Recipes from the cuisines of the world

This tomato cream soup is a creamy version of gazpacho. It's also quick and easy to make and served chilled with a cheese quesadilla. In addition to pepper jack cheese, the quesadilla filling also includes black bean puree.

This cheesecake is perfect if you're looking for a dessert you can make ahead of time. While the cheesecake itself needs to set overnight in the refrigerator, the cranberry compote can also...

You can even make delicious seafood pasta on a campfire while camping, by making a small batch at home. Your secret weapon is thin capellini (angel hair) pasta, which is boiled...

A simplified version of the classic Valencian rice dish with chicken, chorizo, mussels, clams, and shrimp. Valerie Bertinelli cooks paella in the oven, and the dish turns out perfect: the rice...

Spinach and mushrooms top this simple Italian pie, topped with gooey cheese. The pie is made with store-bought croissant dough. Simply top it with sautéed vegetables mixed with cheese and...

Finish your dinner with this heady coffee topped with whipped cream. What sets this cocktail apart from the classic is the twist of fresh lemon zest added to the whipped cream. A light citrus...

A cheesy Mexican chicken enchilada will turn any dinner into a true fiesta. Valerie Bertinelli adds grilled chicken to the filling, but she doesn't skimp on the sauce, because the sauce...

Caprese appetizers aren't just made up of the colors of the Italian flag. They're also traditional Christmas colors. So why not use them to decorate your holiday table?! Make crostini with all the flavors...

This delicious pie is baked with traditional cornbread dough. The result is a dessert cornbread with a caramel topping, nestled beneath juicy fruit. Thanks to...

Deep-fried turkey is juicier than oven-baked turkey, so if you have a large deep-fryer, be sure to try this recipe. The finished bird is glazed three times...

The hardest part about fried plantains is being patient and waiting for them to ripen almost to the point of blackness. Picked plantains ripen the same way as bananas: place them in a paper...

The highlight of this dish is the glazed fried bacon. Its sweet and savory bits perfectly complement the flavors of both the rice and vegetables. Snow peas, tomatoes, and bell peppers add richness to the rice, and...

Arancini are Sicilian fried rice balls with a crispy crust and a soft center. This recipe uses leftover Chinese takeout. Form cooked rice into balls, fry...

Add crispy polenta to your holiday appetizers. Despite its simplicity, this appetizer is sure to please everyone. To prepare, buy pre-made polenta, slice it...

Transform your favorite macaroni and cheese into a crispy party appetizer. To prepare, freeze the mac and cheese slightly, cut into squares, and deep-fry until coated on the outside.

This recipe turns Italian pasta alla vodka into a perfect appetizer for house parties. Your guests will never have tasted anything like this! Deep-fry the cooked pasta shells to...

This appetizer was inspired by Elvis Presley's famous favorite sandwich: bread, peanut butter, fried bacon, and banana. The combination may seem strange, but it's incredibly delicious!

"Dim sum literally translates as 'filling the heart.' And I love filling my belly with this Cantonese breakfast!" shares Jet Tila. "It originated in small teahouses in southern China, where tea..."

Rich shiitake mushrooms, sweet pumpkin, and ginger make a perfect combination for autumn wonton filling. The wontons are deep-fried, creating a deliciously crispy texture with a tender vegetable filling.

During the New Year, the Chinese eat a lot of dumplings, which symbolize wealth for the coming year: pieces of dough filled with meat and vegetables resemble money purses. These wontons,...

Crispy-skirted dumplings are essentially pan-fried dumplings with a thin, crispy outer layer. They're popular at izakayas throughout Japan, where they're called hanetsuki gyoza (gyoza with...

Traditional green bean casserole is a true feast of flavors and textures! Green beans in a fragrant creamy sauce with mushrooms and a bouquet of aromatic herbs are baked under a layer of crispy...

Green food coloring transforms ordinary coconut flakes into an edible lawn, topped with a miniature American football made from chocolate-covered almonds and topped with sweet...

These giant soccer ball cookies aren't just pretty and festive; the rich peanut butter flavor is sure to please all the fans at your soccer party. Draw...

