If you're a fan of gingerbread and are looking for something uniquely different - this is it! From Yorkshire, England, Parkin is an age-old cake featuring oats and black treacle (molasses) to create a delightfully sticky, chewy cake with a deeply robust flavor that only … Continue reading →
Homemade British Mixed Spice
This famous British spice blend has been enjoyed in Christmas baking for several centuries. With both sweet and savory applications, you will love this deliciously versatile Mixed Spice blend!The term "mixed spice" for this popular British spice blend has been … Continue reading →
Traditional Welsh Cakes
Unforgettably flaky, tender, almost melt-in-your-mouth texture that's punctuated with sweet currants and laced with a wonderful hint of mace, these Welsh cakes are simply irresistible!A very authentic recipe for traditional Welsh Cakes. Unforgettably flaky, tender, … Continue reading →
Authentic British Mushy Peas
Authentic British Mushy Peas! 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! Fried fish & chips as a unified meal is … Continue reading →
Authentic Chicken Paprikash (Paprikás Csirke)
One of the most famous and beloved of all Hungarian dishes, this authentic Chicken Paprikash features tender chicken in an unforgettably rich, flavorful and creamy paprika-infused sauce! It's pure heaven!Hungary is beautiful - its landscapes, cities, villages, … Continue reading →
BEST German Curry Ketchup for Currywurst
There's a reason over 800 million Currywursts are consumed each year in Germany - they're deeeelicious and have been a German institution since 1949! Learn how to make the BEST authentic curry ketchup and traditional German Currywurst!In the words of Berlin's … Continue reading →
Authentic German Sauerbraten
One of Germany's national dishes, this authentic Sauerbraten is marinated, cooked until tender, and served with a wonderfully rich and flavorful sweet-tangy gravy! Serve it with homemade Rotkohl and potatoes, Knödel or Spätzle and you're all set for a memorable … Continue reading →
BEST Pozole Rojo
A special thank you to Aneto for sponsoring this post.One of the most iconic Mexican dishes, this "ultimate" Pozole Rojo is PACKED with deliciously bold and robust flavors that will absolutely WOW your taste buds!Pozole in Mexico is like chicken noodle soup in … Continue reading →
BEST Authentic Enchilada Sauce
Rich and robust and a thousand times better than store-bought, this authentic enchilada sauce packs some serious FLAVOR! Not just for enchiladas, this sauce will take your soups and stews to a whole new level!Nothing beats homemade.That's a phrase that fits most … Continue reading →
BEST Chinese Orange Chicken
Tender, crispy, battered chicken smothered in a deliciously fresh, sweet and tangy orange sauce. This Chinese Orange Chicken rivals your favorite takeout!Tender, chewy, crispy, citrusy, sweet, tangy and spicy all in one!Chinese Orange Chicken, a dish of chopped, … Continue reading →
BEST Homemade Mexican Chorizo
Behold the secret ingredient to giving your Mexican dishes an authentic and incredibly amazing flavor! This homemade Mexican chorizo is easy to make and the flavor is out of this world!SALIVARY GLANDS AND LYMPH NODES. That's what you'll find in the list of … Continue reading →
BEST Authentic Tandoori Chicken
Authentic and thoroughly delicious, this tandoori chicken is a total showstopper, rivaling your favorite Indian restaurant!Look no further for the ultimate authentic Tandoori Chicken recipe!I created this recipe through careful trial and experimentation, both the … Continue reading →
Authentic Traditional Mincemeat
Few people today know the taste of true, authentic mincemeat, a dish dating back to the 11th century. And that explains why very few people I know actually truly enjoy mincemeat versus simply eating it out of tradition (or being forced to so as not to offend Grandma!). … Continue reading →
Traditional Homemade English Crumpets
When I moved to England where I lived for 7 years, there were a number of quintessential British dishes I was eager to try. Crumpets was one of them. We had no sooner settled into our hotel room than we went grocery shopping at the local Tesco and I picked up a package of … Continue reading →
Olive Rosemary Focaccia (How To Make Authentic Focaccia)
A special thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post!Few things smell better than the sweet aroma of yeast bread baking in the oven. Add to that the fragrance of rosemary and it's pretty much the closest thing to heaven.Focaccia. Rustic and romantic, this … Continue reading →
Restaurant-style Schwäbischer Kartoffelsalat (Swabian Potato Salad)
I love potato salad. All kinds. But my all-time favorite is Schwäbischer Kartoffelsalat from the Southern Germany region of Swabia where I grew up (Stuttgart). I'm also the ultimate critic when it comes to potato salads. I've probably eaten this potato salad a couple of … Continue reading →
Traditional German Senfbraten (Pork Roast with Mustard Gravy)
Another quintessential German dish, Senfbraten is a traditional and popular pork roast served throughout Germany. A deliciously rich gravy flavored with mustard, this authentic dish comes with a satisfaction guarantee. … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Olives (Djej Makalli)
One of the most renowned and popular dishes in Morocco, Djej Makalli combines two staple ingredients of Moroccan cuisine: Preserved lemons and olives. The chicken is marinated in flavorful spices then slow-simmered in a sauce that will make your taste buds sing. … Continue reading →
