Those dishes that go after breakfast, often interchangeable, so a dish that works well at lunch might also work well at dinner, and vice versa.
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Something slightly different: a fried pork steak with Asian-inspired seasoning between two slices of rye bread. Savoury and spicy.
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A zesty and tasty salad with shrimp and avocado. It works both as an entrée or as a light dinner. For two as a light dinner you’ll need 200 g peeled shrimp, 2 ripe avocados, 1 chili fruit, 1 shallot, 1 dl chopped cilantro, 1 dl olive oil, 1/2 dl lime juice, 1/4 teaspoon cumin,
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Pork fillets seared on high heat and then cooked in a sauce of cream, white wine and Dijon mustard. All served with Arborio rice for one delicious dish. For two you’ll need two pork fillets, approximately 2 cm thick, 1 large or 2 small schallots, 1/2 dl white wine, 1/2 dl chicken stock, 1 dl
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A variation on Chicken Paprikash, an Hungarian dish. A creamy sauce with Hungarian bell pepper, wine and tomatoes enveloping lightly seared chicken. For four you’ll need 400 g chicken breast, 1 Hungarian bell pepper, 1 tomato, 1 onion, 4 cloves of garlic, 1 dl red wine, 1 dl chicken broth, 2 dl sour cream, 2
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Slices of Chèvre on sourdough bread, served on a bed of salad with a mustard and vinaigrette dressing. All you need for a quick, light dinner. For two you’ll need 6 slices of sourdough bread, 200 g goat’s cheese (Chèvre or similar), 1/2 dl extra virgin oil, 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp whole
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A zesty dish that balances tangy lemon, aromatic herbs and tender chicken breast for a delicious and satisfying meal. For two you’ll need 2 chicken breasts, 1 dl chicken broth, the zest of an entire lemon and juice of 1/2 of it, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh
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Cold smoked salmon in a creamy sauce with added capers, all entwined with some fettucine. A delicious restaurant quality dish with practically no effort. For two to three you’ll need 230 g cold smoked salmon, 2 cloves of garlic, 2 tbsps capers, 2 dl cream, olive oil, fettucine, salt and black pepper. Heat and salt
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Chicken covered in a mix of soy, oyster and Hoisin sauce, commingling with ginger and garlic. Add some onion, chili and sesame seeds for a nice variation on stir-fry. For two you’ll need 200-300 g chicken fillets, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp Hoisin sauce, 1/2 onion, 3 cloves of garlic,
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A piece of sirloin, basted and roasted in the oven, together with puréed potatoes and a cream sauce built from the baste from the steak. Altogether delicious. This recipe uses 1 kg sirloin steak, 4 tbsps butter, 1 tbsp red balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp fresh thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 3 cloves of garlic, 1
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An asian inspired soup with noodles, chicken and mushrooms. A hearthy broth seasoned with soy, garlic, chili, ginger and cilantro. For four you’ll need 400 g minced chicken, 200 g mushrooms (button or shiitake), 16 dl chicken broth, 4 cm fresh ginger, 3 cloves of garlic, 1 fresh chili fruit, 1 carrot, 3 medium sized
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A mix of roasted vegetables and fried Halloumi cheese that complements each other perfectly. For three you’ll need 300-400 grams of Halloumi cheese, 2 zucchinis, 2 bell peppers, 2 red onions, 150 g cherry tomatoes, 3 cloves of garlic, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried oregano, olive oil, salt and black pepper. Heat the
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A chicken curry, very moderately on the hotter side, but not overly so, with a taste that lingers. For two you’ll need 200 g chicken fillet, 3/4 tsp roughly ground cardamom, 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 3/4 tsp ground cumin, 1 onion, 3 cloves of garlic, 2 cm fresh ginger, 1 fresh chili with seeds, 1/2
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A traditional dish from Spain, an omelette made sturdier by the inclusion of fried potatoes. Serve it warm or cold, as main course or side dish. For two as main course or four to six as side dish you’ll need 6 eggs, 550 g potatoes, 3 cloves of garlic, olive oil, ground black pepper and
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A sandwich with a thick fillet of pickled herring on a bed of parsley, dill and leek. The seasoned herring combines with the herbs and bread to make a near perfect smørrebrød. For one sandwich you’ll need one or two slices of sweet rye bread, a fillet of Matjes herring, leek, parsley, dill, capers, 1
