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Foamy salad
Foamy Salad from the Mennonite Community Cookbook. This delightful dish combines an unexpected, yet intriguing combination of ingredients to create a symphony of tastes and textures on your palate. The combination of cabbage, fruit, and mayonnaise might seem unusual...
Quick cake
When unexpected guests show up or you suddenly crave something sweet to accompany your coffee, there's no need to panic! Our delightful Quick Cake recipe is here to save the day. With just a few basic ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry, you can...
Mosetti
Just had the most delicious MOZZETTI dish from the "Color Me Delicious" cookbook by Wolfe Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization! This hearty recipe is packed with flavor and perfect for sharing with friends and family. Give it a try!
White Chocolate Cheesecake with Chocolate Licorice Ganache
White Chocolate No-Bake Cheesecake: A Customizable Delight! If you're on the hunt for a dessert that's easy to make and offers endless possibilities for personalization, then the delectable White Chocolate Cheesecake with Chocolate Licorice Ganache is just what you...
Grandma’s Cake
Grandma's Cake (Mormorskaka) is a nostalgic delight that holds a special place in my heart. My mom has been baking this cake for as long as I can remember, and it brings back the most cherished memories of my childhood. The moment I catch a whiff of its aroma, I'm...
Coconut-Chocolate Meringue Bites – Betty Crocker’s
Ukrainian cabbage rolls (Golubtsi)
When I was growing up, we often ate cabbage rolls at my home. Dad used to make them, and when he didn't, he bought them. It is a very classic dish, and I think every European country has its own version. Two years ago, I had a Christmas dinner at my house, and my...
Vegan tacos
Cumin enriches the flavor of these vegan tacos. Broccoli and cauliflower with a squeeze of lime juice make them perfect. It is a delicious alternative to a normal meat taco. They don't have a lot of ingredients and you can choose what you serve with them. I decided to...
Risotto with trumpet chanterelle
It is the mushroom season now. Some people find them very easily in the forest, but for me, it's not so simple. I always seem to find the poisonous ones. But thank God there are people who know what to look for. My brother went picking trumpet chanterelles this...
Buckthorn protein smoothie
Here in Finland and throughout the Nordic countries, we are fortunate to have an abundance of healthy berries in nature. We have lingonberries, blueberries, cranberries, and more. Additionally, there's buckthorn, also known as sea buckthorn. Buckthorn is an orange...
Chanterelle and zucchini quiche
It's mushroom season now, and in the Finnish forest, you can discover nature's gold: chanterelles. They are my absolute favorite mushrooms. You can create a variety of delicious dishes with this vibrant yellow beauty, such as toast, soup, pies, and more. It seems like...
Korvapuusti – Finnish cinnamon buns
Korvapuusti, or "Örfil" in Swedish, is a Finnish cinnamon bun. In English, it bears the peculiar name "Ear Slap". While an ear slap might sting, this bun is absolutely delightful 😉 You can find these in most cafés across Finland. My mom has been baking them for as...
Indian fried potatoes
So, a girl messaged me on Instagram, asking if we could exchange recipes. Of course, I was excited to participate. She's from India, so she shared an Indian recipe, and I shared a Finnish recipe with her. You can check out what she prepared on her Instagram...
Corn pancakes
I have always loved corn. I like it with just butter and salt. I remember when I was visiting Munnar in India and we walked on a road there in the Himalayas, and these old women were selling roasted corn next to the road. They had a small fire where they roasted the...
Karelian pies (Karjalanpirakka)
Karelian pies or Karjalanpiirakka as we call it here is probably the most traditional and typical Finnish food you can find. They are eaten in some parts of Russia and Estonia also, but they originate from Finland. They are very easy to make. If you have some leftover...
Hummingbird Bundt Cake
Today when I walked into the store, I suddenly got a big craving for cake – well, it's not the first time 😀 I never say no to cake. And when I get these cravings, I want it to be quick. So, no complicated baking. I started remembering a cake I used to make a long...
Chicken Plov – Ukrainian style
One of the countries that lies close to my heart is Ukraine. I have a very close friend in Lviv that I always visit when I can. So far I think I have 9 Ukrainian stamps in my passport. When I visit Ukraine then I love going to restaurants that serve local food. A lot...
Crumpets
When I last visited England for the first time, I had the opportunity to taste crumpets. I had heard of them before but never actually tried them. You heat them in the toaster and enjoy them with butter. They also pair very well with jams or Nutella. The exact origin...
Szarlotka – Polish applecake