Just for fun: things that look delicious, whether or not we ever intend to create these dishes. Let’s start with a favorite nosh:
Adam Ragusea makes German-style Soft Pretzels
Recipe is in the YouTube description. [9:30]
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Monday Youffraita
Julia Child’s Potatoes Anna from Jamie & Julia who, btw, would have used Russet potatoes, not Yukon Golds.
A bit of history: Pommes Anna was created by chef Adolphe Dugléré at Paris' Café Anglais sometime during the reign of Napoleon III [….] Café Anglais was the most famous Parisian restaurant of the 19th century and Dugléré was the most acclaimed chef. Dugléré most likely named his creation after Anna Deslions, who entertained dignitaries in a private salon above the dining room. Thus, we have a dish with a nice mix of prestige and sex. This makes it very, very French.
www.sfreporter.com/...
Recipe is in the YouTube description. [10:27]
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Sip and Feast demonstrates Chicken Vesuvio
Chicken Vesuvio is a one-pan Italian-American dish whose origins hail from Chicago. Chicken pieces are nestled beside potato wedges and roasted in a lemon garlic white wine sauce. Green peas are added at the end for extra flavor, texture, and brightness. This super comforting and easy dish may just be our latest favorite!
www.sipandfeast.com/...
Recipe is at the link above. [11:55]
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New Zealand Steak & Cheese Pie from Andy Cooks
The meat pie is considered an iconic food in both Australia and New Zealand. And, while over the years tastes have evolved, the pie continues to have a firm place in the hearts and palates of both countries.
www.thespruceeats.com/...
Recipe is in the YouTube description. [17:42]
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Helen Rennie smashes Falafel or Falafel Burgers
The origin of falafel is controversial.[10] The dish most likely originated in Egypt.[11][12][13][14][15] There is a legend that a fava bean version was eaten by Coptic Christians in the Roman era as early as the 4th century during Lent, but there is no documented evidence for this. It has been speculated that its history may go back to Pharaonic Egypt.[16] However, the earliest written references to falafel from Egyptian sources date to the 19th century,[17][18][19] and oil was probably too expensive to use for deep frying in ancient Egypt.[19][20]
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Recipe is in the YouTube description. [8:43]
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And for dessert?
Not Your Mother’s Jell-O Mold
Agar Jelly Fruit Cake from Pailin’s Kitchen
This ain't your mama's "fruit cake"! This light and refreshing beauty is an absolute showstopper, and nothing says "summer treats" more than these gorgeous cubes of fruit-embedded jelly. The coconut layer adds an extra tropical flare! …
Please do yourself a favour, watch this "Recipe Footnote" video before you make this. It will tackle common problems people have, one of which might actually ruin the recipe if you're not aware of it.
hot-thai-kitchen.com/...
Recipe is at the link above. [11:40]
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Have you ever tasted Vinegar Pie? Here it’s made by Southern Living
I used to make it because it was just such a surprise: I mean, who knew? Apple cider vinegar flavors it, and whipped cream on top really makes it. (Back then, I would have used Reddi-Whip.) The little tourist cookbook where I got the recipe has long since been lost in a move, but this recipe isn’t much different, IIRC. But don’t forget that whipped cream! Powdered sugar? Just … no.
Recipe is in the YouTube description. [8:19]
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Who can resist a Hillbilly Chocolate Water Cake from emmymade
This recipe seems to be unique in that it makes its own chocolate sauce — no icing needed! [13:03]
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Have a Brilliant Day!