RECIPES
Laugenstangen, or Dunked Yeast Sticks and Pretzels
Homemade Laugenstangen: chewy German-style yeast sticks and pretzels dunked in a simple baking soda bath, no special lye needed. Makes about 24.
Sweet Potato and Parsnip Gnocchi
Sweet potato and parsnip gnocchi with arugula, toasted walnuts and a creamy gorgonzola sauce: a colorful, cheerful winter dinner.
Tagliatelle with Brussels Sprouts and Meatballs
Tagliatelle with a hearty winter sauce of Brussels sprouts, yellow bell peppers and browned meatballs in tomato broth. Great with pasta or a baguette.
Thai Cuisine
A few words about Thai cuisine: its influences, fresh herbs and flavors, how meals are eaten, and a bit of table etiquette.
Thai Banana Soup with Chili
The soup has a distinctive, pleasant flavor, and how warming it is! I don't love spicy food, but this time I handled it with pleasure.
Placek po węgiersku (Hungarian-Style Potato Pancake with Goulash)
Hungarian-style potato pancake: a crispy potato pancake folded around a spicy pork goulash with peppers. A hearty, warming winter dinner.
Rogale maślane (Buttery Crescent Rolls)
Tender, light and very buttery crescent rolls (rogale maślane), perfect for breakfast, a school lunch or with coffee, with or without filling.
Pasta Bake with Ground Meat, Zucchini, and Mushrooms
A cozy baked pasta with ground meat, zucchini, mushrooms and tomatoes, made from leftovers and topped with melted, lightly browned cheese.
Twisted Bacon Sticks
These sticks are very easy and quick to make, and I highly recommend them, especially since you can use ready-made puff pastry.
Chicken Fillets in Parma Ham on a Bed of Vegetables
Chicken breast fillets wrapped in Parma ham and braised on colorful vegetables. An easy dish that looks fancy and works for the Dukan diet.
Fish with Onions in Cream Sauce
Easy baked white fish topped with onions and a creamy paprika sauce. Just assemble, pop it in the oven, and wait. Perfect for a lazy day.
Punch
I suggest you get some rum, white wine, a few extras, punch cups, and something comfortable to sit on and relax.