Recipezaar: Cuisine,Polish,Comfort Food recipes

Potatoes Baked with Eggs and Cream

Tue, 21 Jan 2003 20:13:00 -0500

Oh, how I loved my Polish grandmother's cooking. Simple fresh ingredients, simply cooked and simply delicious. -- posted by Lorac

Easy Kielbasa Casserole

Wed, 05 Feb 2003 20:09:04 -0500

Sauerkraut, topped with kielbasa, swiss cheese and buttermilk biscuits. Rinsing mellows the sauerkraut. A mayonnaise-horseradish sauce gives it a zippy new flavor that blends well with the sausage and cheese. -- posted by Lorac

Polish Doughnuts - Paczki

Tue, 11 Mar 2003 19:59:57 -0500

There are many recipes for Paczki. Some call for 10-20 egg yolks, grated orange or lemon rind, cream, rum or vodka. This is a simplified version flavored with mace. My Polish grandmother made her own plum jam from the trees in her yard but you can use your favorite. Posted by request. Prep time is estimated and includes rising time. -- posted by Lorac

Zaremba Stew - Now This is to Die For!

Thu, 20 Mar 2003 20:07:29 -0500

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Chrusciki- Bow Knots

Thu, 20 Mar 2003 20:07:56 -0500

These Polish cookies are very time consuming to make. It's a great help to have a bunch of your favorite family members to help! They are very flavorful and rich. This recipe makes hundreds of cookies. Literally. But they are worth it in the end. The cognac can easily be omitted entirely But why bother! You can cut the kneading time down by using a food processor! Use a couple of pans for frying to make it go faster! (Assembly line)! Cook time is 1 minute per batch of cookies! -- posted by ~Rita~

Easter Soup

Thu, 03 Apr 2003 20:02:02 -0500

Part of our Polish Easter tradition. The slightly sour soup broth is made from the kielbasa cooking water and is served with sliced sausage and the hard boiled Easter eggs. The original version uses kvass made by soaking oatmeal and rye bread in water, instead of the vinegar. We pass around horseradish, rye bread, kielbasa and eggs and everyone adds what they want to their dish of broth. You will either love it or hate it. Prep time does not include refrigeration. -- posted by Lorac

Apple Cake with a Crumble Topping

Fri, 18 Apr 2003 20:09:31 -0400

This is posted as a request recipe and I have not cooked this, looking at it I would add some raisins. Maybe the apples could be sliced thinly instead of shredded. -- posted by Pets'R'us

Polish-American Cabbage Pie

Thu, 08 May 2003 20:05:48 -0400

This is a wonderful example of American born cooks recreation of their Polish mothers or grandmothers cooking. My grandmother never used a written recipe, she measured with her hands, fingers and eyes. The amount of cabbage is my eyeball measurement of a head of chopped cabbage. -- posted by Lorac

Polish Dill Pickle Soup

Mon, 30 Jun 2003 20:06:38 -0400

Polish peasants lived off the land and were very inventive in using whatever was available. If my grandmother made this she would have used heavy cream instead of the milk and flour. This recipe is posted by request from "The Art of Polish Cooking" -- posted by Lorac

Polish Summer Barshch (Borscht)

Mon, 30 Jun 2003 20:06:48 -0400

A delicious change from the usual cold summer soups. Posted by request from the "Art of Polish Cooking". -- posted by Lorac

Homemade Potato and Cheese Pierogies / Old Fashioned Perogies

Mon, 14 Jul 2003 20:03:43 -0400

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Homemade Sauerkraut Pierogies / Perogies - Old Fashioned Recipe

Mon, 14 Jul 2003 20:03:48 -0400

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Homemade Cottage Cheese Pierogies / Perogies - the Old Fashioned

Mon, 14 Jul 2003 20:03:53 -0400

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Pierogies - Homemade, Another Variation

Mon, 14 Jul 2003 20:04:00 -0400

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Polish Beets

Tue, 15 Jul 2003 20:03:37 -0400

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Polish Stew

Tue, 15 Jul 2003 20:03:40 -0400

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Roasted Asparagus With Lemon

Thu, 24 Jul 2003 20:05:03 -0400

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Polish Dill Pickles - Canned

