tbsp of oil </li>
<li>2 onions, chopped fine</li>
<li>1/4 cup tomato paste</li>
<li>8 garlic cloves, minced </li>
<li>2 Tbsp paprika</li>
<li>1 1/2 Tbsp cumin</li>
<li>1 Tbsp fresh ginger, grated</li>
<li>2 tsp coriander</li>
<li>3/4 tsp cardamom</li>
<li>1/2 tsp cayenne</li>
<li>1/4 tsp ground cloves</li>
<li>1 cinnamon stick</li>
<li>1 1/2 cup water</li>
<li>cilantro for garnish, optional</li>
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Pat the lamb dry and season with salt and pepper. In a large pan or skillet, heat half the oil over medium-high heat. Add the lamb and brown, about 4 minutes on each side. Once the lamb is well browned, placed into the slower cooker.<br />
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Add the remaining oil to the pan, and once shimmering, add the onions. Cook and scrape the bottom of the pan as you go. Once the onions are lightly browned, stir in the add the garlic, tomato paste, and seasonings. Once everything is fragrant, about 30 seconds to a minute, add the water, scraping the bottom of the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil, and transfer to the slow cooker.<br />
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Cover and cook for 8-10 hours on low or 4-6 hours on high. Once done, shred the lamb and whisk the sauce. That is it! You can add what you want to the curry (veggies, potatoes, or rice). Keep in mind this might change the paleo-ness of the recipe. </div>
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The slow cooker is great; however, at times the dish can come out dry and flavorless. Not this recipe; it is jam packed with spices. To make it even better it is Paleo!<br />
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<b>Why I like this recipe:</b><br />
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<li>Who doesn't love it when you can throw everything into a slow cooker, leave it, and come back to a delicious meals!</li>
<li>This is a flavorful dish that doesn't disappoint, while some slow cooker recipes leave the meal dry and underwhelming. </li>
<li>You add a majority of the ingredients to a food processor, eliminating the need for hours of chopping. </li>
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<li>8 scallions</li>
<li>3 Tbsp coconut oil</li>
<li>1 habanero or serrano chile, stemmed and seeded</li>
<li>1 Tbsp ginger, peeled</li>
<li>2 Tbsp raisins</li>
<li>2 tsp dried thyme</li>
<li>3 garlic cloves</li>
<li>1 Tbsp allspice</li>
<li>2 tsp kosher salt</li>
<li>1/2 tsp pepper</li>
<li>1 tsp coriander</li>
<li>4 lb of chicken drumsticks or thighs</li>
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Add all the ingredients, except for the chicken, into the food processor and blend until smooth, approximately 30 seconds. Reserve 1/2 cup of the mixture, cover, and refrigerate. Take the remaining mixture and coat over the chicken in the slow cooker. Cook for 4 hours on low.<br />
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Place the chicken on a wire rimmed baking sheet and brush half the mixture over the chicken. Broil the chicken close to the burner for about 10 minutes, until the skin is crispy and charred. Brush the remaining mixture over the drumsticks and serve!<br />
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