Recipes

July 13, 2022
Warm Eggplant Salad
think you know that fact that eggplants love oil, and I love eggplants 😅. So today I was standing and thinking what else I can prepare with this tasty veggies and don’t use a lot of oil to cook them. So if we bake them it will have the same taste but less oil. Warm Eggplant Salad 1 big eggplant 1 big bell pepper Around 20 cherry tomatoes 1 clove of garlick 3 green onions 1/4 cup parsley 1/4 cup dill 1/4 cup chopped basil 1 burrata cheese or 4 -6 slice of fresh mozzarella 1/2 lemon 1 tbsp of …
July 13, 2022
Whole Wheat Sourdough Bread
I was amazed when I tried this bread first time, perfectly moist and fluffy inside and perfectly crunchy outside . But I was scared to cook my own starter and I thought it was time and human consuming. But it more words then you are doing ,and my friend was telling me that to make a bread is much easier then sound, so I made a deep breath and started my starter; in 7 days it was ready and I couldn’t wait to bake my first loaf. dough Whole Wheat Sourdough Bread 200 grams fresh sourdough …
January 31, 2021
Broiled Lobster (butterfly method)
If you want a special occasion dinner, and you want to ‘wow’ your guests or spouse then butterfly broiled lobster is your recipe. It will turn every time great, all that you need is just follow the recipe. The creamy lemon sauce will make it even more delicious. You’ll be surprised how easy it is to make broiled lobster tail – it’s ready in less than 20 minutes – but it’s so much more affordable than getting it out at a restaurant. HOW TO BUTTERFLY A LOBSTER TAIL The best way to …
January 28, 2021
Super moist Banana Bread
This is the family favorite cake, kids and husband approved. It’s super easy to make even my husband can handle, and believe or not even boil a pasta is a big deal. But he cooks it with kids and it turns perfectly every time. Moist and tasty, with chocolate and cinnamon notes, you take a bite and feel all those nuts and raisins. Perfect for morning coffee or with milk for kids. Give it a try and you will not regret it! Super Moist Banan Bread Ingredients 3 very ripe bananas (medium/large) …
January 26, 2021
Shakshuka
Israel tasty breakfast, spicy start to the day with a pile of pita or challah served on the side. It can be amazing branch lunch or easy dinner recipe. I love to cook this recipe in the summer , when tomatoes and peppers are full of taste and aroma. You can sprinkle with cilantro and feta on top that will add extra flavour. Shakshuka Tasty breakfast, healthy, full of flavor and bring to me summer vibes. 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 large (thinly chopped) 1 large bell pepper (seeded …
September 18, 2020
Sharlotka cake
If you will ask what is the most iconic recipe of Russian Fall recipe that would be Sharlotka, served with a cup of hot tea. My kids can guess that I am making Sharlotka just smell it from the oven. I want to share with you my authentic recipe that gave me my grandma. Sharlotka Russian cake with apples 4 Granny Smith apples—peeled (cored, quartered and thinly sliced) 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 cup sugar 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated …
September 10, 2020
No Bake Tiramisu Cake
A creamy dessert with espresso-soaked ladyfingers surrounded by lightly sweetened whipped cream and a rich mascarpone. You won’t regret on this easy non bake recipe. By the way it’s made ahead recipe so it will make your life easier on the party day. I would rather suggest to dust with cocoa powder just right before serving, either way the top layer will change color to dark. No BAKE Tiramisu Cake 2 cups strong coffee (room temperature) 2 tablespoons of sugar stir in 1 cup of …
September 9, 2020
Instant Pot Beef Stew
I was thinking how the ideal fall and winter recipe has to look alike. Comfy? Warm ? Nourishing? I think beef stew is the best and the easiest dish that you can do, and instant pot will help to do it faster. This mouthwatering and easy to make Instant Pot Beef Stew is sure to become one of your favorite ever Instant Pot recipes! Tender beef is simmered in a super flavorful and hearty broth that’s packed with veggies! It’s so tasty, and I think everyone likes stew so I’d gladly double this …
September 6, 2020