Thu, 11 Sep 2003 19:59:52 -0400

My Polish grandmother didn't use a recipe because she could remember the ratio of salt to water and processing time. This recipe uses 1/2 bushel cucumbers. A bushel is a "volume" measurement, 1/2 equals 4 gallons or 16 quarts. I cut the top off a gallon milk jug to "measure" the volume of cucumbers I have to determine the amount of brine and pickling solution I will need. After experimenting with other recipes, Dill Pickles from "Treasured Polish Recipes" are as I remembered my Nana's - dill not sour or spicy. If you aren't into canning - try Nana's - Polish Dill Pickles made in a Crock#36431 Prep time INCLUDES over night brining. -- posted by Lorac

Nana's Yellow (Wax) String Beans

Fri, 03 Oct 2003 20:00:48 -0400

My Polish grandmother never used recipes. This so simple dish was the most difficult to duplicate because of it's simplicity. There are versions of this in Polish cookbooks using bread crumbs but they lacked the slightly sweet, butter baked flavor of cracker crumbs that accent the mild taste of the yellow beans. I haven't posted this recipe before because it sounds "too simple" but it's one of my most favorite! -- posted by Lorac

Savory Sausage and Sauerkraut Skillet

Tue, 21 Oct 2003 20:00:26 -0400

A cold weather favorite. It is so easy and yet filling and flavorful. Good served with pierogi or even baked beans. -- posted by Guava Girl

George's Halushki

Thu, 13 Nov 2003 20:00:25 -0500

My grandmother's gentleman friend used to cook this for me quite often and I really loved it! The sweetness of the cabbage is wonderful. This is also a low cost vegetarian meal. Grill or broil a meat for a balanced supper. -- posted by Michelle Kasper

Halupki (stuffed cabbage rolls)

Thu, 11 Dec 2003 20:01:02 -0500

My Grandmother Matilda Koval makes these....and they really warm you on a cold night. Searve with mashed potatoes. These freeze well, and also taste better served the next day! -- posted by Leslie O

Crock Pot Russian Beef Borscht

Wed, 31 Dec 2003 19:59:47 -0500

A slow cooked hearty dinner soup. Lovely to come home to on a cold winter's day. You can prepare the ingredients the night before if you wish. -- posted by Lorac

Polish Potato Salad

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 20:00:14 -0500

This is from my Taste of Home cookbook and its very good. I think its quite a twist on potato salad. -- posted by southern chef in louisiana

Polish Sausage (Kielbasa) Soup

Tue, 03 Feb 2004 20:00:13 -0500

You can use from 1-3 pounds of sausage depending on your tastes. I love dipping buttered rye bread in the soup - must be my Polish genes. -- posted by Lorac

Polish Bigos / Hunter's Stew

Mon, 16 Feb 2004 20:00:15 -0500

Hearty Heart warming comfort food. Serve with good rye bread. The secret of Bigos is that it gets better as it's reheated. The more it heated the better it gets. I like cooking it most the day.This is a great make ahead meal. -- posted by ~Rita~

Kielbasa With Sauerkraut, Carrots, White Beans and Dill

Sun, 06 Jun 2004 19:59:44 -0400

An original recipe inspired by my Polish grandmother's cooking. For a milder flavor, you can rinse and drain the sauerkraut. I serve this with crusty rye bread. -- posted by Lorac

Stuffed Kielbasa

Tue, 06 Jul 2004 20:00:06 -0400

Another comfort food recipe using three favorites, kielbasa, garlic mashed potatoes and sauerkraut. I used a 4 oz. pkg. of potatoes and it was plenty. I also think I would use cheddar next time as the mozzarella vanished. Found this on Allrecipes website. -- posted by surus

Hearty Kielbasa Stew

Mon, 06 Sep 2004 20:00:15 -0400

A tummy filling one pot meal - just add some rye bread for dunking in the sauce. -- posted by Lorac

Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Golabki / Golumkies / Golumpkis)

Wed, 09 Feb 2005 19:57:47 -0500

Easy and yummy. Even my husband who hates cabbage thinks these are great. High in Iron and Protein, and Vitamins A, B, & C. Can also be made in the crockpot instead of oven, just place rolls seasmside down in crockpot, pour in sauce, cover and cook on LOW 8-10 hours. -- posted by littleturtle

