Butter

• Muffins
• Glaze

Banana gives these muffins not only a tender and moist texture, but also a wonderful aroma that will keep you hungry while they're still in the oven. They're quite easy and quick to make, and to give them a more festive look, garnish them with read more

Unlike its Italian and Swiss cousins, French buttercream is made with egg yolks beaten in a double boiler. Hot sugar syrup is then stirred into the beaten yolks, and then butter is added to the cooled mixture. read more

Italian meringue buttercream isn't the easiest to make, but if you follow the recipe exactly, you'll get it light and airy the first time, perfect for filling and decorating cakes and cupcakes. read more

This buttercream is made by whisking butter into Swiss meringue—egg whites and sugar whipped together in a double boiler. It's delicious, has a pleasantly silky texture, and, importantly, holds its shape well when decorated. With it... read more

With chocolate buttercream, you can bring all your confectionery fantasies to life when making cakes and cupcakes. It's perfect for filling, icing, and decorating. Whatever tip you use with this buttercream, the decor is... read more

American buttercream is one of the easiest to make. It consists of two main ingredients: butter and powdered sugar. To ensure a lump-free buttercream, it's best to sift the powdered sugar. Beat everything with a mixer. For added flavor, add... read more

• Gnocchi
• Brown butter with maple syrup, cinnamon, and sage

Gnocchi are traditional Italian dumplings made with flour, ricotta, and mashed potatoes. But you can make them American-style by substituting sweet potatoes for the regular potatoes. This will give the gnocchi a more interesting sweet-spicy flavor, especially in read more

• Accordion potatoes
• Sour cream with herbs

Even with just potatoes and sour cream, you can make a stunningly delicious and beautiful side dish worthy of a holiday table. These are Hasselback potatoes, which came to us from Sweden. Or, more simply, accordion potatoes, when the whole tubers... read more

• Garlic paste
• Mashed potatoes

A recipe for perfect mashed potatoes, bursting with rich, creamy, garlicky flavor. It takes a little longer to prepare than usual, but the results are worth it. It'll become your signature holiday side dish. You can make it ahead of time. read more

What could be simpler than making mashed potatoes? But in the pre-holiday rush, when you have to cook several dishes at once, every minute counts. In a multicooker, you can boil potatoes for - read more

A sweet potato side dish that will not only grace any holiday table but will also captivate everyone with its unique flavor. Slice the top of a baked sweet potato in its skin and top it with a topping of butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour. read more

This recipe for the perfect potato gratin is perfect for a special occasion side dish. The casserole is delicious and incredibly easy to make. Place the finely diced potatoes in a gratin dish and pour the creamy... read more

Even a simple side dish like mashed potatoes can be prepared in a way that your guests and family will love it more than the main course. After all, the secret to delicious mashed potatoes is their delicate, creamy flavor and perfect creamy consistency. This recipe combines three ingredients: read more

These ear-shaped puff pastries, or palmieres, will grace your table with their striking appearance alone. And their stunning filling of Parmesan cheese, meat, and caramelized onions will surely leave no one indifferent, and they'll disappear in minutes. read more

These crispy and flavorful cheese sticks are made in the form of long cheese crackers. They're a delightful crunch for a snack, a glass of beer or wine, and they're also the perfect appetizer for dipping. To make them, you'll need: read more

A rich cheddar cheese sauce mixed with roasted broccoli makes a delicious dip that goes perfectly with any appetizer. Serve it hot, before the cheese sets, and dip baked potato slices into the dip. read more

Bisque is a thick, creamy crustacean soup popular on the Mediterranean coast. It's made with not only the meat of shrimp, lobster, or crayfish, but also their shells and heads. First, the shells are boiled and the broth is strained. Then, the bisque is simmered separately. read more

Shrimp scampi is an Italian-American dish consisting of shrimp cooked in a sauce made with butter, garlic, dry white wine, and Parmesan cheese. Although shrimp scampi is typically served with pasta or rice, it's equally delicious served with... read more

During the holidays and the abundance of sweets on the table, these cheese cookies are a pleasant alternative to Christmas gingerbread. They go perfectly with a glass of wine or a cup of tea. A mixture of Pecorino and Parmesan cheeses with aromatic rosemary makes these cookies... read more

Prepare a delicious appetizer of pepper steak on a slice of fried potatoes with caramelized onions. Pepper steak, or as it is called in France, steak au poivre, is the most tender filet mignon of beef, pan-fried in butter in - read more

