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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

  • Creamy Chicken Fettuccine with Snow Peas and Walnuts

    1 Tablespoon butter or margarine 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon lemon pepper 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk ¼ cup dry white wine or vermouth…

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  • Tagliatelle al Tonno

    Ingredients 1 pound tagliatelle* 1 7-0unce can tuna fish 2½ ounces (½ cup) walnuts** Grated rind of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 4 teaspoons chopped parsley 4…

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  • Tomato ‘n’ Beef Casserole with Polenta Crust

    Flavorful cornmeal-based crust is topped with hearty ground beef, tomato paste and sharp Cheddar cheese in this easy Italian casserole. 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup plain yellow cornmeal…

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  • Tuscan Pasta with Tomato-Basil Cream

    Ready in just 15 minutes, this pasta dish makes great use of easily found grocery store products such as refrigerated tortellini and Alfredo sauce. Chopped fresh basil mixed…

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  • Pizza Spaghetti Casserole

    Destined to become your kids’ new favorite meal, this easy casserole recipe combines classic family favorites such as pepperoni pizza and traditional spaghetti. Unbaked, the casserole can stay…

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  • Summer Tortellini Salad

    This cool summer salad is hearty enough for a meal and easy to make. Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs just before serving. 1 19-ounce package frozen cheese tortellini…

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  • Italian Brunch Casserole

    Delicious at any time of the day, reviewers consistently give this flavorful casserole 5-stars. Check out the recipe reviews for praise on its versatility from entertaining guests to…

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  • Spinach-Ravioli Lasagna

    Substituting frozen ravioli for lasagna noodles brings this lasagna to the table in only 45 minutes. A spin on classic lasagna, this white sauce version features a savory…

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  • Stromboli

    Stromboli Bread Dough ¼ pound sliced ham ¼ pound sliced pepperoni ¼ cup chopped onion ¼ cup chopped green pepper 1 14-ounce jar pizza sauce, divided ¼ pound…

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  • Shrimp Portofino

    Ingredients 24 large shrimp (peeled and deveined) 3 cups sliced mushrooms (washed and sliced (1/4 inch thick) 1 1/2 Ttablespoons roasted pine nuts 6 cups fresh spinach leaves…

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