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A pan grilled pork steak, marinated in a sauce with Dijon mustard, Worcestershire and soy sauce, garlic and more. A tasty slice of pork to be served with a variety of side dishes. For two you’ll need two boneless pork steaks, and for the marinade, 1 moderately heaped tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp olive oil,
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A sandwich with alternating layers of Brie cheese and fried side pork, or bacon. Adding some sliced tomatoes adds freshness to the creamy-salty combination. For one sandwich you’ll need 1 slice of sweet rye bread, three slices of bacon, three slices of Brie cheese, a few slices of tomato, butter and (optionally) some salt and
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A variation on Hungarian goulash. An aromatic and tasty beef stew with lots of spice, paprika and herbs; and in this recipe, also a touch of Spain. A perfect dish for when autumn starts creeping in. For four you’ll need 400 g sliced beef, 200 g spicy sausage (I used chorizo, the Spanish influence in
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Another delicious variation on the theme of chicken in cream sauce. This one adds chicken broth as well as oregano and thyme. For two you’ll need two chicken fillets, 2 dl cream, 1 dl chicken broth, 1 dl finely grated Parmesan cheese, 4 cloves of garlic, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tbsp fresh thyme, olive
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Beef strips braised and quickly stewed in a creamy sauce based on a Roquefort type blue cheese. Quick to make as well as delicious and filling with lots of taste. For two to three you’ll need 300 g beef slices, 90 g Roquefort or similar blue cheese, 2 dl cream, 2 cloves of garlic, 1
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There is a danish culinary tradition called smørrebrød, which basically involves combining various ingredients on a slice of bread and serving it with beer or schnaps, for a delicious entrée, lunch or dinner. This is one take on that. For eight sandwiches you’ll need eight slices of dark ryebread, baked with syrup, 170 g smoked
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A creamy curry based on chickpeas, spinach and coconut milk. The spices add a bit of sting and the tomatoes some acidity to balance it out. Taste wise it’s somewhere between India and Thailand without necessarily being from either. For two you’ll need 200 g chickpeas, 250 ml coconut milk, 2-3 tomatoes, 50 g fresh
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A most delicious dish: salmon seared in cast iron with a mixture of mayonnaise and wasabi to dip in. The wasabi and other ingredients add a spiciness almost like Dijon mustard, but with subtle Asian undertones. For two you’ll need two salmon steaks, olive oil, salt and black pepper. The Wasabi Aioli needs 4 tbsp
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At the time of writing the holidays are approaching, so it might be time for a festive dish. Poached salmon makes for a luxurious touch but is fairly quick to make. This version is poached in champagne with additional touches of schallots, garlic, parsley and dill. It’s a juicy, subtle and delicious salmon dish. For
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The garlic-parmesan combination of Alfredo sauce with shrimp and fettucine makes a creamy, filling and downright delicious dish. The main star here is the sauce. For 2-3 you’ll need 180 g peeled shrimp, 2 dl cream, 2 dl grated Parmesan cheese, 3 cloves of garlic, 1 tbsp dried herb mix (2/4 basil, 1/4 thyme, 1/4
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I winged it and threw together a quick stir fry with rice, but it turned out quite well. For two you’ll need roughly 250 g side pork, 3 tbsp Teriyaki sauce, 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 bell pepper, 1 onion, rapeseed oil and 1 tbsp
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Champignon mushrooms sautéed with garlic and thyme. A great side dish for steaks or even on it’s own as a dish with other vegetarian dishes. A good amount for two is 150 g mushrooms, 2 cloves of garlic, 8-10 strands of fresh thyme, olive oil, butter, salt and black pepper. Slice the mushrooms and chop
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A recipe that results in an incredibly tender piece of brisket, served with vegetables and pressed potatoes. A dinner with a classic old-school gourmet vibe. For 3-4 you’ll need 1 kg of beef brisket, 1 large onion, 3 large carrots, 2 large stalks of celery, 4 cloves of garlic, 2.5 dl red wine, 2.5 dl
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A salad where the saltiness of the fried Halloumi is offset by the sweetness of the grapes. For two you’ll need around 250g of Halloumi. Cut the Halloumi into slices, about 1 cm thick. Slice a bunch of mixed salad leaves. How much? Enough for two. Add the grapes. Cut some fresh thyme and add
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Deep frying might seem like a project, but isn’t actually that difficult. Start with the necessary amount of potatoes for the number of people eating. Peel them or alternatively, if the peels look like they’re in good shape, leave them unpeeled for added texture. Cut the potatoes into wedges or fries. Heat some salted water
