CONTENTS INTRODUCTION
GLAZED
EUROPE BACALHAU
À
GOMES
DE
SÀ -
PORK SHANK
-
SMOKED
HERRING SALAD
MOULES
FRITES
-
BRICK, MAKROUD -
GERMANY
-
NETHERLANDS
FOUL, WARAH
BELGIUM
BRYNDZOVÉ
HALUSKY
GOULASH -
HUNGARY
-
CALDO
SLOVAKIA
SPAIN
KÄSESPÄTZLE TATIN -
SOUP,
BOUILLABAISSE, TARTE
GRÖSTI -
AUSTRIA
SWITZERLAND
FRANCE
PIZZA MARGHERITA, BUCATINI
COLCANNON CHRISTMAS
IRELAND ALL’AMATRICIANA,
PUDDING
-
SARDE
ALLA
BECCAFICO -
ENGLAND ITALY
COCK-A-LEEKIE FARIKAL LAX
REINDEER BLINI
SCOTLAND SERBIA
MOUSSAKA, TZATZIKI -
STEW
SILGUSOUST BORSCHT -
GREECE
BAKLAVA, DÖNER -
RUSSIA
ESTONIA
UKRAINE
POLAND
FRIKANDELLER -
KEBAP
-
TURKEY
DENMARK
LAMB
TAJINE AND WITH LEMON,
GHAZAL
-
KA’B
AL-
-
EGYPT
MAFÉ -
GAMBIA
CAPO VERDE
OLELEH -
SIERRA LEONE
ATTÉKIÉ -
IVORY COAST
FOU
-
FOU
CURRY
-
THE AMERICAS
CAMEROON
ZIGHINÌ -
ERITREA
QUEBECOIS
INJERA -
ETHIOPIA
-
CHOMA
CHICKEN
-
WAKUKU
MADAGASCAR
REVELLION
-
MOZAMBIQUE
-
CAKE,
PLYMOUTH
WILLIAMSBURG
OYSTERS TURKEY,
CLAM
ROAST GOOSE,
CREAM OF PEANUT SOUP
BANH
ARGENTINA
LAHONG
ASADO, LOCRO -
TACOS,
CHILIS
GALLO
PINTO
JERK
RELLENOS
-
-
BURRITOS
HALLACA -
-
AJIACO -
CUBA
SPAS -
ANTIOQUENAS
-
COLOMBIA
BAIANA -
DE ATUN
-
BRAZIL
PERU
NHOAMI SACH CHROUK PAKON
-
MEE
KROB
-
THAILAND
GORENG, LEMPER
-
INDONESIA
-
IRAN:
OCEANIA
ARMENIA CIALAO,
KANGAROO SAMBOSAY
GOSHTI
-
PAKISTAN
PORK, TANDOORI MURGHI, PANEER
DUMPLINGS,
BIBIMPAP, KIMCHI -
-
INDIA
PEKING -
SALAD
CURRY
FILETS,
LAMINGTONS STUFFED
KADHAI
STEAMED
YAM KUNG,
NANAS GORENG, NASI
SAUCE, SPRING ROLLS CON COCO,
VIETNAM
ISRAEL
HALVA, CHAPATI, SAJJI -
KABOB,
GAKHO -
SYRIA
POLÒ
VINDALOO
JAMAICA
VENEZUELA
A
-
FISCH
AFGHANISTAN
FEJOADA, CHURRASCO, JERIMUM BACALHAU
GEFILTE
GIALROSA
MEXICO
HAITI
EMPANADAS
CEVICHE
Y
COSTA RICA
EN TENTACIÒN,
CHICKEN
GRIOT -
CON CARNE,
TOM LEBANON
FALAFEL -
-
XÈO,
CAMBODIA
TABBOULEH -
SABAI
GUACAMOLE, CHILI
PLATANOS
2
- CHILE:
ASIA
UNITED STATES
SOUTH AFRICA
LOBSTERS WITH RICE
TOURTIERE
DE AVE
CANADA
CHOWDER,
TANZANIA
IN PIRI PIRI SAUCE
MADAGASCAN
MAPLE PIE,
ROCKEFELLER, THANKSGIVING
KENYA
-
CAZUELA
PASTRAMI, CHEESE
SOMALIA
BOBOTIE, SOSATIE -
MOROCCO
COUSCOUS, BOUREK, LOBSTER ALGERIA
SENEGAL
M’CHUZI
AFRICA
-
YASSA -
NYAMA
FINLAND
-
ENAB
DE PEIXE
KALLUUN -
SWEDEN
WITH CAVIAR
PIEROGI -
PALACINKA -
NORWAY
PUDDING
LIBYA
PORTUGAL
PAELLA VALENCIANA, PIMIENTOS RELLENOS -
PARMENTIER
SHARBA -
TUNISIA
-
CHINA
AUSTRALIA
NEW ZEALAND
KOKODA -
BANANA
CAKE,
LAMB CHOPS, ROASTED KUMARA
FIJI
PALUSAMI -
DUCK, OYSTER
PAVLOVA
SAMOA
PO’E
HAWAIIAN
-
TAHITI
CHICKEN,
SESAME
MAHI MAHI
-
KOREA HAWAII
TEMPURA, SASHIMI, SUKIYAKI, AZUKI PASTE,
ZARU
SOBA
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JAPAN
BEAN
INDEX
3
EUROPE
4
C U I S I N E I N S P I R E D B Y A RT
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
5
THE REAL VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY CONSISTS NOT IN SEEKING NEW LANDSCAPES BUT IN HAVING NEW EYES. SUGGESTING A KEYSTONE MAXIM FOR WHOEVER IS A TRAVELER, OR FEELS LIKE A TRAVELER, OR WANTS TO TRAVELER, KIN TO SOLVING PUZZLES OR COLLECTING TROPHIES, UNLESS THE TRAVELER ADOPTS NEW EYES.
6
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
