Koskera Hake
Today we eat delicious koskera hake, or, as it is popularly called, hake in green sauce. Koskera hake is one of those traditional and easy stews that never go out...
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Chicharron de Cadiz
How to Make Chicharron de Cadiz: Turn on the oven to 200° F. Rinse the bacon well under the tap and, without drying it, smear the whole piece with paprika....
Spanish Marzipan Recipe (Figuritas de Mazapán)
Marzipan is a traditional Christmas dessert whose main ingredients are almonds and sugar. It is a sweet made of almonds and sugar crushed with a mallet, hence its name in Spanish...
Cod Ajoarriero Style
Fish and broths are a deeply-rooted Spanish tradition at Christmas, and cod ajoarriero is one of the simplest and tastiest. This dish is made with various vegetables cooked in olive oil....
Kerstkransjes(Dutch Christmas Cookies)
How to Make Kerstkransjes: Put the all dough ingredients into a bowl and mix well with your hands, using your fingers and thumbs to combine the flour and sugar with...
Guirlache
Guirlache is one of the most typical nougats from some of the regions associated with the former Crown of Aragón. So, it is no surprise that it is a common...
Red Cabbage, Castillian Style
In the old days, red cabbage could be found in the markets in late autumn, just before Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, making it a typical holiday dish:Â lombarda de Navidad....
Cardoons with Almond Sauce
Cardoons, a vegetable that turns up at the festive Christmas Eve meal in Spanish homes. Known as cardo in Spanish, the cardoon and its close relative, the artichoke, are thistles....
Kerststol
Kerststol (Christmas stol) is a richly filled bread traditionally served around Christmas. It’s closely related to the German Stollen, and might very well have descended from it, although its exact...
Appelmoes
The Dutch love eating applesauce (or appelmoes as they call it) as a condiment with their main course. It’s very much part of the everyday family meal in Holland. How...
Mountain Snails/Caracoles a la Montañesa
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Cochinillo Asado, Roasted Suckling Pig
A suckling pig is a pig that is no older than 1 month and weigh no more than 8 lbs. How to Make Roasted Suckling Pig: Season the pig with...
Spanish Polvorones
Polvorón comes from the word polvo, Spanish for dust. Polvorones are an essential part of the Christmas table. They are a small flour cake made with sugar, butter, and almonds, and...
Pineapple Glaze for HamÂ
How to Make Pineapple Glaze for Ham: Preheat the oven to 275 degrees. Place the ham facedown in a roasting pan. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 1 1/2...
Pasteles de Arroz (Rice Pasteles)
How to Make Pasteles de Arroz: Sauté the rice with the olive oil, salt and pepper, garlic, onion, and sauce. You can add some chopped olives and pimentos if desired....
Torta Alemã
How to Make Torta Alemã: Beat the butter and sifted sugar (reserve a tablespoon) until you get a whitish and fluffy cream. Add the yolks one by one. Add the...
Christmas Yorkshire Puddings
The secret of a delicious Yorkshire pudding is a very hot oven, smoking hot grease/fat, and the right mixture of eggs, milk, and flour. It is crispy and light and...
Traditional Brazilian Brigadeiros + variations
How to Make Traditional Brigadeiros: Put the condensed milk, cocoa powder (sifted if you want) and butter in a small pot. Cook it over a slow heat, constantly mixing with a...
Pork Pozole
Preparing pozole is not an impossible mission. Pamper your family and friends with this delicious red pozole recipe and become an expert in Mexican cuisine. How to Make Pozole: Heat...
Puerto Rican Potato Salad/Ensalada de Papas
How to Make Potato Salad: Put the potatoes and raw eggs in a large stockpot. Once the water has come to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 12-15...
Brazilian Pavé Dessert
How to Make Pavé Dessert: In a bowl or heat-resistant baking dish, combine the milk, vanilla, and brandy. In blender, blend the condensed milk, evaporated milk, and lemon juice for 3...
Farofa
How to Make Farofa: Sauté the garlic and onion in olive oil. Add the bacon and egg and fry. Add the flour gradually and stir. Finally, add the raisins, parsley,...
Chicken Mixiotes
Mixiote is one of thousands of the most popular traditional Mexican dishes. It can be filled with beef, chicken, fish, mutton, pork, or shrimp. The preparation is somewhat tedious and...
Arroz Natalino
How to Make Arroz Natalino: Heat a pan with half the butter and oil over a medium heat and fry the garlic until golden. Add the rice and sauté for...