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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!

Round Albanian Börek, sliced into triangular pieces, showcasing layers of filo dough filled with spinach and cheese

Spinach and Cheese Borek Pie – Popular Albanian Street Food 🇦🇱

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Spinach and Cheese Borek Pie is an Albanian pastry made with layers of filo dough stuffed with spinach and cheese. Recipe Intro Börek is a savoury pastry consisting of thin layers of dough filled with ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, or meat. It is widely spread across Balkan regions and …

Mediterranean Grilled and Roasted Bell Peppers – How to Preserve ☀️

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Roasted bell peppers preserved Mediterranean-style in a blend of roasting juices, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil, infused with parsley and garlic. Recipe Intro Roasted peppers are known for their sweet, smoky flavour and tender texture. They develop a rich, caramelised taste that enhances their natural sweetness and adds complexity to …

Rectangular bowl with sauteed greanbeans Croatian style

Simple stewed green beans Croatian style side dish 🇭🇷

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What are Stewed Green Beans Croatian style?– Sauteed green beans with onions, garlic, white wine, ajvar, and sweet paprika, topped with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese Recipe Intro Croatian stewed green beans, “Varivo od mahuna,” is a traditional dish with variations. The plain version is thicker, focusing solely on green …

Spanish Tortilla served with roasted peppers

Traditional Spanish Tortilla – Classic Potato Omelette with Onions 🇪🇸

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What is the Spanish Omelette / Tortilla?– It is a hearty and thick omelette made with caramelised potatoes and onions, often enjoyed as a classic tapas or a side dish. Recipe Intro The Spanish Tortilla, or Tortilla Española, also called Tortilla de Patatas, is a classic dish in Spanish cuisine …

Thai summer cucumber salad - spicy and refreshing

Thai Summer Cucumber Salad – Light and Refreshing 🇹🇭

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What is Thai Summer Cucumber Salad?– Cucumber cubes with a zesty blend of ginger, soy sauce, lime juice, chillies, and sugar, offering a refreshing mix of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavours. Recipe Intro Here is a super easy Thai recipe, perfect for hot days. It’s low in calories and …

Spicy Texas-Style Potato Salad: Rich and Creamy 🇺🇸

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What is Spicy Texas-style Potato Salad? – Cooked potato enriched with fried smoky bacon, spicy jalapeño, onions, creamy mayo, mustard, and cheese, topped with sweet smoked paprika. Recipe Intro As the Fourth of July nears, add this spicy Texas-style potato salad to your BBQ menu. It’s great cold with BBQ …

Delicious thick summer side dish with courgettes and aubergines served in white bowl

Croatian Summer Side Dish with Courgettes and Aubergines 🇭🇷

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What is the Croatian Summer Side Dish? – a healthy, quick, and easy stew of courgettes (zucchini), aubergines (eggplants), and tomatoes infused with Mediterranean herbs served as a side dish. Introduction to Summer Side Dish – Croatian style This easy, popular side dish (varivo) along Croatia’s coast is often served …

Arabic vegetable curry - Bahraini aromatic stew served with rice.

Arabic Vegetable Curry – Bahraini Spicy Stew 🇧🇭

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What is Arabic Vegetable Curry?– a selection of vegetables simmered with a blend of spices in a fragrant broth, a traditional Bahraini stew. Recipe Intro This delicious Arabic dish is known locally as salona – a traditional stew commonly found in Gulf countries, including Bahrain. It is a hearty and …

Simple creamy spinach Croatian style, in a white bowl

Simple Creamy Spinach Side Dish 🇭🇷

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What is Creamy Spinach?– sautéed spinach in garlic roux, enriched with egg yolk, a traditional Croatian side dish Recipe Intro Creamy spinach has been a staple in Croatian households for decades. Very popular among those who grew up in the 60s, 70s, and 80s, this dish brings back fond childhood …

Yaki Nasu - Japanese Aubergines (eggplant) served with sweet Japanese sauce

Yaki Nasu – Japanese Aubergines (Eggplant) 🇯🇵

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What is Yaki Nasu?– grilled or roasted aubergines (eggplant), marinated in a sweet Japanese sauce. Recipe Intro Yaki Nasu (焼きなす), meaning grilled aubergines, is a tasty and light dish that melts in the mouth. It is refreshing when served cold, making it great for warmer days. Its gentle taste adds …

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