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Did you know this dish originated in Germany? According to foodreferences.com; "Although quiche is now a classic dish of French cuisine, quiche actually originated in Germany, in the medieval kingdom of Lothringen, under German rule, and which the French later renamed...

Once you learn the basics, the possibilities are endless — and that’s exactly what this Basic Quiche Recipe delivers. With a simple, foolproof egg-to-cream ratio, you can create dozens of different quiches by swapping in your favorite fillings. Whether you prefer a...

An Elegant & Flavor-Packed Dish. If you’re looking to impress guests or elevate your next special dinner, these Black Garlic Lamb Chops with Red Wine Reduction are a showstopper. The sweet, umami-rich black garlic creates a delicious crust on the lamb, while fresh...

A great pie starts with a great crust — and this classic Pâte Brisée delivers buttery, tender, and beautifully flaky results every time. This French-style shortcrust pastry is versatile, easy to work with, and forms the ideal foundation for sweet pies, quiches, tarts,...

It seems culinary terms are thrown about by every Tom, Dick and Harry now.  Aioli is seen on almost every menu. The problem, is as with everything, even cooking terms have been “dumbed down” and abused.  Any true chef worth their salt knows that there are distinct...

Creamy, Rich & Ready in Under 30 Minutes. Looking for a restaurant-quality pasta sauce that comes together fast? This Quick Vodka Sauce is rich, velvety, and full of flavor — without hours of simmering. The vodka helps brighten the tomatoes and creates a silky...

If you've never tried a traditional South African milk tart, it's about time you did! It's made with a flaky sweet pastry and has a milky, velvety custard that's light as air. It will easily become an exciting new dessert to share with friends. Baked by Alie Romano...

I never heard of these until that movie came out; Fried Green Tomatoes.  We bought an older book titled Best Recipes From The Backs Of Boxes, Bottles, Cans & Jars in a thrift shop, found the recipe and loved it.  This recipe is for any colour tomato, and in fact...

A boozy elegant dessert.  This is a GREAT dessert from one of my favourite celebrity cooks, Jennifer Paterson (of Two Fat Ladies fame). She got this recipe from an Irish family, and it beautifully captures the essence of a classic Irish Coffee in pudding form—rich...

Òlamaid deoch-slàinte! An Ode to Single Malt   On the 25th of January there is a tradition to have a Burns Night Supper in honour of the “Bard” Robert Burns, Scotland's favourite son, the Ploughman Poet. The menu is usually quite specific and includes Haggis, a...

At first glance, you might be fooled: These cupcakes look exactly like the real deal. But a bite into the denser, less-springy cake makes it obvious that they aren't the packaged originals--though mostly in a good way. The dark chocolate and coconut combination is...

Today is Welsh Rarebit Day, and the ‘Fluffy Bunny Brigade’ can rest easy—this is a proper Welsh Rabbit, not Rarebit. This light, airy version transforms the traditional toasted cheese dish into individual soufflé-like bakes that rise beautifully in the oven. It’s a...

by Paul Fassa  . Natural Society  . Recently by Paul Fassa: You’ve Been Lied to About the Fever  . We’ve been conditioned to accept pharmaceutical prescriptions from doctors or to buy over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceuticals for pain relief. Some prescriptions can be...