There’s nothing quite like a bubbling pot of mućkalica to bring people together. This rustic Serbian stew is a brilliant way to use leftover grilled or roasted meat, but this version is far from ordinary. We're leaning into bold Balkan flavors by giving it a smoky twist with a generous base of ajvar — the […]
If you’ve never had a proper grilled pljeskavica before, get ready to seriously level up your burger game. This isn’t your average backyard patty—pljeskavica is the pride of Balkan grilling culture, a bold, juicy blend of meats and spices that hits you with flavor in every bite. Served hot off the grill inside soft flatbread […]
When it comes to comfort food with a crunchy golden exterior and a gooey, indulgent center, few dishes can match the iconic Karadjordje Roll. This Serbian classic, often described as a “schnitzel with a surprise,” is essentially a pork or veal cutlet rolled around a rich cream cheese filling, breaded, and deep-fried to crispy perfection. […]
There’s something truly special about the aroma of rosemary, garlic, and Dijon mustard slow-cooking together, especially when wrapped around a pot of meltingly tender lamb shanks. This rosemary dijon lamb shanks with roasted root vegetables recipe is a hearty, comforting dish that feels just as right on a chilly winter night as it does for […]
There’s something undeniably comforting about a steaming bowl of thick beef stew, especially when it’s infused with the deep, smoky complexity of Ethiopian berbere spice. This Ethiopian-inspired curried beef stew is what happens when East African flavors crash deliciously into the world of curry beef recipes. Inspired by the rich spice blends and slow-cooked meat […]
If there’s one dish that steals the show at any Puerto Rican holiday table, it’s pernil. This garlic-rubbed pernil with crispy skin and homemade sofrito is my go-to for celebrations, especially during the holidays when the smell of slow-roasting pork fills the house and draws everyone to the kitchen. This version leans heavily into authentic […]
When you think of a traditional French cassoulet recipe, your mind probably goes straight to white beans, duck confit, and slow-simmered pork. But this ground beef cassoulet with leeks and a golden, crusty topping takes everything we love about that rustic dish and gives it a cozy, simplified spin perfect for weeknight cooking or a […]
If you’ve ever sunk your teeth into a muffuletta sandwich, you know it’s not just a bite—it’s a whole experience. This Spicy Muffuletta Sandwich with Capicola and Giardiniera takes that New Orleans classic and kicks it up a notch with bold, fiery flavors. Between the layers of capicola, salami, and provolone cheese is a briny, […]
There’s something deeply comforting about a hearty, slow-cooked meal that fills the house with mouthwatering aromas and delivers fork-tender bites every time. This Slow-Cooked Beef Shoulder with Garlic Orzo is one of those dishes you’ll find yourself craving on chilly evenings or when you’re in the mood for a cozy beef dinner that feels both […]
This Baked Hawaiian Chicken with BBQ Sauce and Pineapple Rings is the kind of dish that turns a regular weeknight dinner into a mini tropical escape. Juicy chicken thighs are baked in a sweet and tangy Hawaiian-style barbecue sauce, then topped with caramelized pineapple rings for that signature island flair. It's the perfect balance of […]
