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How to Plan a Medieval Feast

By Allison Whyte

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Most think of medieval castles in their most somber mood of exposed stone and cold, echoing chambers. It is difficult to remember that in their time, and particularly when decked out for a feast, they shone with rich tapestries, warm fire light ... more »

How to Serve a Traditional Irish Breakfast

By eHow Food & Drink Editor

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Breakfast is, hands down, the meal that the Irish do best. Get into the St. Patrick's Day spirit by cooking this traditional Irish breakfast for your family... more »

How to Make a Soufflé

By eHow Food & Drink Editor

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In a souffle, beaten egg whites lift a simple white sauce to elegant heights. Souffles are good first courses; they might be rich, but they're light and airy, not substantial. This is a basic recipe, which can be adapted for various ingredients. ... more »

How to Make British Bread and Butter Pudding

By Sabah

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Bread and butter pudding is a simple version of bread pudding that is a staple food in Britain. It's comfort food that can be made richer with cream, eggs and even chocolate, but the basic recipe continues to be a longstanding tradition. It's ... more »

How to Make Bubble and Squeak

By DawnChesbro

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Bubble and Squeak is a British Isles dish that is named more for the sounds it makes when cooking rather than when you eat it. The purpose of the dish is to use leftover mashed potatoes, joint meat and cabbage. If you have no leftovers, then ... more »

How to Make Dutch Donuts for New Year's

By Sabah

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Dutch donuts are a festive treat from Holland that will soon become your favorite New Year's Eve tradition! They are commonly served dusted with powdered sugar, and embedded with dried fruit. Dutch donuts are very different from the classic ... more »

How to Make Seafood Crepes

By eHow Food & Drink Editor

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Seafood crepes are an easy way to cook and serve virtually any seafood, especially shellfish. You simply make a thick cream sauce, cook the fish in it, then spoon it into crepes and serve. You'll need a double recipe of basic crepes (see related ... more »

How to Pick The Best Olive Oil

By iwuvstaylin

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Olive Oil is a fruit-based oil obtained from the olive. Commonly used in cooking, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and soaps, and as a fuel for traditional oil lamps. More commonly, it is used for cooking. It is considered healthy because it has a high ... more »

How to Make a Victoria Sponge Cake

By Sabah

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Any Londoner will tell you it's not a real tea party without sponge cake. Sponge cake is a centuries-old dessert that is made with whole eggs, sugar, butter, filled with preserves and dusted with sugar. The cakes are light and moist, and are ... more »

How to Make Basic Aioli

By eHow Food & Drink Editor

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Aioli is a zesty garlic mayonnaise that's used as a sauce, most often for seafood and shellfish, although it's also great on green beans and potatoes. It's made by slowly whisking oil into egg yolks and garlic, but health concerns about the ... more »

How to make Hungarian Goulash

By jim404sea

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A good solid version of beef stew with a european taste.. more »

How to Make Nutella Cake

By Sabah

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Nutella is a delicious chocolate-hazelnut spread that can transform a basic white bread sandwich into an indulgent snack or dessert. Nutella can be used in a variety of desserts; but you can also make a delicious cake filled with Nutella for a ... more »

How to Make Quick German Pasta - Spaetzle

By Heide Braley

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When I was a child at home, my mother used to make these German dumplings often for a fast and easy dinner. She used a special board that made it easy to scrape the dough into the boiling water, but I use a small cutting board. My children make ... more »

How to Make Traditional Yorkshire Pudding With or Without Roast Beef

By eHow Food & Drink Editor

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Yorkshire pudding is the traditional British accompaniment to roast beef and is a popular dish for Christmas dinners. For the best flavor, Yorkshire pudding is usually made with drippings from the meat. It can also be made with lard, butter or ... more »

How to Cook an Easy Mediterranean Side Dish

By celion

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Looking for that perfect side dish to your French, Italian, or Greek dinner? This scrumptious carrot medley is sure to please that special someone!.. more »

How to Eat in Ireland

By April Hall

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Eating on the Emerald Isle can be an adventure--an amazing adventure. To travel internationally takes some bravery in the first place, so chances are you will not begin and end with ham and cabbage... more »

How to Find Gourmet Chocolate in London

By Sabah

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In London, you can explore a variety of food halls and European specialty stores for gifts and taste samples from local artisans. From decadent chocolate truffles to classic chocolate covered shortbread, here's how to find gourmet chocolate in ... more »

How to Make a Treacle Tart

By Sabah

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Treacle Tart has been served in Britain since medieval times, and has now become comfort food for many on a rainy day. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but the key to treacle tart is to make it with golden syrup. If you're looking ... more »

How to Make British Simnel Cake

By Sabah

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Simnel Cake is similar to a classic Christmas fruit cake, except it's covered with marzipan and served over Easter weekend in Britain. It's a rich cake made with dried fruit and spices and filled with almond paste. It can then be decorated with ... more »

How to Make Dutch Butter Cake

By Zenobia2000

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This recipe for traditional Dutch butter cake, or boterkoek, will give you the texture of a brownie and the flavor of rich sweet butter in an opulent dessert that’s sure to please every palate. Delicious on its own, this butter cake also shines ... more »

How to Make the Best of British Food Fortnight

By Sonal Panse, eHow UK

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British Food Fortnight celebrates the diverse food varieties of Britain. The emphasis is on fostering healthy eating habits and encouraging the consumers, the retail industry and the catering sector to serve more British produce both during the ... more »

How to Prepare a Classic British Breakfast

By Sabah

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Even though British cuisine doesn't have the best reputation, there are a few hidden gems to be found in the average English kitchen. The classic British breakfast is one of them: a giant assortment of eggs, bacon, beans, toast, and fried ... more »

How to Prepare Leek Salad

By jamesbankston

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A proper British appetizer... more »

How to Bake Fish Provencal Style

By Heide Braley

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There is nothing quite so rustic as baked fish Provencal style! The whole fish is blanketed in a fragrant salt mixture that creates a enclave of steam. This is not your average American entree but more for the sophisticated or European guest - ... more »

How to Brew Kisel (Berry Dessert Drink)

By Jonathan F.

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Kisel is a creamy Russian dessert--one of the oldest on record--which comes out as a sort of thickened fruit mixture, or jelly. It can be served by itself or mixed with milk. It can serve as the perfect treat after a good, hearty meal... more »

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