World & Regional Recipes

Meatballs are a staple worldwide and are usually made from leftovers, combining different cuts and types of ground meat. In Sweden, it's common to find meatballs made with ground beef, pork and…

Jewish dietary laws are very strict on what types of foods can be eaten, especially during certain times of the year, such as Passover. These dietary laws are also enforced on a daily basis,…

Pork ball soup provides a light main course or a starter for a heavier meal. The delicately spiced pork complements the simple ingredients in this Chinese dish. Use unseasoned ground pork for the…

Grapefruit is a member of the citrus family, along with oranges, lemons and limes. Grapefruit trees thrive in warm climates, and most commercially produced grapefruit is grown in Florida. In general,…

Spanish style roofs are found in the southwestern United States, South Africa and throughout the Mediterranean. Spanish roofing tiles are available in various types of materials, patterns, finishes…

In landscaping, trees are a flexible media; with some patience and a little forming, they can take on any shape imaginable, from artistic sculptures to useful arches. Spain’s rich architectural…

Many homes have driveways built from concrete or asphalt. Both materials work very well in a driveway, but can look plain and ordinary. Another option to consider is to use stone or bricks, such as…

Jamaican jerk chicken salad requires you to first bake a piece of chicken. Make Jamaican jerk chicken salad with help from a dedicated foodie in this free video clip.

One of the last things standing between an empty kitchen and an empty stomach is kugel. Made from the doldrums of your refrigerator and kitchen cabinets (noodles, eggs and butter), Josh Ozersky…

Spanish architecture typically uses a lot of archways, tiled roofs and stuccoed exteriors. Wood trim is also common, and Spanish-style homes often have large porches and utilize brighter colors. While…

The Spanish language has several words for porch. A portico describes a church porch, and a porche describes a house porch. In the U.S., veranda and terraza are also common. Spanish style porches vary…

In the online game "Poptropica," players must complete a variety of levels, or "islands," each of which is based on a different theme in popular culture. On "Cryptid…

If you've ever perused the meat counter in your local grocery store trying to decide on which sausage to buy, you likely encountered several different labels that might have confused you. There is…

Furniture shopping and Swedish meatballs is an experience not to miss at your local neighborhood IKEA. Even though the chain store is responsible for popularizing the dish, it is essentially a…

Used during Passover in Jewish custom, matzo bread represents the beginning of harvest time in Israel, according to the Jewish Virtual Library. A flat bread that typically resembles a large cracker,…

Churros are a favorite at fairs and carnivals, and they can be a homemade treat too. Daisy Martinez demonstrates how to make this Latin fritter that is crispy on the outside, yet doughy on the inside,…

Red coconut chicken curry is a great dish to fill up on in the winter. The level of spiciness depends on the type of red curry paste you use, but the coconut adds a mild taste to it. If you have too…

Ahi tuna sushi rolls contain cooked rice and fish. Preparing the fish involves slicing it with a long, sharp knife. The narrower and thinner the fish block, the lower the blade angle you'll have to…

Fried chicken is a classic comfort food, with its crunchy breading and moist center. These textures are accomplished with a steady high heat, a neutral cooking oil and frying the chicken in small…

Whether you are preparing for a child's party, a quirky dessert get-together or a meal for a person with fish allergies, fruit roll-up sushi is a whimsical and colorful treat for everyone who is young…

Cilantro leaves and stems can be used in dishes like chili or even salads. Learn how to use cilantro leaves or stems with help from the grower of organic and healthy foods in this free video clip.

Stuffed bell peppers can be a hearty meal to feast on, with the potential for leftovers. Traditional stuffed bell peppers contain ingredients including ground beef, rice and tomato sauce. Freezing…

Chickens, like many other types of meat, are classified by age, weight and, in a few cases, breed. There is no superior classification as each variety is particularly suited for different types of…

When you are roasting, grilling or smoking a large cut of meat, such as a Boston butt roast, it can be difficult to get flavor into the interior of the meat. One technique to flavor the meat is to…

Paratha roti is a flat bread that originated in India, but is also available in Trinidad, where it is called buss-up-shut. The Indian version of the bread is neatly presented via the types of folding…

Step into a bakery, and the array of themed and decorated cookies and cakes makes it look like the bakers spend hours each day carefully arranging dough into complicated shapes, one confection at a…