Traditionally, North American sweet potato mash is made with maple syrup, cream, and toasted pecans and baked in a casserole. But you can make it just as delicious in a slow cooker. Boil the sweet potato pieces in cream, butter, and read more

Mac 'n' Cheese is an American dish that, although translated into Russian as macaroni and cheese, is actually something much more delicious. After all, the macaroni isn't simply topped with cheese, but cooked in a delicious cheese sauce with a rich, creamy flavor. read more

Oyster crackers are a popular snack in the northwestern United States. They are small, salty crackers, often hexagonal in shape, served with oyster dishes and chowder. They are also an ingredient in the American dish Cincinnati chili. Despite the name, read more

These cupcakes are made in the style of the famous chocolate cupcakes with a liquid center, only they're not sweet. The cupcakes themselves are baked with cornmeal in ramekins. And their filling is the popular Mexican snack chile con queso (Spanish: chile con - read more

This puff pastry is incredibly easy to make and will serve a crowd. Make the filling by mixing butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. For the puff pastry, you'll need two large sheets of ready-made puff pastry or croissant sheets. Spread one of the sheets with... read more

This enormous quesadilla, flavored with four of America's most popular sandwiches, is the perfect treat for a large group. As the name suggests, this appetizer combines two dishes: a Mexican quesadilla—fried tortillas filled with cheese—and... read more

Stuffed artichokes are a popular dish in many regions. Fresh artichokes are stuffed with various fillings in the spaces between the petals and then steamed or stewed. But if you don't have much time to prepare them, or only have... read more

This shrimp dip recipe is inspired by the seafood dishes traditional in the coastal American city of New Orleans. The dip is literally filled with mouth-watering pieces of shrimp, drowning in a creamy, bbq-flavored cheese sauce. Boil - read more

Caramelized onions add a unique flavor to any dish or appetizer. They're also a great addition to a cheese dip. To soften the onions, give them a pleasant caramel color, and give them a delicious sweet flavor,... read more

Cheese dip with spinach and artichokes is one of the most popular dips in the United States. It's served in diners and restaurants, sold in stores, and made at home. It's a frequent guest at many house parties, where appetizers are a favorite— read more

One of the advantages of a multicooker is the ability to cook several dishes at once. Use it to prepare delicious roasted potatoes with garlic, spinach, and arugula, as well as salmon fillet. For this, you'll need a special accessory: read more

Everything about this potato is perfect: the presentation, the delicious flavor, and the ease of cooking in a slow cooker. Boil large potatoes without peeling them in a slow cooker, then bake them in a very hot oven until they're coated. read more

Amaretto biscotti are Italian dry cookies that pair perfectly with a cup of coffee, adding a wonderful almond aroma. They take a while to make, but they're worth it. They're baked in two stages. First, read more

For this recipe, you'll need large baking apples, such as Golden Delicious, Rum, or Honey Crisp, as they'll be just the right amount of soft after cooking and won't fall apart. Their sweet and tart flavor will be perfect. read more

A slow cooker brownie combines everything that makes this chocolate dessert so beloved: a slightly crispy crust and a luscious, semi-liquid center. Plus, this recipe doesn't take much prep time. read more

Pineapples are one of the most popular ingredients for upside-down pies, because in addition to the amazing taste, the pie also acquires a stunning patterned appearance, whether it be beautifully arranged pineapple rings, or pieces folded neatly - read more

Butter Chicken, literally "chicken in butter," is a popular Indian dish that was spontaneously invented in a Delhi restaurant relatively recently, in the 1950s. Since then, the dish's flavor has gained popularity throughout the north. read more

• Bananas
• Pie

Thanks to the pie's wonderful taste and aroma, you'll want to indulge yourself and those around you with this dessert as often as possible. The ease of preparation in a slow cooker (multicooker) is another reason this recipe will be a hit. read more

The secret to these crispy Belgian waffles is equal parts butter and vegetable shortening, which gives them their delicious crunch. These waffles are the perfect way to start your day and will lift your spirits with their delicious flavor. Serve them with... read more

A simple potato casserole will gain a more interesting flavor and texture when paired with spaghetti squash. The squash needs to be cooked first to easily separate its fibers for the casserole. You can do this by baking it in read more

• Dough
• Filling
• Topping

These snail-shaped buns taste similar to the traditional Greek pie, spanakopita, filled with cheese and spinach, except they're made with yeast dough instead of thin phyllo. The yeast dough takes a bit of time to knead, but... read more

