There’s nothing better than to start your day with warm and fluffy pancakes. These pancakes are a real special treat at our house on weekend mornings. Making pancakes from scratch is much easier than many people think. This basic recipe is super simple, but adding apples to it makes the pancakes super irresistible. Of… Continue reading »
This Wheat Berry Pudding is a traditional Ukrainian Christmas dish, also known as Kutia. Ukrainian Orthodox Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus on January 7th. Merry Ukrainian Christmas everyone! :)Traditionally, they would attend overnight church service, and feast on Christmas day, singing carols and eating Kutia. No Santa Clause on Christmas, and no gifts! I’ve also read that… Continue reading »
I hope you’re all enjoying your summer. I know I am. This summer, so far has been very eventful for my family. We were all very excited about my sister’s upcoming wedding and enjoyed every step of helping her plan her big day. That of course included a bridal shower, and picking out the outfits,… Continue reading »
French Omelet is a classic dish of beaten eggs cooked and folded in half for serving. I first tried this kind of omelet on my honeymoon in Hawaii. I was amazed how quickly and effortless the omelet was prepared. The best part about it was that it can be served plain or with any of your… Continue reading »
Farmer’s Cheese Patties are also called Syrniki. It is an all-time favorite Slavic breakfast. Syrniki are made out of Farmer’s Cheese. These are very easy to make, and are ready in no-time for the whole family to enjoy. Ingredients: 2 cups Farmer’s Cheese 1/2 cup flour 1 egg 2 tablespoons sugar butter or oil for cooking… Continue reading »
Everyone loves pancakes. Am I right? Usually pancake recipes can be varied by adding whole-wheat flour, nuts, fruit or other ingredients. Pancakes can be served with butter and your choice of syrup, honey, or preserves. I used to make pancakes with diced apples, and this time decided to add some pumpkin puree, that I prepared… Continue reading »
Farmer’s Cheese Breakfast Cake, also called Zapekanka is a perfect healthy breakfast that can me made the night before. Zapekanka used to be served for breakfast in schools all over former Soviet Union. This popular, yet very simple dish is a part of our breakfast menu, and I know that once you’ll try it, you will love it. Now, Farmer’s Cheese is… Continue reading »
Crepes for breakfast! Magic words. I’m sure everyone would be happy to hear this on the lazy weekend morning. Crepes is a signature dish of Russian/Ukrainian culinary. Crepes can be served with variety of fillings, from sweet cheese filling, to savory mushroom or meat filling. Your choice. Even though it is very popular, everyone has their own… Continue reading »
French Toast, also known as eggy bread is perfect for Sunday brunch, quick ‘n easy enough for early morning breakfast. Ingredients: 3 eggs 1/2 cup milk 10 slices white or wheat bread 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) In a wide shallow bowl beat eggs. Stir in milk and vanilla extract. Spray the skillet with non-stick… Continue reading »
