Imqarrun il-forn is a staple of traditional Maltese cuisine. This popular baked macaroni recipe is something like a cross between lasagna and penne al ragù.
Recipes for Carnivores
Mexican Panuchos – Bean-Filled Tortilla Antojitos From the Yucatan
Panuchos are an essential street food and antojito hailing from the Yucatan Peninsula, a part of Mexico known for its outstanding local gastronomy.
Cebolla Morada en Escabeche – Mexican Pink Pickled Onion
Cebollas moradas are a crisp, tangy condiment found throughout Mexico, particularly in the Yucatan peninsula. Their tangy flavor and crunchy texture bring new dimension to tacos, tortas, BBQed meats and more.
Soppa tal-Qara Ahmar – Red Pumpkin Soup from Malta
This simple Maltese pumpkin dish employs a bit of semolina flour to transform from a basic soup into an ultra comforting porridge.
Obatzda – Home-Made Spiced Cheese & Beer Spread from Bavaria, Germany
A classic biergarten food, obatzda combines a few simple ingredients to create a brightly colored cheese spread with surprisingly complex flavor.
Ugnspannkaka – A Savory Swedish Baked Pancake with Bacon
The ugnspannkaka, a savory rendition of the traditional Swedish pancake, is made with same batter as the crêpe-like version, but with the addition of bacon and baked rather than cooked on the stovetop.
Esquites – Corn Salad from the Streets of Mexico
This delicious summer dish, typical of Northern Mexico, is a popular street food that makes for a great on-the-go snack, but we enjoy esquites just as much when they are served at home.
Tacos de Pollo – Mexican Shreaded Chicken Tacos
Tacos make for a cheap and practical meal, they are easy to cook and you can fill them with almost anything. The key to making great chicken tacos is all in the seasoning.
Frijoles Borrachos – Drunk Mexican Beans with Beer, Bacon and Chilis
These “drunk beans” may not look interesting, but their beer, bacon and chili ensures the flavor is anything but boring. Try serving frijoles borrachos as a warm soup, a dip, as a side, with grilled tortillas, or as a taco filling.
Falukorv i Ugn – Stuffed Swedish Sausage Gratin with Tomato, Onion & Cheese
This oven-baked dish is prepared with a large, smoked, pork and beef sausage from Sweden. Some compare Falukorv to a gigantic hotdog, and others to bologna, but one thing’s for sure, this meaty, cheesy, creamy dish is as satisfying to eat as it is easy to make.
Loubia – A Spiced Moroccan Tomato and Bean Soup
We love to enjoy this loubia recipe with some freshly baked bread as a main, but it’s equally satisfying served as part of a Moroccan “salad” course.
Chipotle Chicken Tostadas de Tinga de Pollo
A crowd pleasing plate that’s a spicy and smoky example of classic Mexican cooking.
Garbanzada a lo Canario – A Flavorful Canarian Chickpea Stew
This one-pot meal from the Canary Islands is packed with timeless Spanish flavors combos like garlic and pimentón.
Giniling Guisado – Tangy Meat & Tomato Stew
Sometimes called by the name ginsa, giniling guisado is meaty, rich and full of hearty vegetables.
Arroz Caldo – Filipino Rice Congee
The Filipino equivalent of chicken noodle soup, but made with rice, Arroz Caldo is the ultimate comfort food.
Flamenquines Cordobeses – Jamón-filled Pork Roulades
Tender pork rolled with jamón, and sometimes cheese, then breaded and fried to golden perfection.
Paniscia di Novara – Italian Rice & Beans
Like an ultra-rich bean-filled risotto, panissa is a perfect winter dish from the Piamonte region of Italy.
Currywurst – German Sausage with Curry-ketchup
A street food staple in Berlin, follow our recipe and you won’t have to visit Germany to enjoy this savory snack.
Mechadong Baka – Filipino Meat & Potato Stew
Slow-cooked beef in a tangy tomato sauce with potatoes and carrots, beef mechado is irresistibly flavorful and juicy.
Ärtsoppa – Swedish Pea Soup
A warming meal perfect for cold Swedish winters, enjoy this pea soup with knäckebröd (crisp bread) and follow with Swedish pancakes for dessert.
Spanish Tortilla Bites with Chorizo
The classic tortilla Española gets a bit sized makeover and is combined with slices of grilled chorizo to make for a party-ready plate of snacks.
Artichoke Buñuelos with Jamón
The Spanish are experts when it comes to frying foods without making them heavy and greasy and these artichoke fritters with jamón Ibérico prove just that.
Peposo alla Fornacina – Braised Chianti Beef
A simple Italian dish, beef braised over several hours in dry Chianti with whole peppercorns, served atop toasted slices of rustic country bread.
Chorizo al Vino Tinto – Wine Braised Spanish Sausage
This simple tapa only calls for two ingredient, Spanish chorizo and wine, but don’t worry, the resulting flavors are amazing.
Frango na Pucara – Portuguese Chicken with Wine Sauce
Buttery, tender chicken served with a wine-based gravy infused with the flavors of Portuguese spices and juicy ripe tomatoes.
Pollo alla Cacciatora – Italian Hunter-style Chicken
A rustic Italian chicken dish with peasant origins, there are many versions of chicken Cacciatore but this authentic Tuscan version is by far our favorite variety.
Fagioli all’Uccelletto – Tuscan Bean & Tomato Stew
Packed with the flavors of Tuscany, fagioli all’uccelletto makes the perfect accompaniment to mild Italian pork sausage but is just as enjoyable served as a main with fresh country bread.
Gattò – Cheese & Potato Casserole
This crispy and creamy “pie” from Naples is warm and comforting, with a distinctive outer crunch thanks to a coating of breadcrumbs and an extra bit of savory flavor from Italian deli meats.
Saltimbocca alla Romana – Veal with Prosciutto and Sage
The name of this dish literally translates to “jump in mouth”, and after taking your first bite of this Roman classic, it will be easy to understand why.