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3060 traditional recipes from around the world
Lancashire Cheese on Toast
A classic British comfort food, this Lancashire cheese on toast is simple, quick, and utterly delicious. The creamy, slightly tangy Lancashire cheese melts beautifully, creating a golden, bubbly topping on perfectly toasted bread.
Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty and classic British lamb stew, traditionally from Lancashire, featuring tender lamb simmered in rich stock and topped with a golden, crispy layer of sliced potatoes.
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.
Lardy Cake
A rich, sticky, and sweet yeasted cake, traditionally from Wiltshire, featuring layers of lard, sugar, and dried fruit folded into a soft bread dough. The characteristic sticky bottom is a prized element.
Lasagna alla Bolognese
Layered pasta with ragù and béchamel. Emilia-Romagna's iconic baked dish.
Le Grand Aïoli
A traditional Provençal Friday feast featuring salt cod and a vibrant assortment of seasonal vegetables, all served with a rich, homemade garlic mayonnaise (aïoli).
Leberkäse
A classic Bavarian meatloaf, often served as a thick slice in a bread roll. Despite its name, traditional Leberkäse does not contain liver.
Leberknödel (German Liver Dumplings)
A classic Bavarian dish of tender liver dumplings gently simmered in a rich beef broth. Perfect as a hearty appetizer or a light main course.
Lebkuchen (Nuremberg Style)
Authentic Nuremberg Lebkuchen, a rich and spiced gingerbread, traditionally made for Christmas. This recipe focuses on a dense, moist texture, often without flour, and is a staple at German Christmas markets.
Leche Frita (Fried Milk)
A beloved Spanish dessert, Leche Frita features a rich, thick milk custard infused with citrus and spice, chilled until firm, cut into portions, coated, and then deep-fried to a golden crisp. It's dusted with a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture and is traditionally served warm.
Leitão à Bairrada (Bairrada-Style Roast Suckling Pig)
A quintessential Portuguese regional specialty from Bairrada, this dish features a whole suckling pig roasted to achieve incredibly crispy skin and tender, succulent meat. Traditionally cooked in wood-fired ovens, it's a celebratory dish perfect for gatherings.
Leitão da Bairrada (Bairrada Roast Suckling Pig)
An iconic dish from the Bairrada region of Portugal, this roast suckling pig is renowned for its incredibly crispy, crackling skin and exceptionally tender, succulent meat. It's a celebratory dish often served at special occasions.
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.
Loukoumades (Greek Honey Puffs)
Loukoumades are delightful, bite-sized fried dough balls, a traditional Greek sweet, often referred to as 'honey tokens' or 'honey puffs'. They are known for their crispy exterior, fluffy interior, and are generously drenched in a warm honey syrup infused with cinnamon, then sprinkled with crushed walnuts. This ancient treat was even enjoyed by athletes in the original Olympic Games.
Lussekatter (Saffron Buns)
Traditional S-shaped saffron buns, often enjoyed on Saint Lucy's Day (December 13th). The vibrant yellow hue comes from saffron, and raisins are typically used for decoration.
Lutfisk
A traditional Swedish Christmas delicacy, Lutfisk is made from dried whitefish (stockfish) that has been treated with a lye solution. This process rehydrates and softens the fish, giving it a unique, gelatinous texture. It's a dish that evokes strong opinions – either loved or disliked.
Madeleines
Delicate French shell cakes, known for their distinctive hump and tender, buttery crumb. A classic treat, famously associated with Proust's literary recollections.
Makaronada me Kima (Greek Spaghetti with Meat Sauce)
A comforting and flavorful Greek classic, Makaronada me Kima features spaghetti tossed with a rich, cinnamon-spiced meat sauce. Traditionally enjoyed as a hearty Sunday lunch.
Makarony po-Flotski (Sailor's Pasta)
A hearty and classic Soviet-era dish, Makarony po-Flotski translates to 'pasta in the style of the navy' or 'sailor's pasta'. It's a simple yet satisfying meal made with pasta and ground meat, often enriched with onions.
Makowiec (Polish Poppy Seed Roll)
A traditional Polish poppy seed roll, often made for Christmas. This dense and sweet cake features a rich poppy seed filling swirled within a soft yeast dough, creating a beautiful spiral pattern when sliced. It's a labor of love that's well worth the effort.
Manitaria Scharas (Greek Grilled Mushrooms)
A simple yet flavorful Greek mezze featuring large mushrooms grilled to perfection with a zesty olive oil, garlic, and herb marinade. Ideal as an appetizer or side dish.
Margherita Pizza
The quintessential Neapolitan pizza with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and olive oil on a perfectly charred crust.
Marmitako (Basque Tuna Stew)
A hearty and flavorful Basque tuna stew, traditionally prepared by fishermen along the Cantabrian coast. This one-pot meal features tender chunks of fresh tuna braised with potatoes, sweet peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce.