Tusenbladstårta, translated means thousand leaves torte or in English spelled as Tusenbladstarta. It is a delicious Swedish dessert that looks very impressive, but it is really easy to make; your guests will think you spent hours and hours cooking. Okay, so it doesn’t have a thousand layers, how about 6! Nevertheless it is very good…
Recipes List
Tilapia Ceviche Recipe
Tilapia ceviche is just one of the many variations of the popular ceviche of Central and South America. Ceviche is a dish typical of Central and South America. Its origins are highly disputed among various Central and South American countries. Before the Spanish conquest, the Indians prepared ceviche by marinating it in a fermented juice…
The Aunt Lou Recipe Archives from Post World War I America
This section of my blog is dedicated to one of my husband’s relatives- Aunt Lou. It is a way for us to share with you family recipes that were until recently hidden in the cobwebs (okay, a Ziploc bag in the pantry) of time. You will find the ingredients are simple, and the recipes…
Terrine or Pate de Campagne Recipe
Terrine is a coarse ground pate that is baked in a loaf pan inside a water bath. Terrines normally incorporate two types of meats and use dried fruits, in the center, such as figs, apricots or cherries. The process of making a terrine is not difficult, only involved since you will be utilizing a few…
Spaetzle Recipe
Spaetzles are a German egg noodle or small dumpling which are simple to make and can be frozen for later use. They are a great complement to a beef, pork roast, chicken, and can be eaten plain. You can toss in some onions sautéed with bacon or serve with an onion soup broth too. Besides…
Panamanian Beef Stew Recipe
Panamanian beef stew, made with natural ingredients, is simply delicious. It’s your tried and true comfort food beef stew with a Latin American twist! Learn how to make this stew with homemade sofrito and recaito for an spicy authentic flavor. The dish also reheats well for a quick meal. Panamanian beef stew is a humble,…
Nappe Consistency: The Perfect Texture
Nappe consistency is a French culinary term. It is a term that refers to the consistency of a sauce. Nappe consistency is achieved when the sauce reaches a thickness that allows it to coat the food evenly. It should not be too thick or too thin. How do you know then your sauce has reached the right consistency? Take a…
The History of Flan
The history of flan goes back a long way. Read on! Flan has been around since Roman times when people began to keep domesticated chickens in their homes. Cooks needed an outlet for all the surplus eggs, thus the flan was born. Initially though flan was a savory dish, flavored with herbs and spices. This …
Coconut Flan Recipe
Coconut flan recipe is a great addition to any recipe box/binder. The preparation can be a bit tricky since it is a dessert that requires a certain amount of babysitting. Nevertheless, it is not difficult to make. If you take your time and follow instructions carefully you will end with with an impressive and delicious…
Curry: A Blend of Seven Spices
A personalized curry blend. Curry is the backbone of Indian and other Asian cuisines. Because you are creating your own blend, you can make it bolder, spicier or milder according you your taste. Feel free to name it too, that’s half the fun! mine is called: Analida’s Curry; not very original I know. The brightness…
