Ukrainian Grated Potato Bake
A potato pudding that is tender and airy inside and crispy on the outside.
Serve with sour cream, sautéed onions, or lingonberry preserves.
1/4 pound sliced bacon, diced
2 large onions, finely chopped
3 pounds new potatoes, peeled
1 cup light cream or half-and-half
3 large egg yolks, slightly beaten
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 large […]
Russian Salmon Loaf (Coulibiac)
In Russia, kasha is sometimes used instead of rice.
Pastry 1 medium onion, sliced 1 bay leaf 5 black peppercorns 2 teaspoons salt 2 pounds salmon steaks*, about 1 inch thick 1 cup water 1/2 cup uncooked regular rice 1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon 8 ounces mushrooms, thinly sliced 3 large onions, finely […]
The Eternal Chef’s Ukrainian Filled Dumplings (Varenyky - Perogies)
Posted by The Eternal Chef 2/12/2002 8:13 am
Source: Festive Ukrainian Cooking
For Christmas Eve potato and cabbage fillings prevail. The dough should be thin, but not too thin, and resilient to the bite, but not tough; the filling should be distinct, but not overwhelming, in flavor.
There are as […]
Russian Rye Bread
Serve with hearty soups.
2 packages active dry yeast 2 cups warm water (105 to 115 degrees F) 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/4 cup dark molasses 1 tablespoon freeze-dried instant coffee 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed 4 cups medium rye flour 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 […]
Ukrainian Snow Cap Cookies
Posted by The Eternal Chef 2/13/2002 7:16 pm
Source: Traditional Ukrainian Cookery
It is always a pleasure to serve these regal-looking cookies with a baked-on topping.
1 cup sifted all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter 3 egg yolks 1 tablespoon rich milk or cream 3 egg whites 1 1/4 […]
Ukrainian Country Babka
Posted by The Eternal Chef March 20, 2002 15:31:07
2 teaspoons granulated sugar 1/2 cup lukewarm water 2 packages dry granular yeast 1 cup scalded milk, lukewarm 1 cup all-purpose flour 6 eggs 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup melted butter 2 tablespoons grated lemon rind 5 1/2 cups sifted flour, […]
Ukrainian Lokshyna (Egg Noodles) and recipes
Posted by The Eternal Chef 5/13/02 10:58:57 am
Home-made noodles are not only delicious but very easy and fast to prepare. They may be made in a large quantity, dried, and stored in a covered container for future need. For a busy homemaker it is convenient and time saving to have […]
Walnut-Almond Torte
Posted by The Eternal Chef 1/14/2002 1:58 pm
Source: Traditional Ukrainian Cookery
Here is an exceedingly good layered nut torte, the queen of all tortes, that immigrated to Canada with the contributor after the Second World War. It is made of two different batter mixtures. The filling is luscious. Thank you Mrs. H. Dershko, Saskatoon, Sask.
Walnut […]
Ukrainian Sauerkraut
Posted by The Eternal Chef 5/17/02 7:47:47 pm
The cabbage may be mixed with a small quantity of mixed whole spices or a few peppercorns and some caraway seed. One or more of the following shredded or chopped vegetables may be added to the cabbage: onions, carrots, green or red sweet peppers, celery. A small […]
Ukrainian Cherry Charlotte
Posted by The Eternal Chef 7/25/02 7:49:58 am
The Ukrainians make a variety of cherry liqueurs. For the charlotte, they use a sweet ratafia. If you aren’t in the habit of making your own cherry liqueur, you can use kirsch or cherry brandy.
Serves 4 to 6
1 1/2 pounds pitted cherries 1/2 cup vanilla sugar […]
Ukrainian Honey Horns with Almond Filling (Rohalyky z medom i migdalamy)
Posted by The Eternal Chef 1/5/2002 9:12 am
Source: Traditional Ukrainian Cookery - S. Stechishin
These yeast dough crescents are simply terrific for a brunch, for afternoon tea, or as an after-school snack for children.
Dough 1 envelope dry yeast 1 cup evaporated milk 4 large eggs 4 […]
Russian Easter Dessert (Pashka)
Russian Orthodox Christians created this dessert in celebration of Easter.
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten 1 cup whipping cream 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 6 cups small-curd creamed cottage cheese 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/2 cup chopped mixed candied fruit 1/4 cup finely chopped blanched […]
Ukrainian Cheese Paska
This rich unbaked cheese dessert mold is traditionally served in the Eastern Ukraine for Easter. It is molded in the shape of a pyramid representing a church dome.
2 pounds ricotta cheese 4 egg yolks 1 cup butter 2 cups granulated sugar Grated rind of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup heavy […]
Eggplant Spread (Baklazhannaia Ikra)
Serve this very cold with highly-flavored breads.
1 (1 pound) eggplant 1 medium green bell pepper 1 small onion, chopped 2 large cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/4 cup tomato paste 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper Cocktail pumpernickel rye bread or black bread
Prick […]
Ukrainian Rosettes
Posted by The Eternal Chef 2/13/2002 7:05 pm
Source: Traditional Ukrainian Cookery, S. Stechishin
A culinary fantasy inspired by summer roses. These rosettes are also known in Ukraine as carnival roses. They are very elegant and dainty.
3 eggs 2 egg yolks 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar 1 tablespoon soft butter 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 cups sifted […]
Russian Pot Roast
Serve with hot buttered egg noodles.
5 medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 medium onions, sliced 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 (3 to 4 pound) beef boneless rump roast, chuck eye roast or bottom round 1 teaspoon instant beef bouillon 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 cup dairy sour cream 1/4 […]
Vinaigrette Salad
6 beets (about 2 inches in diameter) 8 medium potatoes 4 carrots 3 dill pickles (or one 8 inch cucumber) 1 medium onion or 6 scallions
Dressing 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup lemon juice (fresh is better) 2 tablespoons salt 1 teaspoon dill weed 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Scrub beets, potatoes and carrots and […]
Ukrainian Napoleon Torte
Posted by The Eternal Chef 1/21/2002 3:57 pm
Source. Ukrainian Recipes
This delicious torte takes some time to assemble, but it is well worth the effort. For a variety you may add chopped fresh fruit or berries, melted chocolate, or chopped nuts may be added to the fillings.
Pastry 1 pound butter softened 4 cups all-purpose […]
Ukrainian Dried Fruit Candy (Ovochevi Konfeti)
Posted by The Eternal Chef 7:31:13am 10/16/03
Source: Traditional Ukrainian Cookery - Savella Stechishin
To make about 1 pound.
1 cup dried prunes, pitted 1 cup pitted dates 1 cup raisins 1/4 pound walnuts or blanched and peeled almonds (about 1 cup) 1 tablespoon honey 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar or 2 ounces sweet […]
Ukrainian Bread Torte
Posted by The Eternal Chef 3/23/2002 9:25 pm
Although the name of this recipe lacks glamour, the torte itself is very delicious. The original recipe in the old country cookbooks calls for rye bread crumbs, but white bread crumbs give equally good results.
1 cup dry bread crumbs 2 tablespoons sherry wine Grated rind and […]