Injecting marinade into poultry, seafood and other meats allows you to add seasonings deep into the meat, making it flavorful and moist throughout. While injecting marinade is typically associated…

A good steak slices like butter and packs a robust flavor. Both of these qualities can be achieved with a marinade, which tenderizes the meat and injects it with big flavors. It can be done hours in…

Long after they sink their teeth into the sweet crunchy treat, guests will be chirping about your adorable edible bird's nest snacks. These festive springtime sweets, crafted from chow mein noodles…

Similar to a tortilla, the Indian flat bread Chapati is made by rolling out dough and cooking it on a hot griddle. The ideal chapati is paper thin and round in shape. Misshapen or thick chapatis do…

Vitamin B is known to do several different things for your body, such as reducing the risk of heart disease, easing stress and helping with memory. The vitamin B complex contains several different B…

Forget what you might think you know about empanadas. These Latin pocket pies are not just filled with savory foods. Fruits stuffed into the crust transform empanadas into a dessert or snack more…

Traditionally, Nicaraguans eat their hearty sopa de res, or beef soup, on Mondays, but you can find it in local restaurants throughout the week. In addition to beef, the soup consists of native…

Matzo, unleavened and crispy flatbread, is not only the centerpiece of the Jewish Passover Seder ritual. All through the Passover festival, as well as through the rest of the year, matzo is enjoyed in…

Sugarcane is one of Australia´s biggest industries. It is worth between AUD$1.5 and $2.5 billion annually (as of June 2011) and there are about 4,000 cane farms. The industry has several areas…

Lady locks are small, horn-shaped cookies that are filled with a cream filling. Prepare and serve these for desert at a Christmas party. Serve them after a large meal or use them as appetizers. Give…

Sometimes referred to as Jewish penicillin, Matzah ball soup is a traditional Jewish dish, often served at the Passover seder. Some people serve it at other times of the year as well. It consists of…

Falafel are one of the great street foods of the Middle East. They are small patties of ground chickpeas or fava beans, well-seasoned and then deep-fried in oil. The small, protein-rich snacks are…

Jimmy Dean sausage rolls come in a variety of flavors and sizes. One-pound rolls are typical but bulk rolls up to five pounds are also sold. Most Jimmy Dean sausage is made from pork products seasoned…

Swedish meatballs are one of the most famous foods of Sweden, however there are different versions in each of the Scandinavian countries. They are made with a combination of pork and beef, or pork and…

This vegetarian dish (also suitable for vegans) originates in the Middle East, where falafels are typically eaten stuffed inside a pita bread with salad and a dressing. They are usually shallow-fried…

Roti is a bread that is most commonly found in India but is also served in Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Trinidad and Tobago. Soft roti, while a flat bread, is different from naan (another…

Marinades quickly and easily add flavor to any fish. The right ingredients also tenderize fish. Marinades work on the surface of the fish by breaking down protein. The protein in the fish loosens and…

Paksiw is a quick, affordable and easy-to-prepare seafood dish typically served in a Filipino household. Silver fish is popularly used for this dish. As the Philippines is composed of dozens of…

Prepare scrambled eggs for a large group of 200 using an unconventional preparation method. Bake the eggs in the oven instead of preparing them on the stove top. Oven baking the eggs reduces the…

Tuna is a saltwater fish high in protein and omega 3. It helps to prevent heart-related illnesses like arrhythmias and strokes as well as obesity. It is found in warm waters areas of the Pacific,…

Injecting a steak with marinade using a culinary needle and attached plunger allows the marinade to penetrate deeper into the steak for increased flavor and tenderness. Single-hole and multiple-hole…

One of the most popular dishes in Chinese cuisine, chicken chow mein has many variations. The noodles can be steamed or fried, cooked in a pan or a wok. Also, any number of seasonings and vegetables…

Tray cake is another name for kuih talam. Kuih talam is a two-layer cake from Malaysia. The top layer is white and is mainly comprised of coconut milk, sugar and rice flour. The bottom layer is…

Matzo bread and crackers are both both thin, flat baked goods. Both are made from a combination of flour and water, and both are usually unsweetened. Matzo bread is an ancient kind of unleavened…