Chocolate Walnut Bars

These aren’t difficult to make, but they look fancy because they have three distinct layers. A shortbread crust is topped by a chocolate layer, which is then topped with a thin walnut layer. The bars freeze well, and they’ll keep Read More …

Bear Fillet In Burgundy

MARINADE 4 cups chopped mixed onions 1-1/2 cups chopped carrots 1-1/2 minced garlic cloves garlic 2/3 cup chopped celery 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon tarragon 5 cups dry white wine Fillet of Bear 1 Fillet of bear, salt 6-8 medium Read More …

White Chocolate and Vanilla Scented Bread Pudding

“Pure ambrosia: chunks of bread pulled together in a creamy batter of eggs, light cream, vanilla and cinnamon, studded with chunks of imported white chocolate. Raspberries or currants are optional, but lovely. This recipe can be made one to two Read More …

Cobb Salad

Like many recipes, Cobb salad evolved as a solution to a rather mundane problem. In the late 1920s, Bob Cobb, manager of the original Brown Derby in Hollywood, California, was becoming tired of his daily meals, which consisted mostly of Read More …

Cocoa Mocha Mix

Cinnamon and nutmeg add warm tones to this creamy drink; keep it handy for those cold, rainy days. This Recipe is excellent for gift giving. Simply make the recipe, package in jars and use a festive ribbon to attach a Read More …

Chocolate Pecan Torte

A European style torte with a wonderful mix of textures and flavors. The top crust bakes up with a hint of crackly crunch, giving way to a moist, light interior studded with tiny bits of toasted pecans and intense chocolate Read More …

Anticuchos (Peruvian Kabobs)

In Peru, these peppery morsels are welcomed as casual appetizers, a festive first course or the main event itself. Today Anticuchos are made with beef hearts; in the days before cattle were brought by the Spanish, some believe Anticuchos were Read More …

Salmon Coulibiac (кулебяка с лососем)

Salmon might not seem like the most budget-friendly food at the moment, but keep in mind that this pie contains only one fish fillet and feeds six people as a main dish. Don’t feel limited to the more expensive лосось Read More …

Kholodets

It’s hard to imagine New Year’s dinner in Russia without it. It’s not too hard to make kholodets, but it does take a while, preparation can take up to three days. In our times, you can enjoy this kind of Read More …

Sbiten (сбитень)

Sbiten is a lovely spiced honey drink, perfect for cold winter days and anyone feeling under the weather. It is also extremely easy, and uses ingredients you likely already have at home. Be prepared— it’s very sweet. 4 cups (1 Read More …