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This simple holiday beef recipe is a must-have for anyone who doesn't have the time to cook but still dreams of delighting their guests with a royal dinner. The meat turns out incredibly juicy and tender, with a beautifully spiced crust. read more

The popular jalapeño popper appetizer with cream cheese is ready for Halloween! Wrap each stuffed pepper in a strip of dough, reminiscent of mummy bandages, and then bake in the oven. Remove the outer layers from the jalapeño halves. read more

Spook your Halloween party guests with a tray of creepy googly eyes. These are actually delicious mushrooms stuffed with garlic cream cheese and garnished with sun-dried tomato strips and olives. To make the "eyes"... read more

These big, juicy burgers taste just like pizza. The thick patty is topped with red onions, pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, and lots of melty cheese, all served on buns slathered in tomato sauce. read more

• Baguette cubes
• Vinaigrette dressing
• Salad

The classic Italian panzanella salad is made with bread cubes and sweet tomatoes, drenched in a tart vinaigrette. Sunny Anderson decided to add more flavor and color by adding fresh spinach. And pickled jalapeños... read more

This recipe is a great way to use up leftovers the day after the holiday. It features Thanksgiving staples: turkey, roasted pumpkin, and Brussels sprouts, along with plenty of cheese. Ingredients are listed below: read more

Roasted cherry tomatoes, brined Kalamata olives, fresh rosemary, and a combination of Fontina and Emmental add brightness and flavor to this mouthwatering Mediterranean dish. Baked over a layer of toasted breadcrumbs, it's just as... read more

Ree Drummond makes this hearty dish with leftovers from Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners. Spaghetti is mixed with mushrooms, turkey, cheese, and bacon and baked to perfection. This recipe is easy to adapt to whatever you have on hand. read more

• Filling
• Capon

A bird baked with a stuffed cavity is the perfect solution for a holiday table: firstly, it's minimal hassle, and secondly, the main course and side dish are ready at the same time. This recipe features a quinoa filling with dried fruit, pistachios, and olives. read more

A perfect appetizer for a house party. Three pizza-flavored dips are made on one baking sheet, ensuring every guest will be satisfied. The dips are baked inside the pizza crust. Try these options: read more

If you have a jar of canned white beans, pesto, olives, and canned roasted peppers in your pantry, you can whip up a hearty, flavorful bean soup filled with Italian flavors anytime. This recipe features... read more

Despite its convoluted name, stromboli is a pizza rolled into a roll. The preparation method is very simple: all the ingredients are placed on a rolled pizza dough, which is then rolled into a roll and placed in the oven. Try it - read more

• Salad
• Pizza

White pizza and antipasto salad are two popular dishes in Italian pizzerias, and they come together in this recipe. Grilling gives the pizza crust a smoky flavor, and you don't have to heat up the oven—very convenient in the summer! If you have... read more

This traditional Italian pizza has something for everyone. It's divided into four sides: prosciutto, artichoke, mushroom, and olive. It's the perfect treat for a group with varying preferences, or when you want it all. read more

Make a juicy tuna burger that will evoke the flavors of the French countryside. Olives, fresh cucumbers, basil, and sun-dried tomatoes—all ingredients perfectly complement the tuna patty. Serve on whole-grain buns. read more

The flavors of this salad will transport you to the south of France. Classic ratatouille vegetables are grilled, tossed with a vinaigrette, and served with toasted baguette and warm goat cheese. You'll want to make it all summer long! read more

"This simple salad is easy to make for lunch or dinner. What I love about it is that it's super healthy, but because it has so many different textures and flavors, it's filling," shares Giada De Laurentiis. "Bulked with beans, read more

• Enchilada
• For serving

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 is crucial to the enchilada's flavor. In his read more

Make this delicious pasta salad with broccoli, green peas, ham, salami, and provolone cheese in a herby mayo dressing that's perfect for picnics and summer in general. read more

With a few simple tricks, classic cheese balls can be transformed into a festive appetizer—an adorable snowman to serve to guests while they wait for the main course. Use the tip of a thin carrot for the nose, and black buttons and eyes for the buttons. read more

