Regional-cuisine/20 recipes

This authentic French Canadian recipe is a classic belly warmer and perfect for a cold day. Split-pea soup with a ham bone, ham hock or salt pork. Make it a vegetarian split-pea soup by leaving out the ham bone and using vegetable stock instead of water.

An Eastern European pastry with a rich history and cultural significance. They are traditionally made from a simple dough consisting of cream cheese, butter, and flour, and filled with sweet fillings like jam, nuts, or cheese.

A tantalizing and delicious pasta dish made with succulent chicken breasts, bell peppers and fresh mushrooms.

A German take on pancakes. Very flexible, toss in some apples or other fruit and your children or hubby will love you.

How to cook acorn squash. This works with carnival squash (used in the photo) as well as acorn squash. Perfectly cooked moist and not stringly squash paired with a buttery glaze that is caramelized perfectly. All this in about 20 minutes.

Classic German beef pot roast that is marinated with vinegar, spices and seasonings. It's traditionally served with red cabbage and/or spaetzle or even pasta. Perfect for celebrating Oktoberfest.

Juicy chunks of chicken and crisp sweet sugar snap peas are in a sweet and slightly sour sauce, it's quick and easy to make, suitable for a weeknight and colorful enough for the weekend. Ready in less than 20 minutes flat.

Quick and easy to make, and it came out colorful and tasty! We served it over a bed of rice for supper, delicious!

Flank steak stuffed and rolled into a pinwheel with ham, cheese and a flavor packed mix of ingredients. Guaranteed to wow your BBQ guests that are lucky enough to partake.

Authentic version of the Benihana Ginger Salad dressing served at the Benihana hibachi grill restaurants. This ginger infused, slightly sweet and slightly tangy salad dressing transforms a simple iceberg lettuce salad into a refreshing start to any meal.

A hearty German style black bread recipe for your bread machine.

Italian pasta Carbonara for two using 6 simple ingredients and perfectly sized for two servings. Best of all this can be served in about 20 minutes.

The classic German recipe.

I let the roast sit at room temperature 20-30 minutes before placing in the oven. Also, make sure the oven heats up to 500 for a good 20 minutes before roasting meat.

Why order take-out, if you can whip up a delicious meal within about 20 minute. A quick, easy and tasty Chinese stir-fried veggies with spaghetti will ensure to make your tummy feel happy while satisfy your palate.

An easy flaming chicken main dish that even picky teenagers will gobble up. Very simple ingredients with a tasty sauce perfect for potatoes or rice on the side. Flames optional but worth the excitement.