PAELLA
Difficulty Medium - 45 minutes preparation time + 45 minutes cooking time
SPAIN
INGREDIENTS FOR 6 PEOPLE: 4 TABLESPOONS OLIVE OIL 1 ONION, CHOPPED 2 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED 1 RED BELL PEPPER, CHOPPED, GROUND BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE 4 OUNCES CHORIZE SAUSAGE, CUT INTO PIECES 2 SKINLESS, BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST HALVES - CUT INTO 1 INCH CUBES 1 (12 OUNCE) PACKAGE UNCOOKED ARBORIO RICE 5 CUPS CHICKEN BROTH 1/2 CUP WHITE WINE 1 SPRIG FRESH THYME 1 PINCH SAFFRON 2 SQUID, CLEANED AND CUT INTO 1 INCH PIECES 2 TOMATOES, SEEDED AND CHOPPED 1/2 CUP FROZEN GREEN PEAS 12 LARGE SHRIMP, PEELED AND DEVEINED 1 POUND MUSSELS, CLEANED AND DEBEARDED 1/4 CUP CHOPPED ITALIAN FLAT LEAF PARSLEY
Heat olive oil in paella pan over medium heat. Add in onion, garlic and pepper; cook and stir for a few minutes. Add chorizo sausage, diced chicken, and rice; cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in 3 1/2 cups stock, wine, thyme leaves, and saffron. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to the boil, and simmer for 15 minutes; stir occasionally. Taste the rice, and check to see if it is cooked. If the rice is uncooked, stir in 1/2 cup more stock. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally. Stir in additional stock if necessary, up to 2 cups additional stock, 5 cups total. Cook until rice is done. Stir in squid, tomatoes, and peas. Cook for 2 minutes. Arrange prawns and mussels on top. Cover with foil, and leave for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the foil, and scatter parsley over the food. Serve in paella pan, garnished with lemon wedges.
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BOUILLABAISSE
Difficulty Low - 15 minutes preparation time + 25 minutes cooking time
FRANCE
INGREDIENTS FOR 12 PEOPLE: 175 ML (6 FL OZ) OLIVE OIL 2 ONIONS, THINLY SLICED 2 LEEKS, SLICED 3 TOMATOES - PEELED, SEEDED AND CHOPPED 4 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED 1 SPRIG FRESH THYME 1 BAY LEAF 1 TEASPOON ORANGE ZEST 350 G (12 OZ) MUSSELS, CLEANED AND DEBEARDED 2 L (3 1/2 PINTS) BOILING WATER SALT AND FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE 2 KG (5 LB) RED MULLET OR SEABASS 1 PINCH SAFFRON THREADS 350G(12 OZ) FRESH PRAWNS, PEELED AND DEVEINED
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan, and add the onions, leeks, tomatoes and garlic. Cook and stir over a low heat for a few minutes until all vegetables are soft. Stir in the thyme, bay leaf and orange zest. Add shellfish and boiling water; stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Turn up the heat to high, and boil for about 3 minutes to allow the oil and water to combine. Add fish, and reduce the heat to medium. Continue cooking for 12 to 15 minutes, or until fish is cooked. The fish should be opaque and tender, but still firm. Fish should not be falling apart. Taste the bouillabaisse and adjust the seasoning. Stir in saffron, and then pour soup into a warmed tureen or soup dishes. Serve immediately.
