Marjoram

First popularized in the 1940s at a restaurant called Café de Paris in Geneva, this sauce is thought to consist of a large number of ingredients such as butter, ketchup, Dijon mustard, capers, shallots, parsley, chives, marjoram, d... READ MORE

Żurek is a traditional soup characterized by its distinctively sour taste, which comes from sour leavening, or the fermentation of bread and rye flour. The soup also contains meats such as sausages, bacon, or ham, and vegetables such as potatoes a... READ MORE

In Czech folklore, the best cure for a cold or a hangover is a bowl of česnečka, a traditional garlic soup. Although garlic is the key ingredient, the soup also incorporates potatoes, meat broth, onions, and traditional spices such as caraway and ... READ MORE

These traditional Lithuanian pastries are made with a dough that is enriched with butter, eggs, and either kefir or sour cream. The dough is hand-rolled, and it is traditionally filled with minced mutton that is flavored with onions and various he... READ MORE

Ragù di cinghiale is a traditional meat sauce hailing from Tuscany, but it's also prepared in other Italian regions such as Veneto and Umbria. The ragù is made with a combination of cinghiale (wild boar) meat, tomatoes, red wine, car... READ MORE

Nürnberger Bratwürste are small, thin sausages originating from the city of Nürnberg in the Franconia region of Bavaria, Germany. They are typically about 7 to 9 centimeters (2.75 to 3.5 inches) long and weigh around 20 to 25 grams ... READ MORE

The most popular mole sauce is mole poblano (also known as mole rojo or red mole), consisting of at least twenty ingredients, including the likes of cinnamon, black pepper, poblano chiles, cloves, anise seed, and chocolate. According to a... READ MORE

What was once an item for survival during the cold winter months and a technique of not wasting meat scraps is nowadays a delicacy consumed throughout Germany and abroad. Bratwurst stems from two words, an Old High German word brat, meani... READ MORE

Traditional guláš is a hearty meat stew served with a dark red sauce that is heavily seasoned with paprika. Through history, this dish with Hungarian origins has become one of the most common meals in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.... READ MORE

These hearty mushroom soups appear in numerous adaptations throughout Poland. Although there is no universal recipe, most varieties are prepared with meat or vegetable stock and usually have an accentuated mushroom flavor, creamy texture, and ofte... READ MORE

In the Czech Republic, roasted duck is known as pečená kachna. The duck is usually seasoned with caraway seeds and marjoram, then slowly roasted in the oven until golden brown and crispy. It is traditionally served alongside potatoes, bread... READ MORE

Thüringer Rostbratwurst is a product with centuries of tradition. The oldest known recipe, held at the Weimar State Archives, dates back to 1613. Martin Luther and Goethe both appreciated it, and it was often praised in literature. O... READ MORE

Called hackepeter or mett, this unusual German specialty consists of raw pork mince which is meant to be eaten as it is - fresh and raw. The raw meat is typically seasoned with salt and pepper, though it is usually enhanced with crushed c... READ MORE

Gänsebraten is a traditional roast specialty consisting of a whole goose that has been brined, stuffed, and roasted to perfection. The goose is typically seasoned with various aromatic herbs and spices such as marjoram, thyme, nutmeg, lovage,... READ MORE

Spanferkel is the German version of roasted suckling pig. Whether it is prepared cut or whole, the piglet is usually roasted in the oven or on a spit, and comes in numerous regional varieties that are often smothered in oil or butter, stuffed, the... READ MORE

Regarded as the Austrian answer to Hungarian-style goulash, Wiener saftgulasch is a hearty stew that consists of diced lean beef drenched in a thick, flavorful gravy. Although it has evolved from the Hungarian version of the dish, Austrian beef go... READ MORE

Weihnachtsgans is a traditional German roasted goose that's prepared for Christmas. The goose is typically filled with onions, prunes, chestnuts, apples, and/or dates. It is also often stuffed with a dough or meat filling. It's seasoned with salt,... READ MORE

This traditional Czech soup is prepared with fresh peas, green split peas, or yellow split peas. It often incorporates flavorful broths, various root vegetables, smoked meat, and spices such as cumin or marjoram. Although it can vary in color and ... READ MORE

Regensburger wurst is a German sausage originating from Regensburg, where it was invented in the late 19th century. The sausages are made from fine or coarse pork and they're smoked and boiled before being sold or consumed. The pork is us... READ MORE

Gobova juha is a traditional mushroom soup. Although there are many variations, the soup is usually made with a combination of wild mushrooms, onions, garlic, butter, flour, potatoes, white wine or wine vinegar, bay leaves, marjoram, salt, and pep... READ MORE

Bograč is a traditional meat stew that was supposedly invented by Hungarian shepherds when Prekmurje was under Hungarian rule. The stew consists of four types of meat—traditionally pork, beef, venison, and boar—which are simmered along... READ MORE

