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Maharagwe

June 13, 2025 smitsa 0

Maharagwe is a rich, comforting East African dish made with beans simmered in spiced coconut milk. The name “maharagwe” simply means “beans” in Swahili, and […]

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Desserts of Mongolia

June 13, 2025 smitsa 0

Mongolian cuisine is traditionally meat- and dairy-focused due to the nomadic lifestyle and harsh climate, so desserts are generally simple and made with ingredients that […]

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Tahinopita

June 2, 2025 smitsa 0

Tahinopita (Greek: Ταχινόπιτα, Cypriot: Ταχινόπιττα) is a traditional Cypriot and Greek pastry made with tahini (sesame paste) and typically enjoyed during Lenten periods because it […]

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Galaktoboureko

May 29, 2025 smitsa 0

Galaktoboureko (Greek: Γαλακτομπούρεκο) is a traditional Greek dessert made with a creamy semolina custard encased in layers of crispy phyllo dough, all soaked in a […]

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Souzouko

May 24, 2025 smitsa 0

Souzouko (Greek: Σουτζούκος or Σουζούκος) is a traditional Cypriot and Greek sweet made from grape must (juice) and nuts, especially almonds or walnuts. It’s a […]

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Rizogalo

May 21, 2025 smitsa 0

Rizogalo (Greek: ρυζόγαλο) is the classic Greek rice pudding — a creamy, comforting dessert made from rice, milk, sugar, and often flavored with cinnamon and […]

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Portokalopita

May 18, 2025 smitsa 0

Portokalopita (Greek: πορτοκαλόπιτα) is a Greek orange phyllo cake, beloved for its moist, syrup-soaked texture and bright citrus flavor. The name comes from “portokali” (orange) […]

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Loukoumades

May 14, 2025 smitsa 0

Fried dough balls, similar to doughnut holes, drenched in honey syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon and crushed nuts. Loukoumades (Greek: λουκουμάδες) are small, golden, deep-fried […]

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Anarokrema

May 10, 2025 smitsa 0

Anarokrema (Greek: Αναρόκρεμα) is a traditional Cypriot dessert made primarily with anari cheese, a soft, mild whey cheese similar to ricotta. Soft cheese as part […]

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Pastelaki

May 2, 2025 smitsa 0

Pastelaki (Greek: Παστελάκι) is a traditional Cypriot and Greek sweet—a nut or seed brittle made with honey, carob syrup, or sugar, often flavored with sesame […]

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Preparation of Alfredo Sauce

May 2, 2025 smitsa 0

Alfredo sauce is a rich, creamy white sauce that originated in Italy but became especially popular in American-Italian cuisine. It’s typically served with pasta—most famously […]

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Quesadillas

April 29, 2025 smitsa 0

Quesadillas are a beloved dish in Mexican cuisine, and they’ve become popular worldwide in various forms. At their core, quesadillas are tortillas filled with cheese, […]

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Carne Asada

April 29, 2025 smitsa 0

Carne asada is a Mexican dish consisting of chargrilled and sliced beef, usually marinated and cooked over high heat to achieve a charred exterior and […]

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The Mixed Herb Bouquet

April 29, 2025 smitsa 0

Mixed herb bouquets, known as bouquets garnis in French cuisine or hierbas de olor in Latin American cooking, are a blend of aromatic herbs used […]

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The Cuisine Of Ecuador

April 29, 2025 smitsa 0

Ecuadorian cuisine is diverse and rich in flavor, heavily influenced by the country’s varied geography, ranging from the coastal regions to the high Andes mountains […]

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A Chilled Cheese Dip

April 28, 2025 smitsa 0

Designing a chilled cheese dip (rather than a typical hot, melty one) means thinking differently — the texture, flavor intensity, and temperature all change when […]

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Making Ajvar

April 28, 2025 smitsa 0

Ajvar is a Balkan roasted red pepper and eggplant spread — originally from countries like Serbia, Macedonia, and Croatia. If you’ve ever enjoyed Dubrovnik and […]

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Making Green Enchilada Sauce

April 16, 2025 smitsa 0

Here is a recipe to make a ‘from-scratch’ green enchilada sauce recipe using green chile peppers, jalapeños, and green tomatoes. It’s zesty, slightly spicy, and […]