Apricot

As the name suggests, the star ingredient in this traditional Moroccan dish is chicken, preferably bone-in chicken cuts such as legs, thighs, or drumsticks. Like other tajine dishes, this chicken variety is also prepared in the eponymous conical c... READ MORE

Koláče or kolache (plural: kolaches) is a sweet pastry roll that is traditionally topped with plums or plum jam, cheese, or poppy seeds. Modern toppings might include fruit such as apricots, blueberries, cherries, lemon, p... READ MORE

Daifuku, often referred to as daifukumochi, is a popular Japanese confectionery. It is usually shaped into small round balls, which consist of a chewy outer layer and a creamy, sweet filling. The daifuku shell is made with mo... READ MORE

These sweet, fruit-filled Czech dumplings appear in numerous varieties throughout the country. They are made with either leavened or potato dough, or the combination of wheat flour and fresh quark cheese. The fillings, which are completely enclose... READ MORE

Morgh e shekam por is a traditional stuffed chicken. The dish is usually made with smaller or extremely young chicken varieties, which are cleaned and marinated in a mix of oil, juice (usually apple, lemon, or lime), and spices such as saffron and... READ MORE

Hailing from Patagonia, this hearty meat stew is usually prepared with chunks of beef, potatoes, squash, sweet potatoes, corn, and tomatoes. It is typically enriched with dried or fresh fruit, usually apricots or raisins, and it is sometimes place... READ MORE

Blatjang is a South African chutney that is usually served with barbecued meat as a condiment. The thick chutney is made with fruits, sugar, vinegar, and various spices. Traditionally, it contains dried apricots, raisins, walnuts, ginger, allspice... READ MORE

Jamaican rum cake is a traditional cake originating from Jamaica, where it’s a staple at holidays and weddings. Although there are many recipes, this moist and dense cake is usually made with a combination of flour, dark rum, dates, dried ap... READ MORE

Bublanina is a light sponge cake prepared with eggs, butter, sugar, flour, and a variety of different fruits such as cherries, strawberries, blueberries, apricots, and fragrant plums and pears. The sponge is occasionally lightly flavored with vani... READ MORE

Mazamorra morada is a well-known Peruvian dessert made with purple corn as the key ingredient, giving the dessert its signature color and flavor. Besides purple corn, the pudding is made with various fruits such as apples, peaches, and pineapple, ... READ MORE

These soft dumplings consist of whole apricots that are wrapped in a thin layer of leavened, potato, or fresh cheese dough. Always served warm, the dumplings are usually complemented with melted butter, cinnamon sugar, poppy seeds, or sweetened ch... READ MORE

Marillenfleck is a traditional apricot cake originating from Austria, where it's a coffeehouse staple. Although there are slight variations, the cake is usually made with a combination of apricots, butter, sugar, eggs, flour, baking powder, lemon ... READ MORE

Prăjitură cu caise is a traditional cake originating from Romania. The cake is usually made with a combination of flour, yogurt, eggs, apricots, sugar, oil, vanilla, salt, and baking powder. The egg whites are whisked into soft peaks and set aside... READ MORE

Amaretti, the famous Italian almond cookies are so popular in their homeland that almost every region has their version of the recipe, using different proportions and combinations of the basic ingredients: sweet and bitter almonds, apricot kernels... READ MORE

Pollo a la Catalana is a hearty Spanish dish consisting of chicken pieces that are browned, then simmered in a rich sauce made with onions, tomatoes, prunes, dried apricots, pine nuts, and white wine or brandy. The dish is especially popular in fa... READ MORE

These delicious almond-flavored biscotti have an ancient history, as they were supposedly first made during the Middle Ages. Their name is derived from the Italian amaro, meaning bitter, in reference to the sharp flavor of bitter... READ MORE

Legend says that these crispy bittersweet cookies were invented some three centuries ago when the Cardinal of Milan visited the town of Saronno in Italy. Two young lovers, Giuseppe and Osolina, presented him with sweets made from a mixture of suga... READ MORE