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This recipe calls for Wallenbergare, a deluxe form of Swedish meatballs. They are served with a creamy chanterelle sauce. Wallenbergare can be premade and kept in the fridge under plastic wrap until the following day, which is exactly what we did. The recipe for Wallenbergare can be found here. For the chanterelle sauce you’ll need
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An Indian-inspired curry with legumes. Earthy and spicy and just what you need for a filling vegetarian meal. For 2-3 you’ll need 200 g green beans, 1 large onion, 5 cloves of garlic, 1 can of crushed tomatoes (400 g), 1 fresh chili, 1 1/2 tsp garam masala, 2 tsps ground cumin, 1 1/2 tbsp
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A noodle dish with a touch of Italy and a healthy dose of chili and garlic. A few ingredients that can be turned into a quick and delicious stir-fry. For three you’ll need slightly more than we had, which was about 200 g shrimp, roughly 2 1/2 dl chopped Tuscan Kale, 4 tbsp chopped coriander,
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A classic Italian dish of thin, breaded and fried chicken fillets, this time with deep fried potatoes, a lemony mayonnaise and arugula salad. For two you’ll need two fairly large but thin chicken fillets, 3-4 tbsp flour, 1 egg, 1 dl breadcrumbs, 3/4 dl grated Parmesan cheese, 1 1/2 tbsp dried basil, 5-6 potatoes, 3-4
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Bacon, fried crisp, combined with the umami of porcini mushrooms. All tied together with linguine in a savory culinary combination. For two to three people you’ll need 150 g bacon, around 100 g lightly fried and frozen porcini mushroom (more on that later), 1 or 2 schalots, 1 clove of garlic, 2 tbsp sherry vinegar,
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Kind of like some variation on Chinese chicken stir-fry, yet kind of not. Garlicky and sweet, with a touch of soy sauce. Whatever the cuisine should be called, it turned out delicious. For two you’ll need 250 g chicken fillets, 2 cloves of garlic, 1/2 dl maple syrup, 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar, 3/4 tbsp
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A mild, herby casserole with meat, mashed potatoes and vegetables. A dish whose variations are well known in both France, England and Ireland. For three hungry persons you’ll need 500g of minced lamb’s meat, 1 onion, 1 large carrot, 1 stalk of celery, 2 cloves of garlic, 2 tomatoes, 2-3 tbsps of both fresh thyme
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A quick to make dish of lightly caramelised beans that works either as a tasty side or as a meal with pasta. For two you’ll need 300 g of green beans, 3-4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 cloves of pressed garlic, 1 chili fruit, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, linguine, salt and black
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This is a delicious tapas type dish. Lightly fried mushrooms and Serrano ham combine to make a tasty treat well worth trying. As either dinner for two or light tapas for four to six you’ll need 100 g Serrano ham, 200 g mushrooms, olive oil, 2-3 spring onions, 3 cloves of garlic, 2 tbsp lemon
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A whole chicken cooked in the oven with shallots, garlic and tarragon. A version of a classic French recipe that results in a juicy oven cooked chicken. For three you’ll need a whole chicken of at least 1 kg, 5-6 shallots, 4 cloves of garlic, olive oil, 2-3 tsps tarragon, salt and white pepper. Leave
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A simple salad with strawberries. Is it a side dish? Is it dessert? Who knows, but it works. Take a bunch of salad leaves and cut them. Remove the stems from the strawberries and cut them into three pieces. Place the salad and strawberries in a bowl. Mix roughly 3 tbsp olive oil and 1
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This is a fairly mild yet warming vegetarian dish based on chickpeas, with fresh herbs and added feta cheese. The feta cheese could be omitted for a fully vegan meal. For four you’ll need 2 cans of chickpeas, 1 can (400 g) crushed tomatoes, 2 bell peppers, 1 onion, 2-3 cloves of garlic, 20 leaves
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A variation on a classic Swedish dish, kind of like Swedish meatballs, but the deluxe version. To serve 3-4 you’ll need 400 g ground beef (the original recipe calls for ground veal, but beef works perfectly well), 3 egg yolks, 1 3/4 dl cream, roughly 1.5 dl fine breadcrumbs, 3 dl roughly chopped chanterelles, 15-20
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One of those French dishes that makes you realise why they made French cuisine a concept in the first place. It’s a slow cooked stew based on beef with mushrooms, vegetables and herbs cooked in wine. There are different proportions to the ingredients in various recipes, but this one turned out quite well. For five
