Get the latest Feast recipes from Group Recipes. http://www.grouprecipes.com/tag/feast THIS IS A NICE STIR FRY ..FULL OF VEGGIES AND FLAVOR http://www.grouprecipes.com/59617/tinks-oriental-feast.html Coffee adds a subtle twist to this rich gravy served over succulent slices of pork shoulder picnic. http://www.grouprecipes.com/53299/redeye-gravy-with-pork-shoulder-picnic.html Sesame seeds were an important crop for the peoples of the ancient Near East because of the high quality of the oil and meal they provided. Archaeologists have found evidence of sesame cultivation in Egypt, Palestine, Babylonia, and Assyria. North of the Assyrian capital, Nineveh, they discovered crushed seeds in their excavations of the kingdom of Ararat (Jeremiah 51:27). In ancient times, sesame oil was primarily employed as a fuel for lamps. However, it had culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic applications as well. Although sesame seeds are not specifically mentioned in the Bible, the ancient Hebrews certainly must have used them in their cooking. To this day, they are a ubiquitous ingredient in the cuisines of the eastern Mediterranean. When lightly toasted and ground into a paste, sesame seeds add a nutty flavor to a wide variety of sauces, dips, and dressings . http://www.grouprecipes.com/48237/ground-sesame-seed-dip.html This is a traditional feast from the north of Norway, served in February when the migratory cod (called skrei) arrives in the Lofoten Islands by the millions. The migratory cod is considered a special delicacy and traditionally, most parts of the fish is used in this dish. http://www.grouprecipes.com/40834/norwegian-cod-feast.html The ancient Hebrews, Egyptians, and Romans, were all particularly fond of leeks, a mild-flavored relative of the onion. Apicius, an author and eccentric bon vivant who lived around the time of Christ, lists a number of recipes for leeks in his cookbook, Apicius de re Coquinaria. The slender, scallionlike vegetables, available at farmers' markets in early spring, are probably closest to those of biblical times. serve this salad with Unleavened Bread. http://www.grouprecipes.com/40813/leeks-with-olive-oil-vinegar-and-mustard-seed.html Artichokes and garlic make the perfect marriage in this quick to make appetizer. http://www.grouprecipes.com/38195/artichoke-appetizer-from-the-basil-garden.html Stirring ginger and turmeric into this vegetable side dish gives it a kick, then the added cream and buttermilk smooth and soften the spicy flavors. http://www.grouprecipes.com/33466/gingery-creamed-kale-and-cabbage.html An impressive looking pork roast complemented by the sweetness of apricot flavor contrasted by the salty pistachios. It is great with mashed potatoes. This is not hard to make and is always a big hit. Delicious! http://www.grouprecipes.com/33545/rolled-pork-with-apricot-pistachio-filling.html Tender cod fillets are poached in a spicy wine, tomato and caper sauce before being garnished with cilantro. A wonderful way to spice up the Catholic feast of the 7 fishes on Christmas Eve. http://www.grouprecipes.com/25170/fishes-for-loaves.html A feast for both eyes and tummy! It takes time to make this Paella, but it has all the bells and whistles to please everyone. Simple to serve, just dig in! http://www.grouprecipes.com/23057/mediterranean-paella.html