A hearty and classic Iftar menu for the 6th day of Ramadan. Tomato soup, mixed meat and vegetable stew (Türlü), rice pilaf, and Kemalpaşa dessert recipes are here.

Tomato Soup (Restaurant Style)

• Method: Sauté 1 tbsp flour in 1 tbsp butter until fragrant. Add 4 grated tomatoes and 1 tbsp tomato paste; sauté for 5 mins. Slowly add 5 cups of hot water while whisking. Simmer for 15 mins. Finally, add 1/2 cup milk and salt. Boil for 2 mins and serve with grated cheddar.

• Tip: Whisk constantly to prevent lumps.

Etli Türlü (Meat & Vegetable Stew)

• Method: Sear 400g cubed beef. Add chopped onion, garlic, and 1 tbsp paste. Add cubed eggplant, zucchini, potato, and carrot. Add 1 chopped tomato and 2 cups hot water. Simmer on low heat for 40 mins.

• Tip: Do not overcook; vegetables should remain intact.

Kemalpaşa Dessert (Syrupy Delight)

• Method: Boil 3 cups water and 3 cups sugar. Add the Kemalpaşa pastries. Simmer for 15 mins until they absorb the syrup. Serve with clotted cream (Kaymak).