Ruskie Pierogi (Pierogi With Cheese & Potato Filling)

Fri, 25 Feb 2005 14:56:58 -0500

A popular Polish dish similar to dumplings or ravioli. pronounced pyeh-RAW-ghee (this is the plural form, just one is called pierog, but they're so good you'll almost never eat just one.) Pierogi can be made with a wide variety of fillings, but the most common are minced cooked meat, sauerkraut & mushrooms, cheese and potatoes, sweet cheese (usually with a touch of vanilla) and blueberries (in summer). Other fillings include buckwheat groats, potatoes & onions and lentils. Common toppings include fried fat-back nuggets, sour cream, melted butter or butter-browned bread crumbs. -- posted by littleturtle

Easy Cheesy Kielbasa & Noodle Casserole

Fri, 25 Feb 2005 14:56:59 -0500

Easy and delicious. -- posted by littleturtle

Polish Pierogi (Sauerkraut & Meat Filling)

Fri, 25 Feb 2005 14:56:59 -0500

Pierogi with garlic, mushroom & sauerkraut filling -- posted by littleturtle

Schab Wieprzowy Po Polsku (Polish Roast Pork With Caraway)

Fri, 04 Mar 2005 20:00:01 -0500

A simple, satisfying Polish dish. -- posted by littleturtle

Potato Pierogies

Wed, 09 Mar 2005 20:00:47 -0500

I used to help my mother make pierogies every spring for Easter and every fall for Thanksgiving.. they're time consuming to make, but well worth the effort! -- posted by Laura Elisabeth

Pierogi Z Kapusty (Pierogi W/ Sauerkraut & Mushroom Filling)

Sun, 13 Mar 2005 20:00:03 -0500

A popular Polish dish similar to dumplings or ravioli. Pronounced pyeh-RAW-ghee (this is the plural form, not pierogies, just one is called pierog, but they're so good you'll almost never eat just one.) Pierogi can be made with a wide variety of fillings, but the most common are minced cooked meat, sauerkraut and mushrooms, cheese and potatoes (known as ruskie/Ruthenian pierogi), sweet cheese (usually with a touch of vanilla) and blueberries (in summer). Other fillings include buckwheat groats, potatoes and onions and lentils. Toppings include fried fat-back nuggets, sour cream, melted butter or butter-browned bread crumbs. -- posted by littleturtle

Mazurek Migdalowy or Orzechowy (Almond or Walnut Mazurka)

Mon, 11 Apr 2005 16:46:04 -0400

Polish Easter Cookies. A softer version of shortbread, topped with almonds and cut into serving-sized squares. There is a variety of traditional toppings. Mazurka is usually colourfully iced and decorated with jam, nuts and raisins. Other decorations could be eggs done in icing, willow branches made of marzipan, chocolate flowers, or "Alleluja" or "Wesolego Alleluja" (equivalent to Happy Easter) spelled out in almonds. Also called mazurek wielkanocny (Easter mazurka, pronounced mah-ZOO-rek bi-el-ka-NUTS-ny); traditionally mazurek is only served as part of the breakfast feast after Easter Mass. Will keep for 2-3 weeks in a tightly covered container. -- posted by littleturtle

Krupnik (Polish Vegetable Barley Soup)

Sun, 17 Apr 2005 21:06:17 -0400

Soup is an essential part of the main meal of the day in Poland. Krupnik is a popular soup made of barley in rich chicken stock with vegetables and chunks of meat, garnished with sour cream. -- posted by littleturtle

Paszteciki (Polish Pasties)

Mon, 18 Apr 2005 16:53:21 -0400

Pronounced pahsh-teh-CHEE-kee; just one is a pasztecik. Great peasant food dating back to the 1700's. Paszteciki are hot, savory, hand-held pastries usually served with clear soup, especially barszcz, typically filled with meat and/or mushrooms or sauerkraut & mushrooms. There is also a vegetarian version filled with rice, eggs, and onion and seasoned with dill. -- posted by littleturtle