Teriyaki Chicken with Salad
Everytime when I am thinking about this dinner I am drooling. Try this once and you will cook it over and over. Shredded salad with out dressing can be kept in the ziplock for three days in the fridge. Teriyaki Chicken Salad Asian salad 3 cups Pan cabbage (shredded) 3 cups red cabbage (shredded) 3 cups of butter lettuce 3 large carrots (julienned) 2 cups edamame beans 4 green onions (finely sliced on the diagonal) 1/2 cup cilantro leaves 1/3 cup toasted almonds 1/3 cup of cashew 2 canned …
September 5, 2020
Farmers Cheese Sweet Fritters “Syrniki”
I remember those times when I was a kid and when I opened eyes and felt the unique smell of syrniki. Mom often prepared them for us and it was one of the favorite breakfasts of my childhood. Now I spoil my children with syrniki and they are just like me, rush into the kitchen to eat their favorite breakfast. serving cheesecakes with fruit jam and sour cream. I think this is a very satisfying but also healthy breakfast. Syrniki 1 lbs farmer’s cheese could use well-drained ricotta cheese 2 …
September 3, 2020
Borscht Vegan Beet Soup
Borscht is a sour soup common in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. In English, the word “borscht” is most often associated with the soup’s variant of Ukrainian origin, one of the most famous dishes of Ukrainian cuisine, made with beetroots as one of the main ingredients, which give the dish its distinctive red color. For my family Borscht is my husband favorite dish. As it include a lot of ingredients and preparation I adjust it to my version of this delicious soup, that …
June 17, 2020
Smoked Salmon
I have been playing with smoked salmon recipes for years and this quick dry-brine process is easy and delicious. A go-to appetizer in our house any time there’s a party. Hope you enjoy. Try serving it with plain bagels and cream cheese. You can serve it over the salad or create something new. Smoked Salmon in dry brine 3 cups brown sugar (divided) 1 cup kosher salt 4 pounds salmon fillets 3 garlic cloves (grounded) 3 cups wood chips Combine all the salt and sugar and garlic in a bowl and …
June 3, 2020
Cinnamon Rolls
Why we need to spend hours on the kitchen, when we can simplify recipe and have a great results. It’s ideal weekend breakfast idea, only 45 min for puffy, cinnamon loaded buns. And no, they are not made with pre-made or canned dough. The dough is made completely from scratch and rises super fast thanks to my oven proofing method. You basically make the dough and let it rest for just 5 minutes then roll and cut the cinnamon rolls and let them rise in a warm pre-heated 200 …
May 31, 2020
Greek Salad Dressing
Greek Salad Dressing * 1/4 cup red wine vinegar *   2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh *   2 teaspoons Dijon mustard *   1 teaspoon honey *   1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt *   1/4 teaspoon garlic powder *   1/2 teaspoon dried oregano *   1/2 teaspoon dried basil *   2/3 cup olive oil black pepper to taste 1/2 oz feta cheese (optional) Pulse all of the ingredients (except olive oil) together in a blender. Slowly add in the olive oil so it is completely emulsified in the vinegar mixture.…
May 31, 2020
Greek Orzo Salad
Greek Orzo Salad 1.5 cups uncooked orzo pasta 1/2 pound mini Roma tomatoes (halved) 1 cucumber (seeded and chopped) 1 bell pepper (chopped) 1 red onion (chopped) 1 cup crumbled feta cheese 4 oz black olives (drained) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano OR parsley 1 cup Greek salad dressing (https://spoonofpleasure.com/2020/05/31/greek-salad-dressing/) Make orzo: Prepare the orzo according to package directions. Drain in a sieve, then rinse under cold water for 15 seconds. Toss with the dressing …
May 29, 2020
Eggplant Caviar Dip
Eggplant caviar is a dish that smells from every Odessa apartment and every house in the summer. Previously, when all the families in the courtyard communicated, they often cooked all together, and celebrated something or simply dined right in the courtyard, at a large set table, like one big family. Each brought something of their own – delicious. In almost every courtyard there was a place for cooking, where they cooked kebabs, fish, freshly caught mussels or “eggplant …
May 9, 2020
Italian Roasted Eggplants
