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Ingredients:2 dl. (3/4 cup slightly rounded) rye flour2 dl. (3/4 cup slightly rounded) spelt flour4 dl. (1 1/2 cups slightly rounded) medium oats2 dl. (3/4 cup slightly rounded) sunflower seeds2 dl. (3/4 cup slightly rounded) flax seeds1 tsp. salt4.5-5 dl. (about 1 3/4 cup - 2 cups) waterInstructions:In a bowl, mix all the dry ingredients…

Ingredients:1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup butterCaviar, for topping1 egg1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour¾ cup milk3 tablespoons sour cream, plus additional for topping blini1/2 teaspoon sugarInstructions:In a large bowl, sift the flour and baking powder together. Add the milk, sugar and 2 tablespoons sour cream. Beat the egg until frothy, add to batter and stir well.…

Ingredients:1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 clove garlic, finely minced1/2 cup sour cream or lowfat yogurt1 can 16 oz. no salt or sugar added canned shoestring 3 cups water1/2 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon thyme1 tablespoon unsalted butterInstructions:Melt butter in saucepan; add onions and garlic. Saute until tender, about 6…

Ingredients:50 grams yeast (I prefer fresh yeast, but dry works too)5 deciliters milk1 liter , 5 plain flourraisins½ tsp saffron1 pinch a small of salt1 deciliter sugar2 tablespoons unsalted butterInstructions:Grind the saffron with a tablespoon of sugar, until completely dissolved.Melt the butter and add the milk and the saffron, it needs to be lukewarm (or…

Ingredients:1/4 cup butter, softened and cut into small pieces1 Tbsp butter1 egg, lightly beaten2 cups flour2 tsp garlic powder3 Tbsp milkolive oil2 large onions, sliced3 medium potatoes, peeled and large dice1 tsp saltsalt and peppersliced scallion1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup sour creamInstructions:For the dough... In a large bowl mix together the flour and salt.…

This simple recipe for shrimp scampi with garlic and lemon is absolutely delicious and satisfying. It not only leaves a long finish on your palate but also a short cleanup in the kitchen.  Shrimp Scampi Pasta (Photo by Erich Boenzli) If you have a chopping board, a chef’s knife, a pan, and a basic stocked…

Ingredients:1 kg white flour1/2 liter cold whole milk150 g sugar15 g salt15 g cardamom1 large egg50 g fresh yeast150 g butter, cubed1 egg, for glazing100 g butter, meltedCinnamon and sugar, as neededInstructions:1.Mix all the ingredients except the butter together and knead for about 15 minutes. The dough should be elastic, like chewing gum, and not…

Ingredients:340 g wholegrain flour1 tablespoon cacao powder8 g baking powder10 g gingerbread spice1 teaspoon grounded cinnamon220 g brown sugar1 egg250 ml milk100 ml oilchocolateInstructions:Preheat the oven to 160 degrees Celsius. In a large bowl combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, cinnamon, mixture of Perník spices and brown sugar. If you are baking this cake in…

Ingredients:8 stalks asparagus1 cup cream2 Eggs1 1/4 cups Flour1/2 pound Havarti with Dill Cheese (approximately ½ lb.)1/2 teaspoon Salt1 cup Sugar3/4 cup cold, unsalted butter cut into small cubes2 quarts (8 c.) waterInstructions:In the bowl of a food processor, combine flour, salt, and sugar.Add butter and pulse until the mixture resembles the size of small…

Ingredients:1 teaspoon black pepper3 large eggs3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme2 large cloves garlic, minced1 cup grated Gruyere1 1/4 cups half-and-half1 1/2 pounds assorted mushrooms, wiped clean and slicedStore bought pie crustsalt, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce,

Ingredients:1 1/3 cups almond meal1 tsp dried thyme (or any other dried herb)3 Eggs1/4 cup golden flaxseed meal1/4 cup milk2 Tbs milk (I used 1% milk)2 Tbs olive oil1/4 cup chopped orange pepper (or any other bell pepper)1 tsp dried oregano (or any other dried herb)3 Tbs freshly grated parmesan cheeseCrust3 Tbs chopped red onion1/8…

•1 or 1.5 lbs beef sirloin steak, thinly sliced (or prime tenderloin if affordable) •1 packet beef stroganoff powder (McCormick) •4 cups wide egg noodles •1 tbsp butter •8 oz fresh Bella mushrooms (cremini or regular okay) •2 medium onions, thinly sliced •1 garlic clove, finely chopped •1 tsp Worcestershire sauce •1 cup sour cream…