• Dough
• Filling
• Topping

These buns are filled with a popular savory topping made from a mixture of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic flakes, and onion flakes. Mix these ingredients and toast them in the oven. To give the filling a rich texture, first spread it on a rolled-out dough... read more

• Dough
• Filling
• Topping

These yeast buns are filled with duxelles, a concentrated mushroom paste. The filling uses several types of mushrooms, including button mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms. They are chopped and sautéed with onions, spices, and cream in wine until the flavor has evaporated. read more

• Dough
• Filling

Homemade yeast buns filled with ham, cheese, and leeks are perfect for a filling snack, a delicious breakfast, or a substitute for bread for lunch or dinner. The preparation process is quite time-consuming, so plan ahead. read more

A simple and quick recipe that will help you transform yesterday's leftover rice into a truly Cajun dish in just a few minutes. Cajun cuisine is a subset of American cuisine popular in the state of Louisiana. Traditional ingredients in - read more

Make delicious Mexican-American-style tacos by stuffing s'mores, a popular American camping dessert made with melting graham crackers, marshmallows, and milk chocolate, into tortilla tacos. To shape the tortillas into the desired taco shape, use read more

• Cake
• Filling

This cheesecake in the patriotic colors of the national tricolor will be a real hit during the celebration of the national holiday. You can also use other colors of food coloring to make the cheesecake match your theme. read more

• Cupcakes
• Butter cream
• Decor

If you're looking for a unique cake for a children's party or a school tea party, the "Fish School" cake will be a hit. Kids will love it not only for its bright, unique look, but also for its impeccable taste—no child will be swayed by a handful of M&M's. read more

Make a new version of lemon pie. Mix lemon slices with sugar, salt, and lavender, cover, and let sit for 24 hours. The next day, stir in eggs and butter and spread on the crust. read more

Instead of frying green tomatoes, try making a pie with them. Dip tomato slices in a sugar mixture, then layer them with yellow raisins. read more

This American corned beef recipe differs from the traditional method in that the meat is thoroughly brined in a spiced marinade and then boiled. For corned beef, it's best to use the front portion of the brisket. Moreover, from its... read more

Swedish meatballs are made from ground meat mixed with eggs, spices, and breadcrumbs. They're fried and served with a creamy sauce and lingonberry jam. You can make a healthier, no-fry version in a slow cooker. read more

A very popular thin, crispy wafer cookie in America, loved by almost all Americans and not only eaten on its own, but also used in the preparation of their traditional puddings, cheesecakes, and as an ice cream topping. But in - read more

A juicy and crispy appetizer made with chicken wings that are fried at high temperatures in the oven instead of in oil, making them healthier and more delicious. For these chicken lollipops, you'll only need the shoulder portions of the chicken wings, which can be... read more

• Melting cupcakes
• Ganache

Melting chocolate cupcakes aren't just a fondant with a runny center, but a true delight that melts on your tongue with every bite. The main secret of these cupcakes is their lack of flour. Wheat flour in the dough is replaced with a couple of tablespoons of cocoa. read more

This recipe combines two incredibly popular desserts – cake pops and s'mores. Cake pops are a sweet treat originating in the US, consisting of a frosted sponge ball skewered on a stick, while s'mores are something similar – read more

• Cake
• Peach filling

This closed pie with peach filling, cinnamon, and nutmeg is a wonderfully flavorful homemade dessert. The slices of this pie look delicious on a plate, and the peach filling is delicious, but the undoubted highlight of this dessert is... read more

This American banana pudding recipe is made with vanilla wafers drizzled with banana liqueur, topped with banana-vanilla custard, fresh banana slices, and whipped cream. It's quick and easy enough - read more

• Pie
• Filling
• Topping

Crumble is a pie that originated in English cuisine and, translated from English, means "to crumble." It is a pie made of fairly dry dough in the form of crumbs and a fruit or berry filling. In this recipe, the crumble filling is read more

• Pecan crust
• Cheesecake filling
• Blueberry topping

A dessert from renowned American chef and author Virginia Willis, whose recipes feature American Southern and French cuisine, this no-bake blueberry cheesecake is a dessert consisting of a pecan crust with a cream cheese filling made from - read more

Trifle is an English dish popular in Scotland and the United States. It is a dessert made from sponge cake with custard, fruit juice or jelly, and whipped cream. The ingredients are typically layered in a trifle. The most common is read more

