Cakes, biscuits, pies, puddings and sweet bakes with step-by-step methods.
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InternationalÆbleskiver or ebleskiver (literally "apple slices") are traditional Danish cakes, somewhat similar in texture to American pancakes. Æbleskiver are cooked in a special æbleskive pan, a cast-iron pan with several hemispherical indentations in the bottom of the pan.
InternationalAgidi, also known as eko among the Yoruba people of Nigeria, is a smooth, firm pudding made from fermented maize starch. Unlike liquid pap, agidi is cooked until thick, moulded into a solid form, and allowed to cool before serving. It is commonly wrapped in leaves or packaged in containers and eaten with bean dishes, stews, moin moin, akara, or soup.
InternationalAkamu, also known as pap or ogi, is a variety of Nigerian pudding usually make from soaked corn. It is often eaten for breakfast.
InternationalAlkubus is a steamed wheat bread from northern Nigeria. It originated from Arabs.
InternationalDessert Ambrosia Fruit Salad is a sweet mixture of mandarin oranges, fruit cocktail, coconut, and marshmallows coated in whipped cream. It originated in the 1900s and had a period of popularity in the United States. It is widely considered to be a traditional dish, suitable for family gatherings. Below is one interpretation.
AustraliaCuisine of New Zealand ANZAC biscuits have long had an association with the Australia/New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) troops sent to Gallipoli during WWI. The biscuit appears to be a variant of the Scottish oat cake, said to be from the Scottish-influenced city of Dunedin. The recipe was created to ensure the biscuits would
InternationalSri Lankan Cuisine Appam, a fermented rice pancake, is a speciality of the South Indian coastal state of Kerala. It is especially popular among the Christian communities of that state. Appam are often served along with a coconut-flavoured vegetable stew. It is also very popular in Sri Lanka, where it is known as "appa" (or "hopper") and often served with an
InternationalApple Cake is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalDessert Apple crisp is a dessert made up of a baked apple filling and a crispy crumb topping. It is similar to cobbler, which has a biscuit-like (USA biscuit that is) or cake-like topping. It is also similar to a crumble, and the terms 'crisp' and 'crumble' may occasionally be used interchangeably. According to some traditions, crisp toppings are more likely
InternationalAsoka halwa is a very famous dessert in the district of Thiruvaiyaru in Tamil Nadu, India. The traditional dish is made with moong dal, sugar, and ghee, and it is served at wedding ceremonies.
InternationalAsida bil zibda is a traditional Libyan dessert that is rich, creamy, and sweet. It is made with simple ingredients and has a smooth and velvety texture. This indulgent treat is often served on special occasions or as a comforting dessert. It can be enjoyed on its own or accompanied by a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
InternationalAwaze tibs is a flavorful and aromatic dish that showcases the vibrant spices of Ethiopian cuisine. This dish is made with tender pieces of meat, such as beef or lamb, stir-fried with a rich and spicy sauce known as awaze.
InternationalAwug is a traditional Sundanese cake. This cake is made primarily from rice flour, topped with grated coconut and a palm sugar syrup. Awug has a sweet taste and it is best enjoyed while warm. It is usually sold in the morning at markets or in the afternoon by street vendors.
United KingdomBacon and Egg Pie is a United Kingdom recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalBanana Cake is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalBreakfast A muffin with a cake texture and wonderful banana taste.
InternationalA recipe for banana nut muffins, based on one from the Joy of Cooking , but slightly modified.
InternationalDessert The Banana Split is a dessert of banana and ice cream, often with additional toppings.
InternationalDesserts French macarons are variety of sandwich cookie based on almond meringue and a sweet filling.
InternationalMeat Recipes Beef stew has chunks of softened beef and vegetables in a thick sauce. It is often served with cornbread or biscuits.
InternationalBint al-sahn (Arabic: بنت الصحن), or Sabayah, is a layered pastry traditionally made in Yemen, and now popular in other regions. The procedure takes a long time.
United StatesThis recipe for biscuits is adapted from the public domain cookbook A Little Book for A Little Cook.
United StatesThis recipe is adapted from the public domain cookbook Mrs. Beeton's Book of Household Management.
InternationalBlueberry muffins are a pastry common in many parts of the world.
InternationalBrandy Butter is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalBread Pudding is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
United StatesBrown Sugar Brownies is a United States recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalBuah Melaka (Malaysian Palm Sugar Dumplings) is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalBeverage Butterbeer is a drink from the Harry Potter book series.
InternationalCamotes enmielados, also known as camotes con pilocilo, or camotes enmielados al horno, camotes con piloncilo al horno, is a baked, or stovetop, dessert-style Mexican yam/sweet potato dish. It is traditionally a home-cooked food, not typical restaurant fare. The finished product should have a strong caramel flavor, with a typical hint of bitterness from the
United StatesCandied Sweet Potatoes is a United States recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalCannoli are sweet Italian pastries. They consist of a fried pastry shell in the shape of a tube, filled with a sweet cream and cheese mixture.
InternationalTex-Mex cuisine A chalupa is a kind of tostada platter in Mexican cuisine. It is a specialty of South-central regions of Mexico, such as the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca. It is made by pressing a thin layer of masa dough around the outside of a small mold and then deep frying it to produce a crisp shallow corn cup. It is typically filled with shredded pork
InternationalCuisine of the Philippines Champorado is a chocolate porridge and favorite Filipino comfort food, especially during cold weather.
