“Heart of Rump” on a grill
Heart of rump a.k.a pave rump steak is a succulent cut that is very special due to it’s richness in beef flavor. It’s packed in flavor! It’s probably one of the most flavor rich beef cuts in the world! 🙂 If you haven’t tried it, I highly recommend it: pave rump is lean and healthierRead More
Asian Beef Noodles
Easy to make and so delicious. Asian Beef Noodles will be your go to recipe for a fast and easy dinner recipe.
Asian Meat Sauce
Fast and tasty, this minced meat sauce with Asian flavors will go so well along a bowl of rice and a fresh vegetable salad. Heat up oil in the frying pan. In a small mixing bowl, mix together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, pepper, sesame oil and rice wine. Set aside. Once theRead More
Austrian style roast from cured Pork – Surbraten
Tender and good looking cured roasted pork.
Baked Chicken Breasts
Super tender and juicy, these chicken breasts will make a great addition to your dinner table. Very fast and easy to make, with just a few ingredients. Preheat oven to 230°C (450°F). In a bowl mix together salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder. In a baking dish, place the chicken breasts in a single layer.BrushRead More
Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Chicken drumsticks can be found in any groceries store, and are easy to make, delicious and have this soft and tender meat. This recipe is so unbelievably easy to make and the butter gives the drumsticks a delicious creamy, buttery flavor. Gather the ingredients. Preheat oven to 230°C (450°F). Line a baking pan(I used aRead More
Baked Lemon Garlic Chicken
If you want tender, juicy and so full of lemony flavor chicken, then this is the recipe for you. This Lemon Garlic Chicken, just melts in your mouth. Very easy and pretty fast to make, not considering the marinating time. In a small bowl combine lemon juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, salt, pepper and groundRead More
Baked Meat Balls with Rice in Tomato Sauce
If you feel like having something tasty and easy to make, and have some leftover minced in your fridge/freezer, then these delicious and easy to make meatballs are the thing for you. Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Oil/grease a 38 cm (15”) baking dish. Set aside. In a medium mixing bowl mix minced meat,Read More
Baked Turbot
Easy and deliciously meaty, funny looking Turbot baked whole, Italian style.
Beef Burger
Juicy, tasty and simply delicious Beef Burger with Brioche Buns.
Beef Goulash
Hearty and warm, a delicious and filling beef goulash with potatoes and carrots.
Beef Steak
I have always considered beef steaks as something almost impossible to make perfect, because of the timing and wasn’t sure which spices go well with it, if it’s better marinated or not and so on. But a few years ago, me and my husband discovered this very simple recipe, that requires minimal ingredients and soRead More
Beef Steak with Herbs and Butter
Quick and easy to make, yet so juicy and delicious.
Breakfast Egg Baskets
So fast and easy, you can have a delicious breakfast in just 20 minutes. These baskets look good and taste even better. Heat up the oven to 200°C (390°F). Grease up 4 muffin cups with butter or oil. Cut the crust off the toast bread slice. Push the toast slices into the muffin cups, tryRead More
Bulgur with Garlic and Mushrooms
Simple and delicious, a great vegan dish for a light summer meal.
Char Siu Pork
Chinese cuisine was always an interest of mine. I have tried quite a bit of Chinese food in my lifetime, and it is always delicious. The dishes always seem so complex and therefore I only attempted to make just a few dishes from this amazing cuisine. Here is one of them, the famous Char SiuRead More
Chicken Schnitzels
Tasty and easy to make Chicken Schnitzels.
Chicken Wraps
Fast and easy to make, the Chicken Wraps will be your go to dinner ideas, when you are in a hurry.
Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Light and bright, this creamy mushroom pasta is simply delicious. You can have this delicious creamy pasta on your table in under 30 minutes. Preheat the oil in the frying pan on medium high. Add the mushrooms in a single layer. If needed, fry the mushrooms in two batches. First fry the mushrooms undisturbed forRead More
East African Baked Chicken
Roast chicken with East African Flavors. So delicious and crisp. Easy to make, and so full of flavor. The skin is so crispy and delicious. You can use just the chicken parts for this recipe as well as a whole chicken. Just make sure that the parts are laying in one layer. Wash the chicken,Read More
Easy Beef and Broccoli
So fast and easy to make, ready in 20 minutes.
Elf’s version of BBQ Spare Ribs
Easy to make and does not require a grill or open fire and just a few ingredients. These BBQ Spare Ribs are so tender and juicy, the meat just falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. Made with homemade version of BBQ sauce, using hoisin sauce and homemade molasses substitute. The taste isRead More
Elf’s version of Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s Pie with a crisp and buttery dough. Delicious meal for a whole family.
