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3060 traditional recipes from around the world
Cozido à Portuguesa
Cozido à Portuguesa is a hearty and traditional Portuguese mixed boil, often served as a celebratory Sunday feast. It features a variety of meats and root vegetables simmered together in a flavorful broth, creating a comforting and abundant meal.
Cozze Gratinate
Gratinated mussels - baked mussels with breadcrumb topping. Pugliese specialty.
Crema Catalana
Crema Catalana, meaning 'Catalan cream,' is a traditional Spanish dessert that predates its French counterpart, crème brûlée. It features a rich, citrus and cinnamon-infused custard base topped with a brittle, caramelized sugar crust.
Crème Brûlée
French burnt cream - a luxurious and silky vanilla custard base crowned with a shatteringly crisp, caramelized sugar crust. The satisfying crack of the spoon through the sugar is the signature joy of this classic dessert.
Croque Monsieur
A classic French grilled ham and cheese sandwich, elevated with a rich béchamel sauce and topped with melted Gruyère. For a Croque Madame, simply add a fried egg on top.
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.
Crostata di Ricotta
A classic Italian ricotta tart featuring a sweet, creamy ricotta filling infused with citrus zest and studded with chocolate chips, all encased in a rustic shortcrust pastry (pasta frolla). This dessert is a delightful treat, often enjoyed during holidays like Easter.
Crumpets
Classic British griddle cakes, known for their wonderfully spongy texture and signature honeycomb of holes. Perfect for a comforting tea time treat.
Csirkepaprikás
A quintessential Hungarian comfort food, Csirkepaprikás features tender chicken pieces braised in a rich, creamy sauce infused with sweet Hungarian paprika and finished with a swirl of sour cream. Traditionally served with nokedli (Hungarian dumplings) or egg noodles.
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.
Currywurst
Berlin's iconic street food. Juicy grilled bratwurst, sliced and generously coated in a homemade, tangy curry ketchup sauce, finished with a sprinkle of aromatic curry powder. Typically served with crispy French fries.
Dammsugare (Swedish Punch Rolls)
Dammsugare, literally meaning 'vacuum cleaner' in Swedish, are classic, no-bake Swedish pastries. These delightful rolls feature a rich, moist cake and butter filling, flavored with arrack liqueur (punsch), all enrobed in vibrant green marzipan and finished with chocolate-dipped ends. Traditionally made to use up leftover sponge cake, they are a beloved treat for fika (coffee break).
Dampfnudeln (German Steamed Buns)
Soft, fluffy, yeasted dumplings steamed in milk and butter, traditionally served as a dessert in Bavaria. They develop a slightly crisp bottom during steaming.
Dampfnudeln with Sauerkraut
Traditional German savory steamed dumplings (Dampfnudeln) served with hearty sauerkraut and crispy pork belly. This recipe focuses on the Palatinate style, known for its rich flavors and satisfying textures.
Daube Provençale
A classic Provençal beef stew, slow-braised in red wine with aromatic vegetables, olives, and a hint of orange peel. This rich and deeply flavorful dish is the epitome of Mediterranean comfort food, best enjoyed after a day or two of resting to allow the flavors to meld.
Diples (Greek Honey Scrolls)
Diples are traditional Greek honey scrolls made from thinly rolled fried dough, drenched in a sweet honey syrup, and often topped with crushed walnuts and cinnamon. They are a popular treat during holidays like Christmas and are also served at weddings.
Dolmades (Greek Stuffed Grape Leaves)
Tender grape leaves delicately wrapped around a flavorful mixture of herbed rice, toasted pine nuts, and sweet currants, all gently simmered and served with a bright lemon finish. A classic Mediterranean appetizer.
Döner Kebab (Berlin Style)
Experience the iconic Berlin-style Döner Kebab, a beloved Turkish-German fusion that has become Germany's most popular fast food. This recipe focuses on assembling a delicious döner at home, even without a vertical spit.
Draniki (Potato Pancakes)
Draniki are traditional Belarusian potato pancakes, a beloved dish also widely enjoyed in Russia. They are made from grated potatoes and onions, pan-fried until golden brown and crispy. Best served hot with a dollop of sour cream.
Dresdner Eierschecke
A traditional Saxon layered cake from Dresden, featuring three distinct layers: a yeast dough base, a creamy quark filling, and a rich egg custard topping.
Dublin Coddle
A hearty and comforting Irish sausage and bacon stew, where potatoes and onions are slowly simmered to perfection. A true taste of Dublin's working-class heritage.
Dundee Cake
A rich and traditional Scottish fruit cake, studded with dried fruits and topped with a distinctive pattern of almonds. Perfect for special occasions.
Eccles Cake
Flaky, sweet currant pastries originating from Lancashire, England. These individual tart-like pastries are a classic British treat.
Éclair au Chocolat
An iconic French patisserie classic: crisp, elongated choux pastry shells filled with rich vanilla pastry cream and enrobed in a glossy chocolate glaze. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful afternoon treat.