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Let’s go on a world food tour! Whatever you’re in the mood for, from meat-lovers to vegans, from Europe to Asia to North and South America, these recipes are for everyone who loves to eat delicious, simple food!
My goal is to showcase delicious dishes that I’ve made, which I find are (relatively) easy to make! Some recipes require more time, and effort, while others are done within 30 minutes, but, I promise, you’ll be pleased with what you’ve made!
Unlike other sites, I won’t be detailing all of my thoughts and feelings about each recipe because, let’s be real, in the end, you just want to figure out how to make the dish and what you need to buy at the grocery store. I cut right to the chase and tell you the ingredients you’ll need and show you what the final dish will look like!
As a side note, I’m a big fan of onions, garlic, ginger, and everything spicy, so my recipes might be somewhat heavy with these ingredients, or at least more so than some people :) Be aware of this and adjust these ingredients to your own preferences because you’re the one who will be doing the eating! Enjoy!
Recent Recipes
Corn and Pesto Gnocchi with Whipped Lemon Ricotta
For those pesto lovers, this is a great way to bring lots of fresh, summer flavors to your next pesto meal! Light and fluffy whipped ricotta with hints of lemon gives each bit a delicate cooling effect. Mix the pan-fried gnocchi with roasted corn and pesto and you’ve got a delicious summer meal whose taste, textures, and aromas will entice you to go back for seconds!
Lemon Snowflake Cookies
I’m a big fan of lemon desserts and when I want a lemony cookie, these are what I make. They are the perfect combination of soft, chewy cookies with a delicious touch of lemon that’s not overpowering. Coat the cookie dough balls in powdered sugar before baking to give you the striking snowflake effect. Whether for a summer party or you’re looking for a great cookie recipe that doesn’t use chocolate chips, you can’t go wrong with these!
Lemon Possets
A quick dessert that’s both simple and elegant, and perfect to make ahead for a special occasion! Neither overly sweet nor overpoweringly sour, its light, silky smooth texture and delicious blend of sweet and sour in a thick cream is what a showstopper is all about!
Frozen Blueberry Yogurt Bars
A tasty treat that’s easy to make and even easier to grab out of the freezer when you need a quick, healthy snack or dessert! With a few simple ingredients, which you might already have on hand, these bars are perfect if you’re craving something light and refreshing!
Walnut-Crusted Tilapia with Herby Italian Rice
A perfect meal for these warmer days! Citrusy lemon notes and tangy sharpness from Parmesan cheese pair deliciously from the crunchy walnut crusted fish and the flavorful herby rice. It’s a simple, yet elegant dish and a great meal when you want something lighter!
Spicy Harissa-Lentils with Lemon Tahini Dressing and Caramelized Onions
As summer turns to fall and the temperatures slowly start to drop, a delicious bowl of tender lentils is the perfect way to warm back up! Mixed with harissa, the lentils come with a bit heat to them, which is cooled with a silky lemon-tahini dressing. And top with irresistible caramelized onions to give your meal an extra level of decadence!
Crispy Vegan Chickpea Tacos
These tacos are so good, you'll forget they are completely vegan! The star of the show are the seasoned and crisped chickpeas that provide an irresistible bite. Top with a refreshingly bright cucumber and tomato salad, pickled veggies, and hummus for a wonderful blend of flavors! And drizzle a decadent tahini-lemon dressing overtop just for good measure! So good, even the meat-eaters will be coming back for more!
Rhubarb and Raspberry Streusel Bars
May and June are the rhubarb months! Rhubarb has such a unique texture and that tart sweetness that makes them irresistible, I always have to make something fun with it every year to celebrate rhubarb! Rhubarb pairs great with lots of different berries, so in this recipe, they’re paired with raspberries. This pairing retains the tartness of the rhubarb and raspberries, but also allows for the berry-sweetness of the raspberries to shine through! It’s a perfect match and hard to have just one bar!
Hefezopf (Braided Sweet Bread)
This is one of those recipes that reminds me of home and my mom’s baking. A light, fluffy yeasted braided sweet bread with a lemon-sugar glaze on top, it’s both impressive to present and easier to make than you might think! And it’s so good, you can eat it plain or add some butter, or with your favorite spread, to make the perfect slice!
Viennese Schnitzel (Wiener Schnitzel)
One of the most well-known foods from Austria, schnitzel is loved throughout German-speaking countries and plenty of other parts of the world. Thin cuts of veal, breaded and fried to golden-brown perfection, with a squeeze of lemon, to cut through the fat, enjoying a schnitzel is always a good idea!
Brussels Sprouts with Pickled Carrots, Cilantro and Citrus Vinaigrette
This is a wonderful dish full of fall flavors (with a hint of summer for those of us who can’t let go 😊). Crispy charred Brussels sprouts creates a delicious base that’s topped with decadent pickled carrots, toasted walnuts, and mixed together with a drizzle of a citrus vinaigrette. Vegetarian and seasonal, this is perfect as a main dish or a side dish and will showcase those falls flavors beautifully!
Summery Mint and Lemon Couscous Salad
Ripe tomatoes and crunchy cucumbers add a delicious bite to this fantastic salad that emphasizes the freshness of the summery mint and lemon! Perfect for a light dinner or a fresh side dish to bring to an event, this is a great recipe for any event! Finish most of the prep while the couscous steams, leaving you only to assemble the salad whenever you’re ready, how easy is that!
Blueberry and Lemon Sweet Rolls
Can anyone say blueberry-lemon sweet rolls? A perfect dessert for these summer months when blueberries and lemons are everywhere! These soft and gooey sweet rolls, drizzled with a decadent lemon glaze are the way to go and great dessert for any occasion!
