World Recipes

Today is first day of Summer in Australia, and day that I usually start baking for Christmas. It's relieving to know that outside temperatures are unusually low this year. My list is including: Scottish Shortbread, Austrian 'Zimtsterne', Wiener Poppy Seed Mini Muffins, Italian 'Panetonne', Coconut Biscuits, Poppy Seed Spirals, Chocolate and Fresh Ginger Biscuits, and Sesame Wafers, Hazelnut Truffles and more (recipes coming!). At last but not at least, Gingerbread House from scratch.Ingredients:...

For my mums' 70th Birthday!Time consuming cake, that needs good planing and timing.Ingredients:-Caramelized nuts:250 g hazelnuts100 g sugar (next time I'll put 150 g sugar)-Gelatinous filling:1 L milk150 g sugar3 packets of gelatin1/2 L whipping cream-Bottom layer:6 tbs flour100 g butter2 egg yolks8 tbs processed caramel/nuts mixture-Layers 'in-between':4 egg whites10 tbs caramel/nuts mixture2 tbs flourMethod:1-First make caramel/nuts part, as you going to need it for many layers.Put sugar in a...

Ingredients:Vine leaves (40+)1,5 cups rice (Basmati)+ dry stock1/4 cup olive oil1 large or 2 small capsicums, finely diced1 small eggplant, diced 2 onions, diced1/2-1 tbs 'Vegeta', or other dry stocksalt, black pepperMethod:Cook rice half way through (3/4 water + 1 teas stock powder - 10 minutes in microwave). Let it cool.Salt eggplant let it rest for 20 minutes, then squeeze the moisture out.Heat oil, fry diced onions until translucent, add capsicum and eggplant. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes. Mix...

Like the taste of sour dough bread, but don't want to wait long time for starter to get sour? Try this recipe for authentic taste. Please use bakers flour (with more than 11% protein).Ingredients:1 cup +1 tbs water1/2 cup thick non-fat yogurt1 tbs lemon juice2 tbs oil1,5 teas salt2 teas salt4 cups flour1 1/4 teas yeastMethod:If you're using bread machine, put all ingredients in listed order, and choose settings for white bread. Alternatively, just make the dough, take it out, shape it and let it...

Delightful bites at any time and occasion!Fritters: 2-4 small zucchinis1 large carrot1 large onion2-3 medium potatoes2 eggs1-1,5 cups SR flour1/2 cup fine corn meal1 teas salt, pepperoil for fryingBeetroot Tzatziki:1 large beetroot,peeled and grated1-1,5 cups yogurt2-3 gloves garlic, crushedMethod:Grate all vegetable, put salt and let rest for 10-15 minutes. Squeeze the moisture,replace into other bowl; add eggs, flours and pepper. Mix well. Heat oil in a frying pan. Place a spoonful into hot oil...

My son Vigor is 13!Ingredients:1 sponge cake, bought or made (4 eggs, 6 tbsp sugar, 4 tbsp flour, 1 tbsp corn flour; I added 1 tsp instant coffee), cut horizontally in 21 cup strong coffee with 3 tsp sugar1L (4 cups) coffee ice creamChocolate and cocoa for decoratingMethod:Take ice cream out of fridge to soften. Prepare cake tin (sponge has to fit in it), cover with plastic foil. Spoon/brush coffee over each 1/2 of sponge cake. Mix ice cream well, until you achieve spreadable texture. Place 1 sponge...

In my grater family I have Catholics, Orthodoxes and Muslims, so celebrating our similarities and differences is something that we take seriously. It usually starts in November (my sons birthdays), and last for 3 months. A lot of biscuits is baked, eaten and given as a gift during this period. Chocolate Ginger Biscuits are 'must-have' in my home, especially during upcoming holidays.Ingredients:5-7 cm fresh ginger, peeled and grated185 g flour2 tbs cocoa115 g wholemeal flour1/4 teas salt1/4 teas...

As 'Bosnian Pita' is most popular page on my blog, I've decided to show simplified technique to all who want to learn making pastry, but are indecisive, because it looks difficult. This version of 'Pita' doesn't require very thin pastry, and even if the pastry tears a bit is OK, because only folding is involved. 'Maslenica' is pita with 'maslo' (Ghee); I started practicing on this sort of Pita.Follow this recipe to make your pastry and prepare surface.Prepare filling (your choice):-Sauteed onions...

This is an old recipe from times when families had many members and not plenty of food. It's called blind, because no one knew what they gonna get in their portion.I would call it 'Comfort food' because it's very satisfying.Ingredients:2 large eggs1 teas salt3-4 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter)1/4 teas black pepper1 cup yogurt/buttermilk1 cup wholemeal flour1,5 cup plain flour1 tbs dried onions2 medium potatoes, grated1/4 teas baking powdermilk to need (to make consistency of pancake mixture)Cooked...

I don't know why it is called 'Spanish Wind'. What I do know is that there is no other cake/torte you can compare with this one.Please note: Below is original recipe, which gives a huge (rectangle) torte. Pictured above is smaller, round version (9 eggs).Ingredients:-3 meringue layers, for each layer you'll need: 4 egg whites225 g caster sugar1 teas white vinegar-Filling/icing12 egg yolks1 L milk8 tbsp sugar5 tbsp flour300 g hazelnuts (or other nuts), roasted, processed1,5 cups (375 g) butter,...

Quick tasty dinner made from leftovers!Ingredients: 2-3 portions of steamed jasmine rice (1 cup raw rice)1 roasted chicken, shredded (or fry diced chicken meat/prawns)1 egg (optional)fried as pancake, sliced3 tbs olive oil1 large onion, diced2 garlic cloves, crushed1-2 hot chillies, sliced1 tbs thai red curry paste1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrot, corn)1 tbs soy sauce2 tbs oyster sauce3 drops sesame oil2-3 green onions, chopped3-4 tbs coriander leaves, choppedMethod:Heat oil, fry onions,...

I avoid using artificial colours or additives in my food, but once a year it is OK, especially if it's someones wish to have it for their Birthday.One other reason is the 'wow' factor that you get when cutting this cake.Ingredients:--7 layer sponge:7 egg whites (medium)2 cups sugar1 cup unsalted butter, melted2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup milk, room temperature1/2 cup sour cream3 cups plain flour3 teas baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltFood colours: Yellow, Red, Blue-Icing:3 cups milk1 cup sugar5...

Something for our youngest (and those who feel young at heart).Ingredients:20 cocktail frankfurts1/2 cup coarse polenta1/2 cup fine polenta (corn meal)1/2 cup SR flour1/2 teas salt1/2 cup tasty cheese, finely grated1/2 cup butter milk1 egg, large beaten50 g butter, meltedOil for deep fryingwooden skewersMethod:Insert skewers into each frakfurt (I half the long ones).Combine all dry ingredients, add all wet ingredients, mix well. Batter should be thicker than pancake mix (if too thick add extra...

November is month of Birthday Cakes in my home, as my both sons, my mother, my best friend and my mother-in-low are born in this month.My dear friend Ann is first on the November list. I decided to make Raffaello Torte for her, because she likes coconut. Coming up in next few weeks: 'Rainbow Torte', 'Havana', 'Spanish Wind', 'Tiramisu torte'.Ingredients:Sponges-6 egg whites, from large eggs (or 7 small)250 g sugar, caster150 g coconut, dessicated100 g flourCream-6 egg yolks500 ml milk200 g sugar4...