Zrazy Zawijane (polish Beef Roulade in Sour Cream Sauce)

Wed, 20 Apr 2005 19:14:47 -0400

Pronounced ZRAH-zih zah-vee-YAH-neh. Also called bitki (BEET-kee). A favorite dish of the Old Polish nobility that has remained popular to this day throughout Eastern Europe; quite similar to rouladen served just across the border in Germany. Zrazy is a generic name for meat rolled around any of a variety of fillings, browned and braised until tender. This recipe is for thin slices of steak spread with mustard and filled with a bread, onion, and mushroom stuffing. Traditionally served with boiled rice or kasza (buckwheat) topped with extra sauce, but also great with potato dumplings and steamed asparagus. -- posted by littleturtle

Duszona Wolowina W Potrawce Grzybowej (Polish Braised Beef)

Wed, 20 Apr 2005 19:14:48 -0400

Polish braised beef with mushroom stuffing in a sour cream sauce. -- posted by littleturtle

Pierogi Leniwe (Lazy Polish Ravioli) (Sweet Cheese Version)

Wed, 20 Apr 2005 19:14:50 -0400

Thick and delicious pasta dumplings with the filling mixed right into the dough so you don't have to stuff them. Pronounced pyeh-RAW-ghee (this is the plural form, just one is called pierog, but they're so good you'll almost never eat just one.) This sweet cheese version topped with butter-browned bread crumbs makes for an interesting dessert, but also makes a nice light lunch. -- posted by littleturtle

Rustic Country Loaf

Thu, 21 Apr 2005 20:48:24 -0400

After reading the posts in the Eastern European Forum and having my mouth water all day I went to the library. Being Polish I looked for any polish cookbooks I could find. There were not many on the shelf but found The New Polish Cuisine by Chef Michael J. Baruch. Now I can add even more recipes to my Polish cookbook here on zaar!! Thank you so much for creating the Eastern European Forum!!! -- posted by Lauralie41

Crock Pot Stuffed Cabbage Soup

Fri, 22 Apr 2005 17:15:06 -0400

A nice, easy dinner served with buttered rye bread. The wonderful flavor of stuffed cabbage without all the fuss. -- posted by littleturtle

Polish Kapusta Kielbasa

Fri, 15 Jul 2005 19:45:46 -0400

So easy! Kapusta is a Polish kielbasa sausage dish that is even better the second day. Paired with crusty bread, dinner is served! -- posted by SmHerndon

Polish Plum Dumplings

Mon, 18 Jul 2005 17:02:19 -0400

These were a great favourite of mine as a child; after all, how often did we get to have something yummy with fruit for a main course? I make them in late summer when fresh prune plums are plentiful but they can also be made with apricots. Please note that the time required for the dough to rest is included in the cooking time. -- posted by Irmgard

Polish Fry Bread

Mon, 15 Aug 2005 21:16:27 -0400

I dont know the proper name for these yummy treats, but I was told they are polish. My great aunts neighbor makes them for us every year for our family reunion. She must make at least 4 batches of them. We all just about inhale them. They are so good! The neighbor lady gave me the recipe this year. She was so nice! Times and yield are estimated. -- posted by Chef Patience

Lecho

Tue, 06 Sep 2005 17:56:36 -0400

Hello. This is a healthy and delicious meal I made very often (sometimes even omitting Kielbasa). The only thing is I never measure the ingredients so please feel to adjust the amount of ingredients if you feel like it. This dish I know from Poland so I am not sure whether it is an orginal Lecho. -- posted by Bileczka22

Pork Chops (Kotlet Schabowy)

Tue, 20 Sep 2005 10:10:55 -0400

I was brought up in a Polish Home and breaded our chops with flour. You can use breadcrumbs in the second coating if prefered. Lovely topped with with sauteed mushrooms and onions! The rib chops are located next to the blade chops at the rib end of the loin. They contain some fat but are tender, juicy and very flavorful. -- posted by ~Rita~

Polish Dill Pickle Soup

Tue, 20 Sep 2005 10:21:33 -0400

Memories! An other dish my Momma made! Yes jar pickles are used! Very Inexpensive for when times are hard! Instant flour http://www.ochef.com/21.htm -- posted by ~Rita~

