European Cuisine

A chocolatey twist on Portuguese Easter bread that makes an excellent addition to any holiday table.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with milk, butter, egg, egg yolks, lemon zest, raisins, currants, sherry, almonds

Method:   bread machine
Time:   2-5 hours

Aladdin Restaurant has some of the best baklava. The phyllo dough is light and flaky, and the filling is sweet and nutty. The honey syrup adds a touch of sweetness and keeps...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

German holiday cookies spiced with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and allspice.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with turkey Italian sausage, onions, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, converted rice, oregano, turmeric, garlic, chicken broth, frozen peas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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Authentic is always best, and Hungarian goulash is no exception. Beef, onions, and potatoes stewed with sweet paprika for a satisfying-as-can-be goulash topped with simple...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

These are no ordinary kebabs. Mushrooms, peppers, and chunks of lamb get a dip in a Greek-style marinade before getting grilled up. Perfect in a pita with some...

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Some well-spiced tkemali makes an excellent condiment for meats and bread. It might just be your gateway into a whole new cuisine.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A simplified version of the popular Spanish dish that is ready in under 30 minutes. Made with chicken, rice, tomatoes, bell peppers, and peas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Cheddar cheese, chicken broth, non-stick cooking spray, cabbage, onion, bacon, parsley, dried thyme, salt and pepper, potatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Spinach is combined with cottage cheese, eggs, and seasonings and baked in pie shells. Serve these spinach pies as a side dish, and entree, or a brunch item. You can also make...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you want to impress a group of friends, it's really tough to top paella. An array of meat, seafood, and veggies make this one heck of a paella mixta. Slice up some crusty...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Packed with flavors from fennel, black pepper, and Romano cheese, this Italian sausage features a classic combination of pork and beef, bringing a touch of...


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter, onion, potatoes, milk, salt and pepper, bacon, cabbage

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

The kefta kebab (also known as kofta kebab) is a Middle Eastern dish that consists of grilled ground meat, typically lamb or beef. Serve with rice or flatbread.

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

Beef stew meat is slowly cooked in the oven along with carrots, onion, garlic, beef stock, and Guinness.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This version of paella is made with hot Italian sausage, rice, tomatoes, shrimp, mussels, clams, and peas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you're looking to spice up your Christmas dinner, look no further than Gebackener Karpfen. This dish offers a scrumptious nod to Austrian holiday traditions...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This is a traditional sauce served on lamb or beef gyro sandwiches but can also be used as a dip.


Time:   1-2 hours

Ever had chorizo with chicken and rice? Swing together these ingredients in a skillet with spices and wine for some easy international inspiration that's...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This recipe for Greek Easter cookies is a traditional treat made during the holiday season. These delicious cookies are soft and buttery with a hint of brandy and a crunchy sesame...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A delicious and easy way to enjoy traditional Greek Easter bread. This recipe uses refrigerated bread dough, so it's quick and easy to make. It's the perfect addition to any...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with buttermilk or sour milk, whole wheat flour, white flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with bacon, green cabbage, white cabbage, potatoes, salt and pepper, butter, flour, cabbage stock, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Kapusniak is a unique twist on soup, mixing up smoked pork shanks and sauerkraut juice with a creamy, eggy addition for depth and flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Stuffed grape leaves are one of the most deliciously kept secrets of Greek cooking. Rice, olive oil, and a ton of of fresh herbs are the path to refreshing and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Savory, broth-cooked orzo with lemon and dill is a great quick lunch or side dish to have in your repertoire.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with peppercorns, bay leaves, parsley stalks, milk, butter, garlic, leek, spring onions, all purpose flour, extra milk or cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with water, salt and pepper, potatoes, onion, carrots, bacon grease, flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with celery, chicken broth, peas, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, ground nutmeg, butter, buttermilk

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

If you're not on the overnight oats train yet, hop aboard. Wake up to a healthy, near-ready breakfast and you'll see why these oats are so popular.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with onion, bread crumbs, water, eggs, salt, paprika, prepared mustard, fresh parsley, hard cooked eggs, bacon

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with dill, cucumber, sour cream, salt, lemon


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black pepper, potatoes, egg, butter, flour, parsley, chives, lemon thyme, milk, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Polish Mazurek Cakes combine a light, buttery base with a mix of fruits and nuts, all topped off with candied cherries for a sweet finish.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Cucumber, yogurt, and dill make a creamy dipping sauce perfect for kebabs, falafel or pita bread.


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with butter, flour, milk, sugar, Irish whiskey

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with buttermilk or sour milk, flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, caster sugar, golden raisins

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with all-purpose flour, eggs, sugar, milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, baking powder, lemons

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This Italian Christmas dish features sauteed zucchini paired with garlic and a vinegar mixture, giving it a subtle sweetness contrasted by crunchy pine nuts.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with almonds, pecans or walnuts, butter, confectioners' sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, almond extract, cognac or brandy, baking powder, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter, onion, cooking apples, fresh thyme, fresh sage, salt and pepper, pork tenderloin, boneless lean pork chops

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with vegetable oil, sugar, salt, cocoa powder, dried onion, instant coffee granules, caraway seed, oat bran, fennel, bread flour

Method:   bread machine
Time:   2-5 hours

Mashed taters with bacon, onions, and kale come together perfectly for an ultimate comfort food. If you've got leftovers, throw on a fried egg for breakfast!

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, baking potatoes, milk, butter, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Delicious chicken gyros, aka Greek chicken tacos, need a couple crucial steps to achieve perfection. First is the marinade for the chicken. Second, the garlic dill sauce to drizzle on...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with sugar, Irish soda bread, butter, eggs, brown sugar, raisins, heavy cream, semi sweet chocolate, egg yolks

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with salt, butter, leeks, yellow onion, carrot, garlic, all-purpose flour, chicken broth, baking potatoes, Cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This Polish Kutia combines cracked wheat with poppy seeds and a mix of roasted hazelnuts and walnuts for a hearty, nutty side.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Layered sponge cake doused in rum sauce and vanilla cream, dotted with soaked raisins and topped with fresh whipped cream makes up this show-stopping Hungarian dessert.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes