Tag: Dairy

Bird's eye view of 6 buttermilk muffins on a grid

Spiced Buttermilk Muffins

These Spiced Buttermilk Muffins are so moreish! Buttermilk gives the muffins such a pleasant tang, as well as makes them super soft and moist. I know they may not look like anything special, but believe me they are gorgeous. Actually, flavourwise they are not dissimilar to gingerbread, just heaps better in my opinion! My other selling point is that they are extremely easy to make – no whisking, beating, kneading, sifting… you literally mix the ingredients in one bowl using a spatula! Ready to make some 😉

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Close-up view of swede casserole in a glass dish. I portion has been taken out

Swede Casserole

Finnish Christmas casseroles vol.2: Swede Casserole. Swede Casserole (Lanttulaatikko) is one of the oldest and most beloved Finnish Christmas dishes. Swede Casserole has a very distinct flavour, it’s slightly sweet with a hint of spices, usually from ginger and nutmeg. Just like its cousin Carrot Casserole, Swede Casserole is traditionally served as a side dish to baked ham and/or fish. Heads-up though, boiling and cooking swedes may not be the most pleasant of smells, but please don’t judge this humble dish based on the whiff — let the flavour do the talking!

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Close-up view of carrot casserole in a glass dish with a serving spoon. Red and green candles are lit on the background

Carrot Casserole

Finnish Christmas casseroles vol.1: Carrot Casserole. Oh my, this dish is so delicious! Carrot Casserole (Porkkanalaatikko) is a staple at the Finnish Christmas table alongside swede, potato, and sometimes liver, casseroles. However, when it comes to most people’s favourite Christmas casserole, carrot one is usually the winner. It is sweet and creamy, comfort food at its best! Carrot Casserole is traditionally served as a side dish to baked ham and/or fish, but it is actually very filling and foody as it has some rice in it as well. Just to warn you, you will be going back for seconds…

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Close-up side view of smoked salmon pasta in a light green bowl that has brown rim. Pasta is decorated with dill and grated lemon zest.

Smoked Salmon Pasta

Looking for a quick lunch or supper that’s ready in 15 minutes? Love salmon and pasta? Say no more, I got you covered with this Cold Smoked Salmon Pasta recipe that’s one of the quickest and easiest meals you can make! It’s lusciously creamy without being heavy, and it’s guaranteed to leave your belly, and taste buds, satisfied.

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Close-up view of salami pasta salad in a bamboo bowl.

Salami Pasta Salad

Foody lunch? No-heat lunch? Lunch on the go? Oh yes, this tasty Salami Pasta Salad comes to the rescue when you are looking for quick lunch ideas. It’s perfect for meal prep and dead easy to make: you only need to cook the pasta, chop a few ingredients and mix everything together. Also, if you are looking for picnic foods this might be something to pack in your basket!

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BIrd's eye view on yellow chicken soup in a dark blue bowl. Bowl is on a wooden board with a side of bread.

Exotic Chicken Soup

Chicken soup is one of those heartwarming dishes that always hits the spot! You just cannot go wrong with good old chicken soup, the ultimate cold remedy (or so they say). I love experimenting with chicken soup as it’s such a versatile dish, but this “Exotic” Chicken Soup is the one I always come back to. It’s super quick and easy to make, but absolutely delicious! I call it exotic because of the bananas… yes, bananas! Don’t judge until you’ve tried it, banana really works with the other flavours!

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Bird's eye view of two flammekueche slices on light blue and dark blue plates. Plateful of rocket on a side.

Flammekueche

Craving for pizza? Try Flammekueche, a Franco-German version of pizza! Flammekueche is best described as a cross between pizza bianca (white pizza), flatbread and tart: it has a super thin base that’s traditionally covered with crème fraîche, bacon and sliced onions. It’s mouth-wateringly good and the best thing is it’s much quicker to make than a regular pizza as the dough is unleavened. No yeast means no proofing, and no proofing means the oh-so delicious flammekueche will be in your belly in no time!

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Bird's eye view of pasha decorated with orange Smarties mini eggs and mint

Easter Pasha

Looking for something different to make over Easter? Try Pasha, a traditional Easter time’s dessert in Finland. It’s rich and creamy, but umm, I don’t really know how else to describe it. It’s a bit like a no-bake cheesecake, but cheesecake without the biscuit base and some bits inside. Fromage frais, cream and butter are the key ingredients – sounds delish, right?

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