Barszcz Beet Soup

Tue, 20 Sep 2005 10:29:22 -0400

Polish soup pronounced Barstch is served on Christmas Eve.(A few dried mushroom pieces can be added for extra flavor--optional). My family loves putting a scoop of mashed potatoes right into the soup. Garnish any way you enjoy. -- posted by ~Rita~

Potato Pancakes Polish

Tue, 18 Oct 2005 15:25:15 -0400

These can be served with sour cream or apple sauce. As a side or appetizer. My Mom made them in a blender but I think grating them is more time consuming but you'll get a better texture. I'm posting these for world tour and because my DH's requesting them! -- posted by ~Rita~

Spoon Bread a La Scharf Family

Mon, 07 Nov 2005 20:21:06 -0500

This recipe was handed down by my grandfather and then my father. However, all the quantities are a little bit of this and a pinch of that. Have done my best to do it justice by measuring out the ingredients. I hope it comes out all right! I am sure it can be made with low-fat ingredients and it won't affect the taste, too much. -- posted by Manami

Sweet and Sour Cabbage Soup

Sun, 13 Nov 2005 20:35:44 -0500

This is real comfort food! It is easy to prepare and oh so yummy. Recipe courtesy: Sara Moulton, 2003 - Television Food Network. -- posted by Manami

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Galumkis or Galumkis)

Mon, 28 Nov 2005 21:38:41 -0500

Saw Tyler Florence make these on one of his shows. They looked very interesting, the end result has been tweaked and changed a bit. They now remind me of the Cabbage Rolls at my mother's house. These are very good and sweet & sour! They are also made with Brown Sugar Splenda. Just a little reminder, these taste better the next day. -- posted by Manami

Homemade Polish Sausage (Kielbasa)

Wed, 04 Jan 2006 16:47:46 -0500

This recipe sounds more like the fresh kielbasa we get from the Polish butcher than any other recipe I have come across. Unlike the smoked version, this needs to be cooked thoroughly. You can roast the kielbasa at 425°F for 45 minutes or simmer it in water for 30 minutes. -- posted by Lorac

Kielbasa Potatoes, Onions & Carrots

Wed, 04 Jan 2006 20:36:52 -0500

This hearty one dish meal consists of kielbasa, potatoes, onions & carrots that is baked in beer till tender soft. Flavored with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, peppercorns and bay leaf. I used a mixture of sweet potatoes and white potatoes use what you prefer. -- posted by ~Rita~

Mock Pierogi

Tue, 21 Feb 2006 14:40:22 -0500

This dish was inspired by Giada. I grew up in a Polish neighborhood, but never was taught the trade (but ate at anybody's house that served them, LOL). This simple shortcut version provides all of the taste and charm of the dish. It makes 2 batches, one for now and one to freeze. -- posted by Dawnab

Cheese Danish

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 17:40:31 -0500

OH IT'S SO GOOD -- posted by Chef #217139 H Forst

Polish Crock Pot Sauerkraut

Thu, 06 Apr 2006 19:19:58 -0400

This dish was always showing up at pot luck dinners when I was a kid. I could eat whole bowls of this stuff and never get tired of it. -- posted by Bippie

Polish Chocolate Cream (Kisiel Czekoladowy) or Vanilla Cream

Thu, 06 Apr 2006 21:25:25 -0400

Easy, elegant dessert. For Vanilla Cream (Kisiel Smietankowy) just leave out the chocolate from the ingredient list and steps 1 & 3 in the directions. -- posted by littleturtle

Potato, Mushroom, Onion & Cheese Pierogies & ..........

