A thoroughly Authentic British Mushy Peas recipe! The right flavor, the perfect texture, just like you know and love them from your favorite English pub or chippy! What are fish & chips without mushy peas?? They are inseparable! Where Did Mushy Peas … Continue reading →
Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce)
The famous condiment that comes standard at any Peruvian restaurant! This Aji Verde Sauce recipe is quick and easy to make and is deliciously versatile! What is Aji Verde Sauce? A traditional Peruvian sauce, Aji Verde Sauce is a bright green chili sauce that comes … Continue reading →
Ultimate Orange Chicken
Tender, crispy chicken smothered in a deliciously fresh, sweet and tangy orange sauce, This Chinese Orange Chicken recipe rivals your favorite takeout! This Chinese Orange Chicken is tender, chewy, crispy, citrusy, sweet, tangy and spicy all in one! What is Orange … Continue reading →
Authentic Hot and Sour Soup
This thoroughly authentic Chinese Hot and Sour Soup recipe is carefully crafted, jam-packed with flavor, rivals your very favorite restaurant version, and is sure to WOW your dinner guests! Good restaurant Chinese hot and sour soup has a very distinct flavor that can … Continue reading →
Authentic Jambalaya
Authentic Jambalaya Recipe. This quintessential dish from New Orleans is a spicy one-pot rice dish featuring chicken, andouille sausage, shrimp, and a whole host of Southern flavors. Let the feast begin! Most of us won't be going down to New Orleans for Mardi Gras, … Continue reading →
Kung Pao Chicken
Authentic and thoroughly delicious, this Kung Pao Chicken rivals your favorite takeout or restaurant version and is super quick to make! And get ready to brace yourself because this dish packs a PUNCH! Kung Pao Chicken originated in the Szechuan province of China and … Continue reading →
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Dinner just doesn't get any faster, simpler or tastier than this shrimp scampi and your dinner guests will think you're a gourmet rockstar! Scandalously delicious and deceptively simple. That's Shrimp Scampi. A long-time favorite of my husband's, when we were … Continue reading →
Nonnettes (French Gingerbread Cakes)
French for "little nuns" and dating back to the Middle Ages, Nonnettes are small gingerbread cakes filled with jam and drizzled with a tangy lemon glaze. They're absolutely irresistible! Gingerbread in a huge variety of forms can be found throughout the world, each … Continue reading →
Homemade British Mixed Spice
This famous British spice blend has been enjoyed in Christmas baking and beyond for several centuries. With both sweet and savory applications, you will love this deliciously versatile Mixed Spice blend! What is Mixed Spice? The term "mixed spice" for this popular … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken (Djej Makalli)
This famous and authentic Moroccan Chicken known as Djej Makalli is packed so full of amazing flavors, it will make your taste buds sing! How to Make Moroccan Chicken One of the most renowned and popular dishes in Morocco, Djej Makalli combines two staple ingredients … Continue reading →
Perfect Indian Naan Bread
A traditional flatbread that commonly accompanies Indian dishes, this recipe yields deliciously soft, moist, and tender Naan Bread. … Continue reading →
Doro Wat (Spicy Ethiopian Chicken Stew)
There is a reason why Doro Wat is the national dish of Ethiopia and one of the most famous of all African dishes - it's fabulous! This authentic Doro Wat recipe captures the very best of Ethiopian cooking! Doro Wat is one of the most famous of all African dishes. … Continue reading →
Pakistani Chickpea & Pistachio Fudge (Besan Ki Barfi)
Besan Ki what?? The name, yes the name. And it's precisely the name that drew my attention to it in the first place and intrigued me enough to give this traditional Pakistani treat a try. If you had come across a sweet called "barfi", wouldn't you have wanted to try it … Continue reading →
German Picnic Salad
Thank you to Honest Cooking and Castello for sponsoring this post! Though I do try to exercise self-control, I'm a bit of a cheese addict. Growing up in Europe with regular access to the world's best cheeses rendered me into something of a cheese snob. I can't help it. … Continue reading →
New Orleans Grillades and Grits
Look no further for a tried and true authentic Grillades and Grits recipe! Tender beef cutlets are simmered in a rich gravy and served over creamy grits - it's heaven! Well, shut my mouth, is that New Orleans Grillades and Grits?? Darn tootin' it is. Well, now ain't … Continue reading →
Sincronizadas (Mexican Ham and Cheese Melts)
With Cinco de Mayo approaching, I wanted to share a few more authentic Mexican recipes with you. Authentic? That's right. Sincronizadas. You'd think these were Americanized/Tex-Mex creations, but in fact they are authentically Mexican. Originally from Chiapas, a beautiful … Continue reading →
Best Homemade Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce
Last week I posted my recipes for Greek Tzatziki Sauce and Greek Seasoning Blend. Now it's time to combine those two recipes to make a third one! One that you're going to fall in l.o.v.e. with! Growing up in Germany, there were Gyros and Döner Kebab shops and stands … Continue reading →
Chicken Machboos (Bahraini Spiced Chicken and Rice)
The national dish of Bahrain, this Chicken Machboos recipe is thoroughly authentic and thoroughly delicious! Seasoned rice and tender moist chicken come together in this satisfying meal that is an absolute feast for the taste buds! Chicken Machboos, or Machboos ala … Continue reading →
Chicken Cacciatore with Polenta
An authentic, classic Italian dish. Cacciatore is Italian for “hunter,” referring to a dish that is prepared “hunter-style.” Though many variations of Cacciatore exist, hunter-style always calls for tomatoes, onions and herbs, and sometimes bell peppers and wine. … Continue reading →
Thai Peanut Tofu or Chicken Noodles
What do you do when you have a tub of tofu nearing expiration and a stalk of lemongrass screaming to be used? Well, I'll tell you what I did. I made a super quick, super easy, super tasty lunch - all in 10 minutes. (Not counting the baking time of the tofu). The … Continue reading →
Polenta Lasagna
Polenta Pasticciata con Ragu di Carne, a dish from the Campania region of southern Italy. This is a polenta casserole with a typical Italian ragu di carne. Polenta is made of coarse yellow cornmeal slowly cooked in water or stock until the desired consistency is met. While … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken, Apricot and Almond Tagine
Moroccan cuisine is considered to be one of the most diversified cuisines in the world. This is because for centuries Morocco has been very interactive with other nations and has embraced and integrated many different cultural influences, not only in its foods but its art, … Continue reading →
Pizza Margherita
Pizza. Fresh. Crispy. Chewy. Cheesy. Make pizza like a pro in your own kitchen. You don't need a lot of ingredients, just some basics like flour, yeast, cheese, basil and tomatoes. Experience why this vegetarian pizza is a beloved classic even among the most avid … Continue reading →
Spaghetti With Chicken Bolognese
For a healthier and leaner alternative to red meat but still made in authentic Italian fashion, try this Chicken Bolognese. Slow simmered with vegetables, herbs and white wine and finished with fresh basil and heavy cream, this sauce is full of flavor and is sure to become … Continue reading →
Tom Kha Gai
Tom Kha Gai is a highly popular Thai soup known for its intense and aromatic flavors and its rich and creamy coconut-infused broth. Tom Kha Gai translates as "boiled galangal chicken." Galangal looks similar to ginger and is related to it, but has a more peppery and … Continue reading →