Culinary recipes

Delicious bread stuffing, or stuffing, is traditionally prepared in the United States as a side dish for holiday turkey. But you can make it with any bird or even eat it on its own, as it's very filling, not only because...

To stuff poultry with bread stuffing, you need cubes of stale bread so they hold their shape after soaking in liquid and baking, and the garnish looks appetizing. So, if you only have...

You don't have to stuff your turkey or chicken with this bread stuffing. Simply bake it in a separate pan and serve it with the bird. This way, you'll have a much larger side dish, enough to share with everyone. In...

A healthier and lighter alternative to mashed potatoes that's perfect for an already overflowing holiday dinner. Combine equal parts celery root and parsnips...

Mashed potatoes can be served not only as a side dish, but also as a thick dipping sauce with appetizers. Blend the mashed potatoes with fried garlic in a blender until smooth, then stir in...

Make a fragrant and creamy mashed potato for your holiday dinner. Peeled potatoes are boiled with bay leaves, then mashed or ground through a potato mill.

Frying potatoes in the oven requires much less oil than frying them in a frying pan, and every piece will be perfectly cooked: golden and crispy on all sides. There's no need to peel the potatoes...

This recipe doesn't skimp on butter. The potatoes, cut into round slices, are baked in the oven at a high temperature, resulting in a deliciously crispy outside and...

Want to transform your favorite Caesar salad from a light appetizer into a hearty side dish? Drizzle some Caesar dressing over boiled potatoes! After all, much of the salad's amazing flavor comes from the mayonnaise dressing...

This dish combines the delicious flavors of stuffed crumbled potatoes, but it's made as a large casserole for the whole family. No need to peel the potatoes: the skins add even more flavor, and...

Bake a fragrant French galette with a delicate filling of ricotta, frangipane, and fresh grapes for tea. The galette dough is made with regular store-bought grape juice, which adds...

While traditionally French chicken with 40 cloves of garlic is baked in the oven, this recipe is suitable for the stovetop. The chicken pieces are pan-fried until golden brown, then braised under...

Roast a whole pork loin in the oven and serve with a side of vegetable cobbler. Before baking, sear the pork on all sides in a skillet and brush with a grain mixture...

This elegant dessert is a perfect end to a hearty dinner. It differs from the traditional Italian affogato in that a scoop of vanilla ice cream (or gelato for an authentic twist)...

A perfect dish for cool weather, it warms with its flavor and spicy aroma. This beef stew is served with roasted root vegetables, including red onion, carrots, parsnips, turnips, and...

The meat sauce for Sardinian spaghetti is made from raw Italian sausages with fennel, which are cut into small pieces, fried until golden brown, and then simmered with tomatoes and...

This vegetarian lasagna recipe uses fried portobello mushrooms—the most flavorful and meaty variety of mushroom—instead of meat sauce. Their flavor is perfectly complemented by béchamel sauce with a pinch of...

This classic cocktail was invented in the 1920s in the United States. It was said that the drink's effect was similar to being fired from a French 75mm cannon, hence the cocktail's name...

Even a budget-friendly cut like beef short ribs can be used to create a delicious holiday dish with a luxurious bouquet of flavors and aromas. To prepare this dish, you'll need beef short ribs with...

Stracotto is a traditional Italian stew with vegetables, incredibly tender and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. This dish is made from the shoulder and neck of beef, which is first seared whole...

This pie goes perfectly with a cup of aromatic coffee or tea. It's soft and fluffy, and its highlight is the crispy topping that will leave no one indifferent. The topping includes...

Roast pork can be served as a main course with a variety of side dishes, or used in sandwiches or shawarma. The recipe uses a whole, boneless pork shoulder.

Surprise your guests with this unusual yet easy-to-make fried banana dessert. It's made with ripe, yet firm (not overripe) bananas, which are fried...

Make a delicious and unique vanilla ice cream sundae with shortbread cookies and a Guinness syrup topping. The syrup is made from stout mixed with sugar, which is left to steep for a long time...

Chocolate pudding made according to this recipe is silky, smooth, and rich. To make it, the hot chocolate mixture is mixed with egg yolks beaten with sugar, while...

Transform everyday mashed potatoes into a luxurious holiday side dish with just two ingredients: sage and butter. The toasted butter itself gives the potatoes a unique...

A healthier alternative to the English dish fish and chips, these are pieces of fried fish in batter served with potatoes. Instead of traditional French fries, try mashed potatoes:...

Braciola is an Italian meatloaf that will impress your guests with its presentation and flavor. It's easy to assemble with a no-cook filling and flank steak,...

For this cake, you'll need a 12-cup metal muffin pan with paper liners, or the same number of individual 60ml muffin cups. The muffins are made to resemble miniature bread puddings made from...

A winter Sunday dinner is the perfect time to treat your loved ones to cassoulet, a warming and aromatic French stew that requires a considerable amount of time to prepare and is spread over two days. The...

Although traditional Italian panzanella salad is considered a summer treat, it can easily be adapted to a winter diet by replacing the tomatoes with seasonal vegetables – baked pumpkin and...

This Cosmopolitan differs from the classic version by using pomegranate juice instead of cranberry, which pairs equally well with the other ingredients of the cocktail: vodka, orange liqueur, and...

Good cooks never waste anything, not even Christmas trees! Make pine-flavored syrup directly from your tree needles. Spruce or Douglas fir needles work well, but...

Cocktail shrimp are a great appetizer for any occasion. Whether it's a festive dinner or a casual house party, they're always a hit. To make delicious shrimp, boil...

This pound cake is surprisingly quick and easy to make, perfect for both everyday and festive tea parties. It also makes a great gift for loved ones. Jada suggests...

These crisp, airy meringues are made by adding instant coffee powder to whipped egg whites. Once the mixture is sufficiently whipped and stiff peaks form, fold in the granules with a spatula...

If you love the flavor and aroma of ginger in baked goods, be sure to try these spicy holiday star-shaped cookies, decorated with sparkling sugar crystals. In addition to flour, the dough contains butter...

To make these golden, airy muffins, you'll need flour, baking powder, and an egg. Adding orange zest and juice to the dough will give them a refreshing citrus flavor, which is especially good...