European Recetas

Pasta with Cauliflower, Prosciutto, and Parmesan

Our whole family enjoyed this flavorful pasta that I cooked tonight. Despite the chicken broth, this is a…

Lorraine Pascale's Crouching Tiger, Hidden Zebra Cake

I love making cakes that are a bit different but with cakes I always seem to revert back to my old favourites.…

Make your own Italian cherry wine (visciolato)

There are various fruit wines, but especially in Italy develops a very special cherry wine, discover how it…

Arangini.....or Rice Balls....or Werewolf balls....I'm not sure

The German Goddess and I were discussing food one day, as happens a few times a week. On day I was making…

German Potato Salad (Insalata Patate Tedesca)

Normally I am not a German Potato Salad eater but I love this tangy, potato salad and it has become a favorite…

Slow Beer Braised Oxtail

Slow and easy does it for this melt in the mouth meal.

Amaretto cake

Amaretto adds a good amount of sophistication to this cake recipe that is simply perfect for a late afternoon pick-me-up. Try it this week-end, you…

Italian bruschetta with duck and caramelized onions

Italian bruschetta with duck and caramelized onions is one of my favorite snacks. It is a real gourmet snack, I…

pasta 'alla GIGI' style

For a dedicated post on several lightened pasta dishes: https://www.foodessa.com/2019/06/light-pasta-dish-pleasures.html

Frango à Brás - Chicken with potato sticks

This is a typical Portuguese recipe inspired by another (Bacalhau à Brás) I grew up with. Our family does not…

Chestnut Bread

A wholesome, flavorful sweet bread that can be served anytime!

Chocolate turrón

Turrón is typical Christmas fare in Spain and the chocolate variety is always a favourite with kids.

Chicken Pepperoni

Baked Spaghetti Casserole

This was taken from the Food Network Magazine, January/February 2012 issue, page 53. The total time for this casserole is a little over two…