Schweinebraten is a traditional pork roast originating from Bavaria. It is typically prepared for Sunday lunch and consists of sliced pork roast that's served with homemade gravy, semmelknödel (bread dumplings) or potato dumplings, a... READ MORE

Bramboráky are savory potato pancakes, considered to be one of the most famous Czech dishes. They consist of grated potatoes mixed with eggs, finely grated garlic, and traditional spices such as marjoram and pepper. The mixture is pan-fried... READ MORE

Mettbrötchen is a type of sandwich consisting of a fresh brötchen (a German bread roll) and mett (raw pork mince). The bread roll is sliced, then topped with a layer of mett, which is usually seasoned with salt and pepp... READ MORE

Roasted duck with apples is a traditional dish that is mainly served as a restaurant specialty or a festive, home-cooked meal. The duck is generously seasoned before it is stuffed with grated, sliced, or whole apples, and is then baked until crisp... READ MORE

Asado de boda is a traditional stew originating from Mexico and it's especially popular in Zacatecas and San Luis Potosí. It consists of pork in red sauce and the list of ingredients usually includes pork loin, ancho chili peppers, garlic, ... READ MORE

Pasztet is a unique Polish dish that is traditionally served at special, festive occasions such as Christmas and Easter. It is characterized by its texture and flavor, and unlike other, spreadable pâtés, pasztet is more like a ter... READ MORE

Kartoffelsuppe is a popular German soup made with potatoes as its key ingredient. The soup is usually cooked with the addition of onions, celery, butter, and milk. It is characterized by a very thick consistency. This soup is a specialty of the Ba... READ MORE

Debreceni kolbász is a Hungarian sausage made with pork and spices such as garlic, paprika, pepper, and marjoram, which account for the reddish-orange color of the sausage. It is named after the Hungarian town of Debrecen. These sausages ar... READ MORE

Rindsgoulasch is an Austrian and German take on the Hungarian goulash that is considered a staple of Viennese cuisine. It is typically prepared with beef, onions, garlic, powdered paprika, tomato paste, caraway seeds, marjoram, vinegar, salt, and ... READ MORE

Fasolka po bretońsku is a traditional stew that, despite its name, is not of British origin but rather draws inspiration from the culinary styles found in Brittany, France. Typically robust and hearty, fasolka po bretońsku typically consists of wh... READ MORE

Whether it is prepared with dry, fresh, frozen, or canned mushrooms, this traditional Czech soup is distinguished by its creamy consistency and an earthy flavor. It usually incorporates flavorful broths and various vegetables, while the whole dish... READ MORE

Majgaluska leves is a traditional soup that contains chicken liver dumplings, made by mixing ground liver with eggs, breadcrumbs, onion, salt, pepper, paprika, vegetable oil, and parsley. The broth is made with vegetables such as carrots, celery, ... READ MORE

Cumberland scotch egg is a type of scotch egg originating from England, and they're especially popular in Cumbria. This snack consists of soft-boiled eggs that are wrapped in Cumberland sausage meat, coated with breadcrumbs, and then deep-fried in... READ MORE

Chicken bog is a traditional dish originating from South Carolina. Although there are numerous variations on the dish, its three staples include chicken, sausage, and rice. A traditional recipe from the Loris Chamber of Commerce lists the followin... READ MORE

One of the most popular comfort foods in the United Kingdom is called shepherd's pie, a hot and savory dish reminiscent of a casserole, consisting of minced lamb or mutton meat, potatoes, onions, carrots, Worcestershire sauce, thick gravy, and sea... READ MORE

The creamy grochówka is a popular Polish soup prepared with green or yellow split peas. The basic version is usually enriched with diced potatoes, root vegetables, various smoked meat cuts, and marjoram. Because it is inexpensive and nutrit... READ MORE

These large, oval-shaped potato dumplings are traditionally filled with a combination of sautéed onions and ground meat, while some versions occasionally employ mushrooms, sauerkraut, or cheese. They are usually associated with the northeas... READ MORE

Eisbein is a German dish, traditionally served in Berlin. The name, which when translated means ice leg refers to a pork knuckle or pork hock which is first cured or pickled and then boiled with vegetables and herbs. In Berlin, the hock i... READ MORE

Although it was originally considered a poor man’s meal, this creamy potato soup known as bramboračka has become one of the classics of Czech cuisine. It appears in numerous variations, but mainly includes simple ingredients such as root veg... READ MORE

Considered an essential part of the Finnish food culture, hernekeitto is a thick split pea soup cooked with pork that is traditionally prepared and served every Thursday throughout the country. Followed by a delicious pannukakku – a... READ MORE

Braunschweiger is a German dish using liverwurst sausage as the main ingredient. The sausage is first sliced into smaller pieces, then combined with smoked meat (such as bacon) in a pan. The two are fried together until they develop a nice, browne... READ MORE