InternationalChess Pie is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalDesserts These chewy ginger cookies are soft and delicately flavored.
United StatesUS Cuisine Chicken parmigiana is a popular Italian-American dish served in a variety of ways. The same basic recipe works for a number of dishes. The components usually consists of a breaded, tenderized piece of meat (or slice of eggplant), a simple marinara sauce, and cheese (usually mozzarella). A thicker pasta, such as lingui
InternationalCuisine of India Chicken tikka is a chicken dish originating in the Punjab region of the Indian Subcontinent made by baking chicken which has been marinated in spices and yoghurt. It should not be confused with Chicken Tikka Masala (of which it is an ingredient). It is traditionally cooked on skewers in a tandoor and is usually boneless. It is tasty when ser
InternationalChickpea omelette is a simple and quick breakfast dish. It is suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets, and is a great source of protein.
InternationalDesserts These gluten-free chocolate chip cookies use sweet rice flour, also known as glutinous rice flour. Don't be fooled by the name; there's no gluten in glutinous rice flour (or any rice flour, for that matter). This flour, like most gluten-free flours, is easy to find if an Asian grocery can be located. It can also be found in many boutique grocery sto
InternationalChocolate Chip Cookies I is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalValerie Patience (née Zipfel) perfected the following chocolate chip cookie by making these cookies for her family for over 20 years. These cookies were enjoyed by her children Sarah, Melanie, and Nicholas as well as her husband Paul. Friends and family also enjoyed these cookies and looked forward to them whenever they had a chance to imbibe.
InternationalBreakfast Recipes A deliciously sweet muffin recipe that makes an excellent breakfast.
InternationalThese chocolate crinkles are easy to make, but do require chilling the dough for several hours before forming into cookies and baking. They have a strong chocolate taste and a dramatic black and white appearance. One recipe makes 3 to 4 dozen cookies.
InternationalDessert Chocolate sour-cream icing is an icing or frosting with a bit of tang to take the edge off the sugar overload. It can be icing or frosting depending on what you want.
InternationalA chokladboll (literally meaning chocolate ball) is a traditional Swedish pastry often eaten with coffee during fika. They are quick and easy to prepare, since they require no baking and only a few, common ingredients.
InternationalDessert Christmas cookies are traditional biscuits generally used during the holiday season. These Christmas cookies are quick and easy to make and can be easily cut into any shape with cookie cutters. They make a great holiday snacks and are perfect for Christmas celebrations.
InternationalChristmas pudding is a dessert served typically around the Christmas festive period and on Christmas day in the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth countries such as Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Canada. Outside of this festive period, it is known as a plum pudding which can have further recipe variations as well. The following is a Sussex reci
InternationalCoconut pyramids are cakes simple enough for children to make, and gluten free.
United StatesCorn Pancakes is a United States recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
United StatesVegetarian Cuisine Cornbread is a type of quick bread made of cornmeal and sometimes supplemented with wheat flour. Some variations may include whole corn kernels.
United KingdomCuisine of the UK Corned beef pie is a traditional British pie. It can be eaten hot or cold, making it good for picnics and also as a 'winter warmer'. Allegedly in Australia, corned beef pie (generally made with potato and tinned corned beef) is one of the few exclusively and iconic British foods consumed at picnics and similar events, being almost unknown
United KingdomCornish fairings are traditional Cornish spiced biscuits with a real kick.
InternationalCuisine of the United Kingdom Crème anglaise, frequently referred to by the generic term custard in English, is the most common and versatile dessert sauce, being used as an accompaniment, or as a base for additional treatment, in numerous desserts in the cuisines of countries throughout the world. It's easy to make and can be flavored in a variety of ways.
InternationalDesserts This recipe makes crispy gingerbread cookies that are used for gingerbread men. To keep the cookies crisp, store them in an air-tight container. They can be decorated with royal icing.
InternationalCake Cupcakes are small individual cakes baked in cases. This recipe is for very simple, plain cakes.
InternationalDaifukumochi (大福餅), or Daifuku (大福) (literally "great luck"), is a Japanese confection consisting of a small round mochi (glutinous rice cake) stuffed with sweet filling, most commonly anko, sweetened red bean paste made from azuki beans. Daifuku comes in many varieties. The most common is white, pale green or pale pink colored mochi filled with anko. These
AustraliaCuisine of Australia Damper is Australian bushman's bread, made while camping or "waltzing matilda" (carrying a swag around looking for work). It is meant to be made outside by a campfire.
InternationalDessert Date bars have crumbly upper and lower surfaces with a date filling in the middle. Also see the Date Squares recipe.
InternationalCuisine of the United Kingdom This recipe for the deep fried Mars bar illustrates a typical procedure. The ingredients in the dish's variations may vary indefinitely, but the procedure will remain more or less the same. For authentic flavor, fry the treat in beef drippings rather than vegetable oil.
InternationalCuisine of the Philippines Dinuguan (pork blood stew) or dinardaraan in Ilocano is a Filipino dish usually made from the blood, entrails and meat of a pig. It is sometimes known as "chocolate meat" as the stew has a thick chocolate-like color and consistency. The name "dinuguan" is derived from the Filipino word "dugo", meaning blood. Likewise, in Ilocano, "
United StatesCajun cuisine Dirty rice is a traditional Cajun dish made from white rice cooked with small pieces of chicken liver or giblets, which give it a dark ("dirty") color.
