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Maybe it’s my European upbringing, but to me, these are hands down my favourite cookies. I grew up on shortbread cookies and Baci di Dama could be considered shortbread due their rich, buttery and crumbly texture. However, they differ slightly from traditional shortbread due to ingredient variation (such as nuts) […]
If you’re looking for a guaranteed hit for your next gathering, this spinach dip is the answer! Creamy, flavorful, and perfectly textured, it’s a show-stopping appetizer that’s always a crowd favorite. The secret? Properly draining the spinach—really squeeze out every last drop of moisture. I use paper towels for the […]
There’s something magical about rolled sugar cookies. They are buttery, soft, and a blank canvas for creativity. Thanks to online shopping, grabbing essentials like meringue powder has never been easier. Sure, powdered sugar icing is tempting for its simplicity, but royal icing made with meringue powder takes your cookies to […]
I’ve been tweaking my Perogies (Вареники) recipe for years, replacing some of the liquid with a tablespoon of sour cream at a time. Well, after reviewing some of my notes from my grandma’s old recipes, I noticed this one – and it’s all sour cream based, with a combination of […]
The other day, my 8-year-old son and I shared a slice of gingerbread loaf from Starbucks, and he absolutely fell in love with it. Naturally, I had no choice but to recreate it at home. We pulled up the Starbucks ingredient list and stayed pretty close—ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and […]
If you’re looking for a chicken recipe that’s quick, foolproof, and absolutely mouthwatering, this is it. Crispy chicken thighs have become the #1 favorite in our household, and it’s easy to see why. You only need one main ingredient—chicken thighs—plus a little salt and pepper, and the results are out […]
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Vinegret, a beloved staple in Russian and Ukrainian cuisine, is a vibrant salad featuring beets, potatoes, carrots, and a tangy mix of sauerkraut and pickles. Traditionally, the vegetables are boiled, but we prefer to roast our beets. Roasting enhances their natural sweetness and gives the salad a deeper, richer flavor […]