Fri, 07 Apr 2006 13:34:43 -0400

This recipe was originally courtesy of Tyler Florence from the Food Network.com but have used it as my base recipe and then tweaked a "bit" here and there and these were the end results. It took awhile but here it is! -- posted by Manami

My Polish(Easter) Kielbasa Soup

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 20:31:10 -0400

This is the soup we referred to as borscht. It wasn't until I was full grown that I found out it isn't referred to as borscht by anybody else! LOL This, like all other soups, tastes better reheated. When storing this soup, keep broth and potatoes in one container, kielbasa in another, and hardboiled eggs separately from both. I couldn't put number of servings because it depends on your appetite! P.S. I finally found 2 others, here on Zaar, who also refers to this as borscht! Yeah! -- posted by Nana Lee

Paczki (Polish "jelly" Doughnuts)

Wed, 24 May 2006 22:00:18 -0400

These are usually served just before the beginning of Lent. If you don't have a good old-fashioned bakery nearby, or you want to try your hand at making these treats, here recipe and tips on paczki-making from Polish Heritage Cookery. Prep time does not include rising time, and the cooking time is for 1 batch. The number of doughnuts bepends on size made and size of cutter used. Save the egg whites for another project. I've added a note about egg white recipes. -- posted by Nana Lee

Polish Pockets - Pitas

Tue, 30 May 2006 12:34:52 -0400

Polish Pitas Pockets? Yup! Sounded good to me, and certainly easy to make. -- posted by Nana Lee

Momma's Simple Grilled Chicken Stroganoff

Mon, 24 Jul 2006 21:33:43 -0400

This delicious meal is a source of protein and is very good for those that may not have beef at hand or are just trying to get rid of last nights grilled chicken breast. -- posted by Momma's Good Cookin

Noodles, Cabbage and Onions - Halushki

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 17:57:49 -0400

There must be dozens recipes out there, all made by their grandmother's and mother's, who were Polish,Ukranian, Hungarian, Russian or from others who have some other Eastern European background, but I decided I would add mine which my grandfather, from Rumania, used to make with me in our home in Cuba. My father would just melt when I made this and we served it with brisket and gravy, not that the dish needed anything else. In spite of what the directions may seem this is a quickie noodle dish. UPDATE: 12/27/07 just made this again and I used microwaveable(sp) turkey bacon(special request)and I used crushed red pepper flakes and it was great! We enjoyed it so much and I still would like more since I am only allowed a bite!!! "UP-UPDATE" 04/18/09 - have corrected the tiny grammatical error, thanks for the tip! ;) -- posted by Manami

Breakfast Kabobs

Mon, 07 Aug 2006 13:54:25 -0400

My DBF is a trucker and when I ride with him we frequent the truck stops. I got hooked on kielbasa for breakfast from the truck stop buffets. This is a great recipe for a change of pace breakfast. We like it with French toast or pancakes. -- posted by LAURIE

Sauerkraut

Sun, 03 Sep 2006 21:21:23 -0400

Well certain things are handed down the generations. This recipe is from the old world drinking and cigar club. It is very good and the conversation always spin on whether it is the gin, white wine, or vermouth which really makes this a great recipe. I can never tell the difference, but it spins up the older generation and makes for good evening conversation. -- posted by Country Chef

Anita's Polish Pierogies

Mon, 08 Jan 2007 15:37:01 -0500

PLEASE READ THE RECIPE THROUGH TO THE END BEFORE MAKING IT AS THERE ARE SOME THINGS YOU CAN DO AHEAD OF TIME My friend Anita from Canada sent me this recipe. I love how easy this recipe is to make. It is utterly delicious on a cold winter day. If you want to make this a vegan recipe you can substitute the butter for vegan margarine, the cheese for soy or almond cheese and leave out the turkey bacon or use soy bacon. -- posted by Chef Joey Z.

Golabki

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 13:07:55 -0500

Ethnic food- Polish cabbage rolls -- posted by Chef #433820

Kielbasa, Cabbage, Potato & Onion Diversity Casserole

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 21:59:11 -0500

My MOST DELICIOUS casserole recipe is a combination of German, Irish, Polish, and Cajun influences. This ultimate comfort food soothes the cockles of my little multi-ethnic tummy 8-) -- posted by Pèllerin

Grandma Star's Pot Pie (Chicken & Dumplings)

Mon, 05 Feb 2007 22:57:22 -0500

This is my Polish grandma's recipe, taught to her by her mother. She never wrote down recipes, which forced us to spend even more time with her, learning her recipes (no one ever complained about that though), but also had the unfortunate (for you) effect of none of us writing down the recipes either, so most measurements below are estimates. It is a little time-consuming, as everything is made from scratch, but it is good to whip up on a Sunday afternoon in January. You can also not make the dumplings and just serve the broth with other egg noodles. -- posted by ksduffster

