Category: P

  • Pigs in blankets

    Oysters enveloped in bacon and grilled to a crisp. This dish is also recognized as angels on horseback or devils on horseback.  

  • Pig’s fry

    The edible organs of a pig, frequently sliced into elongated and slim pieces, and simmered in a luscious stew.  

  • Pig’s face

    A celebrated Irish culinary specialty, similar to Scotland’s haggis, which comprises of a pig’s head that has been slowly boiled and oven-roasted, positioned on a sizable dish, and encompassed by boiled cabbage.  

  • Pignut

    The nut of a hickory species that exhibits a taste that is both acrid and sweet.  

  • Pie bird

    A diminutive, vacant sculpture, typically shaped like a bird with an agape beak. It is embedded in the upper layer of a two-crust pie to facilitate the release of steam while also functioning as a decoration during serving.  

  • Pickle meat

    A regional designation for salt-cured pork, which can serve as an exceptional entrée if sliced thinly, cooked slowly to eliminate a significant amount of the salt and some of the fat, and fried until it achieves a golden and crispy texture.  

  • Picadillo

    A flavorful hash, frequently concocted using chopped and cooked beef, infused with garlic and onion, and seasoned with vinegar and raisins. A culinary gem originating from Cuba, this delectable dish has achieved remarkable popularity within the United States. Embrace its authentic essence by serving it in the traditional Cuban manner, accompanied by a generous portion…

  • Philpy

    A classic recipe for a rice-based delicacy resembling a pie, incorporating both boiled rice and rice flour, and served with a dollop of butter.  

  • Pfeffernuss

    Literally interpreted as “pepper nut” or “ginger nut,” pfeffernusse is a cookie with an abundance of spices, occasionally incorporating black pepper. It is fashioned into balls, left to rest overnight, and moistened with a small quantity of fruit juice or brandy before being baked. This enhances the nut’s expansion or “pop” during baking. Pfeffernusse is…

  • Petits pois

    Tiny verdant legumes, particularly those that are freshly picked and supple, usually referred to as “young peas” or “petits pois.”