Welcome to my world of budget-gourmet culinary delights! Join me on a journey to explore a collection of recipes that celebrate creativity and flavor without straining your wallet. Together, we’ll discover how to create delicious meals on a shoestring budget, using humble cans, pantry staples, and cleverly repurposing leftovers. I’ve crafted each recipe with love and care, ensuring you can savor incredible flavors even with limited means. Let’s embrace the joy of resourceful cooking and relish every bite. Get ready to cook up a storm as we embark on this warm and friendly adventure!
This Tutmanik is a traditional Bulgarian pull-apart bread made of soft rolls filled with crumbled feta cheese, originating from the Bulgarian–Turkish border region. Recipe Intro Origins:Tutmanik (тутманик) is a classic Bulgarian cheese bread from the broader banitsa family of savoury pastries. The recipe appears in written sources from the late …
This Moroccan lentil and tomato stew is a simple side dish with a fragrant spiced sauce, perfect for dipping khobz (bread) or serving over couscous. Recipe Intro This recipe combines red lentils with tomatoes, both staples in Moroccan cooking. Red lentils are known for their quick-cooking properties and ability to …
This simple Turkish yoghurt borek is a soft savoury pastry made with ready-made filo dough sheets, filled with a creamy mixture of plain yoghurt and eggs, ideal for a satisfying snack or a breakfast. Recipe Intro Turkish yogurt borek ingredients Optional:Add a few tbsps of crumbled feta or cottage cheese …
This easy Canadian yellow pea soup is a hearty dish featuring yellow split peas, simmered with carrots, smoked bacon and aromatic thyme. Recipe Intro This recipe:For a quicker version, I replaced the traditional ham hock with smoked bacon, which adds the same smokiness and rich flavour while reducing the cooking …
Baked Butter Beans Croatian-style is a traditional side dish featuring large white beans cooked with sautéed onions, smoked bacon, paprika and a simple roux, baked to thicken and blend the flavours. Recipe Intro I want to share one of my favourite side dishes; Croatian-style baked butter beans. This recipe differs …
Breakfast Boats are American-style mini breads filled with beaten eggs, cheese, various meats and vegetables, then baked until the filling is set and the bread is crispy. Recipe Intro The name Breakfast Boats comes from the shape of the dish. The bread roll is hollowed out, creating a “boat-like” structure …
Mini pizza cupcakes, made by baking pizza dough in a cupcake or muffin tin, topped with pizza sauce, cheese, and a mix of creative toppings. Recipe Intro These classic pizza cupcakes are a fantastic option for kids or parties. The dough, infused with fragrant oregano and rich olive oil, gives …
Banitsa ( or simply cheese and yoghurt pie) is a traditional Bulgarian pastry made with layers of filo dough and a creamy mixture of cheese, yogurt, eggs, and semolina, baked until golden. Recipe Intro Origins: During the centuries of Ottoman rule across Europe, particularly in the Balkans, the influence of …
A risotto made with roasted pumpkin, celery, creamy Carnaroli or Arborio rice, all simmered in Prosecco sparkling wine. Recipe Intro Here’s a traditional dish from the northern region of Italy, specifically Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia. This simple roasted pumpkin risotto is a local speciality, made with the addition of …
Australian Snags are sausages typically BBQ’d or grilled and served in a bread roll or sliced bread, topped with various condiments. This gourmet version features a topping of caramelised onions cooked in beer. Recipe Intro Australian Snags are a classic favourite often associated with backyard barbecues and community gatherings across …
