Mediterranean Spinach & Egg Pie
Creamy spinach and eggs are a classic, well-loved pairing. This pie brings them together in a crispy, flaky puff pastry crust, with the addition of grated cheese for extra richness...
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Mini Shrimp & Bacon Quiches
What says more French patisserie than a quiche?! There are so many variations for this delightful bake, however if you are to host a fancier gathering, then a shrimp filling...
Romanian Eggplant Salad (w/ Mayonnaise)
This eggplant salad, locally known as salata de vinete, is arguably one of the best Romanian dishes and certainly one of the most popular appetizers. If you haven’t tried this...
Baked Salmon Meatballs
What do you do with a stray salmon fillet you find in the fridge? I stumbled upon one recently, and with a few carefully chosen ingredients, shaped it into balls,...
Mushrooms à la Crème
This is a classic French dish featuring sautéed mushrooms featuring sautéed mushrooms in a velvety sauce of cream, white wine, mustard, and fragrant thyme. Served atop toasted bread, it’s an...
Prosciutto-Wrapped Pear & Cheese Rolls
Chef Giorgos Tsoulis offers a uniquely flavorful and super easy appetizer for your Christmas table, but it’s also perfect for New Year’s Eve and virtually any other celebration. These prosciutto...
Homemade Blue Cheese Mini Pretzels
Are you ready to give your much-loved pretzels a modern twist? If so, let’s make them with blue cheese! They’re also delicious with Brie, Camembert, or Roquefort and make a...
Crispy Baked Eggplant w/ Yogurt Garlic Sauce
When I find fresh, ripe eggplants, I can’t resist making a batch of breaded eggplant just like Mum used to. Today, I’m sharing this traditional fried eggplant recipe, but with...
Apple & Sage Sausage Rolls (Air Fryer Friendly)
These apple and sage sausage rolls are a popular food all over Britain (and parts of Australia), and you can find them in stores and restaurants. However, homemade versions taste...
Red Lentil & Mozzarella Croquettes
These are fluffy and crispy red lentil croquettes filled with juicy, delicious mozzarella that melts in your mouth! This is a wonderful recipe idea by Chef Giorgios Tsoulis, combining the...
Sun-Dried Tomato & Pumpkin Biscuit Rolls
Pumpkin features everywhere during fall, so why not in biscuits?! These rolls are delicious to have for breakfast, but they can easily accompany a hearty creamy fall vegetable soup. Either...
Kohlrabi Fritters with Mango Lime Sauce
Kohlrabi, also called German turnip, tends to be a forgotten fall vegetable. But, in the right flavor combinations, it can be a star! In addition, kohlrabi is very healthy –...
Zucchini Bread with Garlic Labneh
This zucchini bread has a dense texture but it is light and packed full of flavor. Alongside garlic labneh, it makes a great meal starter. Enjoy! Related: Easy Zucchini QuicheRelated:Â Creamy...
Air Fryer Parmesan & Garlic Mayo Corn on the Cob
Aromatic and juicy corn on the cob with parmesan and garlic mayo topped with hot sauce, lime and fresh coriander. You’ve never tried corn like this before! This recipe by...
Chickpea Fritters with Spicy Sauce
Crispy chickpea fritters, packed with flavor, served with a spicy sauce that elevates the taste! A perfect appetizer, or light lunch, that combines tradition with a touch of bold flavor....
Parmesan Thyme Shortbread w/ Feta Dip & Cranberry Sauce
These parmesan thyme shortbread cookies with a creamy feta cheese dip, topped with cranberry sauce, are a perfect party amuse-bouche or holiday starter. The salty, sweet, tangy flavor with the...
Ginger Beetroot Muffins w/ Maple Glaze
Beetroot loves ginger and ginger loves beetroot! Adding freshly grated uncooked beetroot to these muffins ensures an earthy, sweet flavor, despite the bright red fading. These ginger beet muffins are...
Canned Tuna Meatballs
Canned tuna is more versatile than just being used in pasta or sandwiches. You can, for instance, make these delicious tuna meatballs that go well with creamy mashed potatoes, mashed...
Chicken Schnitzels
The original Wiener schnitzels are made with veal, but chicken has overtaken veal and pork as Europe’s favorite meat and chicken schnitzels are just as popular—if not more so—than the...
Halloween Pizza Dip
This is a monstrously delicious pizza dip, perfect for Halloween! With rich layers of melted cheese and ranch sauce, this dip will steal the spotlight at your Halloween party! Dip,...
Oven-baked Potato Cheese Balls
We always end up with some mashed potato leftovers. But that’s not necessarily an issue, because that’s how this delicious potato cheese balls recipe came about—super soft, fluffy, with melted...
Whipped Feta Cheese with Greens
If you like feta cheese, you’ll love this creamy version with fresh greens, which is extremely easy to make in just 2-3 minutes. While it keeps well in the fridge,...
Crispy, Cheesy Potato Fritters
This crispy potato and cheese fritters recipe is inspired by a traditional Romanian recipe called tocinei, which are a part of every Romanian’s childhood. They are a round and crispy...
Oven-baked Breaded Olives
What’s your favorite snack? I just discovered my favorite one: baked breaded olives. They’re so good they’re addictive, really. Soft and juicy on the inside, these oven-baked breaded olives have...