A brief history of saffron in medieval Europe and a recipe for a risotto-like dish

The history of and recipe for this coronation stew, and the jocular custom of gifting manors for odd jobs

Myths from the Poetic Edda that involve eating hearts, and a recipe for a roasted heart basted with honey

Spectacular medieval dishes, and a 15th century recipe for one of them: a cockentrice with a bread stuffing

The fat and happy medieval monk vs. the austere medieval monk, and an indulgent 15th century recipe for medieval custard tarts fit for the former

The origins and variations of gingerbread and a 14th century recipe for a candy-like version

What medieval European peasants ate, and a recipe adapted from 14th century royal kitchens to use peasant ingredients

The history of lasagna via the Lasagna Family Tree, and a 14th century English recipe for lasagna with just cheese and a sweet spice blend