10
CHRISTMAS PUDDING
Difficulty High - 2 hours preparation time + 8 hours cooking time
ENGLAND
INGREDIENTS FOR 8/10 PEOPLE: 1 OZ /25 G MIXED CANDIED PEEL, FINELY CHOPPED 1 LB /450 G DRIED MIXED FRUIT (USE GOLDEN RAISINS/SULTANAS, RAISINS, CURRANTS) 1 SMALL COOKING APPLE, PEELED, CORED AND FINELY CHOPPED GRATED ZEST AND JUICE 1/2 LARGE ORANGE AND 1/2 LEMON 4 TABLESPOONS BRANDY, PLUS A LITTLE EXTRA FOR SOAKING AT THE END 2 OZ /55 G SELF-RAISING FLOUR, SIFTED 1 LEVEL TABLESPOONS GROUND MIXED SPICE 1 1/2 TABLESPOONS GROUND CINNAMON 4 OZ /110 G SHREDDED SUET, BEEF OR VEGETARIAN 4 OZ /110 G SOFT, DARK BROWN SUGAR 4 OZ /110 G WHITE FRESH BREAD CRUMBS 1 OZ /25 G WHOLE SHELLED ALMONDS, ROUGHLY CHOPPED 2 LARGE FREE-RANGE EGGS
Lightly butter a 2 1/2 pint (1.4 liter) pudding basin. Place the dried fruits, candied peel, apple, orange and lemon juice into a large mixing bowl. Add the brandy and stir well. Cover the bowl with a clean tea towel and leave to marinate for a couple of hours preferably overnight. Stir together the flour, mixed spice and cinnamon in a very large mixing bowl. Add the suet, sugar, lemon and orange zest, bread crumbs and nuts and stir again until all the ingredients are well mixed. Finally add the marinaded dried fruits and stir again. Beat the eggs lightly in a small bowl then stir quickly into the dry ingredients. The mixture should have a fairly soft consistency. Now is the time to gather the family to take turns in stirring, making a wish and adding a few coins. Spoon the mixture in to the greased pudding basin, gently pressing the mixture down with the back of a spoon. Cover with a double layer of greaseproof paper or baking parchment, then a layer of aluminum foil and tie securely with string. Place the pudding in a steamer set over a saucepan of simmering water and steam the pudding for 7 hours. Make sure you check the water level frequently so it never boils dry. The pudding should be a deep brown color when cooked. Remove the pudding from the steamer, cool completely. Remove the paper, prick the pudding with a skewer and pour in a little extra brandy. Cover with fresh greaseproof paper and retie with string. Store in a cool dry place until Christmas day. On Christmas day reheat the pudding by steaming again for about an hour. Serve with Brandy Sauce, Brandy Butter or custard. Left over Christmas pudding can be reheated by wrapping tightly in aluminum foil and heating through in a hot oven .
