Tag: meat

Fasola Po Mysliwsku (Hunter’s Beans)

Fasola Po Mysliwsku (Hunter’s Beans)

I don’t make this dish too often because I generally forget that I have to soak the beans overnight, but if you are better at planning, this recipe is a cake. The bean type used here is called “Jas” in Polish, and you can buy 

Krupnik (Polish Beef Barley Soup)

Krupnik (Polish Beef Barley Soup)

Krupnik was one of my favorite soups growing up. It’s rich scent of mushrooms combined with the beef and barley make it a very satisfying and hearty meal. The original recipe from “Kuchnia Polska” instructs you to cook the vegetables whole, then remove and dice 

BBQ Pulled Pork

BBQ Pulled Pork

I absolutely love pulled pork, and tend to make it for summer parties, where hanging out and grilling in the backyard is a must. This recipe takes quite a bit of time but it is well worth it. It’s best to actually smoke the meat on 

Pasta Salad with Mushrooms

Pasta Salad with Mushrooms

This pasta salad looks like it’s nothing new, but the mushroom broth in the dressing adds a new and unexpected punch to this traditional dish. The original recipe from “Kuchnia Polska” soaks and boils dried porcinis to make the mushroom broth, and then adds the mushrooms 

Leczo-touille

Leczo-touille

This is one of my fist original recipes, and I love it! It’s a mix between a Polish dish called Leczo, and the French Ratatouille. The Polish version is very saucy and mushy, so I’ve added some zucchini and eggplant to give some varied textures, 

Couscous and Lamb Pilaf

Couscous and Lamb Pilaf

This Mediterranean inspired recipe is a great, healthy, one-pot meal. The gamey quality of the lamb is paired great with the dried fruits in the couscous. It’s best with lamb tenderloin, but that can get a bit pricey. I’ve made this meal many times with