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A classic from the coastal Canadian province of Newfoundland, this dish is the definition of comfort food. It features salt cod or fresh cod baked in a rich, creamy, cheese-heavy sauce, with a crispy, golden top. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 30 minutes 4 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions Step 1: Prep…
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Jollof Rice is a classic West African dish popular across the region, though Ghana and Nigeria famously compete over whose version is best! Ghanaian Jollof is often defined by its aromatic parboiled rice cooked in a rich, deeply flavored, and subtly sweet smoked tomato-pepper base. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes 1 hour 15…
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Bistecca alla Fiorentina is one of Italy’s most famous meat dishes, originating in Florence. It involves a massive, thick-cut T-bone or Porterhouse steak, cooked over high heat until perfectly seared on the outside and exceptionally rare on the inside, requiring minimal seasoning to let the meat quality shine. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 1 hour…
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Takoyaki, or Japanese Octopus Balls, are a must-try for any street food enthusiast! Originating in Osaka, these savory, crispy-on-the-outside, and gooey-on-the-inside dough balls are filled with a bite of tender octopus and drizzled with delicious sauces.1 Making them at home requires a special takoyaki pan, but the results are incredibly rewarding.2 Ingredients For the Batter:…
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Bigos (pronounced bee-gohss) is a deeply flavored, hearty Polish stew made from a mix of fresh and fermented cabbage (sauerkraut), various cuts of meat (often pork, sausage, and bacon), and forest ingredients like wild mushrooms and juniper berries. It is famously better the next day, and often simmered over multiple days. Prep Time Cook Time…
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Pabellón Criollo is the national dish of Venezuela, a satisfying plate composed of four distinct, colorful elements: savory shredded beef (carne mechada), rice, stewed black beans (caraotas negras), and sweet fried plantain slices (tajadas). The quality of the dish lies in the individual preparation of each component. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 30 minutes 2…
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This lamb curry is made by slow cooking lamb shanks and chunks of lamb shoulder in a flavorful curry base with chopped apple, potatoes, onions, garlic, lemon, and raisins until it is fall apart tender. It’s so good! The apples, onions, and raisins give the lamb curry some sweetness, while a couple slices of lemon…
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Mole Poblano is one of Mexico’s most iconic and complex dishes. It is a dense, dark sauce that can include 20-30 different ingredients, including several types of chili peppers, nuts, seeds, spices, and a touch of unsweetened chocolate. The complexity comes from toasting and frying the ingredients to create deep flavor layers. Prep Time Cook…
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Sinigang is a Filipino sour and savory soup/stew, famous for its distinct tartness, traditionally derived from tamarind (sampalok). The flavor is a perfect balance of sour, savory, and a hint of heat. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 1 hour 15 minutes 6 Part A: Ingredients For the Soup For the Vegetables (Added in…
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Osso Buco, literally “bone with a hole,” refers to cross-cut veal shanks braised in a flavorful white wine and vegetable stock. The authentic Milanese version is notable for its gremolata finish and typically uses white wine, not tomato paste (though some modern versions include it). Prep Time Cook Time Serves 25 minutes 2 hours 15…