Ingredients:8 ounces baby arugula or baby spinach leaves, coarsely chopped6 bacon slices, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon Black pepper, to taste2 Eggs, beaten1 cup heavy creamA 9-inch pre-baked pastry crust1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped shallots3/4 cup shredded Gruyere, Emmental or Swiss cheeseInstructions:Preheat oven to 400° F. Thaw purchased crust for 10 minutes.…

Ingredients:¼ cup salted butter4-6 yellow onions, finely sliced¼ Tsp. flour½ cup sherry5 cups beef broth3 sprigs fresh thyme3 sprigs fresh parsley1 bay leafsalt and pepper to taste4 slices of a crusty French baguette1 cup gruyere cheese, shreddedInstructions:Preheat oven to 400In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat.Add onions to the pot and sprinkle…

Ingredients:3 large pastured organic eggs1 cup heavy cream4 ounces white or crimini mushrooms, chopped1/4 cup finely chopped red onion or shallot2 tablespoons butter5 ounces Swiss chard leaves (no stems), choppedsalt and black pepper to taste5 ounces Prima Donna aged Gouda cheese, shredded1 tablespoon butter, cut into small piecesdash nutmeg1 prepared pie crust or quiche pastry…

Ingredients:350g Canned Tuna150g Mayonnaise100g Sour Cream60g Sweet Corn2 Hard Boiled EggsSpring OnionSalt and Pepper to tasteFresh Parsley16 slices sandwich bread60g shredded cheese6 Small Tomatoes1 Small Cucumber1 lemon3 sprigs fresh dillInstructions:In a food processor blend tuna, sweetcorn, mayonnaise, sour cream, hard-boiled eggs, salt and pepper. Process until smooth.Wash and finely chop parsley.On a serving tray (or…

Ingredients:300 grams minced beef5 tablespoons fine breadcrumbs1 egg300 grams minced pork (or chicken)1/4 teaspoon EACH salt and pepper3 tablespoons of water1 yellow onionInstructions:Chop the onion finely and sweat in a frying pan until softened. Put to the side to cool.Add the egg to the breadcrumbs and allow to swell for about 10 min.Mix together the…

Ingredients:4 Bay leaves2 stalk celery6 raw eggs3 tablespoons oil, (I use corn or peanu2 onions, peeled and chopped2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves1/4 teaspoon black pepper corns1 mild pepperoni sausage cut into 2 inch chunks (p5 mediums potatoes, peeled and cut in small cubes2 tablespoons salt8 ounces sour cream3 quarts ,Water3 tablespoons of good white vinegarInstructions:In…

Ingredients:1.25 lbs beef flank or sirloin steak – cut across the grain, thin sliced1 medium onion4 oz fresh mushrooms – sliced1 ½ cup water3 cups egg noodles8 oz. velveeta1 can peas or 1 cup of frozen peas1 Can cream of mushroom soup½ cup milk½ tsp salt½ tsp pepperInstructions:In a large skillet – brown the steak…

Ingredients:1 Pepper, Chopped1 can of Diced Tomatoes6 ounces of Egg Noodles, Cooked1 teaspoon of Coriander1 teaspoon of Cumin1/2 teaspoon of Curry1 teaspoon of Garam Masala*3 cloves of Garlic1/2 teaspoon of Ginger1 pound of Ground Turkey or 3 cups Leftover Turkey, chopped1 Onion, Chopped1 teaspoon of Paprika1 cup of Sour Cream10 bags Oz. of Frozen Spinach…

Ingredients:6 asparagus stalks, tips reserved and stalks cut into coins3 strips thick cut bacon4 large eggs3/4 cup heavy cream1/2 cup onion, minced1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon saltInstructions:Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 16-ounce ramekin or two 8-ounce ramekins.In a nonstick frying pan, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crispy. Place…

Ingredients:1 beetroot, chopped in small cubes1 big carrot, grated2 onions, diced1/2 cup celery root, chopped in small cubes (or grated, as you wish)1 tbsp unrefined sunflower oil3 tbsp vinegar1/2 cup chopped celery leaves (or lovage leaves)sea salt, to taste1/3 tsp ground pepperchopped parsley, for garnishInstructions:Go to my blog for the full instructions: http://gourmandelle.com/vegan-beetroot-borscht/