This Moroccan-style dish takes just half an hour to prepare and is perfect for both special occasions and everyday meals. The beef steak is rubbed with the Moroccan spice blend ras el hanout, pan-fried, and served with a quick onion and black pepper sauce. read more

Have you ever made a fantastic, easy gluten-free pizza dough? Probably not. Meet these mini pizzas with hashbrown crusts! They're completely gluten-free and ready from start to finish in just 45 minutes. The pizzas turn out... read more

A full-size stromboli is a pizza baked like a roll, but these miniature versions are perfect as appetizers. Savory and cheesy, they'll be a hit at a house party. Fill store-bought dough pieces with your favorite toppings: read more

This Mediterranean-style salad, filled with juicy vegetables and crispy croutons, is the perfect appetizer for any meal. It's quick to make with lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, croutons, pickled peppers, and olives, and the light, read more

• Potato peels
• Toppings

The traditional chips in these nachos are replaced by equally delicious baked potato skins—or, more precisely, sweet potato skins. Their natural sweetness pairs beautifully with a topping of fried, spiced ground beef, fresh radishes, and avocado. read more

• Cheese sticks and dip base
• Supplements

For appetizers at a house party, make three simple dips with popular pizza flavors. For all three, make the same tomato and pepperoni sauce base, then add different toppings to each version. The first dip will be artichoke dip. read more

Dipping crispy toasted baguette slices into this rich dipping sauce feels like eating real pizza! That's because the sauce is made with ingredients found in traditional pizza. A viscous tomato sauce with sweet peppers, olives, Parmesan, and savory... read more

Looking for new dipping ideas for your next house party appetizer? Try this healthy, low-calorie option with a Greek salad twist! Traditional salad ingredients—finely chopped tomatoes, black olives, red onion, and mint—are included. read more

Treat the kids after school with delicious shark-shaped quesadillas. Follow this step-by-step recipe and assemble them easily using shredded cheese, wheat tortillas, black olives for the eyes, and roasted peppers for the mouths. Serve the tortillas hot so they can be... read more

This Sicilian chicken recipe is one of those that requires minimal effort and still produces a top-notch dish. Chicken thighs are roasted in the oven at maximum temperature on a bed of red onion, dried chili peppers, and black pepper. read more

Light and easy to prepare, yet so impressive, this salad is a perfect summer treat. The juiciness of the fresh ingredients and the complex flavors, combining salty, sweet, and tart, are what make it so special. read more

Instead of traditional corn chips, these nachos are made with sweet potato waffle fries. Spread them out evenly on a baking sheet, top with chili con carne (or just chili), sprinkle with cheese, and bake until the cheese is melted. read more

Stuffed peppers are a comfort food classic. This lighter version stuffs the peppers with a juicy salad, yet still retains everything we love about it: tender vegetables, delicious cheese, and a kitchen-filling aroma. These peppers with - read more

Panelle are simple Sicilian fried pancakes made from chickpea flour. They're a popular street food and are served in a sesame seed bun or as a standalone appetizer, as in this recipe. Fry the pancakes using a mixture of chickpea flour and mashed - read more

Angel hair pasta is cooked in a wonderful Italian sauce called "Puttanesca." For this dish, you'll mostly need only shelf-stable ingredients: canned tomatoes, anchovies, capers, olives, spices, Parmesan, and garlic. So... read more

For this recipe, Ellie Krieger used sea bass fillet, but you can fry any firm-fleshed white fish. With its mild, almost neutral flavor, white fish makes an excellent base for a vibrant vegetable sauce made with tomatoes, olives, and... read more

• Tomatoes and olives
• Wonderful mushrooms
• Marinated mozzarella
• Baked asparagus

Looking for a fun treat for a friendly get-together? While you're waiting for the chimes to strike midnight, offer your guests bruschetta (toasted slices of bread with various toppings), but let them assemble their own appetizers and set up a bruschetta bar on the table. Ri - read more

This light, healthy, and refreshing grapefruit salad makes a wonderful side dish for fish or grilled meat. The juicy fruit pairs beautifully with red and green onions, fragrant basil, and black olives. The salad is dressed with... read more

