Category Archives: Internationally Inspired

Cinco de Mayo Flan

Posted on May 5, 2023 by HelenFern

Flan. A delicious custard topped with caramelized sugar. Today is Cinco de Mayo and I wanted to have some flan to celebrate. So I did some research. Flan is not just a Mexican dish! This custard dish, heavy in eggs, … Continue reading →

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Shepherd’s Pie

Posted on April 6, 2023 by HelenFern

We just had St. Patrick’s day and all the Irish food – but one thing I didn’t see a lot of was shepherd’s pie. A classic Irish dish. Back in the late 1700s, they needed a way to use their … Continue reading →

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Dublin Coddle and Irish Brown Bread

Posted on March 17, 2023 by HelenFern

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!! Everyone is busy making corned beef and cabbage, but it’s not a traditional Irish dish! Irish Americans used corned beef as a substitute for bacon in their Bacon and Cabbage dish. But coddle – now that’s … Continue reading →

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Curry Wrap – Two Ways!

Posted on February 7, 2023 by HelenFern

I love curry – and I love sandwiches. I decided to make this wrap, but my husband loves his meat and I’m trying to eat more plant based. So I made two – One with lamb and one with chickpeas … Continue reading →

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Sumac and Preserved Lemon Hens

Posted on January 26, 2023 by HelenFern

Game hens lend themselves to the flavors of the Middle East. This recipe includes preserved lemons and the tangy spice, sumac. It’s easy and delicious! And if you have a rice maker, it’s even easier!

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