Authorship of this wonderful salad is attributed to Anastas Bogomilov – merchant, the owner of a network of popular canteens and restaurants in Moscow at the beginning of 20th…
Appetizers/ Beef, Lamb, Veal, Pork/ Zakusky
Russian Monday: Roasted Marrow Bones on Toast with Onion-Capers Salad
Every ethnic Russian has an opinion about this drink, but let’s not rush with naming vodka a “national drink”, since it has been introduced in Russia by foreigners. The…
What a genius idea for a healthy snack – baked goldfish pumpkin chips! We are roasting vegetables every other day and roasted pumpkin is our favorite. Today I have…
Succulent poached salmon and eggs combined with creamy avocado, sautéed onions, and fresh basil make a substantial sandwich. The ingredients all blend together perfectly to create a gourmet-tasting experience.…
Appetizers/ Beef, Lamb, Veal, Pork/ Main Dish/ Russian Monday
Russian Monday: “Golubtsy” Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Stuffed cabbage or golubtsy (“go-lub-tzy”) in Russian is a dish of Middle Eastern as well as European cuisine. This name usually refers to ground beef mixed with boiled rice…
Stuffed Tomatoes with Rice and Mushrooms make a pleasant lunch dish or an attractive accompaniment to main dishes. (These are cheery tomatoes from our garden.)…
Warm dishes with spices are coming back in style with the changing season. Millet Fritters with Spiced Red Wine Plum Sauce is a lovely way to start. Note how…
Even though the word “pickles” most often is used to refer to pickled cucumbers, this is a collective term. It applies to pickled, leavened or marinated vegetables, mushrooms, fruits,…
Appetizers/ Other Desserts
Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Figs, Honey and Pistachios – Appetizer or Dessert
There is something inherently gratifying about a cheese course, one that combines soft brie cheese with sweet fruit and crunchy, toasted nuts. This elegant dish hides a mouthwatering mixture…
Beets, basil and tomatoes with some red onions and feta cheese, might be my favorite ingredient combination. I love summer!…
Barbecue Turkey Burger with Lettuce, Tomato & Mustard ColeslawMushrooms with Garlic & Parsley – Spicy & Succulent Appetizer Baked Scallops with Cheese and Wine SauceHot and Juicy Shrimp with…
Whether you refer to them as crawfish, crayfish or craw-daddies, these 3 to 5-inch crustaceans, the small freshwater version of a lobster, make a perfect picnic dinner with friends…
This recipe is one of my favorite spicy seafood dishes – there’s nothing better than eating this with your family for a relaxing night at home. Serve with chilled…
This is the first year when I can proudly say I am a gardener. Everything you see on this plate comes from my backyard veggie garden. Sweet peas and…
Vinegrette (pronounced as “vee-ne-gret”, from French “vinaigrette”) is widely popular in Europe as well as in tsars time Russia salad dressing made of vinegar, olive oil, and mustard. The…
These dumplings, when shallow-fried, make a good first course for a multi-course meal. They can also be steamed and served as a snack or poached in large quantities for…
Here is a good and simple mushroom dish to keep in mind when planning company meals. Mushrooms are particularly attractive set around the roast chicken as a garnish. The…