RECIPES
The Perfect Pizza Dough – 2 Recipes
Two perfect thin-crust pizza dough recipes: a soft, stretchy one the kids love and a crispy one that rests in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Cherry Pierogi and a Pierogi Dough That Almost Rolls Itself Out
Cherry pierogi with a tender, elastic dough that almost rolls itself out. Perfect for anyone who doesn't like rolling dough!
Asparagus with Ham and Hollandaise Sauce
Classic white asparagus with juicy ham, potatoes and homemade hollandaise sauce, a favorite German way to enjoy asparagus season.
Pierogi with Sauerkraut and Mushrooms, Filling Recipe
Pierogi with sauerkraut and mushrooms are one of the most important dishes on every Christmas Eve table. Here's how they're made in my home.
Uszka (Polish Mushroom Dumplings)
Uszka, tiny Polish dumplings filled with dried porcini and button mushrooms, are the must-have addition to barszcz on Christmas Eve.
Almond Paste
Easy homemade almond paste made with ground almonds, powdered sugar and egg white. Perfect for gingerbread slices and other baked treats.
Irena's Sponge Cake
Fluffy, wonderfully eggy sponge cake from my magic notebook, with two methods and lessons learned from my not-quite-perfect baby cake.
Potato Balls
Soft, delicate potato balls rolled in flour and fried golden. A wonderful side for fish and any kind of meat, and my daughters love them as finger food.
Duchess Potatoes
Duchess potatoes: a gorgeous, decorative alternative to mashed potatoes, piped into pretty swirls and baked until golden. Great with meat or fish.