Culinary recipes

Spice up your lunch by making meat muffins (or ground beef muffins) for your main course instead of the usual cutlets. Because they're baked in their own tin, the ground beef stays perfectly juicy. And the cheddar cheese and sauce...

A Reuben is a type of American hot sandwich made with beef and sauerkraut. It was supposedly named after Omaha, Nebraska resident Reuben Kulakofsky, who invented it and...

This classic burger gets a special twist in the final cooking steps with the addition of Huntsman cheese, which melts and coats the juicy beef patty. This recipe is also suitable for the grill.

Translated from the Italian dialect, the name of the Roman dish "cacio e pepe" means "cheese and pepper." Based on this, it's not hard to guess what the main ingredients are. Adding water,...

Endive, or chicory, and kale are good sources of vitamins and other nutrients (vitamins A and K, folate, and fiber). This dish is perfect served with meat or poultry,...

It's hard to resist the bright orange crust of this bread, studded with white sesame seeds and light green pumpkin seeds. Plus, it's not only visually appealing, it's also delicious. If needed...

Spanakopita is one of the many variations of Greek savory pies (pita) filled with spinach (spanaki). Roasted garlic imparts a delicious aroma, and...

Souvlaki is a popular Greek fast food consisting of grilled pieces of meat on skewers. This is what the dish is called in Macedonia and other regions of northern Greece. Meanwhile, in the south of the country, in...

This delicious and filling pancake can be cut into 4 pieces if you want to serve it as a standalone dish. Or, divide it into any other convenient number of pieces and...

Having a large cheesecake leftover in the fridge that everyone is tired of finishing might not be the most common occurrence. If this does happen, there's a foolproof way to give...

These pancakes are a unique take on the famous pineapple upside-down breakfast cake. Just their appearance alone makes this dish a great mood-lifter...

The crisp, golden cheese crust on the croutons is just one of the details that makes this dish so appealing. It's best to use slightly stale bread, as it won't absorb too much...

This colorful wrap sandwich with autumn bounty is reminiscent of a cornucopia. It looks stunning on the plate, and its flavor justifies the many steps required to prepare it. Similar...

Pasta lovers can discover a new way to enjoy pasta. A crisp, light snack that's hard to stop eating—all of this can now be...

Add variety to your picnic menu by grilling glazed pineapple. This unusual presentation makes it both a side dish for a meat dish and a light dessert that will...

This hearty potato salad will take on a more interesting and vibrant flavor if you grill the potatoes first. Besides its unusual flavor, this salad is light because it doesn't contain...

Kansas City, USA, is considered the barbecue capital. It's known not only for its vast number of barbecue restaurants and hosting some of the largest barbecue festivals and competitions, but also for its special...

Spain is considered the birthplace of flan, or caramel pudding, from where it spread to other countries and became one of the most popular and beloved desserts. This delicate, creamy pudding is made with...

The "Three Milks" cake is a delicate sponge cake soaked in three types of milk: sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened concentrated milk, and cream. The original idea was to soak the sponge cake...

Churros are fluffy, fried doughnuts made from choux pastry. Although they are considered to have originated in Spain and Portugal, churros are prepared in virtually all Spanish-speaking countries. Mexican...

Moussaka is traditionally prepared in many countries of the Middle East and the Balkans. However, recipes vary across different regions. Greek moussaka is a three-layer casserole:...

Because this relish is uncooked, it preserves all the beneficial properties of orange and cranberry. Serve this vitamin-rich sauce with meat or poultry, enhancing the dish's flavor and...

Cranberry sauce is traditionally served with turkey at Thanksgiving in the US and at Christmas in the UK. But despite its sweet and tart flavor, it pairs well with almost any type of meat or poultry...

This sauce doesn't take much time to prepare, but it looks beautiful and impressive on the holiday table. Serve it with meat dishes or salads. Use it in baked goods. The tart cranberries and delicate...

Make a no-cook cranberry relish. Simply combine cranberries, pear, and orange with sugar and serve. It can be used as a sauce for meat dishes or as a jam spread...