AustraliaAustralian Cuisine Drover's damper is Australian bread, made by stockmen while taking care of or rounding up stock. It is meant to be made outside by a campfire. This is the "flash" version, made when butter and milk are available.
InternationalDesserts Oliebollen (literally: oil dumplings) are a type of Dutch apple fritter. They are served at Dutch festivals in the United States, such as the Holland Happening Festival in Oak Harbor, Washington.
InternationalCuisine of Germany Afternoon tea is an important part of East Frisian culture. Whether at home or when visiting friends, East Frisians try not to miss their teetied (Low German for "tea time"). The tea is not stirred. Rather, enjoy the different flavors at the different layers: the relatively "pure" black tea at the top, the tea mixed with cream in the middl
United StatesSouthern U.S. cuisine Breakfast Cuisine Cheese This is a good dish for breakfast, brunch, or late-night snack dish.
InternationalBeverages Egg soda (Vietnamese: soda sữa hột gà, Khmer: សូដាក្រឡុកពងមាន់, lsau da kralok pongmean) is a sweet drink made from egg yolk and carbonated water, popular in Vietnam and Cambodia.
InternationalEgyptian milk pudding, also known as mahalabiya, is a classic and indulgent dessert in Egyptian cuisine. This smooth and creamy pudding is made with milk, sugar, and fragrant ingredients like rosewater and orange blossom water. It is typically garnished with crushed pistachios or almonds and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for added flavor and visual appeal.
InternationalEgyptian roast lamb, also known as kharouf mahshi, is a traditional Egyptian dish that showcases the rich flavors of tender roasted lamb. The lamb is marinated in a fragrant blend of herbs and spices, then slow-roasted to perfection. This dish is often served as a centerpiece during festive occasions and family gatherings.
InternationalEkuru, also known as ofuloju, white moin moin, or white bean pudding, is a meal native to the Yoruba people of Nigeria. It is made primarily from white beans, which are puréed and wrapped in leaves before cooking. It is high in protein and fibre.
InternationalFalafel is a fritter popular in Mediterranean cuisine. It is typically fried, but may also be baked. It always consists of one or more types of beans; usually fava beans or chickpeas. In some regional varieties parsley is added too. All other ingredients may vary, depending on flavor preferences or preparation technique.
InternationalFanke is a Nigerian fritter made with wheat flour or semovita. It is commonly eaten in the Northern part of Nigeria, especially among the Hausa people.
InternationalVegetarian cuisine This recipe makes enough dough for one 23 cm (9 inch) covered pie. If your pie only requires a bottom crust, use half this recipe. However, for best results, make the full recipe. If only a single crust is required, make the full recipe and freeze half for later. In contrast to bread, pie crust and other pastries should be made in a way th
United KingdomScottish flapjacks are a type of baked bar dessert made with oats.
CanadaMeat Recipes Pâté chinois (Chinese pie) is a traditional French Canadian main course, and is often served during the cold months of the year. It is typically served with pickled beets.
InternationalRecipes for dessert Fried bananas is a delightful dessert or snack enjoyed in many cuisines around the world. These sweet, caramelized banana slices offer a perfect balance of crispy and tender textures. Whether served on their own or as a topping for ice cream or pancakes, fried bananas are a simple yet satisfying treat.
InternationalFried bread is a very simple bread recipe that is served mainly for breakfast. These are great served with the same toppings as biscuits, including butter, jam, gravy, or any of your other favorites.
United StatesTexas cuisine Frito pie is a corn chip and chili con carne dish popular in the United States. Frito pie may be made with just corn chips, chili, and shredded cheese, but often has other condiments added as well. Sour cream, jalapeños, onions, hot sauce, tomatoes, and various other Latin American ingredients are often used. This is a traditional, and basic,
InternationalFrog's eye salad is a dessert salad common in the American midwest.
InternationalThis fruit salad is a dessert that is very popular and traditional at Christmas time in Uruguay. It's normally served all throughout the summer as it is very refreshing and makes a few fruits go a long way.
InternationalFrybread (also spelled fry bread) is a flatbread fried or deep-fried in oil, shortening, or lard. The dough is generally leavened by yeast or baking powder. Frybread can be eaten alone or with various toppings such as honey, jam, or hot beef. It can also be made into tacos (Indian tacos). It is a simple complement to meals.
InternationalGajjar Halwa (Carrot Pudding) is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalSoups Garlic croutons can be purchased but are much better when made from old bread. They are a crucial ingredient of Caesar Salad.
InternationalGhreyba bil loz is a delicious Libyan almond cookie loved for its delicate texture and rich almond flavor. These cookies are often enjoyed during festive occasions and are a popular treat in Libyan cuisine. Ghreyba bil loz melts in your mouth and is perfect for serving with a cup of tea or coffee.
InternationalDessert This recipe produces a soft gingerbread cake, not gingerbread cookies. Gingerbread is a type of spice cake. Parkin, a variation traditionally eaten in England around Bonfire Night, is partially oat-based.
InternationalGurasa or "light bread" is a traditional Hausa/Fulani Food in northern Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. It is eaten as a light dish for lunch or breakfast.
InternationalHabichuela con dulce, also known as sweet beans or sweet cream of beans is a Dominican dessert that is mostly made during Good Friday.
InternationalCuisine of the Philippines Halo-halo ("mix-mix") is a Filipino dessert usually made with shaved ice, ice cream, and a variety of add-ins such as sweetened fruits and jellies.