Traditional Hungarian Goulash (Gulyás)
A thoroughly authentic recipe for Hungary's national dish, Goulash! The depth and richness of the flavor is simply out-of-this-world delicious!Traditional Hungarian goulash is a prime example of how a few simple ingredients, cooked properly, can yield an incredible … Continue reading →
Authentic German Schnitzel (Schweineschnitzel)
Okay, everyone, here it is! Drumroll...How to make perfect Schnitzel!As much as I love to cook - and being from Germany - it would be unforgivably inexcusable, a total outrage, if I didn't know how to make Schnitzel! After all, it's the quintessential German dish. … Continue reading →
BEST New Orleans Jambalaya
Jambalaya, the 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!I won't be going down to New Orleans next month for Mardi Gras and chances are … Continue reading →
Hachee (Dutch Beef & Onion Stew)
Hachee is a traditional beef and onion stew found in virtually every Dutch home. It's a delicious comfort dish to enjoy during the cold winter months. The long, slow cooking time produce super tender meat and a rich sauce with wonderful depth of flavor. Here is an … Continue reading →
Braciole di Manzo (Italian Beef Rolls in Tomato Sauce)
Thank you to Honest Cooking and Parma Ham for sponsoring this post!I've brought you something extra special today! A delicious, traditional dish from Italy with a combination of flavors that will make your taste buds sing!Proscuitto is wonderfully versatile in … 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 →
Saag Gosht (Punjabi Beef and Spinach Curry)
This delicious curry from the northwest region of India can be made with beef or lamb. The rich, complex flavor profile of this Saag Gosht portrays the very best of Indian cuisine. You're going to love it! … Continue reading →
Authentic Schwäbischer Zwiebelkuchen (German Onion & Bacon Pie)
Autumn in Germany means a great many things to me, among them the brilliance of leaves changing color, harvested grapes from scenic hillsides, and Zwiebelkuchen, one of my favorite baked goods. This directly translates to "onion cake" but it's actually a delicious savory … Continue reading →
Pollo a la Brasa (Peruvian Roasted Chicken)
Did you know that Peruvian cuisine was listed among the top 3 of the nation's hottest foods this year? And did you know that Pollo a la Brasa was ranked #1 as the most popular dish in Peru? There is even a designated national day for it in July! Yes, Peruvians love their … Continue reading →
Peruvian Aji Verde Sauce
A traditional Peruvian sauce, Aji Verde Sauce is a bright green chili sauce that comes standard in any Peruvian restaurant. Serve it alongside your favorite meats, use it in salads, or as a dip for bread. It's delicious! … Continue reading →
Authentic 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! … 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 →
Authentic Toad in the Hole (Sausage & Yorkshire Pudding with Onion Gravy)
Toad in the Hole. A traditional British classic. Fun to make and neat to look at, it's like sausages encased in a giant popover and drenched in onion gravy. How can you go wrong with comfort food like this? This is a "Make a Request" fulfillment for Tamra Oborn. Thank … 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 →
Baharat (Middle Eastern Spice Blend)
Baharat, Arabic for “spice”, is a special an all-purpose spice blend widely used in Middle Eastern cuisine. Just a pinch of it adds depth and flavor to sauces, soups, grains, vegetables, stews and meat.Middle Eastern food is phenomenal. Those of you who have taken the … Continue reading →
BEST Restaurant-Style Chinese Hot and Sour Soup
Good restaurant Chinese hot and sour soup has a very distinct flavor that can be challenging to replicate. And not all restaurant hot and sour soups are created equal. Not by a long shot. Though you may not be able to pinpoint the difference, you can tell when shortcuts … Continue reading →
New Orleans Grillades and Grits
Well, shut my mouth, is that New Orleans Grillades and Grits?? Darn tootin' it is. Well, now ain't that the berries!Doesn't this look tasty? You wouldn't normally think of this as a breakfast food though, would you? Grillades (pronounced GREE-ahds) and Grits is a … 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 →
Hungarian Chicken Goulash
Whether you live in what is currently a cool and rainy place like Washington, an area that is just beginning to thaw out from a mini ice age, or some warm and sunny region, this Hungarian Chicken Goulash is something you will all enjoy regardless of your current climate … 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 →
Geschnetzeltes (Creamy German Hunter’s Sauce)
Geschnetzeltes (prounounced geh-shnet-sel-tess), German for "sliced meat", is a sauce with pork or veal, mushrooms and cream that is popular throughout Germany and Switzerland, some versions named Züricher Geschnetzeltes. Traditionally served with Spätzle, egg noodles, or … Continue reading →
Chicken Machboos (Bahraini Spiced Chicken and Rice)
Chicken Machboos, or Machboos ala Dajaj ("spiced chicken and rice"), is the national dish of Bahrain, a small island country in the Persian Gulf neighbored by Saudi Arabia and Iran. Machboos is similar to Biryani (from the Indian subcontinent) and Kabsa (from Saudi Arabia), … Continue reading →
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