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BORSCHT
Difficulty Medium - 25 minutes preparation time + 1 hour cooking time
UKRAINE
INGREDIENTS FOR 8 PEOPLE: 6 CUPS WATER 3/4 TABLESPOON SALT 1/2 CUP FINELY CHOPPED CARROTS 1/4 CUP CHOPPED GREEN BELL PEPPER, DIVIDED 1/2 STALK CELERY, CHOPPED 1 MEDIUM BEET 1/2 CUP CANNED PEELED AND DICED TOMATOES 3 POTATOES, QUARTERED 1/3 CUP BUTTER 1/2 CUP CHOPPED ONION 1 1/2 CUPS CANNED TOMATOES 3 CUPS FINELY SHREDDED CABBAGE, DIVIDED 1/4 CUP HEAVY CREAM 3/4 CUP DICED POTATOES 1 TABLESPOON DRIED DILL WEED 1/4 TEASPOON GROUND BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE SALT AND FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE
Place water, salt, carrots, 1/2 of the bell pepper, celery, beet, tomatoes, and quartered potatoes in a large stock pot over high heat. Bring to a boil. Melt 1/3 cup butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Saute onions in butter until tender, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove 1/2 cup of sauce from skillet, and set aside. Stir half of the cabbage into the skillet with remaining sauce, and continue simmering 5 minutes more, or until tender. Remove beet from boiling liquid and discard. Remove potatoes with a slotted spoon or tongs, and place in a bowl with remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and the cream. Mash together until smooth. Return the 1/2 cup of reserved oniontomato sauce to the stock pot. Stir in diced potatoes, and simmer until just tender but still firm, approximately 5 minutes. Increase heat to a low boil, and stir in remaining cabbage, tomato sauce, and mashed potatoes. Reduce heat and simmer a few minutes more. Stir in remaining bell pepper, season with black pepper, and serve.
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POTATO, LEEK AND SMOKED BACON SOUP
Difficulty Low - 10 minutes preparation time + 30 minutes cooking time
GERMANY
INGREDIENTS FOR 4 PEOPLE: 300 G LEEKS, WASHED AND FINELY CHOPPED 300 G POTATOES, PEELED AND SLICED 150 G CHOPPED SMOKED BACON, FAT REMOVED 700 ML VEGETABLE STOCK 290 ML MILK GROUND BLACK PEPPER OLIVE OIL
Slice off leek tops and root ends. This recipe needs only the tender, light green part of the leek. Slice leeks lengthways down the centre, clean well under cold, running water and pat dry with a piece of kitchen paper. Slice leeks horizontally into thin slices and set aside. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, sauté bacon until lightly golden. Add sliced leeks and sauté 3-5 minutes more or until leeks are soft. Pour in stock, bring soup to the boil. Then lower heat and leave to simmer. In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk well until combined. Add to soup, whisking well to avoid lumps. Bring to the boil and season to taste. Remove from heat. Lightly beat egg yolk and cream together; stir into soup. Serve immediately.
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TZATZIKI SAUCE
Difficulty Low - 20 minutes preparation time + 20 minutes cooking time
GREECE
20
INGREDIENTS FOR 8 PEOPLE: 2 (8 OUNCE) CONTAINERS PLAIN YOGURT 2 CUCUMBERS - PEELED, SEEDED AND DICED 2 TABLESPOONS OLIVE OIL 1/2 LEMON, JUICED SALT AND PEPPER TO TASTE 1 TABLESPOON CHOPPED FRESH DILL 3 CLOVES GARLIC, PEELED
In a food processor or blender, combine yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, dill and garlic. Process until well-combined. Transfer to a separate dish, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour for best flavor.
AFRICA
22
COOKING WITH COLORS
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
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LAMB TAGINE
Difficulty Medium - 45 minutes preparation time + 2 hours cooking time
MOROCCO
INGREDIENTS FOR 4 PEOPLE: 4 POUNDS FAT-TRIMMED BONED LAMB SHOULDER OR OTHER CUT SUITABLE FOR STEWING, RINSED AND CUT INTO 1 1/2-INCH CHUNKS 2 ONIONS (8 OZ. EACH), PEELED AND THINLY SLICED 4 CLOVES GARLIC, PEELED AND MINCED 1 TABLESPOON EACH PAPRIKA AND GROUND CUMIN 1 TEASPOON EACH GROUND TURMERIC, GROUND CINNAMON, AND MINCED FRESH GINGER 1/2 TEASPOON CAYENNE 1/8 TEASPOON GROUND CARDAMOM 2 1/2 CUPS FAT-SKIMMED CHICKEN BROTH 1 CAN (14 1/2 OZ.) DICED TOMATOES 2 TABLESPOONS TOMATO PASTE SALT AND FRESH-GROUND PEPPER FLUFFY COUSCOUS 1/3 CUP PITTED KALAMATA OLIVES 1/3 CUP CHOPPED FRESH CILANTRO PRESERVED LEMONS (GARNISH) HARISSA (GARNISH)
Brown lamb. Discard all but 2 tablespoons fat from the pan. Add onions and garlic to pan; stir often over medium heat until onions begin to get limp, 3 to 5 minutes. Add paprika, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, cayenne, and cardamom; stir until very fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add broth, tomatoes (including juices), and tomato paste. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lamb is tender when pierced, about 1 hour. Skim off and discard any fat. Add salt and pepper to taste. On dinner plates or a large rimmed platter, mound couscous and form a well in the center. With a slotted spoon, transfer lamb and vegetables to well. Measure pan juices; if less than 3 cups, add water to make that amount, return to pan, and bring to a boil over high heat. Add salt to taste. Pour juices into a bowl and pass to add to taste. Scatter olives and cilantro over lamb; garnish as desired (see notes). No-mess browning. Place meat in a heavy-bottomed 5- to 6-quart pan. Add 1/2 cup water; cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer briskly over medium heat until meat is gray on the outside and has rendered juices and fat, 15 to 20 minutes. Uncover pan, increase heat to high, and stir often until most of the liquid has evaporated, 15 to 20 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-high and stir often until meat juices have caramelized and darkened and meat has browned in the rendered fat, about 5 minutes longer. If drippings and the brown film on pan begin to scorch, reduce heat to medium.
