What’s THE quintessential dish to make for this Easter Sunday? Deviled eggs, of course! While this was never a staple on our Easter spread while I was growing up (I guess it’s not super Ukrainian?), I’ve gotten really into to this delicious and visually gorgeous hors d’oeuvre in recent years. They’re also super easy to …
Happy first day of spring! I’m in a good mood today, not only because winter’s over, but because in my neck of the woods the sun is shining and I have the window cracked open to let some fresh air in. Ahhh, I love this time of year and look forward to the warmer temperatures …
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! To celebrate some Irish food culture this weekend, you must try these delicious egg cups, complete with Irish bangers and Dubliner cheese. These are absolutely delicious to make year round as well, and they’re super quick and easy for a weekend morning. All you need are a few key ingredients, ramekins, …
I don’t want to call it a New Year’s resolution thing, because that means it probably won’t last, but I’ve been on a real salad kick lately. It is true, though, that at the start of the year, after late last year’s holiday indulging, Christmas cookies, and lots of drinking, you kind of need a …
Merry Christmas Eve! On this special day, I felt it only fitting to share a recipe for not only one of my favorite Christmas cookies, but for a traditional Ukrainian dessert. Having grandparents from Ukraine, I grew up in a family where upholding Ukrainian traditions was very important to us. I always felt this charge …
I can’t believe there are only 4 days until Christmas! I don’t know about you, but I already feel a sugar crash coming on…there have been a lot of cookie tastings and eggnog drinking since I got home to Ohio for the holidays. Not that I’m complaining! Plus, it got me this recipe for cranberry …
These sweet potato latkes are the ultimate comfort food. They’re perfectly crispy on the outside, slightly soft on the inside, with a savory and sweet flavor profile. Yum! Latkes are traditionally a classic Jewish food that are commonly enjoyed during Hannukah. I’m not Jewish, but I did grow up enjoying potato pancakes that my Ukrainian …
I love risotto. While it sounds like it could be a menu item at a fancy restaurant (and sometimes is), it’s actually very easy to make, and it’s become kind of a weeknight staple for me. You can dress it up a bunch of different ways with various ingredients, spices, herbs, and cheeses. This particular …
I don’t always eat muffins for breakfast, but when I do I enjoy them homemade, moist, and delicious. It’s an added bonus if I make a seasonal recipe, like these maple pumpkin muffins that are getting me in the mood for Thanksgiving later this week. I don’t think I have to tell you that pumpkin …
It’s cocktail time! This spiced and spiked cider is the perfect autumn libation, and a great idea if you’re looking for a fun Thanksgiving cocktail that will surely please your guests. This cocktail is a sweet one on its own, but you can make it extra sweet by creating a brown sugar coated rim. There’s …