This Veal Rollatini stuffed with Roasted Peppers, Menorca Cheese and Basil, simmered in a luscious Tomato, Olive Sauce and topped with even more Menorca cheese, is as decadent as it sounds. You’ll find that these flavors blend together in a sort of beautiful dance…I’m not joking. This dish is totally indulgent. You can serve it with…
Archives for December 2018
Mushroom Pierogi “Uszka” for Borscht
In Poland Mushroom Pierogi called “Uszka” are traditionally served in Borscht on Christmas Eve. They’re made from both dry and fresh mushrooms, and a simple pierogi dough of flour, water, milk, and butter. They’re beautiful and easier to make than you’d think. This post may contain affiliate links. You can read my disclosure policy here. Mushroom…
Borscht (Barszcz Czerwony) – Authentic Polish Recipe
Borscht – authentic Polish soup, is also known as Barszcz Czerwony. It’s a classic dish that is traditionally served on Christmas Eve. It’s made from beets and it has a clean, almost see-through consistency; it can be served in mugs to drink, or in bowls with Polish mushroom “uszka” pierogi, or Sauerkraut and Mushroom Pierogi. This…
20+ European Christmas Cookie Recipes
It’s the Holiday season and what a better way to celebrate it then with a cookie in hand. Europeans have plenty of different ways to make delicious cookies. I hope you’ll enjoy this collection of European Christmas Cookie Recipes and make one, two, or more of them for your holiday. Now I’ve lived here in…
Pizzette with Garlic Shrimp & Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
This beautiful Pizzette with Garlic Shrimp and Roasted Red Pepper Pesto is the perfect appetizer for any Holiday gathering. They’re also easy to make and taste incredible! They’re made with store-bought pizza dough; homemade roasted red pepper pesto, with Cured Mahon-Menorca Cheese; shredded Semi-Cured Mahon-Menorca Cheese; and Spanish styled Garlic Shrimp, with a hint of smoked paprika. …
Authentic Polish Pierogi with Potatoes and Cheese (Pierogi Ruskie)
These Authentic Polish Pierogi with Potatoes and Cheese (Pierogi Ruskie) are the real deal. Traditional Polish dish at its best! Try this recipe and never buy pierogi again. They are amazing. This post was originally published on December 24, 2014 (On Christmas Eve!) and since then has been updated to provide additional information. You can…
Cheesy Pasta Bake (Individual Ramekins)
This Cheesy Pasta Bake is made Alfredo Style, with a heavy cream and two kinds of amazing Mahon-Menorca cheeses. I made these in the individual ramekins for a perfect portioned side dish. I arranged the rigatoni pasta in the standing position for the ultimate “wow” factor. Serve this on your Holiday table alongside an awesome meat dish…
Creamy Mushroom Sauce Recipe with Wild & Fresh Mushrooms
Creamy mushroom sauce made with both wild, dried porcini mushrooms and your choice of fresh mushrooms, all of which in wine and cream base. This makes for an irresistible sauce that can be added to any pasta dish, chicken, steak, or eaten on its own with a slice of fresh bread. Creamy Mushroom Sauce is…
