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Kapusniak (Polish Sauerkraut Soup)

Kapusniak (Polish Sauerkraut Soup)

Doesn’t get much simpler and more quintessentially Polish than sour cabbage (sauerkraut) soup. It may sound odd,  but it’s a delicious comforting meal, perfect for those fall and winter night dinners. If you want to cut down on the sour-ness, you can rinse the sauerkraut 

Spaghetti con le Sarde

Spaghetti con le Sarde

I discovered this dish when my husband and I were trying rally hard to figure out with the 4 cans of sardines my parents inexplicably left at our house. After making it, I can’t believe it’s not more popular. It’s super tasty and very quick 

Turkey Tikka Masala

Turkey Tikka Masala

Not gonna lie, this recipe is a huge pain in the ass. Especially if you go above and beyond and roast your own spices and actually grill the dark turkey meat. But unfortunately the work is worth it. Curse you Alton Brown! The original is 

Truffle Fish en Papillote

Truffle Fish en Papillote

This Aggie original is one of my favorite quick dinners. It’s not only quick and easy but also lean and health. And super tasty to boot!You can use any white fish for this including tilapia, basa, mahi mahi, swai etc. I tend to serve the 

Afghani Sweet Pumpkin (Kadu)

Afghani Sweet Pumpkin (Kadu)

I absolutely adore pumpkin. I can’t wait to put it into everything. This dish is amazing because it’s actually built mainly around the pumpkin. The pumpkin is the star, not just an addition to the meal. I also like this particular dish because it’s quick 

Gulasz

Gulasz

Gulasz is probably my favorite down home meal. It’s extremely common and every home cook has a variation. This is mine. All pork, and a little added zing from some mustard seeds and juniper berries. Otherwise it’s about as traditional as it gets.   INGREDIENTS makes 

Zurek

Zurek

Zurek recipes are hard. It’s usually done by “feel” and the ingredients are difficult to come by in the US. First thing’s first, you have to find some sour rye paste, or zur. If you can’t get that, Polish stores often stock either powdered zurek 

Red Cabbage and Delicata Squash Dinner Salad

Red Cabbage and Delicata Squash Dinner Salad

I found this recipe in The Pumpkin Cookbook by Deedee Stovel.  I just love that cookbook and am obsessed with this recipe. The only drawback is that delicata squash is really only available in season. This dinner salad is best eaten right away. It does 

Krolik w Potrawce (Braised Rabbit)

Krolik w Potrawce (Braised Rabbit)

I absolutely love rabbit! You can get it frozen at most specialty butchers. It has a very delicate flavor while also being slightly gamy. It pairs really well with cream, mushrooms, and a bit of citrus. This recipe is a very old preparation style that 

5-Spice Salmon with Leeks and Carrots

5-Spice Salmon with Leeks and Carrots

This is another gem from The New American Plate. The leeks and carrots make this dish in my opinion. And they serve as a great veg for the entire meal. All you need to make with this for a full dinner is rice! I’m not