Fast and Easy Yellow Rice
Very simple, yet so effective looking, this bright yellow rice will be a great side dish to any kind of poultry, fish or fatty meats. This rice just takes 20 minutes to prepare and goes so well with any kind of meat. Enjoy!
Filet mignon à la Elf
This is the easiest way to get the soft and tender filet mignon done perfectly. The french call it ‘filet de bœuf’ and consider it one of the most desired cuts of beef. The nicely caramelized garlic goes really well beside the steak, together with potato and carrot wedges and some broccoli plus a fineRead More
Fried Meat Balls
Easy and fast to make and goes well with any kind of side dish. To make them even more special, can be made into mini burgers. =) Gather ingredients. Mix all the ingredients a mixing bowl, using your hands. If you don’t like to touch raw meat with your bare hands, you can wear singleRead More
Grilled Chicken Drumsticks
If you like chicken, this is an extremely easy way to grill drumsticks on a stove top grill. You quickly get those fine brown grill lines without all the open fire hassle. Yes, as I write this, due to drought, it’s still forbidden to grill or make open fire in Vienna. So heat up youRead More
Homemade Pizza Dough
Pizza is such and easy and so very diverse dish that is enjoyed by most of the people in this world.
Homemade Pizza with Salmon
Salmon pizza is delicious way to use up leftover salmon.
Homemade Potato Wedges
Fast and easy to make, potato wedges will be a great side to any dish.
Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Super easy to make with just a few ingredients. These Honey Garlic Pork Chops are extremely soft and tender, with a delicious honey flavor. Gather the ingredients. Season chops with salt, pepper and garlic powder just before cooking. Heat oil in a pan or skillet over medium high heat until hot. Sear chops on bothRead More
Italian Meatballs
Easy to make and mouth watering Italian Spaghetti and Meatballs.
Keto Beef Stroganoff
Fast and easy to make, this creamy and delicious Beef Stroganoff is also Keto friendly.
Keto Bread
Fast and easy to make, this Keto friendly bread is a great alternative to wheat based breads.
Keto Cauliflower Rice
Super easy to make and a healthy alternative to rice.
Keto Chicken Alfredo with Zoodles
Easy to make and keto friendly.
Keto Meatloaf
Juicy and delicious and keto friendly.
Keto Salmon with Orange Garlic Jus
Keto friendly and super delicious Salmon with Orange Garlic Jus over Cauliflower Rice.
Lamb Steaks
Lamb steaks are delicious and tender and they go really well cooked medium. The meat is soft and juicy and the flavor is the real treat.
Lazy Cabbage Rolls
Easy to make, absolutely delicious. A lazy version of famous Romanian Sarmale rolls, or Russian Golubzi. Made with cabbage and minced meat, these lazy rolls will be the star of your dinner table. Chop the cabbage into fine strips, or as fine as you can make it. Chop the onions. Peel and shred the carrots,Read More
Meat Sauce for Nachos
The sauce is simple, yet tasty. Requires just a few ingredients and a bit of time. Goes really well with plain corn chips or could also be served over pasta. This sauce is not really light or dietary, more like filling and heavy. Heat up olive oil in a deep frying pan. Add minced meatRead More
Mediterranean Chicken Drumsticks
Delicious baked chicken drumsticks with Mediterranean flavors.
Mini Pizzas
Pizza can be made with a huge variety of toppings, anything you like.
Mushroom Risotto
Simple to make and simply delicious, this Mushroom Risotto so full of flavor and mushrooms and cheese.
Orange Rosemary Roasted Chicken
Bright, tender and succulent chicken with a delicious buttery orange flavor.
Pan Fried Trout
Fast and easy pan fried trout. Stuffed with aromatic thyme and juicy lemon. Light and tasty. Goes really well with fresh vegetable salad or rice. Thyme gives the fish nice aroma and lemon provides that tangy flavor. Heat up the oil in a frying pan, over medium – high heat. Wash, descale and gut theRead More
Pasta al Tonno
Delicious and easy to make, this pasta al tonno will be your go to recipe for when you want something fast an easy to make. Heat up the oil in a deep frying pan. In a mixing bowl, pour the contents of the tomato can. If the tomatoes are whole, break them into small pieces.Read More
Pasta Meat Sauce
The sauce is easy to make, fast and very tasty. It’s like a much faster version of Bolognese sauce, and tastier. =) The sauce is creamy and bright. Can be served over spaghetti, or any other kind of pasta. Can also be used as a nacho’s meaty sauce. Serve with lots of shredded cheese. =)Read More
Pasta with Veggies
When you feel like eating something light and tasty, with paste with veggies is a great option. Just a few ingredients and 20 minutes of cooking time and you have a delicious dinner or lunch. Boil the pasta. Any kind of pasta that you like or have at home. I used penne. Chop zucchini, carrotsRead More
Roasted asparagus with garlic and cheese
The season of asparagus is here! 🙂
Roasted Goose
Tender goose, roasted whole and filled with oranges and delicious spices.
