Enjoy this stunning bread for breakfast or mid-afternoon tea!…
“In Greek myth, bread is sacred to that irascible but generous goddess, Demeter, who taught young Triptolemus the art of agriculture, including the cultivation of grain. The invention of…
As the familiar sweet aroma fills the house, no one will be able to resist a slice of this dense, moist chocolate banana bread. Breakfast time? Serve the bread…
Line a basket or pretty dish with a gingham napkin and fill with muffins-hot, tender, and a little sweet. Breakfast is a delicious meal and muffins are one of…
From ancient time collection of honey and poppy in Russia began on the same day – August 14, the day of the First Savior, first day of the harvest…
I like to bake bread at home, especially when cooler days descend upon us after summer. I feel homemade bread represents home and family. Usually I bake something during…
I made this bread using amaranth for the first time and it came out wonderfully! It has a bit of an “earthy” taste of “good old days”, but at…
These nutty, golden oat breakfast cakes are filling, not too sweet and very healthy. I just love them with my coffee in the morning. Experiment with whatever seeds, nuts…
Homemade Pirozhki are supposed to be hot and rosy. Word “pirozhki” means “small pies”. These are small crescent or oval-shaped baked goods usually made from yeast-based dough. Pirozhki remember…
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Russian Monday: Vatrushka Farmer Cheese Pastry
One of the popular types of pirogues, plump Russian “vatrushka” (pronounced “vat-roo-shka”) always looks not only tasty but also sensual. It is a round shape griddle-cake open on top…
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Russian Monday: “Kulebyaka” – Authentic Russian Salmon Pie with Rice, Mushrooms, Onions and Dill
Today in our Russian section we present “Kulebyaka”. This traditional pie is an ideal dish for special occasions and it makes a perfect brunch. My daughter helped me to…
It seems like we have gotten new tradition established in our house – bread baking on Friday. We usually have some friends over on Saturday or Sunday night and…
This loaf has a wonderful flavor, and it uses yeast and sponge. It is simple to do, but it takes some time. The odor of this stuff baking will…
This amazingly light bread has a thin crisp top crust with a fine layer of aromatic rosemary and sweet grapes. It’s delicately flavored moist, tender crumb; its top is…
This gluten-free bread is full of earthy flours and healthy seeds. Hearty yet surprisingly light, it makes delicious toast for breakfast or croutons for soups and salads.…
This is a good banana carrot bread, you can sprinkle it with a streusel for even more flavor and texture. This recipe uses vegetable oil, not butter, and if…
