Home Cooking Recipes

Check out our selection of the best home cooking recipes provided by professional chefs!

Kagianas: Greek-Style Scrambled Eggs with Feta & Smoked Pork

Dinner
Lunch

Kagianas with syglino and feta is a traditional Greek dish from the city of Kalamata. It’s made with scrambled eggs, feta cheese, tomatoes, herb and syglino, smoked cured pork meat....

Güllaç

Dessert

This traditional Turkish dessert is truly divine. Delicate (güllaç) sheets made from starch and water are soaked in sweetened milk, layered with crushed walnuts, and finished with a topping of...

Quick & Easy Nutella Croissants

It’s Sunday morning, and you’re the first one awake. As you sip your coffee, you start dreaming about whipping up a five-star breakfast—just like those heavenly mornings on your last...

Lokma: Fried Donuts Dipped in Syrup

Dessert

These golden, syrup-soaked bites are a true indulgence. Lokma, a Mediterranean & Middle Eastern fried dessert, is soaked in honey or sweet syrup and is often enjoyed at street stalls...

Polenta Casserole w/ Sausage & Spinach

Dinner

This is one of those comforting dishes I’ve ever made and it works all year round. Loved by all and a great crowd pleaser! This rustic casserole is where creamy...

Power-Packed Berry Yogurt Bowl

Breakfast

Start your day with this protein-rich yogurt bowl, crafted with creamy yogurt, ground oats, flaxseeds, and a sweet berry blend. Finished with fresh fruits and seeds for added crunch, it’s...

Saffron-Ginger Trifle w/ Homemade Orange Marmalade

What better way to switch up the flavors of a trifle for a celebration than adding an oriental twist! The saffron elevates the pastry cream, the orange marmalade is an...

Papanași: Romanian Fried Donuts

Papanași are traditional, deep-fried cheese-filled donuts usually served with jam and sour cream. They are super delicious and they are probably the most popular Romanian dessert. You can find them...

Diana Oana

December 18, 2024

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Curried Sweet Potato & Lentil Stew

This is a delicious and incredibly flavorful vegan dish. A comforting dahl or stew made with sweet potatoes, red lentils, coconut milk, and spinach, it’s the ultimate comfort food! The...

Diana Oana

December 18, 2024

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Golden Pistachio Mascarpone Cream Cake

This pistachio mascarpone cake is a luscious treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of roasted pistachios with the creamy sweetness of mascarpone cheese. The soft, moist sponge is delicately...

Diana Oana

December 17, 2024

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Hot Chocolate with Homemade Marshmallows

If there’s anything you should be making this winter, it’s your own marshmallows! They are super soft and melt-in-your-mouth delicious! And if you’re making marshmallows, you might as well make...

Mia Florea

December 17, 2024

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Pistachio Sandwich Cookies

Maybe one of the best flavor combinations in the world is pistachios and chocolate! If you don’t believe me, try it yourself with these buttery pistachio sandwich cookies filled with...

Mia Florea

December 13, 2024

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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...

Diana Oana

December 13, 2024

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Matcha Cranberry Rolls with Jam and Cream Cheese Frosting

Not everyone is a fan of matcha powder, but in these Matcha Cranberry Rolls, the earthy flavor of matcha pairs beautifully with the sweet and tangy cranberry jam. Finished with...

Mia Florea

December 9, 2024

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Pico de Gallo Shrimp & Avocado Salad

Inspired by the vibrant flavors of Mexico, Chef Giorgos Tsoulis crafts an irresistible Pico de Gallo Shrimp and Avocado Salad. Juicy shrimp are paired with fresh tomatoes, crisp onions, creamy...

Giorgos Tsoulis

December 9, 2024

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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,...

Diana Oana

December 5, 2024

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Easy Carob Freezer Fudge

Dessert

Chocolate without chocolate! Yes, it might sound unusual, but this carob freezer fudge are incredibly delicious, soft, and delicate—and they really do taste like chocolate. It’s even suitable for babies...

Elena-Greta Apostol

December 4, 2024

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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...

Giorgos Tsoulis

December 3, 2024

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Pistachio Tiramisu

Dessert

This twist on the classic Tiramisu recipe stays true to its roots while introducing a vibrant pistachio flair. The secret lies in the pistachio paste blended into the creamy mascarpone...

Diana Oana

December 2, 2024

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Rich & Creamy Porcini Mushroom Soup

If you love creamy mushroom soups, then this one with porcini (also known as penny bun or king bolete mushrooms) will be right up your alley. It’s so velvety and...

Elena-Greta Apostol

December 2, 2024

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No-Bake Vegan Date & Chocolate Cake

This No-Bake Vegan Date & Chocolate Cake is a must-try for dessert lovers! A base of dates, walnuts (or hazelnuts), and cocoa provides a naturally sweet foundation, while the cashew...