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How to cook a great goulash

| January 21, 2012 | 2 Comments
How to cook a great goulash

Originating as a staple for herdsmen traveling across the great plains of Hungary many centuries ago, goulash is one of Hungary’s most famous dishes. A hearty soup of beef, vegetables and paprika; goulash gets its flavor from being cooked slowly over a long period of time. Making goulash is fairly simple but to make a [...]

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Apple soup

| October 25, 2010 | 2 Comments
Apple soup

Fruit soups are a very common dish in Hungary and Romania. This savory soup is meant to be served hot with a side of crusty bread. Ingredients 1 potato 3 medium carrots 2 celery sticks 1 green pepper, seeded 2 tomatoes 3 tbsp butter 10 cups (2 1/2 litres) chicken stock 6 green apples, peeled and finely chopped [...]

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Lentil soup with smoked sausage

| December 31, 2009 | 1 Comment
Lentil soup with smoked sausage

Lentil soup is considered a lucky dish that is often served for New Year’s in many parts of Europe. The lentils symbolize wealth because they are shaped like coins. So why not try your luck at this flavorful dish! Happy New Year! Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable oil 2 large onions, diced 1 tsp, minced garlic [...]

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All about goulash

| May 15, 2009 | 16 Comments
All about goulash

What is goulash? Goulash is a prepared stew or soup containing ingredients like meat, onions, peppers, and paprika. Originally from Hungary, goulash can also be found in many other countries like Austria, Croatia, Slovenia, Germany, and Northern Italy which have their own variations to the dish. In the United States there’s even a type of [...]

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