Chruściki or Angel wings are a traditional sweet crisp pastry made out of dough that has been shaped into thin twisted ribbons, deep-fried and sprinkled with powdered sugar. Traditionally present in several European cuisines, angel wings are known by many other names and have been incorporated into other regional cuisines (such as the United States) by immigrant populations. They are most commonly eaten […]
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Surowskaz Kiszonej Kapusty (Sauerkraut Salad with Carrots and Apples)
Surowskaz Kiszonej Kapusty (Sauerkraut Salad with Carrots and Apples) 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tsp caraway seeds 1 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1 lb fresh sauerkraut 1 medium sized tart apple (peeled and diced int 1/2" pieces) 2 carrots (coarsely grated) In a large serving bowl, combine the vegetable oil, caraway seeds, sugar and […]
Chlodnik (Cold Vegetable and Yogurt Soup)
Chlodnik is usually served in Poland during the harvest season. Chlodnik (Cold Vegetable and Yogurt Soup) 1 pound beets (can) 1 cucumber (diced) 1 pickle (diced) 1/2 cup radish (diced) 1 clove garlic (crushed with 1/2 teaspoon salt) 1 quart yogurt 1 cube bouillon (dissolved in beet liquid) 2 egg (hard cooked, sliced) 1/2 teaspoon […]
Bigos (Hunter’s Stew)
Bigos (Hunter’s Stew) 1 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons butter 1 small head white cabbage, shredded finely 1 quart sauerkraut 6 large whole mushrooms, sliced 4 cups diced Polish sausage and any combination of roasted beef, veal, pork or lamb 2 bouillon cubes dissolved in 1 cup water or gravy from roast 2 sour apples, […]
Leniwe Pirogi (Cottage Cheese Dumpling)
Leniwe Pirogi (Cottage Cheese Dumpling) 1 lb. Cottage cheese 3 eggs 1 ¼ cups flour (about) 3 teaspoons salt (about)