Chicken Paprikash

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 23:51:44 -0400

This is from 365 Low Fat Meals -- posted by dicentra

Authentic Bigos

Mon, 16 Jul 2007 22:51:05 -0400

This is Poland's national dish. A very filling stew. -- posted by Engineer in the Kitchen

Halushki - Cabbage and Noodles

Wed, 05 Sep 2007 13:08:48 -0400

A simple, yet hearty eastern European dish that is a family favorite. The cheese mixture is indescribable. This dish can be prepared a day or two in advance, then baked just before serving. It also doubles or triples very well for holiday feasts or large parties. -- posted by Michael Wodnicki

Lorac's Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 21:47:09 -0400

Stuffed cabbage rolls can be eaten as a one dish meal. Spoon some of the juices and tomato pieces over each roll. We also like them with mashed potatoes and they work well with rice. With the cabbage and tomato, no other veggie is needed. For step by step photos on making cabbage, please check out my turorial here http://www.recipezaar.com/bb/viewtopic.zsp?t=224914 -- posted by Lorac

Stove Top Smoked Kielbasa and Cabbage

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 20:05:30 -0400

I often make this for brunch -- it's a dish that's pretty easy to prepare and my brother and I both love it. I process my cabbage in the food processor and shred the cabbage about 3 or 4 times larger than I would for coleslaw. Using two canned chipotle peppers with the sauce that clings to them yields pretty good heat -- one is pretty much agreeable to everybody. This makes a very hearty meal. -- posted by Bone Man

Pierogies With Tomatoes, Caramelized Onions and Dill

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:52:04 -0400

An eastern European take on on ravioli, this Polish dish is just as comfortable with store bought cheese pierogies and a lively sauce of tomatoes, onions with dill & caraway seeds. This is comfort food alright! Gourmet Magazine, October, 2007. -- posted by Manami

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Sun, 21 Oct 2007 01:19:22 -0400

The porcini mushrooms in this recipe are substituted for prawdziwki, a similar Polish variety. Cook time includes soaking mushrooms for an hour. Recipe courtesy Saveur. -- posted by Sandi (From CA)

Quick Chicken Soup With Buttermilk Dumplings

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 01:09:01 -0400

This childhood favorite takes a third of the time with equal success. Refrigerator biscuits make the dumplings. It really is very tasty and delicious. Cottage Living Magazine, 10/2007 issue. -- posted by Manami

Mediterranean Chicken

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 22:48:22 -0400

A healthy and delicious Mediterranean inspired chicken dish. -- posted by kyliecross

Chicken Soup to Die For

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:39:55 -0400

Old World Chicke Soup. My Great Grandma's recipe handed down from my Mom. -- posted by Iceman _ 142

Noodles & Bryndza

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:46:46 -0400

A quick Noodles & Cheese dish. Similar to a Polish dish made by my grandmother with a cheese called bryndza that's impossible to find. We called it stinky cheese cause we were kids... -- posted by Chef #635621

Reuben Sandwich

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 20:46:36 -0400

Easy and delicious!! -- posted by Stacia_

Kielbasa Skillet Supper

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:46:29 -0400

A delicious, hearty rib-sticking meal!!! Serve with crusty French bread slathered in butter, and a glass of cider or ale! Leftovers are great. Recipe is from my father, I've adapted it a wee bit. -- posted by BecR

Polish Dill Pickle Soup

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 18:51:31 -0400

I LOVE this recipe because it is a family gem, and my grandfather and I make this as frequently as we can. NEVER USE CANNED POTATOES. If you do it won't taste right. -- posted by Mary & Sandy

Pierogies With Kielbasa and Cabbage

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:08:45 -0500

This makes a simple but tasty weeknight meal. -- posted by Lainey6605

Cabbage and Noodles (Healthy Version)

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 01:42:34 -0500

This is a healthier version of the classic Eastern European dish from "Skinny Chef" Jennifer Iserloh. It has cottage cheese for extra protein and is hearty winter fare! -- posted by blucoat

