handmade is better I don’t know if it’s even possible to be Ukrainian without loving pierogies. And it’s not even just the fact that they’re made up of fluffy, savory potato or cabbage filling swaddled in a tender blanket of dough, but it’s also the feeling of nostalgia and familiarity that comes with eating and …
i dare you to dumpling Once in awhile (actually, pretty often) I’m just in the mood for some Ukrainian comfort food. These finger dumplings are essentially the Ukrainian version of Italian gnocchi which you may have heard of. These dumplings probably have a more official name in Ukrainian cuisine, but we would just call them …
fo-fo-fo-focaccia Focaccia would have to be one of my favorite “fancy” breads. It’s so delicious and super easy to make. If you’re an aspiring bread baker but are intimidated by the process, this recipe is for you. There’s no kneading involved, no special ingredients, and you can dress it up with different herbs, spices, and …
the salad days After multiple consecutive days of going out to eat (not that I’m complaining), I’ve been really craving a nice, big salad. Sometimes you need a few days of dirty eating to remind you how amazing fresh veg is. The bright romaine and crunchy veggies make this salad feel so fresh, and the …
A pickle a day…is that what they say? Once you try these easy homemade dill pickles, you might never buy pickles from the grocery store again. Truth be told, I’ve always been kind of lukewarm about pickles. I never really buy them myself, and if I’m given a pickle slice with my sandwich, I typically …
summer is for…fun pastas! When I say this pasta is fun, I mean it’s got the trifecta of late august goodies: roasted sweet corn, fresh tomatoes, and homemade pesto. It’s literally everything you could possibly want in a pasta dish. As far as the ingredients go, they’re refreshingly simple. I recommend going to your local …
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