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European Cuisine

European Cuisine

Tasty European recipe favorites! Hungarian goulash, Greek stuffed grape leaves, and Irish lamb stew, just to name a few of our more popular recipes.



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recipe for tzatziki sauce (cucumber sauce for gyros)

Tzatziki Sauce (Cucumber Sauce for Gyros)

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


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for greek spinach-cheese pie

Greek Spinach-Cheese Pie

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

recipe for bubble and squeak with bacon

Bubble and Squeak With Bacon

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for skillet chicken paella

Skillet Chicken Paella

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

recipe for aladdin restaurant baklava

Aladdin Restaurant Baklava

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

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recipe for hungarian sauerkraut goulash szekely gulyas

Hungarian Sauerkraut Goulash Szekely Gulyas

This is a classic Eastern European affair. Plenty of onions and paprika, cooked with pork and sauerkraut, blended with rich sour cream, and ladled over your...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pork chops in beer gravy (schweinekotelett in zweibelsosse)

Pork Chops in Beer Gravy (Schweinekotelett in Zweibelsosse)

Onions, beef broth, and beer make a super savory gravy for these pan-fried pork chops.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kulich (russian easter bread)

Kulich (Russian Easter Bread)

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

Method:   bread machine
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for irish whiskey lamb stew

Irish Whiskey Lamb Stew

Forget the pot of gold; this Irish Whiskey lamb stew is where the real treasure's at. Lamb, whiskey, and a bit of culinary magic. Cheers to that!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chicken gyro kits

Chicken Gyro Kits

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

recipe for austrian christmas gebackener karpfen

Austrian Christmas Gebackener Karpfen

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


recipe for portuguese chocolate easter bread

Portuguese Chocolate Easter Bread

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for somlsi galuska

Somlsi Galuska

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

recipe for dolmas - greek stuffed grape leaves

Dolmas - Greek Stuffed Grape Leaves

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


recipe for irish muffins

Irish Muffins

Muffins don't get much more interesting than this. With a little whiskey and some coffee liqueur, these Irish muffins are both indulgent and delicious.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for barm brack (traditional irish bread)

Barm Brack (Traditional Irish Bread)

Made with self-rising flour, superfine sugar, marmalade, mixed dry fruit, black tea, egg, mixed spice

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for lemon orzo with herbs

Lemon Orzo with Herbs

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


recipe for cdkitchen's favorite paella

CDKitchen's Favorite Paella

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

recipe for irish beef stew with guinness stout

Irish Beef Stew with Guinness Stout

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

recipe for kefta kebabs

Kefta Kebabs

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


recipe for one-pot paella

One-Pot Paella

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

recipe for quick greek easter bread

Quick Greek Easter Bread

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

recipe for souvlakia (greek marinated lamb kebabs)

Souvlakia (Greek Marinated Lamb Kebabs)

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


recipe for beef eggplant moussaka

Beef Eggplant Moussaka

This dish layers ground beef and eggplant, topped with a creamy yogurt mixture, then baked to perfection. The result is a hearty, savory moussaka that pairs perfectly with a...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for austrian christmas weihnachtsbaeckerei

Austrian Christmas Weihnachtsbaeckerei

The name "Weihnachtsbaeckerei" literally translates to Christmas cookies. Bring a little taste of Austria with this traditional holiday baking recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dill tzatziki sauce

Dill Tzatziki Sauce

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


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for colcannon with kale and guanciale

Colcannon with Kale and Guanciale

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

recipe for greek easter cookies

Greek Easter Cookies

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

recipe for bread machine irish brown bread

Bread Machine Irish Brown Bread

Made with water, gluten flour, active dry yeast, wheat flour, bread flour, oats, buttermilk powder, brown sugar, salt

Method:   bread machine
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for new york times paella

New York Times Paella

Made with green bell pepper, mussels, chicken pieces, ground coriander, oregano, capers, peppercorns, tomato sauce, garlic, rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mozzarella saganaki (greek flaming cheese)

Mozzarella Saganaki (Greek Flaming Cheese)

Made with lemon, Mozzarella cheese, butter, brandy

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for potato, cabbage and irish bacon casserole

Potato, Cabbage And Irish Bacon Casserole

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


recipe for italian sausage with wine and cheese

Italian Sausage with Wine and Cheese

Made with hog casing, Romano Pecorino cheese, wine, pork butts, lean beef, powdered dextrose, black pepper, salt, fennel seed, red crushed peppers


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grandma's hungarian nut torte

Grandma's Hungarian Nut Torte

Made with walnuts, eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for german breakfast sandwich

German Breakfast Sandwich

Made with mustard, dark German bread, liverwurst, hard boiled eggs, Swiss cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bahama breeze paella

Bahama Breeze Paella

Made with green peas, mussels, chicken tenders, jumbo shrimp, jumbo sea scallops, fresh fish, Creole seasoning, olive oil, chicken stock, chorizo

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for greek roasted potatoes

Greek Roasted Potatoes

Made with fresh parsley, water, potatoes, lemon juice, vegetable oil, olive oil, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, garlic

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for turkish apple cake

Turkish Apple Cake

Made with cinnamon powder, sugar, eggs, oil, milk, baking powder, flour, apples

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for easy russian piroshki

Easy Russian Piroshki

Made with salt and pepper, ground beef, frozen bread dough, onions, cabbage

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for garnelensalat (german shrimp appetizer salad)

Garnelensalat (German Shrimp Appetizer Salad)

Made with salad oil, mayonnaise, medium shrimp, onion, parsley, salt and pepper, lemon juice


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for greek lemon-rice soup

Greek Lemon-Rice Soup

Made with white pepper, chicken broth, white rice, eggs, lemon juice, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for irish potato stew

Irish Potato Stew

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for modern irish soda bread

Modern Irish Soda Bread

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

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baltic german beet relish

Baltic German Beet Relish

Made with white vinegar, prepared horseradish, cabbage, cooked beets, sugar, salt, black pepper, red pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for ellinikos lemoni patatas (greek lemon potatoes)

Ellinikos Lemoni Patatas (Greek Lemon Potatoes)

Made with lamb stock, chicken broth, black pepper, potatoes, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dried oregano, sea salt

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for irish bannock

Irish Bannock

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

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for beef and potato moussaka

Beef And Potato Moussaka

Made with Parmesan cheese, milk, eggs, ground beef, onion, tomato sauce, salt, nutmeg, black pepper, potatoes

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for czechoslovakian kipfel

Czechoslovakian Kipfel

Made with cinnamon, sugar, walnuts, butter, cottage cheese, heavy cream, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for paella (spanish rice dish)

Paella (Spanish Rice Dish)

Made with frozen peas, artichoke hearts, chicken thighs, Italian sausage, oil, green bell pepper, onion, saffron rice, water, minced clams

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for czech mushroom potato casserole

Czech Mushroom Potato Casserole

Made with black pepper, salt, potatoes, fresh morel mushrooms, onion, garlic, butter, egg, milk, flour

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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