Golubtsi is popular dish in many Eastern European countries and the Middle East made of cabbage leaves stuffed with a variety of ingredients. Very similar to dolma, which uses grape leaves.
In Serbia, Slovenia, Hungary and Croatia, cabbage rolls with smoked pork are very popular at Christmas. They are cooked in a skillet or baked in the oven. In Romania,...
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Whole Chicken in Crockpot
I am always looking for new crockpot recipes. This time I cooked a whole chicken which turned out juicy, tender and flavorful. The meat easily came off the bones and all you need to do is put the chicken in the crockpot and cover with spices, turn on the crockpot and wait. Serve the chicken with rice, mashed...
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Tsibriki
Tsibriki (Tsybriki) is a national Belarussian cuisine dish. Its made from grated potatoes rolled in flour and sauteed in lard. Belarusian cuisine is famous for dishes from potato and Tsibriki is one of them. This dish is similar to Tater Tot or Potato Latkes (potato pancakes), the ingredients are almost the same, but the taste is different.
Usually...
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Cheese Madeleine with Rosemary
Last year I finally got a special form for madeleine cookies so I've been trying all different types. Initially I baked lemon madeleines then orange. I decided to switch things up and do a more savory type of madeleine using parmesan cheese. They are perfect for a party and...
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Roast Beef
There are many recipes for roast beef. You can use meat on the bone or without, the most important thing is that the meat can't be frozen. Also, the meat can be tightly rolled up (if you use meat not on bone) and tightly tie it with thread. The roast beef can be serve hot or cold and can...
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Chicken Piccata
Chicken Piccata is a classic Italian dish: chicken breast cutlets, dredged in flour, browned, and served with a sauce of butter, lemon juice, capers, and either chicken stock or white wine. Sometimes I use a breadcrumbs with the addition of Italian herbs for the chicken instead of flour, it adds more flavor to the meat, and I also mix white...
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Pumpkin Puree Soup with Vegetables and Bacon
Gorgeous bright color and flavor, velvety creamy texture - a great idea for lunch on a cold overcast autumn day. Serve with a grilled cheese sandwich or Panini with Caramelized Onion, Peaches and Cheese for a simple supper or lunch.
Add more spices and hot pepper depending on your taste. This soup...
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Rabbit with Herbs, Wine and Rabbit Legs with Pancetta and Olives
Today I decided to cook rabbit two different ways, the legs marinated in olive oil with thyme and the rest of rabbit I marinated in mustard and cooked with onions, bacon and mushrooms. In our family everybody likes rabbit, especially my kids. However, my daughter always asks before cooking "I hope it is not the rabbit from our garden?"...
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Ravioli with Meat and Chanterelle Mushroom Sauce
Homemade ravioli can instantly improve your exquisite culinary skills. You can fill them with cheese, meat, or anything you like. This time I made them with meat and accompanied with a creamy chanterelle sauce. This sauce is so good and can be served with other dishes besides ravioli.
We used this ravilioli press, it was easier than some...
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Angel Hair Alfredo
Hello everyone! Its me, Nikita. Sorry I haven't posted in what is it... Oh, 5-6 months. Today it is getting cold here in Rochester, so I decided to make a very warm and hearty dish to be prepared during this cold winter; an angel hair Alfredo with tomatoes for a nice fresh taste, onions and garlic because they add a...
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