Puffed Rice and Caramel Cones (Szyszki) Szyszki – Caramel Cones, are a nostalgic treat in Poland, especially popular during the PRL (Polish People’s Republic) era when store shelves were often bare, and families made creative desserts with limited ingredients. Szyszki were a special indulgence, made with puffed rice and caramel, using what was available. Today, […]
Traditional Polish Long-Maturing Gingerbread – Piernik Staropolski It might seem unusual to start preparing a Christmas cake as early as the beginning of November, but this is no ordinary cake. Piernik Staropolski, or Old Polish Gingerbread, requires 5–6 weeks (or more) to develop its rich, complex flavor. This gingerbread has a deep-rooted history in Polish
Rogaliki Drożdżowe z Marmoladą Crescent Rolls with Marmalade are a simple dessert to enjoy with everyday coffee. I’m sure you have all the ingredients at home, so give it a try and enjoy these delightful soft and fluffy pastries right away:) The first time I tasted Crescent Rolls with Marmalade was when I was a
Sernik Izaura Polish Izaura Cheesecake is a delightful combination of fluffy cheesecake and moist chocolate cake that impresses not only with its taste but also with its appearance. The story of it’s origin is quite amusing – it is said that the name comes from the character of Brazilian TV soap opera “Slave Isaura”, very
Ogórki Kiszone recipe For many Poles, pickled cucumbers, Ogórki Kiszone (pronounced: o-goor-kee kee-shoh-neh), are more than just a side dish, they are a cherished part of our culinary heritage. Growing up in Mazuria lake district in Poland, I vividly remember the summers spent in my our garden, where we would harvest fresh cucumbers and prepare
Crunchy Cauliflower Salad – Modern Polish cooking If you’re looking for a refreshing and crunchy salad for spring barbecues, I’ve got the perfect suggestion for you. This raw Crunchy Cauliflower Salad is an excellent side dish for grilled dishes. It’s light, healthy, and full of fresh flavors, making it a great match for grilled meats
Ser z czarnuszką typu korycińskiego We have delicious cheese in Poland. Not mentioning Twaróg, Oscypek cheese from Zakopane, we have also delicious cheese made by small family producers in Podlasie- Ser Koryciński. There are many additions in option, my favorite is with nigella seeds (czarnuszka), the second favorite is with walnuts. When in Poland I
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
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
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
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
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
Wuzetka is a delicious Polish cake, it consists of two layers of soft, moist and fluffy cocoa sponge and a layer of fluffy whipped cream in between. The surface is glazed with chocolate ganache. After Wuzetka cake is portioned into squares, each portion gets an additional dollop of whipped cream. I put also sour cherries
Galareta, Zimne Nogi, Zimne Nóżki, Studzienina, Nóżki w Galarecie, Galert All of the names above have the same meaning, they describe one Polish dish – Jellied Pigs Feet. In my family house we called it Galareta as it actually is and looks like a meat and veggies jelly. You don’t add extra gelatin as bones
Orzechowiec Honey and Walnut Cake is in Poland either called Orzechowiec (walnut cake) or Miodownik (honey cake). The difference is that in Miodownik there can be walnuts but not necessarily. In Orzechowiec there are always both walnuts and honey. It’s delicious cake, often made for Easter and Christmas, it’s a great treat for any occasion
Nalewka z wiśni, wiśniówka Sour Cherry Liqueur is one of my favorite liqueurs, next to mirabelle plum one and bird cherry liqueur. Actually I prefer to name it a tincture. An alcohol helps to extract all the beneficial substances from fruits. When you enjoy Wiśniówka just sipping a small glass in the evening you actually
Hut of Baba Yaga cake is a dessert that my Mom made in my childhood. Now it’s not so popular, there is many modern cakes and desserts that are made by Polish housewives. Hut of Baba Yaga for many sounds like a dessert from communistic Poland. I made it lately for my birthday, we always
If you like Ruthenian Pierogi you’d love Ruthenian Pancakes! Half that work needed, yet the taste is so good. I had them once in my office canteen, they were served baked under the bechamel sauce and they were called Kiev pancakes. From that time I wanted to make them myself and finally I did it!