A Polish Girl In An American Kitchen
Ever wonder “what the heck am I gonna do with all these canned sardines that my parents bought”? Just me? Either way this appetizer is a delicious snack, even for those who claim not to like sardines. It was even a hit with those that …
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 …
This is my all time favorite thing to bake. I love pumpkin and it’s so easy! Who knew flaxseed could be so good. Not only that, but according to “The New American Plate” it’s full of fiber, phytochemical lignans, and omega-3 fatty acids. The pumpkin …
These muffins are a nice and easy alternative to traditional corn bread. They also pack a good punch if you used roasted green chilies instead of the canned ones. I like to use coarse ground cornmeal, but it makes no difference. These go great as …
This rustic peasant-style whole wheat loaf may not be for everyone. It’s quite dense with lots of fiber. But you can’t beat the herbed aroma or how fast it is to make. If you can’t stand to wait for bread to rise (but don’t mind …
This is hands down my favorite cookie. I have no idea why it isn’t more popular than the traditional oatmeal cookie. I like my cookies almost cake-like, but these can also be made to have that traditional crunch. The original recipe is from “The New …
I’m continuing my current corn season bonanza with this unexpected “creamed” corn soup. The coconut milk, cumin, and lemon juice give this soup a very unique flavor. And of course, who can resist popcorn as a garnish! The original recipe is from “Rodzinna Kuchnia Lidla”, …
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 …
This salad is great for lunch on hot summer days (so pretty much all year round in SoCal), and can be a delicious and light appetizer before dinner. The original recipe is from “The New American Plate” — put together by the American Institute for …
If you’re wondering what the heck is a fish curry doing in Aggie’s POLISH kitchen, you got me there. All I can say for myself is that 1) California cuisine is very diverse, 2) I love this recipe and 3) it took me a long …