InternationalVegan Cuisine Hard tack is a cracker/biscuit flat-bread used during long sea voyages and military campaigns before the introduction of canning as a primary food-source. Mostly inedible for dry and hard preservation, it was usually dunked in water, brine, coffee, or other liquids, or cooked into a skillet meal. This cracker was little more than flour and wate
InternationalHarissa bil djaj is a flavorful and aromatic Libyan chicken dish. It features tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich and spicy tomato sauce, infused with a blend of aromatic spices. This dish is known for its bold flavors and is often served with bread or couscous, making it a satisfying and comforting meal.
InternationalBreakfast Hash browns or hashed browns are a simple potato preparation in which potato pieces are pan-fried after being shredded, julienned, diced, or riced. They are considered a breakfast food and are often served with ketchup. This recipe refers to the shredded version, which is the most common in many parts of the United States.
United StatesHaupia is a Hawaiian pudding made of coconut milk and cornstarch (originally Polynesian arrowroot starch).
InternationalHenry Thiele's Pancake is a German pancake recipe developed in the 1930s at Henry Thiele's Restaurant in Portland, Oregon. The restaurant was demolished in the 1990s, now the location of Thiele Square. The original recipe contributors developed this version years ago to enjoy on New Year's Day.
InternationalHerrencreme is a German dessert based on custard and cream.
InternationalHilda rolls (German: Hildabrötchen) are German sandwich cookies filled with jam. They are very similar to, and perhaps interchangeable with, Linzer cookies.
InternationalVegan Cuisine Unlike with bread, pie crust and other pastries should be made in a way that minimizes the development of gluten. Once the water has been added, the dough should be worked as little as possible, to minimize toughness in the finished crust.
InternationalFermented food recipes Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian food made from soybeans. It is a fermented food, utilising a special type of mould that forms a cake. When fresh, tempeh has a nice mushroom-like smell and flavour.
United StatesTex-Mex cuisine Tortillas are a type of flatbread popular in Mexico and Central America commonly made from wheat flour or masa. This recipe is for the wheat flour variety; see Corn Tortilla for the masa version..
United StatesHush Puppies is a United States recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalIndian Cuisine Double ka meetha is a popular dessert in Hyderabad, India.
InternationalBread Baati is a hard, unleavened bread cooked in desert areas of Rajasthan, Malwa, and Gujarat in North India. It is prized there for its exceptionally long life and high energy content, as well as the minimal quantity of water required in its preparation.
United StatesIndian Pudding is a United States recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalJachnun is a Yemenite pastry made of worked dough (made without the use of yeast) and traditionally eaten hot during the Sabbath morning meal, after being left to bake all throughout the night within a sealed pot in an oven.
United KingdomCuisine of the United Kingdom Jam roly-poly is a traditional British cuisine probably invented in the early 19th century. It is a flat-rolled suet pudding, which is then spread with jam and rolled up. In days past, Jam Roly-Poly was also known as shirt-sleeve pudding, because it was often steamed and served in an old shirt-sleeve. Because of this, another
InternationalKa'ak (Arabic: كعك), is a biscuit traditionally baked while clinging to the wall of a clay oven, or on the floor of a masonry oven. The dough is enriched with oil, sugar, black cumin, and yeast, and flavored with condiments, such as honey or sugar, and it is basted with egg yolks (as desired). It is eaten extensively throughout the Middle East and Persia.
InternationalKanafeh, a delectable Middle Eastern pastry, is a must-try dessert. It consists of delicate angel hair-like strands of kadaif, paired with akawi cheese and samneh or clarified butter. The pastry is baked to perfection, creating a delightful contrast of crispy outer layers and a lusciously melting interior. To enhance its flavors, the kanafeh is drizzled with
InternationalKubaneh (Arabic: كبانة ; Hebrew: כֻּבַּאנֶה), is a leavened bread baked in a greased pot with a tightly-sealed lid, where it cooks in its own vapors. Traditionally eaten by the Jews of Yemen on Sabbath days and holidays, the pot is usually placed in an oven (formerly a clay oven where it was laid upon dying embers or coals) shortly before nightfall where i
InternationalKuih bakul is a steamed sticky rice cake that is cooked for so long that it browns and develops a nutty flavor from the maillard reaction. It is the Malaysian equivalent of the Cantonese nian gao.
InternationalThis layered Malaysian kuih lapis is made using wheat flour and cornstarch. It has a chewy texture.
InternationalDesserts Savoiardi are a sponge-like cookie originally from the Aosta Valley of Italy in the Alps, once known as the Duchy of Savoy (whence its name is derived). They figure prominently in several desserts, including puddings and tiramisu, as they absorb liquids excellently.
InternationalLahoh, alternately called laḥūḥ (Arabic: لحوح) is a griddle-cake made similar to a pancake, but with a slightly different texture and notable for its porous texture on one side.
AustraliaNew Zealander Cuisine Lamington is a dessert of sponge cake (or more traditionally, butter cake), cut into squares, coated in a layer of chocolate or strawberry icing, and topped with coconut.
InternationalCake Lancashire parkin is a traditional cake eaten on in parts of . Like many gingerbreads, it is baked into a hard slab. It then softens due to the hygroscopic properties of golden syrup.
