World Recipes

...For my friend's 60-th birthday (during her visit to Australia)!F. was born on Korčula (Croatia), but lived in a few countries around the World. For last 30 + years, she was living and working in Holland.N. was also born on Korčula; he arrived to Australia when he was 16.I met both of them a couple of years ago and straight away we became friends. (I found out that, for some reason, I quite like Korčulans.)They met a few years ago, where else but on Korčula.Next year they planing to move back...

My favorite desserts are those made with apples, and this recipe is on the top of my list!Ingredients:Dough-2 cups flour1 egg, beaten1 tbs oilpinch of salt220 (+) ml waterFilling-7-8 apples, peeled, sliced ('Granny Smith' are the best)120 g butter1 cup breadcrumbs1/2 cup sultanas1 tbs rumzest 1/2 lemon1/2 cup sugar3-4 tbs apricot jam1-1,5 teas cinnamonmelted butter, extra for pastryegg, beaten for brushingMethod:For making and stretching dough, see Apple Strudel recipeFilling-Melt butter in a pan,...

I found this recipe some time ago on the Internet, and instantly became one of family favorites.Ingredients:Dough-500g flour2 teas yeast3-4 tbs olive oil2 teas saltaround 400 ml warm waterFilling-500-600 g Ricotta cheese1 large egg2-3 tbs grated Parmesan2-3 tbs Basil pestoMethod:Make a soft dough (using bread maker is OK), let it double.Preheat oven to 180*C, line a Swiss roll tin with a silicon paper.While dough is rising, make the filling. Mix all ingredients well.Roll out the dough (when ready)...

Nothing beats home preserved olives - for a fraction of price compared to commercial ones.How to do it:Buy olives that seem fresh and without blemishes.Cut each one lenghtwise (to the stone). Place them into a bowl (bucket) cover with cold water and place a plate on top of them. For the next 4 weeks, change water every day (small olives are usually ready after 3 weeks - bite one if still bitter continue with changing water).After 4 weeks, put olives into clean jars.Boil water; add 40-50 g salt...

Something sweet for weekend...Ingredients:3 large eggs100 g caster sugar100 g plain flour150 ml double cream1-2 tbs icing sugar250-275 g lemon curdIcing-100 g icing sugar20 ml watera drop of vanillaMethod:Preheat oven to 190*C; prepare a Swiss roll tin (23 X 33 X 1,5 cm)line with silicon paper.Whisk eggs and sugar in a bowl, until thick and fluffy. Sift flour on top and fold in gently. Turn the mixture onto prepared tin and level the surface. Bake for 12-15 min. Take sponge out, cool slightly then...

For those who love Indian spices!Ingredients:4 tbs oil2 onions, chopped2 teas coriander seeds, ground1/2 teas cumin seeds, ground1/2 teas ground turmeric2,5 cm ginger, grated1 chilli, chopped1 teas Garam masala500 g minced beef250 g sweet potatoes, cubed300-400 g beans, cut into 2,5 cm piecessalt to tasteMethod:Heat oil in a sucepan, cook onions until soft. Add the spices and 1 tbs water, cook 5 min. Stir in beef and cook until it changes colour. Lower the heat, add potatoes and beans, cover with...

..Or, what to do if you find yourself in an Australian 'bush'- Sta da radite ako se nadjete u Australijskoj divljiniEnjoy watching Kangaroos!- Uzivajte posmatrajuci kengure!...If you wake up earlier than others - go for a walk!- ako se probudite ranije od drugih, otidjite u setnju.... organise a soccer game!-organizujte fudbalsku utakmicu!...If you're with Bosnian friends - make a traditional Bosnian meal (Sač /"Such")- ako ste u drustvu sa Bosancima, napravite Sač!Enjoy your time with friends...

Beautiful Italian dish; complete meal if served with a salad.Ingredients:2 l boiling water1 tbs sea salt300 g coarse grain cornmeal - polenta1 tbs extra virgin olive oil300 g fresh Italian pork sausage (or Kransky), crumbled90 g bacon, chopped1/2 tbs rosemary, chopped1 clove garlic, chopped4 tbs Parmesan cheese, freshly gratedMethod:Cook thick polenta from first 3 ingredients (microwave method is OK). Switch oven to 200*C.Oil a baking dish, large enough to contain polenta layer of 2,5 cm. Pour...

Carob powder is excellent surrogate for chocolate, and very rich in nutrients.Ingredients:Dough-350 g flour50 g sugar1 teas baking powder2 egg yellows250 g butterFilling-200 g carob powder1 cup flour1 2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup oil1 1/4 cup milk2 egg whites50 g chocolatezest of 1/2 lemonMethod:Make a smooth dough by mixing and kneading all ingredients. Divide into 2; roll out first half to a 32 X 22 cm rectangle. Put it into prepared tin covered with silicon paper. Mix all ingredients for filling, pour...

...reminds me of 3 days spent in Paris (a couple of years ago)!Unforgetable moment - waiting for Eiffel Tower lights to be switched on!Ingredients:60 g butter5 large onions, diced50 g flour2 l beef (chicken or vegetable) stock200 ml white winesalt and pepper50 g Gruyere cheese, (1/2 grated for bread) 1/2 cubedBaguette (or other bread), toasted with 1/2 of cheese on topSalt and pepper to tasteMethod:Melt butter in a saucepan, add onion then cook for 25 minutes until the onion is golden brown and...