This traditional Czech dessert consists of a thick, pancake-like batter that is topped with various fruits and baked until golden. The choice of fruits is heavily dependent on the season, but typically includes various berries, plums, and apricots... READ MORE

Lham (lit. meat) lahlou (lit. sweet) is an Algerian dish consisting of pieces of lamb stewed in a sweet syrup with fruit and various spices such as cinnamon and star anise. The dish often employs fruits such as prunes, quince, apples, pears, apric... READ MORE

Amaretti, the famous Italian almond cookies are so popular in their homeland that almost every region has their version of the recipe, using different proportions and combinations of the basic ingredients: sweet and bitter almonds, apricot kernels... READ MORE

Pestil is a Turkish sweet made from pulverized fruits – most commonly apricots - that are spread in a thin layer, then left to dry. After the mass has dried, it is cut into smaller pieces. Pestil is also known as fruit leather due to its typ... READ MORE

This traditional Polish dish consists of lean, uncured pork loin stuffed with ground pork or sausage and typically, either prunes or dried apricots, though apples can be used as well. The loin is then rolled, rubbed with a rich blend of herbs, and... READ MORE

Azerbaijan is a country with a rich tapestry of culture, with many different influences - and no dish does more justice to its history than the sweet rice dish shirin plov. Believed to have been created in the capital of Baku, the dish is... READ MORE

Maizes zupa is a Latvian dessert of bread soup. In order to prepare it, soggy rye bread is first passed through a sieve, then combined with spices, sugar, and dried fruits. The whole concoction is finally topped with whipped cream. The dessert is ... READ MORE

Fried pies are a traditional, hand-held dessert found throughout the American South and Midwest, consisting of small turnovers filled with sweet or savory fillings, sealed in pastry, and deep-fried to golden perfection. Crispy on the outside and w... READ MORE

Hoşaf is a traditional compote of dried fruit – usually apricots, figs, prunes, and raisins. The fruits are simply boiled with sugar, and the concoction is then left to cool down. The longer the dish sits in the fridge, the tastier it will b... READ MORE

A sweet fruit soup traditionally prepared during holidays and for various celebrations in Sweden, fruktsoppa is often served on the Swedish Christmas buffet. This dish is similar to a fruit compote, composed of a combination of dried fruits, usual... READ MORE

Amaretti, the famous Italian almond cookies are so popular in their homeland that almost every region has their version of the recipe, using different proportions and combinations of the basic ingredients: sweet and bitter almonds, apricot kernels... READ MORE

Ghapama is an Armenian dish typically prepared by stuffing a pumpkin with rice, various nuts and dried fruits, butter, honey, and cinnamon, but there are also some recipes calling for meat. The dish is traditionally prepared between New Year and A... READ MORE

Amaretti, the famous Italian almond cookies are so popular in their homeland that almost every region has their version of the recipe, using different proportions and combinations of the basic ingredients: sweet and bitter almonds, apricot kernels... READ MORE

Amaretti, the famous Italian almond cookies are so popular in their homeland that almost every region has their version of the recipe, using different proportions and combinations of the basic ingredients: sweet and bitter almonds, apricot kernels... READ MORE

Anoushabour is an Armenian dessert that is traditionally consumed on Christmas and New Year's Eve. The skinless whole wheat (gorgos or korkot) is cooked separately or with various fruit and spices until it develops a porridge-lik... READ MORE

Cool island soup, as its name suggests, is a chilled fruit soup and an ideal refreshment for hot summer days. It consists of pineapple, cantaloupe, papaya, apricot, sparkling water, and fresh lime juice. It is recommended to cool the combination o... READ MORE

Colonial goose is a dish from New Zealand that has been invented in the 19th century by British settlers in an attempt to reproduce meals from their homeland with ingredients that were available at their new place of living. Since goose was expens... READ MORE