First reason: hard versus soft wheat I love using European flour! More than half of U.S. flour is made from the hard red variety. In Poland on the other hand, majority of wheat is the soft type. The main difference between the two types is gluten. The hard red type of wheat popular in the U.S. contains […]
Pastries
Apple Galette is a simple rustic pie baked without a form. When I’m in a rush and want to make a quick and delicious apple pie, Galette is my answer. Just throw a few simple ingredients into a bowl, combine them with your hands, add a few apples, and you’ve got a wonderful apple […]
Oy Babka! The ultimate in flavor and texture is pistachio and coconut Babka. The crunchy, moist, and velvety texture, paired with bursting nutty flavor makes this yeast cake a celebration in your mouth. Treat yourself to a homemade Babka When it comes to yeast cakes, nothing beats a Babka. I also like this dessert because […]
Lazy dumplings, or “leniwe” as they are called in Poland, are extremely easy to make. The word “leniwe” translates to lazy because these dumplings require very little effort to prepare. Leniwe or Lazy Dumplings are the ultimate Polish comfort food These plump diamond shaped dumplings bring back memories of my childhood. When I was a […]
Chocolate soufflé is one of my favorite chocolate desserts. I remember tasting my first chocolate soufflé in a fancy French restaurant. At first bite I was in love. It felt like eating a chocolate cloud with a gooey and warm center. This special dessert is also airy, moist, and extremely decadent. So when I crave for […]