Italian pasta "Puttanesca" is macaroni in an incredibly delicious and aromatic sauce made from pureed tomatoes with olives, capers, garlic, and dried herbs. It's prepared quickly using canned and shelf-stable ingredients, which is why it has become so popular. read more

Want to make breakfast special and get your kids excited about it? Then serve scrambled eggs and vegetables in a crispy taco shape. It's delicious, healthy, and fun. Older kids can make this breakfast themselves. Besides scrambled eggs, read more

If you're expecting guests for dinner while the meat is in the oven, serve antipasto. This is an Italian-style appetizer that's traditionally served before the main course. Guests usually love having a large selection of small delicacies in front of them. The main focus is read more

• Paste
• Bitter Greens Salad

Pasta "Puttanesca" got its name in honor of the workers of Italian brothels, who did not spend much time on cooking and used what was most often in the refrigerator, namely spaghetti, anchovies, olives, tomatoes, capers and - read more

Spring is artichoke season, and delicious dishes featuring them are a welcome addition. This penne pasta recipe is made with fresh, small artichokes, and below you'll find detailed instructions on how to clean and prepare them for cooking. Artichokes are simmered in small quantities. read more

For this appetizer, it's best to use different varieties of black and green olives with pits, such as Cerignola, Manzanilla, or Arbequina. Mix them with spices, marinate them in sherry vinegar, and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least... read more

• Antipasti
• Sauce

Antipasto alla Calabrese is an Italian appetizer traditionally served with a slice of bread before the main course. It consists of a mixture of fresh and marinated vegetables, tossed in a spicy tomato sauce with tuna. Due to its large size, read more

A simple recipe for a delicious and healthy Mediterranean pasta. To prepare it, capellini (or "angel hair") pasta is boiled and mixed with raw salsa, also known as "salsa cruda." This sauce is made from finely chopped ripe summer tomatoes. read more

Any appetizer is more fun to eat when it's skewered. Children will especially enjoy this snack, as you can even make interesting skewers for a kid's lunchbox. The main ingredient for this appetizer is tortelloni pasta with cheese (or smaller ones - read more

This sauté involves sautéing asparagus with garlic in a small amount of oil, stirring frequently, for a short time. This results in a delicious, vibrant green color, softening slightly while maintaining its crisp, juicy texture. read more

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 and filling, and can be served as a side dish to meat or as a main course. read more

Olives in a bowl are a casual appetizer that graces any holiday table and pairs well with many alcoholic beverages. If olives are a regular feature on your table, consider preparing and serving them in a more interesting way than simply scattered on the table. read more

• Leaf lettuce
• Vinaigrette dressing

This light and refreshing restaurant-quality salad makes a delicious appetizer for any family celebration. Combine spinach or arugula with sweet navel orange slices and fried olives, then dress with an orange-infused vinaigrette. read more

This dish could easily be considered a healthy dinner. But healthy in this case doesn't necessarily mean boring or tasteless. On the contrary, the fish's flavor is beautifully complemented by the spiciness and bitterness of the watercress and the sweetness of the juicy oranges. And how beautiful— read more

• Peppers
• Eggplants
• Filling
• Topping

The amazing taste and beautiful appearance of Fungetto (Italian for mushroom) sets this dish apart from others. Stuffed peppers are a favorite dish in many countries, resulting in a wide variety of home cooking options. Peppers with vegetable filling - read more

A delicious and healthy salad that you can experiment with by adding and substituting ingredients. For example, adding some cooked corn kernels would be a good idea. However, in its original form, it's incredibly good: easy to prepare, with a fresh flavor. read more

An incredibly delicious and healthy salad of olives, capers, and tomatoes in a fragrant dressing that's impossible not to fall in love with. Although each ingredient has its own distinct flavor and aroma, they don't compete with each other in the salad, but rather blend perfectly. read more

These vegetarian cutlets are incredibly tasty and look like meat-based ones. Even meat-eaters looking for a change of pace will appreciate them. This recipe is also worth considering for those fasting and in need of... read more

