How to make Dumplings!

In this Guyanese recipe contributed by Lennox Wegman, find a simple blend of rich spices along with a hearty tale on the importance of self-sufficiency.

An Italian New Year’s Eve food tradition.

Pasta e Fagioli, nicknamed Pasta Fazol! This is not hard at all to make at home. It’s a great standby for weeknights where you don’t have much time and need to whip up something quickly. The results are really wonderful on a cold night.

In traditional Italian households, Sunday afternoons are a time for all the family to gather around and enjoy a meal together. On these occasions, Susan grew up savoring the meatballs and tomato sauce made by her grandmother and mother. She continues with this Sunday tradition, but substituting chuck, pork, veal and cheese for her own vegan version of the dish.

A typical Palestinian breakfast is a feast to be enjoyed by loved ones. There’s something for everyone in this multi-dish meal, from dips and spreads to veggies and lots of olive oil.

Basler Lebkuchen is a German Christmas cookie, and this recipe is slightly more dense and chewy than most. Soft and crunchy with a slight spice, these cookies are perfect for the holiday season.

Spritzegebäck is a German Christmas Cookie, but they go great with a cup of coffee or tea any time of year. These crispy treats aren’t too sweet and they hold up well during travel, making them the perfect on-the-go snack.

If you’re ever in the mood to have dessert for dinner, look no further than this recipe for Kaiserschmarrn. This traditionally Austrian dish consists of a fluffy, lightly sweetened, shredded pancake and is served with applesauce.

Kasha Varnishkes is a traditional Eastern European comfort food that features buckwheat, sauteed onions, and buttery noodles (usually bow tie pasta). It’s a simple dish to prepare with the potential to become a new favorite among families.

A classic Turkish dish. The name Karniyarik translates as “split belly”, likely because the eggplants are split after being fried and stuffed with a delicious meat mixture and baked to perfection.

Rakott Krumpli, or Hungarian roasted potatoes, is a simple meal with humble roots. Made with hardboiled eggs, Yukon Gold potatoes, sausage, a heavy hand of sour cream and a dash of paprika, this hearty dish is meant to comfort your soul rather than your heart.

Makloubeh is a popular Palestinian dish that can be made with either lamb or chicken, and includes a variety of savory spices and vegetables. It's traditionally served for guests to make for a dramatic entree.

Hortobágyi Palacsinta are savory meat-filled pancakes from Hungary. The laborious nature of this dish is easily forgiven for its unparalleled, nourishing taste. Pancakes and crepes usually make you think of breakfast, yet this Hortobágyi Palacsinta recipe provides a hearty meal that makes for a perfect main course.

Chupe Verde, or “Green Soup,” comes from the Peruvian Andes and is thought to have originated from the Incan period. It is enjoyed for breakfast or for lunch and is considered especially good for strength and health.

Amorgia is a refreshing tomato-based Sicilian marinade. It's an easy to make dish that can be adjusted based on the herbs you have available.