Béchamel, also known as white sauce, was invented in the 17th century during the reign of King Louis XIV and is one of the staple sauces of French cuisine. According to the classic recipe...

Babaganoush is a traditional Syrian, Lebanese, and Palestinian dish made from eggplant, seasoned with oil, spices, and tahini (a sesame paste). Translated from Arabic, it can have two meanings...

Barbecue sauce goes perfectly with all meat dishes. It pairs especially well with char-grilled meat, adding a richer and more interesting flavor. Marinate the meat in barbecue sauce, or spread it on...

Manicotti are Italian pasta rolls shaped like wide tubes, stuffed with various cheese or meat fillings and baked with sauce. This...

Make an Italian-style burger by sandwiching all the pizza toppings between two bun halves. Tomatoes and cheese added to the ground meat make the burger patty incredibly juicy and tender.

Chili con carne, or simply chili, is a Mexican dish that translates from Spanish as "chili with meat." Although the dish's main ingredients are chili peppers and meat, Mexicans also...

Meatloaf, or meatloaf, is traditionally made with ground meat, breadcrumbs, and vegetables like onions, celery, and carrots. But try adding apples, cranberries, and cheese to spice things up.

This cheese-crusted chicken recipe is very simple and quick to prepare, yet it still looks quite elegant and festive. Make a note of it for when your guests...

Spicy chicken has become a hallmark of the American city of Nashville, Tennessee, thanks to an anecdotal incident that happened to the owner of one of the local restaurants early last year.

Chutney is a vegetable or fruit sauce native to Indian cuisine. It's intended to add variety and complement the flavor of the dish it's served with. Cranberry-citrus chutney can be used...

Bright, fresh, juicy, and delicious, strawberries will make any dessert exceptional. Their aroma will infuse shortcrust pastry with a hint of summer and sunshine. They pair beautifully with whipped cream, which...

Lamb is very tender and, one might say, dietary. It has a delicate flavor and aroma. And grilled lamb loin is very piquant and appetizing. Rosemary and garlic...

Turkey meat is tasty and low in calories, with a low fat content. It's considered the most dietary meat. Meatballs made from this meat are light and delicious. Seasoning...

Pork pairs beautifully with juicy fruits, like peaches. Grilled pork tenderloin is incredibly delicious. Rosemary adds even more flavor, and mustard...

Pan-fried pork with bell peppers is a juicy, aromatic, and delicious dish. It's filled with the aroma and piquancy of garlic, the unique flavor of pepperoncini, the spice of sage, and a special combination of...

Spaghetti originated in Naples, and Antonio Viviani gave it its name. The Italian word "spaghetti" refers only to a specific type of Italian pasta. Previously, spaghetti was 50...

Italian pasta salad is rarely dressed with mayonnaise or sour cream. Italians typically use olive oil, various types of vinegar, and spices as dressings. These impart...

These crispy and sweet cookies are perfect with tea or a glass of milk. Treat yourself and your loved ones with this easy molasses cookie recipe. Just remember, sweets are best enjoyed in moderation, although...

Oreo cookies are famous in almost every corner of the world. And what could be better than an Oreo cake? Sweet tooths of all ages won't be able to resist a slice of this delicate dessert. The top...

American families celebrate Thanksgiving, and turkey is a must-have on the traditional holiday table. Of course, it's a whole roast turkey stuffed with bread and dried fruit,...

What Italian dish alone can fill the menu of an entire restaurant or food delivery service? Pizza, of course. The endless variety of toppings and sauces and ease of preparation have made it...

Meatloaf is a traditional Bavarian dish known in English as "meatloaf." It's easy to prepare and looks quite unique when served. And of course, it's served with sweet potatoes, which are perfect...

If you have a grill, you can treat yourself to homemade smoked wings. Fragrant and crispy, they're perfect for summer get-togethers...

Traditional cordon bleu is made with veal, but it's no less tender and sophisticated when made with chicken breast. In this recipe, chicken breasts are stuffed with ham and cheese and then fried in...

Chinese sweet and sour sauce is incredibly versatile for both meat and vegetables. It combines sweet, spicy, sour, and salty flavors to enhance the flavor of virtually any dish. In...