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
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
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
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
My mom used to called them schabowe made of chicken;) My kids called them flat cutlets:) Let me present a kids and adults favorite- Breaded Chicken Breast Cutlets:) They are easy to make and delicious. Ingredients Clean and trim the chicken breasts, removing excess fat and membranes. Cut chicken breast into cutlets of same thickness.
Herring in Oil is a really common herring dish in Poland. It is usually prepared with onions, which is a basic recipe. Having said so I need to add, that there might be all kind of additions, you can have. Cooked beets, grated horseradish, garlic, dill, cream, grated apples, all go with herring very well.
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
Zupa Jarzynowa babci Emilki I don’t actually know if Polish vegetable Soup is popular all over Poland, all I know is that Zupa Jarzynowa has been the most common soup in my family house. It was cooked by my babcia Emilka at least once a week. We had a big family living together, each day
In the heart of Polish cuisine lies a humble yet extraordinary ingredient: forest mushrooms. This Fresh Mushroom Sauce is a versatile addition to any meal, bringing a touch of comfort to your table. Whether you’re drizzling it over Gołąbki or using it as a hearty topping for Kotlety Mielone, this sauce is sure to evoke
Zupa grzybowa Late Summer and Autumn is the time of mushrooms picking and Poles are actually obsessed with it:) On weekends you can find dozens of cars in forest parking lots, making it difficult to find a parking space. Forget about finding a place, if you are too late, which is about 7-8 a.m:) When
Pyzy z mięsem Our grandmothers were true pioneers when it came to running a household. They exemplified the art of zero waste cooking, demonstrating an unparalleled ability to create delicious meals from seemingly nothing. Their culinary skills went beyond taste; they were budget-conscious, resourceful, and incredibly efficient in the kitchen. Wasting food was simply not
Śledź w śmietanie, Pulki ze śledziem Herring in Cream is an easy dish, by many Poles traditionally eaten on Fridays. My Grandma Emilka loved to have herring in cream simply with potatoes and this is how I often serve them. Unfortunately only for myself, my kids and husband don’t care much about herring at all:)
Buraczki na zimę Canned Pickled Beets are my mom’s specialty. I used to call her and ask how she made them, but it was always – add sugar, salt and vinegar to taste, no specific recipe, which made me crazy:) Last time I was visiting my parents I decided I needed to make Canned Pickled
Babka Makowa Poppy Seed Babka is a delicious cake, buttery, with crunchy poppy seed. So much easier to make than Poppy Seed Roll, so if you need a change or don’t have enough time, you should try baking Poppy Seed Babka. There is no need to ground poppy seed- isn’t it a perfect cake? It