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ASIA
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EMBRACING A WEALTH OF SPICES AND SEASONINGS
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
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STEAMED BUN DOUGH
Difficulty Low - 30 minutes preparation time + 30 minutes cooking time
CHINA
INGREDIENTS FOR 4 PEOPLE: 1 PACKAGE DRIED YEAST OR 1 CAKE FRESH YEAST 1 CUP LUKEWARM WATER 4 1/2 CUPS FLOUR 1/4 CUP SUGAR 2 TABLESPOONS CRISCO OR VEGETABLE OIL 1/2 CUP BOILING WATER 2 TABLESPOONS SESAME SEED OIL
Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water. Add 1 cup of flour. Mix thoroughly. Cover with cloth. Let rise 1 hour, until bubbles appear. Dissolve sugar and vegetable oil in 1/2 cup boiling water. Stir well. Cool until lukewarm. Pour into yeast mixture. Add 3 1/2 cups flour. Knead dough on lightly floured board until smooth. Put into extra large, greased bowl in a warm place. Cover with damp cloth. Let rise until double in bulk, about 2 hours. Divide into 2 portions. Remove first portion and knead 2 minutes. Repeat with second. Roll each into roll 12 inches long and 2 inches wide. Cut into 12 pieces (24 total). Flatten each piece with palm of hand. Roll with rolling pin into 3 inch circles. Brush with sesame seed oil. Indent middle of circle with chopstick. Fold circle in half so that it becomes a half moon. Crimp edges tightly with fork. Place each roll on separate square piece of foil on steamer tray. Cover tray with towel. Let buns rise to double in bulk, about 30 minutes. Remove towel. Steam, tightly covered, over briskly boiling water for 10 minutes. Serve with Peking Duck, Crispy Duck, or with any filling you desire. May be prepared in advance. May be frozen. Thaw out in plastic bag and resteam 10 minutes.
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CHICKEN FRIED RICE
Difficulty Low - 10 minutes preparation time + 10 minutes cooking time
THAILAND
INGREDIENTS FOR 4/6 PEOPLE: 4 CUPS COLD COOKED RICE 8 OUNCES COOKED CHICKEN CHOPPED 2 EGGS (MORE IF DESIRED) 1/2 CUP GREEN PEAS 1 MEDIUM ONION, DICED 1 GREEN ONION, DICED SEASONINGS (ADD ACCORDING TO TASTE): LIGHT SOY SAUCE OYSTER SAUCE SALT PEPPER OIL FOR STIR-FRYING, AS NEEDED
Beat the eggs lightly with chopsticks, add a dash of salt (Add a bit of oyster sauce if desired). Chop the chicken meat and dice the onion and green onion. Heat wok and add oil. When oil is ready, pour 1/2 of the egg mixture into the wok and cook over medium heat, turning over once. Cook the other half the same way. Cut the egg into thin strips, and save for later. Stir-fry the onion on high heat for a few moments, remove and set aside. Do the same for the green peas. Add oil, turn down the heat to medium and stir-fry the rice. Add the soy sauce, salt, pepper and oyster sauce. Add the chicken, onion and green peas and combine thoroughly. Serve chicken fried rice with the strips of egg on top and the green onion as a garnish.