InternationalCuisine of Indonesia Lapis legit (Dutch: spekkoek) is a spice-flavored multilayered cake. A legacy of Dutch occupation in Indonesia, the cake is enjoyed during Eid ul-Fitr and Christmas celebrations. In the Netherlands, the sliced cake is served as dessert in Rijsttafel (Indonesian rice table). The cake has a firm texture similar to baumkuchen, but without a
Internationalcream Lefse is a potato-based Norwegian dish that's great as a dessert, as a side, or as a main course with the appropriate filling. It's similar to a crêpe in that you can add many different fillings to create a different dish each time.
InternationalThis delicious muffin recipe is a treat for a special morning.
InternationalCuisine of New Zealand Lolly cake is a New Zealand cake which features lollies in the ingredients and thus can be thought of as "candy cake". The traditional candy used is Fruit Puffs which are like firm, slightly chewy marshmallows and are obviously fruity. Malt biscuits and coconut are also used and other ingredients can be added or substituted.
InternationalCuisine of the Philippines Maja blanca is a gelatin-like comfort food.
InternationalMakizushi, also called rolled sushi or maki roll, is a variety of sushi. It is made by layering nori, seasoned sushi rice, and fillings, before rolling up and slicing into individual pieces. The outer layer of the maki roll varies, having either nori or rice on the exterior—the latter is sometimes called an inside-out roll.
InternationalMalawach is a layered, flaky flatbread that is popularly eaten in Israel, and now made popular in other regions. It is typically brushed with oil or fat and cooked flat in a frying pan.
InternationalMalpua (South Asian Sweet Pancake) is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalMeat recipes Kombdi vade is a Malvani dish, which is quite popular in Maharashtra. The dish consists of the traditional Malvani chicken curry (including chicken pieces with bones), vade (also known as puri, which is a fluffy, fried bread of wheat and nachni flour), onion, lemon and solkadhi (a drink made from coconut milk).
United StatesSoups Manhattan clam chowder is a soup traditionally made from clams, herbs, tomatoes, and other vegetables. Despite its name, it originated in Rhode Island, not Manhattan. Clam chowder, in its cream-based, New England version, has existed since the mid-18th Century, and no mention of any Manhattan chowder has been found
InternationalCuisine of Nigeria Rice masa, or rice waina, is a type of Nigerian masa from the Hausa people of Nigeria, especially in Northern Nigeria. The recipe varies across households, but it is traditionally made in an oval shape. You can add ginger or onions if desired. Masa may be cooked in a regular skillet or a specialized masa pan.
InternationalMeringue cookies are crunchy confections made from whipped egg whites and sugar. In Germany and Austria (but not in France) they are called Baiser (from French kiss). Served with whipped cream, they are a traditional dessert in the canton of Bern in Switzerland. See the meringue page for similar uses of whipped egg whites.
InternationalMeringue Cookies with Chocolate Chips is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalDessert These cookies can be considered gingerbread cookies, and originally were named as such. They resemble the molasses cookies made by Archway; they use relatively little ginger and are thus not as spicy hot as gingerbread cookies from many other recipes. They are usually somewhat soft and not at all gooey, being halfway between crumbly and chewy. They a
InternationalMsemmen (Arabic: مسمن, romanized: musamman or msamman), also known as rghaif (رغايف), is a traditional layered flatbread from the Maghreb region of North Africa, particularly popular in Algeria and Morocco. It is prepared by folding dough into square-shaped pancakes containing several thin layers, which are then cooked on a griddle. Msemmen is commonly enjoy
InternationalSoups This recipe is originally by Chef Taylor Piercefield.
United KingdomBritish Cuisine Mushy peas is a popular and characteristic British dish that has helped to give British cooking its well-deserved reputation. Mushy peas are often served with fish and chips.
InternationalIndian Cuisine Naan is a round flatbread made with white flour and is a staple accompaniment to hot meals in central and southern Asia.
United StatesUS Cuisine This is a classic New England potato salad. Chopping the potatoes into small pieces allows more surface to be coated and improves the flavor.
InternationalNew York City–style pizza originated in New York City in the early 1900s, and it may be the American-style pizza that most closely resembles that of Naples, Italy. It's characterized by wide, thin, foldable slices. The traditional toppings were limited to tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. The slices are often eaten as a street snack while folded in half, a
InternationalEgg rolls are a popular Nigerian snack, consisting of a boiled egg wrapped in dough and fried.
InternationalNuremberg Gingerbread is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalDesserts These are traditional chewy chocolate chip cookies with oatmeal added to provide a bit of extra body to the cookie.
InternationalDesserts A tasty oatmeal cookie, just like those you remember.
InternationalOkpa is a Nigerian dish made with ground bambara beans.
InternationalCuisine of Spain The omelette of breadcrumbs (in Spanish, tortilla de pan rallado) is a traditional recipe from Málaga, Spain. The origins of the recipe are uncertain and diverse. The Romans cooked an omelette shaped cake which they called ovorum torta. The omelette recipe "with milk", with honey and ground black pepper, collected by Apicius, reveals his age
InternationalDessert An orange julius is a beverage made by blending orange juice and milk, with other ingredients added for flavor.
InternationalOreo Milkshake is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalMeat Ossobuco, when loosely translated from Italian, means hollowed bone; a reference to the large piece of marrow in the center of the veal shank bone. It's a Milanese speciality of veal shanks cooked in meat broth and flavored with white wine. Slowly braised, this relatively tough, yet flavorful cut of meat becomes meltingly tender, and the connective tiss
InternationalFlatbread North American pancakes are a type of pancake prepared from a batter that is baked on a hot griddle or frying pan. They exist in several variations in many different local cuisines.