Ingredients:Butter - 2 tbsp, softened6 eggs1 cup flourJamMaple syrup1 cup milkOr cranberry-orange relishPowdered sugarDash of saltFresh sliced strawberriesInstructions:Heat oven to 400 degrees and place butter in 9 x 13 inch casserole to melt. Mix other ingredients into a batter and pour into hot pan. Bake 20 minutes. It will puff up and edges will curl…

Ingredients:4 cups of water1/2 yellow onion, chopped1 stalk of celery, chopped4 beets, peeled and chopped10 baby carrots, chopped- or 4 large carrots1 apple, peeled and chopped- I used gala1/2 cup of mushrooms, chopped1 red pepper, chopped1 teaspoon of red wine vinegarHandful of fresh dill, choppedTbsp of sour cream2 teaspoons of thyme2 tablespoons of butter2 tablespoons…

Ingredients:1 pound (drained weight) sauerkraut2 tablespoons butter1 cup onion, finely chopped1 large garlic clove, micedSalt2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika3 cups chicken broth4 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut in 2-inch cubes1-½ teaspoons caraway seeds¼ cup tomato puree or plain tomato sauce½ cup sour cream½ cup heavy cream2 tablespoons flourInstructions:Wash sauerkraut under cold running water then soak…

Ingredients:1 ounce butter16 ozs canned tomatoes1 piece carrot, sliced4 ounces chuck steak, cubedPinch of garlic salt1 piece green pepper, seeded and sliced2 onions, peeled and chopped1 1/2 teaspoons Paprika1/4 teaspoon Pepper5 ounces lean pork, cubed1 teaspoon Salt (celery and the vinegar are naturally salty)1/2 pint of sour creamInstructions:Heat butter in large pan and fry onion…

Ingredients:2 cups flour5 tablespoons earth balance margarine1 tablespoon dried mustard2 tablespoons olive oil2 onions- thinly sliced2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper8 potatoes- peeled and cubed1/2 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons sea salt1/4 cup soy milk3 tablespoons vegetable oil1/2 cup water6 cups white cabbage- shreddedInstructions:In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine dough ingredients.Knead until smooth, about 5- 10 minutes.Let…

Ingredients:4-5 pounds beef stew cut meat½ cup beef stock1 can tomato sauce (approx 4 cups)1 Tbsp. caraway seeds1 cup flour2 garlic cloves, sliced thin2 tsp. Hungarian Hot Paprikazest of 1 small lemonolive oil for searing2 large onions1 Tbsp. mild paprika1 Tbsp salt & pepper2 Tbsp. tomato pasteCourse: lunch,main course,main dish,dinnerCuisine: Eastern European,European

Ingredients:2 1/2 lb.s top round beef roast1 large onion, sliced3 tbsp.s oil4 c.s water, to cover meat8 oz.s tomato sauce2 beef bouillon cubes3 tbsp.s paprika1/2 tsp. ground pepper2 tbsp.s flourInstructions:Cut roast in 1 inch cubes. In Dutch oven, brown meat, and onions in oil. Add water, bouillon cubes, flour, tomato sauce, paprika, and pepper. Simmer…

Ingredients:3 fresh tomatoes, diced, or you can use 1 (15 oz.) can of diced tomatoes, drained1 carrot1/2 teaspoon dried basil4 1/2 tablespoons Egg substitute equivalent to 3 eggs – I use Ener-G substitute= teaspoons of Ener2 tablespoons EVOO4 cloves of garlic, minced1/4 teaspoon garlic salt2 onions, diced2 8s oz. packages of portabella mushrooms, diced5 medium…

Ingredients:50g homemade bread crumbs50 g butter480g chopped tomatoes from a can2-4 egg plants, thinly sliced3 egg yolks230g feta cheese, grated50 g flour4 cloves garlic, finely chopped¼ tsp ground allspice¼ tsp ground cinnamon½ tsp ground nutmegSalt and ground white pepper400 g lean minced beef250 ml warm milk1 Tbs olive oilOlive oil2 onions, finely choppedSea salt2 Tbs…

Ingredients:1 large eggplant unpeeled, diced4 ounces diced feta cheese (optional)1/2 cup chopped fresh basil5 garlic cloves chopped2 green bell peppers diced3 tablespoons Olive Oil1 onion cut 1" pieces2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 large tomatoes chopped1 large zucchini cut 1/2" piecesInstructions:Heat oil in a heavy, large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic; stir 1 minute.…