Tag Archives: nutmeg

Spanokopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Cat

by Cat, Aug 2007; updated May 2020 with second recipe (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) The spinach pies of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon and other Middle-Eastern countries are all a bit different from each other, but they all have the basic … Continue reading →

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Swedish, Danish or Norwegian Meatballs (Köttbullar, Frikadeller, or Kjøttboller) with Sour Cream Sauce

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Cat

by Cat, Sept 2007 (photo, right, from Food Network.com (2)) Meatballs are common in most every culture, but perhaps the most well-known in the U.S. are  Italian style meatballs, typically served with a rich tomato sauce over pasta. The next best-known … Continue reading →

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Sugar Plums (Dried Fruit, Nuts and Spices Treat)

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Cat

by Cat, December, 2013 See also: 1. Ancient Medicine through Food I recently signed up for a newsletter about using herbs and spices in cooking to boost and maintain health. Herbs are not only food but also natural medicine. One newsletter … Continue reading →

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Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, Dec 2013 (photo, right, from University of Maryland (3) Includes: 1. Bread Pudding; 2. Whiskey Sauce See also: Dessert Sauces, Frostings & Fillings for other Whiskey Sauce recipes See also related recipe on Eat Boutique (2): Blueberry Bread Pudding. … Continue reading →

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Gingerbread Cake, with Mustard

Posted on December 7, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, October 2007  (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Scandinavian Gingerbread Cake; 2. Gingerbread Cookies; Dessert Sauces/Toppings: 1. Lemon or Orange Sauce; 2. Lemon Curd; 3. Hard Sauce; 4. Whipped Cream; 5. Creme Fraiche As a person of Scandinavian heritage, I can attest that Scandinavians (as well … Continue reading →

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Aeblekage – Danish Apple Cake

Posted on December 5, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, (image, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Æblekage, or “apple cake” is pronounced as Eh-bluh-kay-eh, with the ending ‘eh’ almost silent, but see Forvo (2) for audio pronunciation. It is an ancient dessert common to all the Scandinavian countries, but each is slightly … Continue reading →

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Creamed Peas (or Peas & Carrots)

Posted on December 5, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, Cot 2007 (photo, right, from Wikimedia commons) I make this for Christmas Eve Dinner every year, but it’s good any time of year, too. It’s hard to find fresh peas in December, so I usually use Organic frozen peas if … Continue reading →

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Holiday Pumpkin Pie

Posted on December 4, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, Sept 2007 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) This very rich recipe for holiday occasions serves 10, and is much more flavorful than the Libby’s canned pumpkin recipe (3). I make this in my quiche pan, but you could use a … Continue reading →

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Potatoes Dauphinoise (au Gratin)

Posted on November 23, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, Nov 2011 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Gratin is a very old dish, dating before the time when potatoes were introduced to Europe. In America, we are most familiar with potatoes in this dish. It makes a great presentation … Continue reading →

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Turnips Au Gratin

Posted on November 23, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, Nov 2007 (Photo, right, by Cat) See also: Potato Douphinoise (Potatoes Au Gratin) Gratins, other sites: 1. Classic Potato Gratin; 2. Potato Gratin with Gruyere, Bacon & Leeks; 3. Three-Cheese Potato Gratin; 4. Sweet Potato Gratin with Dijon Crust; 5. Squash, Apple, Leek & … Continue reading →

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