Roasted Potatoes with Mushrooms
So easy to make with just a few ingredients and make for a delicious side dish.
Roasted Turkey Breast
Tender and juicy this Roasted Turkey Breast will just melt in your mouth.
Romanian Mushroom Ragout
Wallachian Mushroom Ragout is one of those traditional dishes that has been around for centuries.
Romanian style Trout with Polenta and Garlic Sauce
Traditional Romanian style trout with polenta and mujdei.
Russian Fried Meat Pies (Belyash)
One of my favorites from when I was a kid. Actually, it still is. A puffy yeast dough, with minced meat center and so juicy. Mmmmmm… so tasty. They are so puffy and juicy. I used to sneak into the kitchen and steal one or two while they were still hot. =) As I gotRead More
Russian Fried Pastries
Traditional Russian Fried Pastries or Pirojki with various fillings.
Russian Meat Dumplings (Pelmeni)
One of the delicious traditional Russian dishes, meat dumplings or pelmeni.
Salmon Fillet
Salmon fillet is delicious, juicy and so easy to make. All you need is a few ingredients to make a delicious meal. Important thing about making any kind of seafood is not to overcook it. Most of the seafood requires just a few minutes of cooking, thus making it a really good choice for aRead More
Sausage Flowers
Fast and easy to make, this flaky dough flower will make a perfect breakfast for that special day, like 8th March or Valentines Day.
Seafood Paella
Fast, easy to make and so full of flavor.
Simple Salami Pizza
Fast and simple to make, from homemade pizza dough, with homemade marinara sauce.
Spaghetti Aglio-e-Olio with Salsiccia
Fast and easy to make, delicious pasta with Italian sausage.
Spaghetti Bolognese
One of the spaghetti sauce classics, this Bolognese sauce is simple to make and delicious.
Spaghetti with Creamy Mushrooms
Tasty and Creamy Mushroom Spaghetti
Stew from Chicken Gizzards
Very warm and hearty, this stew will make you feel warm and tingly on those cold winter evenings. Chicken gizzards become very soft and melt in your mouth. Topped with some chopped parsley and served with a warm and crunchy dinner roll. Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F). Heat up the olive oil in an ovenRead More
Sticky Chicken Drumsticks
So deliciously tender and sweet and sticky, try them for yourself.
Stuffed Peppers
Bright and delicious, a complete meal in one pepper.
Summer Rolls
Summer Rolls are very light, healthy and delicious. These rolls can be made with chicken, seafood, tofu or just vegetables. They are perfect for party snacks, starters or just a light snack. To prepare the chicken: Brush the chicken breasts with desired spices (I used paprika, salt, pepper and oriental spice mix). Fry the chickenRead More
Super Creamy Potato Bake
Potato bakes are a hearty and filling dishes. and if you add cream and some freshly chopped parsley, and I am not even going to say BACON, to them, they can become a complete meal. This delicious and easy to make potato bake requires a minimal amount of ingredients that most will find in theirRead More
Super Simple Seafood Curry
So fast and simple, and the taste is amazing.
Sweet and Sour Pork
Quick and easy to make, and so orientally delicious.
Tasty Mushroom Pizza
This pizza is made from homemade pizza dough, mushroom topping, lots of cheese and homemade marinara sauce.
Teriyaki Chicken Maki Rolls
Delicious and moderately easy to make, but always great as a main meal or a snack.
Three Cheese Lasagna Bolognese
Lasagna Bolognese is so juicy, full of flavor and soooo cheesy. 🙂
Vegan Bulgur Pilaf
Light and flaky with fresh vegetables and a fresh pita bread … a perfect dish for a fast, healthy and hearty dinner.
Vegan Curry with Lentils
This vegan curry with lentils is exactly what you need. It is light enough and nutritious enough to provide you with your daily calorie intake and carries a bit of a punch for the “heat” lovers. 😉
Vegetarian Curry
Simple and so fast to make, this Vegetarian Curry is spicy and so full of flavor.