Turkey Stuffed Acorn Squash – it’s a Fall on a plate; Turkey with Apples, Cranberries and dried Thyme stuffed in a sweet Acorn Squash makes for an irresistible combination of fall flavors. Turkey Stuffed Acorn Squash – screams Fall on a plate Who doesn’t love all the fall flavors? This the season: pumpkins, squashes,…
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Polish Meatballs (aka Kotlety Mielone)
Polish Meatballs, or as they are known n in Poland – “Kotlety Mielone,” are one of the most popular dishes in Poland and loved by everyone (especially kids). They are usually made with ground pork, but other ground meats can be used as well. If you’re looking for other European meat recipes this Chicken Kiev,…
Brown Sugar Pork Chops with Garlic & Herbs + VIDEO
Brown Sugar Pork Chops with Garlic and Herbs are as delicious as they sound. The sweet brown sugar sauce is perfectly balanced by garlic and dried herbs, like thyme and oregano. A juicy pork chops dish that comes together in no time at all.
Instant Pot® Beef Stroganoff
This easy Beef Stroganoff is super quick to make (thanks to Instant Pot® pressure cooker) and will satisfy everyone’s craving for a hearty meal. Tender beef strips with mushrooms and a creamy sauce is what comfort food is all about. Beef Stroganoff is one of those dishes that my mom thought me how to make….
Polish Meat Pierogi
Meat Pierogi is an absolute staple in Polish cuisine. For the filling, you can use up meat from a broth, or you can use up your leftover turkey, or you could just cook some pork, chicken, or beef for the filling of this pierogi (I’ll show you how). If you want to just see the…
Slow Cooker Turkey Breast – Easy Crockpot Recipe
This Slow Cooker Turkey Breast is an amazing alternative to roasting a whole bird. It’s perfectly moist, simple and delicious. With this recipe, you can have your favorite Thanksgiving meal any day of the week. And the best part about it is that most of the heavy lifting is done by the slow cooker. It…
Chicken Kiev (Classic Eastern European Recipe)
What is Chicken Kiev? Chicken Kiev is a super delicious dish made from the tenderized chicken breast; stuffed with compound butter, made with garlic and parsley; and then rolled and breaded (with a flour egg mixture and seasoned breadcrumbs). Once ready, it’s either fried (it can be deep-fried), baked, or seared on a pan and…
Olive Oil Chicken Thighs Mediterranean Style
These Olive Oil Chicken Thighs are rubbed with a Mediterranean spice mixture, then marinated in a mixture of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and lemon, then seared to golden perfection on both sides, and finally finished by baking in the oven and then drizzled with more olive oil, lemon, and fresh garlic. If you’ve ever wondered…
Pörkölt – Hungarian Beef and Onion Stew
If you long for cozy dinners when the weather is raw and frigid, then do yourself a favor and make Pörkölt. It’s an incredible Hungarian stew made with tons of onions, small cubed beef, and the best Hungarian paprika. It simmers for a long time to achieve its amazing thick consistency and super marriage of…
City Chicken (Polish American Traditional Dish)
City Chicken (aka, Fake Chicken) is a traditional Polish-American dish that is beloved by many. The most curious thing about this dish is that it doesn’t actually contain any chicken. Rather, your featured protein here is actually pork and/or veal. So, why is it be called a “City Chicken” in the first place? Read on…
