Polenta with minced meat or stew: I learned this recipe from my grandmother, the flavor is wonderful!

Polenta or ground beef stew is one of those recipes that warms the heart and brings back good memories. I learned this delicious dish from my grandmother, and since then, I’ve been making it consistently when I’m craving a comforting and tasty dish. The combination of creamy polenta and well-seasoned ground beef stew is simply … Read more

Skillet Soft Bread – Ready in 10 Minutes

Are you looking for a quick recipe for homemade bread without an oven? Soft pan-fried bread is your best ally! Moist, flavorful, and ready in just 10 minutes, it doesn’t require long rising or baking. Perfect to accompany your dishes or satisfy a craving for fresh bread at the last minute. Ingredients (for 6 to 8 loaves) … Read more

Mushroom and Ham Puff Pastry

Mushroom and Ham Puff Pastry There are recipes that are unanimous from the first bite. This mushroom and ham puff pastry is one of them. A golden dough, crispy as can be, containing a melting heart of pan-fried mushrooms, smoked ham and runny cheese… Just thinking about it makes you salivate. It’s the kind of … Read more

Lebanese Tomato Salad

This Lebanese salad combines the freshness of tomatoes with a creamy pepper and garlic sauce, spiced up with sumac and smoked paprika. A tasty dish that only requires 10 minutes of preparation. This tomato salad takes me straight back to the sunny terraces of Beirut. I learned it during a trip to a Lebanese friend … Read more

Simple and delicious fried cabbage and potatoes – A comforting pan meal!

🥔 Tender potatoes and caramelized cabbage come together perfectly in this hearty, budget-friendly dish that’s packed with flavor and ready in less than 30 minutes! Perfect as a side dish or vegetarian main course, this easy recipe is a timeless homemade classic. Why you’ll love this dish ✅  Quick and easy – One skillet, simple ingredients! ✅ Naturally vegan/vegetarian (but … Read more

Crispy German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer)

🍽️ Golden, crispy on the outside, and melty on the inside, these traditional German potato pancakes are irresistibly delicious! Served with applesauce or crème fraiche, they’re perfect for breakfast, as a side dish, or for a hearty snack.     ✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe ✔  Authentic German Flavor – Just Like Oma Used to Do! ✔ Crispy Edges, … Read more

Stop boiling potatoes in water — try this best method!

Why Boiling Potatoes in Water Is a Mistake (And What To Do Instead) If you boil your potatoes in plain water, you’re missing out on intense flavor, finer texture, and better nutrient retention! The traditional method absorbs flavor and nutrients, leaving you with bland, waterlogged potatoes. Here’s why you should quit — and the smarter, tastier ways to cook potatoes that chefs and … Read more