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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!

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 …

Polenta Cakes with Spinach and Cheese 🇬🇷

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What are Polenta Cakes with Spinach and Cheese?– grilled polenta slices stuffed with sautéed spinach and crumbled feta cheese, drizzled with olive oil Recipe Intro Polenta is widely popular on the Ionian Greek islands, largely due to the influence of the Venetians who once ruled there and brought polenta with …

Korean Tuna Fritters / Patties / Fishcakes – Chamchi Jeon 🇰🇷

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What are Korean Tuna Fritters?– canned tuna pieces mixed with vegetables, egg, and seasoning, formed into small flat patties and quickly fried. Recipe Intro Korean tuna fritters (pancakes), or “chamchi jeon,”, are a popular dish in South Korean cuisine and are known for their versatility and delicious taste.Tuna fritters gained …

Three squared pieces of vegetable crust-free quiche

Crustless Vegetable Quiche – low calorie lunch 🇫🇷

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What is Vegetable Crustless Quiche?– a low-calorie savoury pie without pastry, made with vegetables, cheese, eggs and milk and baked until golden. Recipe Intro The beloved French classic, sans pastry, remains utterly delicious yet remarkably low in calories. Nutritious and healthy, this crustless vegetable quiche features spinach as its star, …

Close up of spicy Tex-Mex baked beans in a glass baking tray

The best spicy Tex-Mex baked beans 🇺🇸

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Red kidney beans baked with bacon, peppers, onions, and spices for bold, smoky, and spicy Tex-Mex flavours. Recipe Intro Baked beans are enjoyed across the globe, particularly in English-speaking countries, where they are often prepared for a hearty breakfast or a quick lunch option. They complement a variety of dishes, …

roast turkey leftovers japanese curry in a bowl

Turkey Roast Leftovers Curry – Japanese style 🇯🇵

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Recipe Intro So, what to do with those turkey roast leftovers post-Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any other celebration? I always find a way to put them to use; nothing goes to waste, whether it’s a tiny bit of meat left or a generous portion. Let’s travel to far East. Here is …

Swede and beans winter soup 🇭🇷

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Croatian Minestra: Winter Soup with Homemade Pickled Swede, Beans, Smoked Sausages, and Spaghetti. Recipe Story This hearty winter soup is a twist on the classic Croatian Jota thick soup, where pickled cabbage or sauerkraut is the main ingredient. Throughout the country, there are many variations of this soup. These adaptations …

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