Moroccan cuisine is always rich with herbs, spices, and seasonings, creating a warm, vibrant, and unforgettable flavor. To give juicy grouper an oriental flair, grill it—it preserves its juices better and— read more

Canned tuna has long been the perfect ingredient for light, nutritious, and healthy salads. To avoid the hassle of trying to find a filling and delicious dinner, prepare a quick salad with Italian pasta, tuna, canned beans, and celery. read more

Incredibly easy to prepare, these shrimp skewers will transport you to the warm, summery shores of the Mediterranean. The secret lies in the combination of ingredients and the sauce made with Greek yogurt and olives. Serve the shrimp with a salad or a side dish. read more

A stunning summer Italian salad, Panzanella, consists of pieces of stale bread, ripe, juicy vegetables, and dressing. Traditionally, Panzanella in Italy was made only with onions, dressed with oil and vinegar, and served on toasted bread. But in - read more

The birthplace of this summer salad is considered to be the city of Nice in southeastern France. This dish from the Côte d'Azur became popular worldwide in the early 20th century. For decades, debate has raged over whether boiled vegetables can be included in the dish. read more

A vegetarian version of a traditional Spanish dish—rice, cauliflower, mushrooms, olives, and roasted red peppers. The rice in this delicious paella is cooked with white wine and herbs and is sure to please vegetable lovers. read more

• Mutton
• Horiatiki salad

Tender, delicious lamb marinated in olive oil with oregano and grilled, served on crispy Greek pita bread with a Greek salad of fresh vegetables and feta cheese. A delicious dish that can be... read more

To make quick homemade pizza, use ready-made frozen pizza crusts. read more

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Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

• Portuguese sauce:
• Creole Spice Mix:

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• Meatballs
• Creole spice mix
• Spicy Portuguese Dipping Sauce

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• For the sauce:

Silver hake, also known as whiting in some regions, is a worthy member of the cod family, which legally includes only cod, haddock, pollock, and hake. This tasty fish is lean, with flaky flesh, and is very... read more

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Detailed recipe with photos.

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Guzaria are Greek tapas: a collection of small dishes that can be used as a snack or as a complement to a main meal. In Athens, people used to gather in small bars at the end of a hard day to find conversationalists, discuss the day, and share... read more

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• For the vinaigrette sauce:

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• Filling:
• Pizza dough:

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Even if your pantry is nearly bare, you'll likely have the ingredients to make these simple flatbreads. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes and vinegar gives this bean pâté a savory simplicity that pairs perfectly with a salad of... read more

• Vinaigrette sauce with olives:

With a wide variety of carefully selected ingredients and flavors, this hearty salad can replace a full meal. read more

• Quinoa Salad:
• Vinaigrette sauce:

Quinoa is a kind of base to which you can add your favorite ingredients and combinations, and dress it with a vinaigrette. That's exactly how Bobby Flay makes his magnificent salad: adding grilled asparagus, fresh thyme, and creamy goat's milk. read more

Super-healthy thanks to its pearly couscous, Ina Garten's tuna salad (and no mayo!) boasts the fresh flavor of capers, lemon, and olives. read more

• Waffles:
• Pizza base:
• Pizza sauce:
• Cabbage chips:

Waffles are now more than just for breakfast, as Damaris Phillips' recipe features waffles served as pizza with sun-dried tomatoes and traditional toppings like homemade tomato sauce, gooey cheese, and fresh vegetables. read more

Delicious sandwiches with tender tuna meat sautéed in herbed olive oil. read more

Greek-style lamb recipe. Natural lamb cutlets on the bone are baked in wine with olives, tomatoes, and herbs. read more

• For bruschetta:
• For the chili sauce (salad dressing):

A fish appetizer recipe served on slices of fried bread. Layered alternately with roasted chili peppers, pan-seared trout, hot chili sauce, olives, and fresh parsley. read more

A delicious appetizer recipe of scallops wrapped in Parma ham. read more

A festive salad with mayonnaise, consisting of boiled chicken liver with tomatoes and olives. read more

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Detailed recipe with photos.

• Caesar salad
• Crab cakes
• Focaccia rusks
• White fish sauce

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.