InternationalPancakes (Vegan) is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalThe pancakes are light, fluffy, and have a hint of sweetness, making them a perfect dessert or a sweet breakfast option.
United KingdomCuisine of the United Kingdom A pasty (Cornish: pasti, hoggan, incorrectly written as pastie) is a type of pie, originally from Cornwall, in the United Kingdom. It is a baked savory pastry case traditionally filled with sliced meat and vegetables. The ingredients are uncooked before being placed in the unbaked pastry case. Pasties
InternationalAustrian Cuisine Marmeladetascherl are a variety of sweet filled pastry originating in Austria.
United KingdomCuisine of the UK Any good pastry dough can be used for Cornish pasties, but it should be neither too rich nor too flaky. This works very well. Adjust amounts as required. See also Cookbook:Pasties.
AustraliaNew Zealand Pavlova is a light and fluffy meringue dessert named after the ballet dancer Anna Pavlova. Both Wellington, New Zealand and Perth, Australia claims to be the home of the dish. The earliest record of the recipe is a cookbook published in New Zealand in 1933, two years before claims made in Perth. Pavlova is traditionally de
InternationalThis variant of peanut butter cookies has no egg or baking soda, and uses vegetable oil instead of butter/margarine; it adds honey.
United StatesPeanut Butter Pie is a United States recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
United KingdomBritish Cuisine Pease pudding, sometimes known as pease pottage or pease porridge, is a simmered pea preparation, which mainly consists of split yellow or carlin peas, water, salt and spices, often cooked with a bacon or ham joint. It is similar in texture to hummus (but harder to cut), light yellow in colour, with a mild taste. Pease pudding was tradition
InternationalPita (also known as pita bread, Arabic bread etc.) is a yeasted wheat flatbread originating from North-African, to Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. It is usually eaten with sauces, dips and fillings. Dishes that use pita include kebab, gyros, and shwarma.
InternationalPolish Doughnuts (Paczki) is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
United StatesSpanish cuisine Polvorones are a type of Spanish shortbread quite popular in Latin America.
United KingdomCuisine of the United Kingdom This recipe for a sweetened potato pudding is from Cornwall, England.
InternationalPotato Samosas (Aloo Pies) is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalPralin is pulverized praline (caramelized nuts), which is used as a topping or addition to dessert creams, cakes, etc.
InternationalCuisine of Egypt Om ali is a traditional Egyptian dessert.
InternationalCuisine of the United States Pumpkin bread is a type of quickbread that's popular in the United States in October and November when fresh pumpkins are in season. There are countless variations. Although pumpkin bread and other pumpkin recipes are closely associated with American cuisine, these foods have a lengthy pre-Columbian history in North America. Many
InternationalHoliday Pumpkin pie is a traditional American and Canadian holiday dessert. It consists of a pumpkin-based custard baked in a single pie shell. The pie is traditionally served with whipped cream.
United KingdomCuisine of the United Kingdom Queen of puddings is a favourite English bread pudding served with an apricot glaze and a soft meringue topping.
InternationalRadish Pie Radish pie is a savory pie suitable for a vegetarian diet. Radishes, fresh goat cheese, and walnuts give the pie a unique taste, which is most flavorful when served cold.
InternationalRadish tart is a tasty and colorful pie, best served hot from the oven. Fresh red radishes and yellow cheese give this pretty pie an interesting look and taste.
InternationalCuisine of India Ragi dosa is a traditional food in Karnataka India (especially South Karnataka). It can be served with onion and garlic chutney.
InternationalRainbow Jell-O is a multilayered, multiflavored Jell-O extravaganza based on a recipe from Kraft. This recipe takes about five hours to prepare, although the time is spent largely in waiting; it is therefore best to plan to intersperse it with other activity and, if they don't mind the constant smell of Jell-O, best done with other people. It yields ten laye
InternationalBreakfast These muffins make a good breakfast for a family. They go well with milk.
United KingdomCategory:Recipes using rice flourCategory:Recipes using rice flour | Cuisine of the United Kingdom | Dessert | Rhubarb Rhubarb crumble is a traditional British dessert. Served traditionally with custard (though you can of course serve with cream or ice cream) it is a hearty, filling, and warm feast, best served after a light meal. This version has a flour-ba
InternationalDessert Rhubarb fool is a traditional dessert in Swedish cuisine. Its sweet and sour taste makes it a perfect summer dessert, to be served after a heavy meal.
InternationalRice bubble cake is quick and easy to make. Made with crisped rice cereal, the only other ingredients are butter, sugar and honey.
InternationalNorth American Cuisines Rich brownies are cake-like but are denser and not springy or gooey.
InternationalRoti jala are thin and lacy Malaysian pancakes. They are typically served—like other kinds of roti—with savory dishes like curries. Many versions use coconut milk, but this one uses water.