Summer Mousse Cheesecake is a no-bake cheesecake recipe. It uses crushed graham crackers instead of a crust, and the filling consists of alternating layers of cream cheese, which has a light, mousse-like consistency, and berry jam. The cheesecake itself is served - read more

• Lime curd (cream)
• Cake
• Topping

Key lime pie is an American dessert made with lime juice, egg yolk, and condensed milk in a pastry shell. It is the official state pie of Florida. The classic pie is made with small, tart Mexican limes, which are... read more

The first recipe for shortbread appears in a 16th-century English cookbook. This dessert is typically made with flour, sugar, baking powder or soda, salt, butter, milk or cream, and sometimes eggs. The dry ingredients are mixed together, read more

S'more is short for "some more," meaning "a little more." This traditional dessert, typically eaten at campfires, is popular in the United States and Canada. It consists of fire-roasted... read more

A popsicle is a cold dessert made with frozen juice or other fruit drinks frozen around a stick. This recipe uses fresh peaches and grills them, giving the dessert a smoky flavor. Ginger syrup - read more

This sugar snap pea and salmon pasta recipe is a great dinner dish for the whole family. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also healthy. Peas, a source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, are very beneficial for... read more

This garlic shrimp pasta from Neely's Bar-B-Que co-owner and TV personality is a perfect dinner after a long day at work – it's super easy to make and doesn't take much prep time. read more

• BBQ butter
• Butter with herbs

If you've never grilled corn on the cob before, you're in luck to have stumbled upon this recipe. It involves grilling the cobs without removing them from the husk. Soak the corn in salted water first, so it doesn't... read more

An easy-to-make Savoy cabbage salad with carrots, ginger, and golden raisins, dressed with mayonnaise. All the ingredients come together perfectly, making this salad incredibly delicious. A recipe from America's most celebrated chef, read more

Pudding is often thought of as a dessert, but this corn and cornbread pudding with green onions, ham, and cheese makes a perfect main course. The garlic, basil, and thyme seasoning in this dish... read more

Shortbread cookies made with a syringe are especially delicious, crumbly, and melting, thanks to the special soft shortbread dough mixed into them. Besides their excellent texture, these cookies also have a beautiful appearance. You can... read more

Canelés are a signature French pastry, considered to have originated in Bordeaux. They're a cross between a cake and a biscuit, but with a completely unique texture. Canelés are baked in special molds shaped like small columns with grooves and... read more

Fill your home with the magical aromas of the East by preparing the traditional Moroccan snack, briouats. These small, crispy pancakes are filled with chicken stewed in spices like saffron, ginger, and cinnamon, and their aroma alone... read more

Briouats are a Moroccan snack filled with a sweet or meaty filling, wrapped in thin dough and fried in oil. Make crispy triangular briouats filled with kefta—ground beef or lamb fried with onions and spices. For - read more

The birthplace of the Dutch Bosche Bollen (Dutch: bossche bollen – Boss balls) is considered to be the small town of 's-Hertogenbosch (or Bos for short), where these pastries are simply called chocolate balls. These are large, tennis-ball-sized profiteroles - read more

• Dough
• Nachika

Swiss birnbrot bread is distinguished from other breads by its generous filling of dried fruit, primarily dried pears, supplemented with other dried fruits, nuts, candied fruits, and aromatic spices. The filling, mixed with - read more

• Dough for donuts
• Filling and toppings for donuts

Berliner doughnuts, or simply Berliners, are made from a sweet yeast dough with the addition of sour milk, eggs, and butter. The dough is cut into circles and fried in a generous amount of oil or fat. The round, golden-brown doughnuts are then - read more

This pudding cannot be confused with other types of pudding; like many English puddings, it is fundamentally different from the creamy mass you eat with a spoon. Legend has it that Bakewell pudding was invented in the small English town of Bakewell, although its history is... read more

A popular cake in Latvia and East Germany, it was first baked in Riga for the Russian Emperor's visit to Latvia. Despite its simple recipe, the cake is incredibly delicious thanks to the harmonious combination of its layers. read more

• Dough
• Filling

These simple, quick, yet delicious vanilla cookies, shaped like the popular yo-yo toy, are baked from shortcrust pastry and then sandwiched with a thick layer of frosting. The cookies are crisp and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, so they should be eaten right away. read more

• Filling
• Dough

These delicious, crispy empanadas are baked from yeast dough with a pumpkin filling. The filling is made by simmering the pumpkin in a sugar syrup made from piloncillo, a type of evaporated unrefined cane sugar that, unlike regular brown sugar, is read more

