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Lamb or pork roasted in an oven or over an open spit is the meat served on Christmas. Often it is served with a spinach and cheese pie and various salads and vegetables. 'Baklava' (a sweet pastry made of filo pastry filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with syrup or honey), Kataifi (a pastry made from a special form of shredded filo dough and flavored with nuts and cinnamon), Theeples (a kind of fried pastry) are often served. Melomakarono, egg or oblong shaped biscuit/cakes made from flour, olive oil, and honey and rolled in chopped walnuts is also a popular dessert.
A miniature quiche served as a canape is a small, bite-sized pastry typically filled with a mixture of eggs, cream, cheese, and various ingredients such as vegetables, meats, or seafood. These savory treats are often baked in a pastry crust and can be served warm or at room temperature, making them ideal for appetizers at parties or events. Their elegant presentation and rich flavors make them a popular choice for sophisticated gatherings.
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The original version of the chopped patty was served in HAMBURG. Similarly, finely ground sausage made in Vienna (Wien) became the WIENER, although the Austrians prefer the term FRANKFURTER (from Frankfurt).
Pastry should not be served too often because it is relatively high in simple carbohydrates (sugar) and fats and relatively low in other nutrients. Pastry should be a treat for special occasions rather than a daily food.
A Somerset puff is a traditional British pastry, often described as a type of savory puff pastry. It is typically filled with ingredients like cheese, vegetables, or meats, and is known for its flaky, light texture. The pastry is usually baked until golden brown and can be served as a snack or appetizer. Its name is derived from the Somerset region in England, where it has roots in local culinary traditions.
Ingredients1 cn Flat anchovy fillets (2 oz);drained & finely chopped 1/2 c Onion; finely chopped1/3 c Caoers; drained, washed,dried & chopped 1/2 c Pickled beets; canned orfresh, finely chopped - (see Recipe) 4 Egg yolksPlace 1 egg cup, cookie cutter or small juice glass in the center of each of 4 salad plates to reserve a space for the egg yolks. On each plate make a border around the glass with a thin ring of chopped anchovies, then a ring of chopped onions, one of capers, one of pickled beets and one of chopped fresh parsley. The plates may be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated. Before serving, remove the glass from each plate and replace it with a raw egg yolk. Each person then mixes his own ingredients at the table. This may be served as a first course, as part of a smrgsbord, or as a late-supper snack with beer.
Empanadas means breaded- like breaded chicken or vegetables. Most people put either beef or some kind of meat in them. They're also considered pastries served as appetizers.
Vegetables are to be served on one side of the plate, and meat or something else are to be on the other side of it.
Shabu shabu is a traditional Japanese soup. It usually consists of thinly sliced meat, usually beef, and chopped up vegetables. It is usually served with dipping sauces.
for me this would be the 4th of July and Easter
A fricassee with pastry is a dish that combines a stew made from meat, usually chicken or veal, that is cooked slowly in a white sauce, often enriched with cream and vegetables. The term "fricassee" refers to the method of cooking, which involves sautéing the meat before braising it. The dish is typically served with a flaky pastry crust or topped with pastry, adding a rich, buttery texture that complements the savory stew. This culinary preparation creates a comforting and hearty meal, perfect for colder weather.