Dried mushrooms add an intense flavor to stews and soups but must be soaked before use. The rich flavor means you need only about one ounce for a dish for four. Filo dough comes in fresh or frozen paper-thin layers and is similar to strudel pastry. Almonds are high in calcium, minerals, and dietary fiber. Cashews are a good source of iron and folic acid.
Hazelnuts are rich in minerals and folic acid.
Pecans are high in fat and low in protein compared to other nuts and so should be eaten sparingly. Walnuts are a fairly good source of iron and vitamin B6. Olive oil is low in saturated fats and high in mono-unsaturated fat. It is often used grated, so not much is needed. Use in pasta dishes and salads.