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Spatchcocking refers to a cooking technique wherein a poultry shear or a sharp knife is used to split chicken along backbone, leaving breastbone intact. Spatchcocked chicken is generally served with a Vinaigrette sauce
Deutsch: Spätzle / Español: Spaetzle / Português: Spaetzle / Français: Spaetzle / Italiano: Spaetzle
Spätzle/Spaetzle is a traditional type of soft egg noodle or dumpling originating from the regions of Southern Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Alsace. They are known for their distinctive irregular shape and tender texture, making them a popular side dish in Central European cuisine.
Speculaas refer to Dutch cookies which are are sold in different shapes, but the most traditional shape would be the of a windmill. Speculaas are sold in every supermarket around Netherlands. They have an unusual taste, that comes from a combination of the multiple spices used. Dutch people have made a habit out of dipping the cookie in their coffee.
Speculaas is one of the many spiced cookies eaten on St. Nicholas' Eve, December 5 in the Netherlands.
Note: Sounds similar to German's Spekulatius which is a specialty during Christmas time in Germany and also made into different shapes.
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