Lunch at a Jerusalem Bakery

I am in Lansing, MI on business this week with my husband. For lunch I could not resist a Jerusalem Bakery that I have passed every day this week. They make their own Pitas and a luscious variety of Middle Eastern deli food.

For lunch I ordered a Lebanee Sandwich. One bite of this cool refreshing sandwich and I was in love. I plan on bringing some Pitas home with me and I have a feeling we will be living on these all summer.

Lebanee is a strained homemade yogurt also known as yogurt cheese.

For this sandwich, the Lebanee is spread thickly on the pit and topped with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and dill pickle spears. It is so light, cool, and refreshing making it perfect for the hottest summer day!

Below is a recipe from Alton brown as well as the address and phone number of the bakery.

Enjoy!




Yogurt Cheese
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown


Recipe Summary
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Yield: Approximately 1 quart
User Rating: 4 Stars


2 quarts plain yogurt

Place 4 layers of cheesecloth in colander set over a bowl. Add the yogurt and let drain overnight in the refrigerator. The desired consistency is that of soft cream cheese.

Jerusalem Bakery
1456 East Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI

517-485-9975