European
European recipes span distinct national and regional traditions, from French sauces to Irish potato dishes. The child collections offer a more specific path through this broad archive of recipes and adaptations.
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British
A ploughman’s lunch, potato and cheese pie, and bubble and squeak provide different forms for a British meal. This collection gathers a small selection of British and British-inspired preparations.
Danish
Southern-style smørrebrød adapts a Danish open-sandwich format within this small collection. The recipe is an interpretation of that serving style, rather than a broad survey of Danish cooking.
French
French omelettes, Mornay sauce, and other preparations give this collection a focus on particular dishes and methods. Browse recipes with attention to their traditional forms and any adaptations described in the method.
German
Jägerschnitzel, spaetzle, and Himmel und Erde offer different starting points in this German collection. The recipes bring together savory dishes and accompaniments, with the details of each preparation explained individually.
Greek
Phyllo preparations, spinach-and-cheese bakes, and zucchini fritters with tzatziki give this Greek collection varied textures. Browse traditional dish names and Greek-inspired adaptations with their ingredients and serving suggestions in view.
Irish
Colcannon and a colcannon chowder offer a familiar dish and a soup adaptation in this Irish collection. Potatoes, greens, and differing preparations shape the recipes represented here.
Italian
Carpaccio, chicken Marsala, pasta, and other dishes give this Italian collection several directions. Browse specific preparations and their adaptations, with Italian-American dishes also providing a related path through the recipe box.
Polish
Gołąbki and cabbage or cottage cheese noodle dishes offer different textures in this Polish collection. These recipes provide several savory preparations within the wider range of Polish cooking.
Spanish
Spanish-style shrimp preparations and other dishes give this small collection its starting points. Browse each recipe for its specific ingredients and method, noting where a preparation is presented as an adaptation.
Swedish
Skagenröra, shrimp-filled baked potatoes, and Swedish-style meatballs offer different servings in this collection. These recipes bring Swedish-linked preparations into the recipe box with their individual ingredients and methods.
In this collection
Classic Meat Lasagna
1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2¼ pounds ground meat loaf mix (beef, pork and veal) 1 28½ ounce can crushed…
Chicken Cacciatore with Whole-Wheat Spaghetti
6 large skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds) ¼ teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 10-ounce package white mushrooms, cleaned and quartered 2 small green bell peppers,…
Savory Focaccia Pie
For a speedy and budget-friendly dinner, top focaccia with tomatoes, Italian sausage, baby spinach, and tangy feta cheese. ¾ cup oil-packed dried tomato halves with Italian herbs (3…
Layered Antipasto Salad
3 cups (9 ounces) uncooked mostaccioli or penne pasta 2½ cups broccoli florets 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 2 cups chopped tomato ½ pound deli roast beef slices,…
Mexican Lasagna
This Mexican Lasagna recipe is the ideal family recipe — easy to make, tasty and kid-tested. ½ pound ground mild pork sausage ½ pound ground beef 1 15-ounce…
Greek-Style Quesadillas
For a Mediterranean spin on a Mexican favorite, fill flour tortillas with roasted chicken, feta cheese, red onion, cucumber, Kalamata olives, and Greek vinaigrette salad dressing. Nonstick cooking…
Greek-Style Chicken Skillet
Chicken and a medley of garden-fresh vegetables simmer together in a garlic-spiced, tomato-based broth. Tangy feta cheese adds a touch of creaminess. 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves…
Avocado Basil Pasta
This 30-minute comfort dish combines crisp bacon, creamy avocado, and shredded Romano cheese. Lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic make a simple sauce. 8 ounces dried bow tie…
Thai Chicken Pasta
Forget takeout: this fresh twist on Pad Thai requires only six ingredients and 20 minutes to make. To make the dish spicier, stir in some crushed red pepper.…
Borscht
4 medium boiling potatoes, peeled and halved 2 carrots, coarsely chopped 2 celery ribs, coarsely chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 14- to 15-oz can…