InternationalDessert Sachertorte (Ger. ˈzɑxər ˈtɔrtə; Eng.ˈsɑkər ˈtɔrt) is a chocolate cake, invented by Franz Sacher in 1832 for Klemens Wenzel von Metternich in Vienna, Austria. It is one of the most famous Viennese culinary specialties. The cake consists of two layers of dense, not overly sweet chocolate cake with a thin layer of apricot jam in the middle and dark cho
InternationalDessert Salzburger nockerl is a sweet dish typical of Austrian cuisine that is especially popular in Salzburg, as its name implies. It has a subtle sweet taste; it is not too sugary but still delights the taste buds whenever you eat it. You can serve it as a main course, as a dessert, or even with coffee and tea, and there are hardly any people who do not li
InternationalSmörgåstårta or sandwich cake is a typical Swedish party dish, not to be confused with Smörgåsbord. The sandwich cake is a very rich sandwich with so much filling it resembles a cake. It is excellent for receptions and parties since it is served cold and can be prepared in advance. It is also possible to have great variation in the fillings to accompany most
InternationalDessert These saucepan fudge crackle cookies are true chocolate cookies. They are brownie-like or cake-like. They tend to have a dome-like surface that stands ½–¾-inch tall, and have a diameter of 2.5–5 inches. The surface is cracked.
InternationalSemolina pudding is a simple but tasty dessert that can be prepared quickly with just a few ingredients.
InternationalDessert Sheer khurma is a sweet noodle soup served by Muslims in Indian and other South Asian countries to guests during the holy month of Ramadan. The recipe originally comes from Mughal-India.
InternationalCuisine of the United Kingdom Cottage pie, or shepherd's pie, is a meat pie with a mashed potato top. It is traditionally made with leftover roast meat, but today it is more often made with fresh minced meat.
InternationalCuisine of the United Kingdom Shortbread is a type of cookie which is traditionally made from one part white sugar, two parts butter, and three parts plain white flour, although other ingredients like ground rice or cornstarch are sometimes added to alter the texture. Shortbread is so named because of its crumbly texture (from an old meaning of the word shor
United KingdomA Shrewsbury cake is a British dessert. The cakes are often served multiple at a time.
InternationalCuisine of France A quiche is a baked, unsweetened custard pie, often made with savory fillings. Originally served in Germany, quiche was adopted by neighboring France and is now considered a traditional French dish. The French (and now English) word quiche comes from a dialectal form (Küchle) of the German word for cake (Kuchen). Quiche became popular in Br
InternationalSinasir is a rice pancake popular in the northern part of Nigeria. It is made from cooked and soaked short-grained rice as used in tuwo shinkafa.
United StatesSouthern U.S. cuisine Bread Commonly found in the Southern United States, skillet cornbread is delicious, easy to make, and often served beside a pot of brown beans. It can be made a day or two ahead of time, as long as care is taken to keep it from drying out.
InternationalCookies Snickerdoodles are sugar cookies lightly dusted with cinnamon. They have a characteristically crackly surface, and can be crisp or soft, depending on preference. Some variants include nutmeg, raisins, or nuts. They are a traditional Christmas cookie in North America. The Joy of Cooking claims that snickerdoodles are probably German in origin, and tha
InternationalCuisine of Italy Socca (French), torta di ceci or farinata (Italian), is a type of flatbread made from chickpea flour. See also: Calentita
CanadaCookies This recipe for sugar cookies has been running with the Gilbert women of Ontario, Canada for more than 100 years. No one knows where the recipe started, but it's been that way as long as any can recall with no real change.
InternationalIndian recipes Mudde is a compact ball swallow made from finger millet. It is a lunchtime staple of rural communities in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh in South India, and an important source of long-lasting energy among the rural poor. Serving immediately is preferable, but the balls can also be packed and eaten cold later. Before eating, if desir
InternationalSpanakopita is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalSpeculaas is a traditional Dutch spiced biscuit. It is eaten all year round but is mostly associated with pakjesavond, the celebration of Saint Nicholas on the 5th of December. The speculaas can have the shape of this saint, although windmills are a popular design as well. Speculaas gets it design from a template, called a 'speculaasplank'. This is a wooden
InternationalSpinach Fritters is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
United StatesSpoonbread is a United States recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalSpringerle is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalSpritzgeback (German Spritz Butter Cookies) is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
United KingdomCuisine of the UK Stargazy pie is a rich fish pie from Cornwall in the United Kingdom.
United KingdomSteak and Ale Pie is a United Kingdom recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
InternationalCuisine of the United Kingdom This recipe comes from Mrs Beeton's famous Book of Household Management.
United KingdomStovies is a traditional Scottish dish originating mainly from the North Eastern counties of Angus and Aberdeenshire where even today the dish is still most commonly found and served. Recipes and ingredients vary widely between regions and even families, but the dish usually consists of potatoes and onions and some form of cold meat (especially sau
United KingdomCuisine of the United Kingdom Eton mess is a dessert of English origin consisting of a mixture of strawberries, pieces of meringue and cream, which is traditionally served at Eton College's annual prize-giving celebration picnic on the "Fourth of June" (actually celebrated on the last Wednesday in May).
InternationalThis strawberry milkshake is a frozen drink made from ice cream and strawberries.