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AMERICA
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THE NEW WORLD CUISINE
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
resulting in the disillusionment of the expected or the joy of
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
the unexpected. And when the finger points to a specific
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
place, and only at that place, willpower comes into play
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
demanding discovery, adventure and exploration.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
Discovery does not lie in the destination but in the journey.
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
It is not the port of destination but the sailing. It is the way
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
home but not the domestic hearth. Heights, islands,
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
mainland, plains, clearings, hills and queness in plurality. We
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
sculptures in the rock formations
need eyes that can see beyond what they look at. A journey
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
around the world queness in plurality. We need eyes that
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
can see beyond what they look at. A journey around the
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
world squares can all be expressed in one word:
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
destinations.
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
desire and inspires dreams. And, in seasoned traveler it
landscapes but in having new eyes.” This is what the
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
becomes a metaphor that engages them in a planning
enlightened Voltaire wrote. Suggesting a keystone maxim
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
exercise for days on end. Until they discover that the
for whoever is a traveler, or feels like a traveler, or wants to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
journey round the world is in his heart. They goes through
be a traveler, but only seeks new lands as an exercise akin to
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
the most unthinkable vibrations, suppressed desires, escape
solving puzzles or collecting trophies, unless the traveler
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
routes and childlike dreams. There is no answer to the
adopts new eyes. The African desert that opens up in front
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
question: “Which is the best way?” There is no predefined
of one, the oceans that appear before one’s eyes, the
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
itinerary, no suggested route, no signed road. It is instinct
sculptures in the rock formations
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
that leads to the discovery of the world; a subtle affinity of
American parks, the superb European coastline, the chic
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
feelings.
Italian piazzette, all call for eyes that can go beyond things in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
When we point a finger at a spot on the globe, the world is
order to be always different and to maintain a uniqueness in
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
an undifferentiated whole and holds as many surprises as
plurality. We need eyes that can see beyond what they look
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
the enormity of unknown space. It is like a surprise gift,
at. A journey around the world tickles one’s fantasy, awakens
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CHEESECAKE
Difficulty High - 1 hours preparation time + 30 minutes cooking time
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
INGREDIENTS FOR 10 PEOPLE: 1/4 CUP GOLDEN RAISINS 1/4 CUP RAISINS 1 CUP PLAIN LOW-FAT YOGURT 1 (3 OUNCE) PACKAGE CREAM CHEESE 1 1/4 CUPS LOW-FAT COTTAGE CHEESE 1 TEASPOON VANILLA EXTRACT 1/2 CUP WHITE SUGAR 1/2 CUP LOW-FAT MILK 1 (.25 OUNCE) PACKAGE UNFLAVORED GELATIN 3 EGG WHITES 1 CUP BOILING WATER 2 TABLESPOONS WATER
Put all the raisins in a small bowl, and pour hot water over them. Set the bowl aside. Heat 1/4 cup white sugar with 2 tablespoons water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil the mixture until the bubbles rise to the surface in a random pattern. This indicates that the water has nearly evaporated, and that the sugar is beginning to cook. With a small spoon, drop a bit of the sugar into a bowl filled with ice water. If the sugar dissolves immediately, continue cooking the sugar mixture. Remove from heat when the sugar dropped into the water can be rolled between your fingers into a ball. Begin beating the egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed. Pour the sugar syrup down the side of the bowl in a thin, steady stream. When all the sugar has been incorporated, decrease mixer speed to medium. Continue beating until the egg whites are glossy, have formed stiff peaks, and have cooled to room temperature--about 10 minutes. Increase the speed to high, and beat the meringue for 1 minute more. Puree the yogurt, cream cheese, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup white sugar in a food processor or blender. Scrape the cheese mixture into a large bowl. Pour the milk into a small saucepan. Sprinkle the gelatin over the milk. Let it stand until the gelatin softens, about 5 minutes. Heat the milk over a medium heat, stirring until the gelatin is dissolved. Stir the milk into the cheese mixture. Mix about 1/3 of the meringue into the cheese mixture to lighten it. Gently fold in the rest of the meringue. Line an 8 inch cake pan with plastic wrap. Drain the raisins, and scatter them in the bottom of the pan. Then pour the cheesecake batter into the lined pan. Chill for 4 hours. To turn out the cheesecake, invert a serving plate on top of the pan. Turn both over together. Lift away the pan, peel off the plastic wrap, and slice for serving.
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