Like all bread puddings, this one is baked from stale bread, allowing thrifty housewives to give leftover bread a sweeter life and treat their family to a quick dessert. Similar bread puddings are also popular: read more

• Pie
• Topping

The cake of the Magi (Spanish: Rosca de Reyes – Ring of the Magi) is the main treat of the Epiphany, January 6, in all Spanish-speaking countries. Unlike the cakes of the Magi in other Catholic countries, in Spain and Mexico it is always baked in a ring shape and - read more

One of the most vibrant and colorful holidays in Mexico is the Day of the Dead, celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. On these days, it is believed that the souls of the dead come to visit their loved ones, and hospitable Mexicans celebrate this occasion with true celebrations and... read more

Capirotada is a Mexican Easter pudding traditionally baked on Good Friday. It's made by layering stale bread soaked in a spicy syrup with cinnamon and cloves, various dried fruits, nuts, and cheeses in a mold, and then baking. read more

• Piloncillo sugar syrup
• Buñuelo

Mexican buñuelos, unlike the Spanish doughnuts of the same name, are made in the form of thin, crispy flatbreads fried in oil. No Christmas in Mexico is complete without them. Buñuelos are often flavored with anise, added to the dough instead of... read more

The traditional apple charlotte, which has been prepared in Europe since time immemorial, differs significantly from the apple sponge cake popular in the post-Soviet space. First of all, it resembles an apple pudding rather than a pie. A - read more

Polvoron is a popular cookie throughout Spanish-speaking countries. Baked from shortcrust pastry with added nuts, it's incredibly delicious, very nutty, and simply melts in your mouth. In Mexico, it's common to bake polvoron into balls and roll them in... read more

• Dough
• Lemon curd filling

This delightful French lemon tart is so light, summery, and delicate. Its vibrant flavor and aroma simply fill you with a positive mood and energy. To prepare the tart, first bake the crust, then make the lemon curd. read more

• Viennese sponge cake
• Ganache for filling and glaze
• Coffee buttercream
• Coffee syrup and cake assembly

The famous French Opera cake, named after the Paris Opera, has become a classic of French confectionery, even though it's only just over 60 years old. Opera cake is a harmonious combination of almond layers, coffee flavor, read more

• Dough
• Filling

Tourtière is an ancient closed pie originating from the Canadian province of Quebec. Considered a traditional Christmas pastry among all French Canadians, tourtière is popular throughout the country year-round, even beyond... read more

• Dough
• Oil block

The most delicious puff pastry is made with high-quality butter. However, since this process is quite long and painstaking, many housewives prefer to buy ready-made dough, thereby sacrificing quality. read more

• Cake
• Cheesecake

New York cheesecake stands apart from other cheesecakes and has its own distinctive features that make it unmistakable. Firstly, New York cheesecake traditionally consists of three layers: a crust made of crushed cookies, a filling made of - read more

• Pudding
• English cream

Christmas pudding, or plum pudding, is the main holiday treat in Britain. According to Anglican church tradition, preparation always began several weeks before Christmas. The mixing process of the pudding traditionally involves... read more

• Sponge cake
• Streusel and berries

An American buckle (from the English word "buckle" - to bulge) is a pie with berries (less often fruit) embedded in it, covered with a streusel made of flour, sugar, and butter, which, when baked, bulges into an appetizing, crispy crust. Add - read more

• Custard
• Choux pastry
• Profiteroles

Croquembouche (from the French croquer en bouche – crunchy in the mouth) is one of the most prominent examples of French haute cuisine of the early 19th century. The dessert is made in the form of a large cone of filled profiteroles held together with caramel. Traditionally - read more

• Sponge cake
• Mousse

A light, beautiful, and delicious cake made with a creamy filling spread over a sponge base and decorated with fresh strawberries. The distinctive feature of the Frézier cake is its chic design, featuring a strawberry "ornament" around the entire circumference of the cake. read more

• Biscuit (sponge cake)
• Cream and berries

A wonderful summer cake made with a light sponge cake base (no baking powder), topped with a delicious whipped cream and cream cheese frosting and strawberries. Mix fresh strawberries with strawberry jam to make the filling more... read more

• Dough
• Oil block

This puff pastry recipe differs from traditional puff pastry in that it's rolled out in reverse. While the classic French recipe involves wrapping butter in the dough, here the dough is wrapped in butter and rolled out several times. read more