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A spicy sausage sauce served with a side of polenta. The fennel seeds add an unexpected but quite nice touch of liquorice. For three to four you’ll need 400 g chorizo, 2 Hungarian paprikas, 1 sprig of rosemary, 2 tsp fennel seeds, 400g chopped tomatoes; tinned is fine, a small tin (70 g) of tomato
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A variation on Chicken Caprese that leaves out the balsamico and instead goes heavily on the basil pesto. This is a great recipe if you made a batch of pesto but don’t want to stick to only pesto and pasta for all of it. For two you’ll need two chicken breasts, 2-4 thick slices of
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A creamy chicken stew which is sometimes unfairly seen as a way of doing something with left-over chicken, but is actually a great dish in itself. This is a slightly spicier variation with a little more flavour than the standard version. This version would serve 4 to 6, depending on the level of hunger. You’ll
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There’s a million variations on spaghetti, but just adding salami will get you a delicious dinner in no time. You’ll need spaghetti, a bit of salami, 150 g should be enough for two to three, 1 bell pepper (optional), 2 cloves of garlic, Parmesan cheese, a flat tbsp dried chili flakes, some fresh basil to
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A delicious steak with two delicious side dishes. All quick to make, but adding up to a brilliant meal. Add a light salad and you’re done. For two you’ll need two steaks, about 120g each, a suitable amount of asparagus, 6 mushrooms, Gorgonzola, butter, salt and pepper. For the steaks, cut a slice of butter
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It might sound like a weird combination but they compliment each other quite well. The walnuts add…..nuttiness and the olives, yes oliveness. Not really kidding, it actually works. For two you’ll need 1 1/2 slices of whole wheat bread, roughly 1 dl milk, 125 g walnuts, 75g green olives, 1 pressed garlic clove, 25-30 g
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Toast Skagen is a classic entrée that deserves all the praise it gets. Possibly Swedish in origin it really shows how those vikings could just toss a few ingredients together and achieve a near perfect dish. For 6 pieces of toast you’ll need 180 g of shrimp, 1 dl crémé fraîche (it’s obviously invented after
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Aromatic chicken filets served with a mix of peppers and zucchini. You know it will taste great when the aromas from the oven make your mouth water halfway through cooking.
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A different version of stuffed mushrooms, this time with salami and mozzarella. Slightly spicier without overpowering the mushrooms.
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Mmmmm…mushrooms. If you’re lucky enough to stumble upon the King Bolete variety in the woods or marketplace, here is a delicious recipe to use it in.
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One of those side dishes no dinner should be without. There are numerous variations on this theme. This is one of them, with a light olive oil dressing.
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Another classic. A sauce based on basil that’s great on it’s own for pasta and also works as a condiment for any number of dishes.
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A tasty variation on the salad with warm goat’s cheese theme. The result is a beefier salad with the Chèvre adding it’s character.
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This is one of those dishes that you should serve outside to make you realise what life is really about.
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Yep, that’s right. It’s a classic for a reason, but also perfect for that Monday night when you just can’t be arsed to do any serious cooking.
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Hummus, another great dip, that works as a meal in itself when served with bread and a feta salad. Hummus, or hoummus, is Arabic for chickpea and has a long history in the region.
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A greek classic with a number of variations. Traditionally it doesn’t include leafy greens, but this recipe does. On it’s own it’s a lunch, but add for instance some hummus and bread and it’s a full meal.
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Yes, it’s delicious. The filling mixes with the chicken to create a great variation on oven fried chicken.
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We threw a piece of tenderloin on the grill and didn’t look back. This is possibly one of the best pork dishes.
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A middle-eastern style chicken stir-fry with a feta salad and tzatziki.
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An easy dish with cold smoked salmon and crémé fraîche. Quick to make while the potatoes boil, but delicious.
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