Green Borscht

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:56:49 -0500

A healthy soup from Eastern Europe. Serve with black bread and creamy butter. Posted in response to a recipe request from an online source. -- posted by Molly53

Green Borscht - Zelany Borscht

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:59:09 -0500

Serve this healthy soup with delicious Russian black bread and creamy butter. Posted in response to a recipe request from an online source. -- posted by Molly53

Pork Chops Debreczyn's Style (Hungarian Pork Chops)

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 10:07:04 -0500

Simple and delicious Hungarian dish. Recipe by famous polish chef and traveler Robert Maklowicz. -- posted by Chef dgrze

Meatloaf, European-Style;

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:05:35 -0500

This is a typical Meatloaf found in eastern European kitchens and restaurants. My Dad who was a wonderful cook brought this with him when he came to America in the 20's. I've added the glaze when I started to prepare it myself. Also he used to use minced garlic, not the other type I now use. Remember to get lean ground pork. The pork I remembered seeing in the supermarkets had very visible pork fat. Try not to purchase that type. Buttered parslied potatoes and cucumber salad go especially well with this dish. You can use either a loaf pan or a 9x13. One tip said she used a loaf pan and was able to extract the grease before adding the glaze. Both pans are usable. See which one works best for you. -- posted by SarikaKisSzentem

Pierogies (Outstanding)

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:12:10 -0400

Being a small business owner, the holidays especially in the Northeast part of Pennsylvania are times for ethnic foods. One of them being Pierogies; Pirohis or whatever you know them by. This particular recipe includes the addition of sour cream which makes for a wonderfully soft dough. What I especially like about this recipe is that it is a very "forgiving" dough. Very easy to roll out and very easily prepared in a food processor. -- posted by SarikaKisSzentem

Polish Mushroom Barley Soup

Fri, 01 May 2009 03:06:35 -0400

From Mark Bittman's book, "The Best Recipes in the World". This recipe has only a handful of ingredients. If it were anyone except Bittman, I'd be worried that it meant a paucity of taste. However, it is Bittman, so although I don't expect this to be strongly flavored, I do expect it to be good and comforting. -- posted by Debbie R.

Cool Cucumber Salad With Sour Cream and Chives (Gurkensalat)

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:58:37 -0400

A cool and refreshing accompaniment to fish or meat dishes. Simple and good! From my mother and grandmother. -- posted by BecR

Stuffed Cabbage

Tue, 19 May 2009 17:52:23 -0400

This is a favorite with my family. It is so easy to make. Just whip up a side of mashed potatoes. Then your friends or family can top it off with the delicious gravy from this dish. This is a Polish recipe called {Galomki] and is great to serve anytime of the year. Just make plenty. The leftovers are great. This recipe will serve four big eaters or six small eaters. Double or triple for a crowd. It's great to take to a party. -- posted by Antoinette/Artist & Muralist

Pierogi Filling

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:48:21 -0400

I grew up on Mrs. T's, never knowing what a homemade pierogi tasted like. I still have love for Mrs. T's, but there is nothing like a homemade pierogi; it's the ultimate comfort food for me. I won't bother to put up a dough recipe since there are so many good ones out there but I will advise never to trust a pierogi dough recipe that doesn't call for sour cream. So here are my recipes for potato and cheese, cabbage, and meat fillings. I try to cut a few corners since making pierogies is an all day event. They are all my own creations with the exception of the hunter's seasoning mix which I found in a traditional polish cookbook called "Polish Holiday Cookery" by Robert Strybel. You can make your own mix by using the instructions below or order the seasoning mix from an online food exporter or specialty store. -- posted by OwlMonkey

Polish Pork Chops With Sauerkraut

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:34:07 -0400

This is a fantastic way to prepare pork chops. I've been doing it for years. For the apples, I usually use Granny Smiths, but you can use any apple that you'd normally eat on its own. DON'T use a cooking apple. You need a sweeter apple to balance with the sauerkraut. -- posted by Cluich

Polish Casserole

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:49:42 -0400

I saw this one-dish (actually two) meal made on a PBS fundraising show. it is delicious. Everyone who loves Polish sausage, cabbage, and pierogies, raves about this dish. Great for potlucks because it's so easy to prepare. -- posted by Polish Chick