"I fell in love with the name 'Whoopie Pie' even before I tried it," recalls Manit Chauhan. "In fact, it was the first dessert (with carrot halva) that I included in my dessert list..."

This sweet snack in the shape of an American football is a great treat for a large group of football fans. The ball is made from a mixture of cream cheese and peanut butter with chunks of...

You don't need a special cake pan to make this football-shaped cake. This striking football is made from two carefully cut round cake layers. The scraps...

Tender sugar snap peas can be eaten on the pod, or for a simple and delicious Asian-inspired side dish, steam them and toss with sesame oil, ginger, and...

Wasabi-flavored peas, sesame sticks, and crispy chow mein noodles make this savory Asian-inspired snack mix so delicious and savory, you'll be hard-pressed to stop. Serve...

Sweet, crisp apple is a pleasant surprise in this Asian salad. It pairs beautifully with crisp wonton strips, toasted almonds, and a sweet-tart sesame-ginger glaze.

Brown sugar, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil give these burgers a unique sweet and savory flavor, while mayonnaise mixed with chopped kimchi creates the perfect spicy sauce for...

This summer appetizer is a Spanish take on the classic Italian melon and ham. Ripe, juicy, sweet-tart tomatoes are complemented by a splash of red wine vinegar, which also infuses the salty slices...

Seekh kebab (or shish kebab) is a melt-in-your-mouth kebab that is believed to have been introduced to the Indian subcontinent by the Turks long before its popularity rose during the Mughal era...

This football-shaped ice cream cone will be a favorite among sports fans. The sandwiches are made with store-bought pound cake and chocolate ice cream, and the quick-setting chocolate glaze...

This classic Filipino rice dessert, baked in banana leaves, is often made for holidays. This simplified version of the yeast dough combines Thai rice flour with glutinous...

"Potato pancakes are my favorite way to enjoy potatoes for breakfast!" says Giada De Laurentiis. "Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they're just perfect. For Valentine's Day, I..."

Shakshuka is a Maghreb dish that has won the hearts of millions of people worldwide. It's cooked in one pan and is typically served for breakfast or dinner. Eggs are simmered in a thick...

This bread casserole is perfect for both brunch and dinner. Sweet and spicy caramelized onions and spinach make it deliciously moist, and a generous helping of grated Gruyere...

This roasted and fresh vegetable salad is as bright and colorful as the Mardi Gras carnival for which it's named. Orange sweet potatoes, yellow beets, purple cabbage, and green onions...

Pan-fried salmon fillet with a beautiful crust of Dijon mustard and Provencal herbs is served with a salad of grilled red cabbage, roasted bell peppers, olives and oranges.

Make it fish day today and treat your loved ones to these amazing salmon tacos. Even those who say they don't like fish will love it this way! The salmon is generously sprinkled with chili powder, grilled...

Mix red and yellow lentils with turmeric, curry powder, and sun-dried tomatoes, add a bay leaf, and you'll have a hearty, warming dal, flavored with butter. All dry...

The Paloma (Little Dove) is one of the most popular Mexican tequila-based cocktails, rivaling the more famous Margarita in flavor. It's made with lime and grapefruit juice,...

A light and crispy corn tortilla is served with shredded Yucatan-style chicken, marinated in orange juice and grilled. The chicken is complemented by a fresh red pepper salad...

Juicy, fried bone-in pork loin cutlets rubbed with garlic, lime zest, oregano, and cumin are served with a bright, slightly sweet plantain and bell pepper hash. The result...

Pimento cheese spread is a popular American snack made with cheddar, mayonnaise, and sweet pickled peppers, typically served with crackers. With this recipe, you can easily transform...

Sweet and tart cranberries and rich pecans complement each other harmoniously in this simple cookie perfect for both holidays and everyday use. Traditional biscotti are dry, crispy...

This light, bright, and tart salad hails from the US state of Oklahoma. It's made with one of the state's staple crops, black-eyed beans, or cowpeas. The beans are tossed in a vinaigrette...

This traditional Texas dish is easy to make, delicious, and nutritious. The main ingredients are pinto beans, meat, and a touch of spice. To make it easier, use...