Today i was thinking that we are always looking for easy summer dishes that are healthy and full of veggies. Everyone need a great recipe that you can add as a side dish or eat it like a main coarse. So I decide to do a week of summer dishes and will collect them by hashtag #summerdish This roasted recipe will take 15 min to prepare and after 40-50 min in oven you will eat the restaurant quality side dish Roasted Eggplants 2 1- pound eggplants Sea salt 3 large garlic cloves (thinly sliced) 2-3 …
April 10, 2020
Easter Bread
All this week is about traditions . In our family we have a tradition to cook Easter bread , cottage cheese cake, and color eggs. These recipes and traditions are passed down from generation to generation. Since me and my brother were children, we have been involved in the preparation of Easter bread, helping mom to knead the dough or just lick the whisk after whipping the glaze and now my children help me with this as well) Easter bread turns out so tender, airy !!! Just a song, not a …
April 4, 2020
Delicious Marinade For Chiken Kebab
There are a lot of marinades for chicken kebab, but I’d love to share mine. Its full of flavor and turn chicken juicy and tasty meal. I love mediterranean food and can eat it non stop. Dig in fresh homemade hummus with grilled pitta and make a bite of juicy kebab. salad on a side and whole festive ready. These kabobs get the most amazing marinade makeover – olive oil, lemon juice/zest, paprika, oregano, basil, coriander, chopped sweet red pepper, basil, garlic, mint and big chunks of …
March 29, 2020
Lettuce Chicken Wraps
Do you have headache what to cook for a dinner like I do? Sometimes i have no inspiration, and tired after work that I just want to jump on a bed take a good book and forget for a while bout everything. But reality is that I have two kids and my husband can’t even fry eggs and we are not to go lovers. So I try to do through the week easy and tasty recipes. This recipe is a fusion of Asian flavor , fresh crunchy lettuce and sesame seeds. And believe me this is the easiest, quickest meal …
March 28, 2020
Chebureki
Chebureki were always time consuming dish, but when i found this one I was so happy, because my husband loves them. Juicy inside and crunchy dough -delicious russian street food. It’s very hard to resist not eating the whole batch in one sitting and you will want to, but you have to be strong. Chebureki 1 lb ground beef 1 lb ground pork or ground turkey 2 cloves of garlic ½ medium bunch of parsley chopped 1 large onion grated 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 3 Tbsp milk 15 …
March 27, 2020
Savory Pierogi with Potato filling
This filling is my favorite. Potato with onions and bacon omg its a real treat. Pierogies are best served with fried pork fat or bacon. The little crispy chunks go perfect with the soft chew of the pierogies. We also traditionally serve them with sour cream. Pierogi With Potato and Bacon 2 pounds potatoes peeled and quartered 1 onion diced 1 tsp salt 3 tbsp olive oil 1/2 stick of butter 1/2 tsp salt 8 oz diced bacon or pork fat To make the filling, boil the potatoes until tender. Drain water …
March 27, 2020
Savory Pierogi With Cheese Filling
Pierogi are filled dumplings of Central and Eastern European origin, made by wrapping unleavened dough around a savory or sweet filling and cooking in boiling water Savory pierogi with cheese 8 oz mozzarella 8 oz Mexican (four cheese blend) 8 oz queso cheese 1/4 cup dill finely chopped Mix cheeses together add egg and dill take the dough (you can find recipe the dough on a blog " the best vareniki dough" Divide dough into 2 pieces. Cover the second piece with the mixing bowl and …
March 27, 2020
The best Pierogi Dough
I remember those exiting days when we were doing pierogi, while mama sculpted them i was playing with dough. I always want to share with my kids those moments and fill their lives with warm family memories. Yes you will have a messy kitchen after that and quit armagedon situation, but those eyes full of happiness worth every second of cleaning. Best Vareniki (pierogi) dough The dough for traditional dish of Ukraine – delicious pierogi 4 eggs 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 cup water 4 cup all …

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