Pesto is native to the Italian region of Liguria. The very name “pesto” comes from the Italian verb “pestare”, which means “to crush” – a reference to the traditional method of preparation with a mortar and pestle. The main difference in this pesto, of course, is its base – purple basil. Compared to green basil, …
Coming from European cuisine, particularly from France and Great Britain, leeks are a close relative of onions and garlic. This version harmoniously combines Cheddar cheese and the delicate sweetness of stewed leeks. While some recipes use a simple béchamel, in this version I use heavy cream, which makes the flavor creamier and deeper, and the …
Banana Almond Flour Cookies are a delicious combination of the familiar flavor of banana bread and cookies with a soft, chewy texture. This recipe is an alternative for those who avoid refined flour products, gluten and sugar. Unlike many other cookies that use refined sugar, this recipe utilizes the natural sweetness of honey and bananas. …
Delicate and t the same time rich, simple but with multi-layered flavors – this is Pesto Genovese. A juicy green sauce from the heart of Italy, a timeless classic that knows no bounds. To begin with, I suggest to understand the definitions. Pesto, translated from Italian, means “to grind” or “crush”, such a name was …
Mutabal is a popular dish native to the Middle East in which eggplant is the base. This is a simple but very tasty dip or appetizer, perfect with warm lavash or pita bread, fresh vegetables such as carrots, cucumbers and sweet peppers. It also makes a great addition to grilled or kebabs, and can be …
This brownie version has the perfect balance between the coffee bitterness of espresso and the sweetness of dark chocolate. Each bite envelops the palate with a velvety texture and leaves behind a long, rich coffee-chocolate aftertaste. It also has a hint of earthiness from the cocoa and a slight caramel undertone from the sugar, a …
Traditional hummus is made primarily from chickpeas, tahini, olive oil and lemon juice. The Turkish version of hummus, on the other hand, often incorporates a wider range of ingredients and flavors. Unlike other variants, which are often served cold, Turkish hummus can be served warm, often topped with toppings such as pastrami (basturma, beef jerky) …
The history of banana bread goes back to the 1930s, during the Great Depression in the United States. During this time, it was necessary to utilize all foods and not let anything go to waste. Overripe bananas became a key ingredient in sweet, easy-to-make bread. The original recipes have evolved over time, with different fruits, …
I’ve had chocolate-free brownies, blondies and even ginger brownies on my blog before. But this time I wanted to go even further away from the classic and familiar flavors and make matcha brownies. As you can easily guess these brownies contain matcha powder. It’s a green tea powder originally from China, although today it’s more …
These pickles will be your favorite of the summer season. Cooked quickly, they are super crispy and flavorful. I’m going to show you an unusual spiral slicing of cucumbers, which I think brings out the flavors faster and stronger. But you can experiment with other types of slicing, using whichever you prefer. A few more …