Taste of Heaven

Caldo Verde (“Green Broth”) is a beloved Portuguese soup, simple but comforting, especially in the north of the country. It is a thick, puréed potato soup base, traditionally featuring very thinly sliced collard greens (couve-galega) and slices of smoky Chouriço sausage. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 45 minutes 6 Part A: Ingredients Part…

Niú Ròu Miàn is an iconic Taiwanese dish: a rich, aromatic, slightly spicy beef broth that is slow-braised with tender pieces of beef shank, served over chewy noodles and topped with pickled greens and fresh cilantro. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 30 minutes 3 hours 6 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions Step 1: Prepare…

Spanakopita is a traditional Greek savory pastry made from layers of crisp, buttery Phyllo pastry (filo) and a rich filling of spinach, feta cheese, onions, and fresh herbs (dill and parsley). Prep Time Cook Time Serves 40 minutes 50 minutes 8-10 slices Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions Step 1: Prepare the Filling Step 2:…

Gulyás is the national dish of Hungary, a thick, hearty soup or stew that defines the cuisine. It is characterized by slow-cooked beef, potatoes, carrots, and large amounts of Hungarian Paprika (both sweet and hot), creating a rich, deep red color and savory flavor. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes 2 hours 30 minutes…

Lumpia Shanghai are smaller, thin, crunchy fried spring rolls popular in the Philippines. They are typically filled with seasoned ground meat and finely diced vegetables, served with a sweet and sour dipping sauce. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 40 minutes 15 minutes Approx. 30 rolls Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions Step 1: Prepare the…

Harira is a classic, hearty Moroccan soup, traditionally consumed during Ramadan to break the fast. It is intensely flavorful, based on tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and lamb or beef, thickened with a mixture of flour and water known as Tadwira. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 30 minutes 1 hour 30 minutes 8 Part A: Ingredients Part…

Pad See Ew is a popular Thai street food dish featuring wide, flat rice noodles stir-fried at high heat with Chinese broccoli, egg, and meat, coated in a savory, slightly smoky, dark soy sauce glaze. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 15 minutes 2 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions Step 1: Prep the…

Soupe à l’Oignon Gratinée is a classic French country soup renowned for its intensely flavorful, deep brown beef and onion broth, topped with a thick slice of toasted bread (crouton) and a generous layer of melted, bubbly cheese. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes 1 hour 30 minutes 4 Part A: Ingredients Part B:…

Enchiladas Suizas (“Swiss Enchiladas”) are a Mexican-American dish, named for the Swiss influence of cream and cheese on a traditional Mexican preparation. They are characterized by a filling (usually shredded chicken) rolled in tortillas and smothered in a creamy, bright green tomatillo sauce. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 30 minutes 30 minutes 6 Part A:…

Mercimek Çorbası is a velvety, comforting, and simple Turkish red lentil soup. It is puréed until smooth and often finished with a generous drizzle of spicy, bright red paprika-mint infused butter (nane narenç). Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 40 minutes 6 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions Step 1: Sauté and Combine Step…