Author: Paul Ashton
Spanish Chickpea & Spinach Stew (Potaje de Vigilia)
This is one of Spain’s most famous Lenten dishes. “Vigilia” refers to fasting days when meat was forbidden. Traditionally the stew includes salt cod, but
Italian Lentil Soup (Zuppa di Lenticchie)
A rustic lentil soup like Zuppa di Lenticchie is a classic example of cucina povera, because it relies on stored lentils, basic vegetables. The best
Simnel Cake
Simnel Cake (2 recipes) Simnel cake is the traditional British Easter fruit cake, usually eaten on Easter Sunday or during the Easter season after Lent.
Easter recipes
Lent A traditional meat-free meal inspired by Christian fasting customs across Europe For centuries, Lent was observed with simpler food, fewer animal products, and an
Pfannkuchen
Thin, soft German pan pancakes, lightly eggy and ideal for either sweet or savoury fillings. Traditionally rolled or folded and eaten hot.
Dutch poffertjes
Soft, fluffy Dutch mini pancakes made with yeast and a little buckwheat. Serve hot with melted butter and plenty of icing sugar.When made professionally, these
Dutch Pannekoeken
Dutch pannenkoeken and German Pfannkuchen come from the same medieval Central European tradition.Dutch pannenkoeken Large and plate-sized. Usually slightly thicker than crêpes. Often cooked with