creamy Recipes
65 delicious creamy recipes from around the world
Bacalhau com Natas (Portuguese Cod with Cream)
A rich and comforting Portuguese classic featuring salt cod baked with potatoes and a creamy sauce. This dish requires desalting the cod beforehand, which is crucial for its flavor.
Beef Stroganoff
A classic Russian aristocratic dish featuring tender strips of beef coated in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce, subtly flavored with Dijon mustard, and traditionally served over fluffy egg noodles.
Blanquette de Veau
A classic French veal stew featuring incredibly tender veal in a rich, creamy white sauce, studded with sweet pearl onions and earthy mushrooms. This is comfort food at its finest, reminiscent of cherished family recipes.
Chicken Tikka Masala
A beloved British Indian curry featuring tender, marinated chicken pieces simmered in a rich, creamy, and spiced tomato sauce. Often considered Britain's national dish.
Croquetas de Jamón
Authentic Spanish ham croquettes featuring a rich, creamy béchamel sauce infused with finely diced Jamón Serrano, coated in crispy breadcrumbs, and fried to a perfect golden brown. A quintessential Spanish tapa.
Cullen Skink
A rich and creamy Scottish smoked haddock and potato soup, originating from the town of Cullen. This hearty soup is a true taste of Scotland, perfect for a comforting meal.
Gratin Dauphinois
A classic French potato gratin from the Dauphiné region, featuring thinly sliced potatoes baked slowly in a rich mixture of cream and milk until tender and golden brown. This traditional recipe omits cheese, allowing the pure flavors of potato, cream, and a hint of nutmeg to shine.
Korvstroganoff (Swedish Sausage Stroganoff)
A beloved Swedish household staple, this Korvstroganoff is a quick, creamy, and flavorful sausage and onion dish, perfect for a speedy weeknight family dinner. It's a comforting classic that's surprisingly simple to make.
Lapin à la Moutarde (Rabbit in Mustard Sauce)
A classic Burgundy bistro dish featuring tender rabbit pieces braised in a rich, creamy Dijon mustard sauce. This recipe offers a comforting and flavorful meal, perfect for a special occasion or a hearty weeknight dinner.
Lemon Posset
A classic British dessert, this Lemon Posset is an incredibly simple yet elegant treat made with just three ingredients: cream, sugar, and lemon. Its smooth, creamy texture and bright citrus flavor make it a perfect light ending to any meal.
Lohikeitto (Finnish Salmon Soup)
A classic Finnish Lohikeitto, this creamy and comforting salmon soup is infused with fresh dill, tender potatoes, and leeks. A taste of Nordic tradition perfect for any occasion.
Queijo Serra da Estrela
Queijo Serra da Estrela is a renowned Portuguese mountain cheese made from raw sheep's milk, known for its exceptionally creamy and runny interior when ripe. It is a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) cheese, meaning its production is strictly regulated to ensure authenticity and quality.
Swedish Meatballs
Sweden's beloved köttbullar - tender meatballs in a rich, creamy gravy, traditionally served with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam for a perfect balance of savory and sweet.
Taramosalata (Greek Fish Roe Dip)
A classic Greek meze, Taramosalata is a creamy and briny dip made from cured fish roe, bread, lemon juice, and olive oil. Its distinctive pale pink hue and rich flavor make it a perfect accompaniment to pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crusty bread.
Wallenbergare (Swedish Veal Patties)
Wallenbergare are a classic Swedish fine-dining dish, featuring exceptionally tender and creamy veal patties. This recipe elevates the traditional preparation for a truly luxurious experience.
Butter Chicken
India's beloved creamy tomato curry with tender tandoori chicken in a rich, mildly spiced sauce. This recipe focuses on achieving authentic flavor and texture at home.
Dal Makhani
A rich and creamy Punjabi classic, this Dal Makhani is slow-cooked to perfection with whole black lentils, kidney beans, butter, and aromatic spices. It's a deeply flavorful and indulgent dish, traditionally simmered for hours to achieve its signature velvety texture.
Filipino Leche Flan
A rich, dense, and velvety caramel custard, considered an essential dessert for any Filipino celebration or fiesta. This version focuses on achieving a smooth texture and deep caramel flavor.
Japanese Potato Salad
A classic Yoshoku (Japanese Western-style cuisine) side dish, this creamy potato salad features tender mashed potatoes, crisp vegetables, savory ham, and a rich, tangy dressing. It's a comforting and satisfying accompaniment to any meal.
Keşkül (Turkish Almond Pudding)
A rich and creamy Turkish almond pudding, traditionally served in the Ottoman palaces. This elegant dessert features ground almonds and a delicate sweetness, making it a light yet satisfying treat.
Labneh (Strained Yogurt)
A luxuriously thick and creamy Middle Eastern strained yogurt, essential for any mezze spread. Traditionally served drizzled with fragrant extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of earthy za'atar, perfect for scooping with warm pita bread.
Matar Paneer
A classic Punjabi dish featuring tender green peas and cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) simmered in a rich, spiced tomato-cream gravy. This restaurant-style curry is aromatic and satisfying.
Methi Chicken (Fenugreek Chicken Curry)
Aromatic and flavorful Indian curry featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich gravy infused with fresh fenugreek leaves (methi) and a touch of cream. The subtle bitterness of fenugreek is beautifully balanced by the creamy texture and spices, creating a unique and satisfying dish.
Murgh Makhani (Butter Chicken)
A beloved North Indian dish featuring tender, marinated chicken simmered in a rich, creamy, and buttery tomato-based sauce. Often considered Delhi's signature contribution to global cuisine.