InternationalStrawberry Pie is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
United KingdomDessert Summer pudding is a quintessentially British dessert made from wonderful fresh ingredients only available in the summer months. It is redolent of a private dinner at a smart country house, maybe somewhere in the Surrey hills near Shere, with the taste of an exquisite first course still lingering, a bottle of chilled champagne still half full, and t
InternationalCuisine of Sylhet Sylheti handesh, also known as Guror handesh in the Sylhet region, is a delightful sweet and puffy deep-fried pitha that can also be enjoyed as a snack. This traditional delicacy is deeply rooted in Sylheti culture and is especially popular during the celebration of Eid, naming ceremonies, and wedding festivities. Handesh is made from a com
InternationalSylheti salty rice cake, locally known as nunor bora among other names, is a cherished savoury rice flour fritter originating from Sylhet. This delectable treat, often paired with tea, boasts a golden hue thanks to the infusion of turmeric, and it holds a special place in Sylhet's culinary heritage. It garners particular popularity during festive occasions,
InternationalCuisine of Sylhet Sylheti rice pudding also known as kir shinni in the Sylhet region, is a delectable rice-based dessert that holds a special place in Sylheti cuisine. The local term "shinni" signifies a treat to the neighbourhood or distribution of food for salvation. This traditional sweet treat is not only enjoyed as a dessert but also serves as a symbol
InternationalAustrian Cuisine Szegedin goulash is a variety of goulash that adds sauerkraut and sour cream to the traditional ingredients. Most people believe that the name "Szegedin Goulash" derives from Szeged, a town in Hungary. But in fact, the Hungarian name "Székély goulash" comes from Jozsef Székély, a Hungarian journalist and poet who lived from 1825 to 1895. The
InternationalTaboon bread, also spelled tabun bread, is one of the various baked flatbreads found primarily in the areas surrounding the Palestinian village of Al-Jabal. It is traditionally baked in a clay oven called a taboon oven, the bottom of which is lined with smooth beach stones.
InternationalAlgerian Cuisine Tamina ( ) is a simple Algerian dessert mainly made of semolina. It is usually served during celebrations such as engagement parties, weddings, baby showers, or Mawlid.
InternationalTarta de Santiago is a Spanish almond cake from Galicia. It is an easy cake to make, with only 3 main ingredients, and it is well-suited for the holiday season. This cake is dusted with icing sugar, with an imprint of Santiago’s cross on its top surface.
United KingdomTattie scones, also called potato scones or potato bread, are a regional variant of the savoury "griddle scone" which is especially popular in Scotland. Many variations of recipe exist, however they generally include liberal quantities of boiled Tatties (potatoes) and salt. Potato scones are traditionally quarter circular fan shaped, and generally about 90 m
United KingdomEnglish Cuisine Toad in the hole is a baked Yorkshire pudding or thick pastry round, with sausages or pieces of meat in it. This recipe is for a sausage toad. A further variation is made using fine chopped potatoes in a pudding-basin with a lump of meat in the centre, and then boiling or steaming.
United StatesUnited States Tomato pie is a type of pizza, a food that is popular in Italy and the north east USA. Sometimes mistakenly considered an American dish, it is commonly found in bakeries throughout Italy and other countries, where it is simply called pizza and is often bought and consumed on the spot. It is generally made with canned tomatoes. In the USA, it
United KingdomDesserts Trifle, also commonly known as sherry trifle, is a traditional layered dessert in many countries. It can be prepared with or without alcohol, and the nonalcoholic version is popular with children.
InternationalCuisine of Turkey Turkish delight, or lokum (also loukoum), is a confection made from starch and sugar. It is often flavored with rosewater or lemon, the former giving it a characteristic pale pink color. It has a soft, sticky consistency, and is often packaged and eaten in small cubes that are dusted with sugar to prevent sticking. Some recipes include smal
InternationalCuisine of Nigeria Ukpo oka is a delicacy made from corn, popular among the Ika-Ibo people of Delta State, Nigeria. It is also known as nni oka, ekoki, sapala and igbankwu oka.
InternationalAustrian Cuisine Vanillekipferl are small almond biscuits shaped like a crescent moon. They are particularly popular in Austria and Germany, where they are part of the culinary delights of Christmas biscuits. In most Austrian homes, baking biscuits is an essential part of Christmas preparation, a family activity to be enjoyed on wintry days when it is snowin
United KingdomCuisine of the United Kingdom The Victoria sandwich (also known as the Victoria sponge) is a Victorian cake that is popular in the UK.
InternationalWatalappam is a Sri Lankan steamed coconut custard.
United KingdomDessert Welsh cakes (Welsh: picau ar y maen) are a popular cake in Wales that are similar to scones and Cornish Heavy cakes.
United KingdomWelsh cuisine Bara brith, sometimes known as "speckled bread" (the literal meaning of the original Welsh-language name), is a fruit bread which originated in Wales. It is traditionally made with raisins, Zante currants and candied peel. In Wales the fruit is traditionally soaked overnight in cold tea. In Argentina, bara brith, which was brought to the coun
InternationalCake 1-2 chocolate cake is a simple, fairly easy chocolate cake recipe.
InternationalYeasted Rolls II is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.
United KingdomCake Sponge cake is a common type of cake that can be made by a couple different methods. This method uses oil and yeast, which avoids separating or whipping eggs. Note that this recipe does not preheat the oven—this slower heating will provide extra time for the yeast to rise.
United KingdomCuisine of the United Kingdom A Yorkshire pudding is a light, fluffy dish that is usually cooked and served alongside a roast dinner, traditionally made with roast meat—especially roast beef. It comes from Yorkshire, a region in the United Kingdom, and is popular across the island. The exact recipe differs from area to area, even from family to f
InternationalZimtsterne are German cinnamon cookies often eaten for the advent season.
InternationalA Zippula (plural: Zippuli) is fried dough from Calabria, Italy. In Calabrian cuisine, zippuli are made with fried potatoes and (sometimes) anchovies. They are also spelled zeplee and zippuile. Though variations exist amongst some Calabrian families, the zippula dough is often prepared with fresh parsley, deep-fried in a skillet, and dipped in marinara sauce