Masło czosnaczkowe Herb Butter is a great idea for serve it with bread, potatoes, grilled meats, fish, or vegetables. I am experimenting with both herbs I use and dishes I am enriching with herb butter. A lot of space for imagination! Below I share few pictures of the dishes I made with Herb Butter. I […]
Last time I cooked Hop Shoots in Butter, and they were lovely! This year I wanted to try something new, so I decided to make Fermented Wild Hop Shoots. Recipe is exactly the same as for 2 Days Cucumbers, but while cucumbers are a staple, hop shoots might seem strange to use in a kitchen.
Pierogi ruskie z czosnkiem niedźwiedzim Ruthenian Pierogi with Ramps are not a classic of Polish cuisine, actually I just wanted to try something new with Bear’s Garlic, I harvested this year. I didn’t follow any recipe, I just added ramps to Ruthenian Pierogi filling. I prepared them a little bit different compared to original, because
Sos Tatarski Tartar Sauce is a classic condiment popular in Poland, that adds a unique flavor and aroma to many dishes. Its creamy texture combined with chopped pickles and marinated mushrooms makes it an excellent complement to grilled dishes, fries, or fish. It can also be simply be served with polish sandwiches or with Easter
Szynka Świąteczna z Sosem Szarym Juicy Baked Ham with Grey Sauce is a traditional dish in Polish cuisine. In Poland we prepare it for special occasions, especially for various holidays, like Christmas and Easter. We most often serve it warm as a main course. When there’s a piece of ham left, we serve it as
Easter Horseradish and Eggs Relish is a delicious spread, that is prepared in many Polish families for Easter. I believe when you tried it once you’d be making it on a regular basis. It’s easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. Ingredients Grate fresh horseradish finely using a grater or process it
I remember my mom used to make Ajerkoniak before many holidays and celebrations. Back in those days, flavored vodkas weren’t readily available, so Homemade Eggnog Ajerkoniak was quite popular. It was one of the alcoholic beverages that women enjoyed at family gatherings. Now that I’m an adult, I consider eggnog one of my favorite flavors
Proziaki – Polish Soda Bread can be a life saver once you run out of bread on Sunday. You can have fresh, crispy delicious bread in 40 minutes. In the past, proziaki were commonly consumed in rural areas, where they were easy to prepare with readily available ingredients such as flour, kefir or buttermilk and
Schab po warszawsku Warsaw Style Pork Loin – Schab po warszawsku is an excellent appetizer that you can place on the Easter table, and you can be sure that everyone will reach for it. It looks fantastic and tastes wonderful. The pork loin is stuffed with eggs and horseradish, and it’s covered in a delightful
Pasztet z mięsa z rosołu Zero Waste Pate, just like my Mom and Grandma have been making throughout my whole childhood. They knew how to use everything wisely, so we’re using leftover meat and veggies from Rosół to make a tasty pasztet. Nothing goes to waste here! It’s about honoring tradition and making the most
Marcinek Podlaski Cake is a traditional dessert originating from the Podlasie region in Poland. It is made up of many very thin layers of cake, filled with cream between layers. According to my research, in Podlasie, some housewives even prepare Marcinek Podlaski with up to 20 layers of cake! It is a popular and delicious
Łężnie – Bieszczadzkie kotlety ziemniaczane z kapustą kiszoną Łężnie Potato Cutlets with sauerkraut have their origins in old Lemko cuisine, which was prevalent in the Bieszczady area of Poland before World War II. Although they were displaced during the war, remnants of their culinary heritage can still be found in the region, including dishes like
In Poland, beetroot is a beloved ingredient that features in many traditional dishes. From classic Beetroot Barszcz to tangy beetroot salads like Ćwikła, beet holds a special place in Polish culinary culture. Today, I’m happy to share with you a refreshing Raw Beet Salad recipe, that celebrates the flavors of raw beetroot, carrots, apples, and
Fresh Kiełbasa in Horseradish Sauce is an easy and so delicious dish. If you have a pack of fresh kiełbasa in a fridge it would take just half an hour or so to make it. I just love it with mashed potatoes. You don’t need to add a thing to potatoes, as they would become
Karkówka w Kapuście Kiszonej Pork Neck in Sauerkraut is a classic of Polish cuisine – a combination of juicy pork meat with aromatic sauerkraut. Perfect for winter days when we crave something warming and satisfying. My Mom makes it best. When I try to make Pork Neck in Sauerkraut myself, she controls me at all
Rolada biszkoptowa z galaretką i bitą śmietaną Sponge Cake Roll with Jelly is a classic dessert loved by both: children and adults. It is very popular type of cake in Poland, you can get it in most of the bakeries. Mine is filled with a little bit sweetened whipped cream and red strawberry jelly. There
Parzybroda Świętokrzyska Parzybroda is a simple dish made from potatoes and cabbage, with bacon and onions. It’s one-pot peasant dish served hot. The exact origin of this dish is not precisely determined, but I associate it with Świętokrzyskie area. Below recipe I got from my friend Agnieszka, we studied together and we were flatmates, it
Chocolate Babka is one of the most classic and beloved pastries in Polish cuisine. Its moist interior and rich cocoa flavor make it perfect for both family celebrations and everyday afternoon treats. In below recipe, I’ll show you how to easily prepare this aromatic Chocolate Babka, step by step, so you can enjoy the taste
Pierogi are a beloved and iconic dish in Polish cuisine, that have been cherished for generations. This time I invite you to try Pierogi with Meat. Whether served as a comforting family meal, a festive dish during special occasions, or enjoyed as a treat any day of the week, Pierogi with Meat are sure to
Łazanki, Halusky Łazanki Noodles and Cabbage is simple dish made of noodles, kiełbasa and sauerkraut. In Poland we call it Łazanki, because the most popular noodles used here are łazanki – flat, square-shaped noodles. If you can’t find łazanki in stores, just use a different type of noodles. It would be a shame not to