Russian Easter Bread (Kulich)
It is traditional to make the design XB meaning “Christ is risen” on top of each of these little towering loaves.
2 packages active dry yeast 1/2 cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees F) 3/4 cup lukewarm milk (scalded, then cooled) 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1/2 cup […]
Spinach and Yogurt Salad
You can make a meal of this by serving it with wedges of pita bread.
2 bunches spinach, well rinsed and stemmed or 1 package pre-washed baby spinach 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro 3/4 cup plain yogurt 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1/4 teaspoon sugar […]
Russian Beet Soup (Borscht )
6 cups water 1/2 cup dried navy beans 1 pound beef boneless chuck, tip or round, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 smoked pork hock 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed beef broth 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 6 medium beets, cooked 2 medium onions, sliced […]
Russian Black Bread
4 cups rye flour 2 cups whole bran cereal 2 envelopes dry yeast 2 tablespoons caraway seeds, crushed 2 teaspoons instant coffee 2 teaspoons salt 2 1/2 to 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed 2 1/2 cups water 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter 1/4 cup […]
Romovaya Baba (Rum Cake With Currants and Raisins)
Serves 10 to 12
2 packages active dry yeast 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 cup lukewarm milk (110 to 115 degrees F) 1 teaspoon salt 4 cups sifted all-purpose flour 8 eggs, lightly beaten 3/4 pound plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup dried currants (2 ounces) 1/4 […]
Russian Chicken Pie (Kurnik)
Pastry 2 cups water 1 cup uncooked regular rice 2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon 2 large onions, thinly sliced 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 cup half-and-half 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 cup chicken broth 3 cups diced cooked chicken 2 tablespoons minced parsley 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 […]
Noodle and Cheese Casserole (Lazanki s Tvorogom i Smetanoi — Russia) (Lokshyna, Zapechena z Syrom — Ukraine)
12 ounces fresh lasagna noodles 1 pound farmer cheese 1 cup dairy sour cream 4 egg yolks 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
Cut lasagna […]
Pelmeni (Russian Dumplings)
This is a traditional Russian dish that is made in many Kazakstani homes.
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 eggs 1/2 cup water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 pound ground beef 1/2 pound ground pork 2 medium onions, finely chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Garlic, to taste
To make the dough, combine the […]
Russian Apricot Pudding (Kissel)
2 cups water 1 cup dried apricot halves 1/4 cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch Dash of salt
Heat water and apricots to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Place apricots and 1/2 cup cooking liquid in blender container; cover and purée until uniform consistency. Press purée through […]
Khrustyky (Ukranian)
Source: Taste of Home - December/January 2002 - Field Editor Carol Funk
2 eggs 3 egg yolks 1 tablespoon whipping cream 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Oil for deep-fat frying Confectioners’ sugar
In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs, egg yolks, cream and vanilla extract. […]
Prianiki with Honey and Spices
The prianik is the oldest of the Russian sweetmeats. Traditionally it is a small cake made with honey and spices (prianosti). Prianiki can also be made with different flavors and resemble a slightly floury meringue. If hot honey or syrup is used in the making, the dough should be left for […]
Shredded Cabbage Soup (S’chee)
2 medium onions, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons bacon fat, butter or margarine 2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans) condensed beef broth 2 broth cans water 1 small head green cabbage, coarsely shredded (5 cup) 2 medium carrots, sliced 2 medium potatoes, cubed 1 stalk celery, with leaves, sliced 2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped […]
Chicken with Spicy Walnut Sauce (Satsivi — Russia)
The tart walnut sauce (Satsivi) is a traditional element of meat, fish or poultry dishes from the Georgian Republic. Be careful that the juice does not spatter onto clothing, as it will stain.
6 large chicken breast halves 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped 3/4 cup finely […]
