Culinary recipes

Transform ordinary beets into a sophisticated appetizer with a fun yogurt and balsamic vinegar dressing. Microwave the beets to save time, slice them,...

A simple and refreshing vitamin-packed salad that perfectly combines the tart flavors of arugula and watercress with the sparkling aroma of oranges. You can use either salad alone, or combine both...

We have a great way to add a more interesting and vibrant flavor to green beans without adding tons of calories. Combine cooked green beans with fried shallots and mushrooms. The more...

Even a simple vegetable like cauliflower becomes much more appetizing when prepared in an unusual way – as steaks. To do this, carefully slice the head of cabbage lengthwise into even pieces.

A recipe for those who love the crunch of chips but want them to be as healthy as possible. These chips are made with green beans and baked in the oven instead of frying. The result is...

There's a super simple way to liven up the flavor of blanched green beans and turn them into a delicious side dish. Sprinkle the cooked beans with gremolata—an Italian condiment made with fresh parsley, garlic, and...

This dietary spinach dish can rightfully be considered a superfood, as it contains only healthy ingredients, packed with vitamins and microelements, and unprocessed.

To give couscous a rich, intriguing flavor, steam it in chicken broth along with shallots sautéed in butter. Before serving, toss with small black raisins and toasted pine nuts...

Spelt salads are a common dish in Italian, and especially in regional Mediterranean cuisine, and can be enjoyed at a home-style trattoria. They are very nutritious, filling, and can be served as...

This vitamin-rich salad includes three types of peas: sugar snap peas, snow peas, and regular green peas. Sugar snap peas and snow peas have such tender pods that they're eaten whole, so...

With this recipe, you can easily transform cauliflower into an easily digestible, low-calorie, and low-carb side dish that can replace rice or any other grain. This vegetable rice...

Although Hasselback-style baking is most often used with potatoes, the same effect can be achieved with sweet potatoes. The potato is often cut into many deep, frequent slits, resembling...

Although quinoa gained popularity among healthy eaters only in the 21st century, it has been known for centuries and was part of the diet of South American Indians. Unlike other grains...

You can make a delicious Asian stir-fry ramen using inexpensive instant noodles. A wild mushroom blend imparts a wonderful natural aroma and flavor to the noodles. You can...

Carrot relish is a cross between a sauce and a jam, with hints of vegetable flavor. The natural sweetness of carrots, enhanced by sugar, contrasts beautifully with the citrus notes...

These turnovers—half-moon filled pastries—can be eaten instead of bread with hot dishes or taken on the go as a snack. They're delicious, cheesy, and, most importantly, quite easy to make. You don't have to...

Beans in balsamic vinaigrette acquire a rich and deep flavor, as if you've simmered them for hours instead of 20 minutes. To make this recipe, use canned beans and...

This broccoli side dish with a delicious cheese crust will satisfy even those who consider themselves broccoli-haters. The mixture of grated sharp cheddar, breadcrumbs, green onions, and...

A filling and delicious Mexican burrito can be made for breakfast, dinner, or a hearty snack. Since burritos are fast food, almost all the ingredients can be pre-made...

Stuffed potatoes, or "crumbs," can be used as an edible base for shepherd's pie. The classic Shepherd's Pie recipe features vegetables stewed with ground meat, topped with...

To make these sandwiches, you'll need long buns about 15 cm long. Cut them in half and toast them until golden brown, then spread with mayonnaise sauce and fill...

Leftover grilled chicken makes a delicious, quick, and healthy soup. Its spicy flavor and aroma give the soup a unique taste. And it's quite easy to prepare...

For this simple casserole, use hollow pasta. Pasta tubes can come in different sizes, but they need to hold enough sauce to keep the casserole moist and not...

The flavor and aroma of this hearty dish will be enhanced by the spice blend when you add smoked andouille sausage. Fry the chicken with it until golden brown, then add the potatoes and okra, and pour...

Chili is a bean and ground meat dish. It can also be used as a pasta dressing. Make a low-calorie dinner with spaghetti and Mexican chili sauce made from...

This thick and rich pork shoulder soup with rice noodles and bok choy is made in a slow cooker, where all the flavors meld together over a long, low heat and...

Italian tortellini pasta, similar to small dumplings with various fillings, can be used to make not only a delicious main course but also a hearty soup with an interesting combination of flavors and textures.

Salisbury steak, named after the American physician James Salisbury who invented it, is a treat for everyone. After all, it's simply an imitation of beef steak, shaped like a large patty. But...

Sirloin steak is an inexpensive and delicious cut of beef that can be included even in everyday meals. This cut comes from the loin, so it's low in fat and slightly tougher than other cuts...

The easiest way to cook an Asian-style dish is to stir-fry vegetables and meat using the stir-fry technique, where the main ingredients are cut into thin strips and quickly fried with spices in...

In addition to broccoli, the main ingredient in this soup, it also includes potatoes. They add a richer yet creamier texture to the soup. Boil the potatoes in chicken broth with...

Salisbury steak is a counterfeit steak, but unlike premium cuts of beef, it's affordable for almost everyone. Despite its status as a counterfeit steak, Salisbury steak...

Pan-fry a beef steak and serve it with potatoes and a blue cheese topping. Your dish will look even more interesting if you serve the potatoes whole. For...

Pumpkin is a great alternative to traditional potatoes as a side dish for pork. Pumpkin is just as filling and nutritious, but much healthier. Plus, its naturally sweet flavor will be a nice addition...

Orzo pasta is a small pasta made from rice or wheat. Cook it in a cheese sauce and serve with oven-baked mushrooms. For this dish, don't boil the pasta separately, but...

This dish is prepared using a tri-tip steak cut from the steer thigh muscle. While this cut isn't considered a premium one, it's no less delicious and tender, with a rich...

Chicken curry is an Asian dish with a complex, interesting aroma and amazing flavor that's incredibly easy to make at home. Place all ingredients in a slow cooker, cover, and set...

The secret to the amazing flavor of these natural pork cutlets lies in the Asian marinade, which also doubles as a serving sauce. Make a marinade using orange juice and...

A first course that's thicker and more filling than a soup is "Stup," but lighter than a stew or ragout. It takes no more than half an hour to prepare and only dirty one pot, which is also...

The fluffy pancake, also known as a Dutch baby pancake in the US, is quite different from traditional pancakes. Firstly, it's more reminiscent of a pie or Yorkshire pie...

This casserole is made similar to French toast, with the slices soaked in an egg mixture and then pan-fried. It's just as delicious, but even healthier, because...

This flourless frittata is bursting with the juiciness and freshness of early greens. If desired, make it heartier by adding a little grated cheese. The asparagus is pre-seasoned...

Looking at this delicious pasta casserole with chicken sausage and sweet peppers, covered with a crispy cheese crust, you can just imagine how it languished in the oven, where all the...

If you have sweet potatoes for breakfast, you're guaranteed a filling and satisfying breakfast, even without bread or cereal. Sweet potatoes are healthier than potatoes, and their sweet flavor pairs beautifully with meat, making them ideal...

Make porridge from a mix of whole grains and cereals to get the best and healthiest breakfast possible. In the evening, combine any unprocessed rice, steel-cut oats, pearl barley, and...