Southern Smothered Chicken Recipe 🍗 Ingredients: For the chicken: 4–6 bone-in chicken thighs, drumsticks or wings (like in the photo). 1 ½ tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder ½ teaspoon of paprika ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 1 cup of all-purpose flour for dredging. ½ cup vegetable […]
Zucchini Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Moist, tender, and full of warm spice—this zucchini cake is topped with a creamy frosting that makes every bite irresistible! Ingredients: 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium, excess moisture squeezed out) ADVERTISEMENT 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon […]
Baked Pork Chops & Potatoes Gratin Ingredients: 4-6 pork chops (thick cut, bone-in or boneless) 4 large potatoes (peeled & thinly sliced) 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix) 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half 2 cloves garlic (minced) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or thyme/oregano mix) […]
 Hungarian Crepes (Palacsinta)  Ingredients (Makes about 10–12 crepes): 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour 2 large eggs 1 cup (240 ml) milk ½ cup (120 ml) sparkling water or regular water 1 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter 1 pinch salt Optional: 1 tsp sugar and ½ tsp vanilla extract (for sweet version)  Instructions: Make […]
 Classic Mediterranean-Style Seafood Stew Ingredients:2 tbsp olive oil1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 red bell pepper, diced1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes2 tbsp tomato paste1/2 cup dry white wine (or seafood broth)3 cups seafood or chicken broth1 tsp smoked paprika1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)Salt and black pepper, to taste1/2 lb mussels or clams, […]
Absolutely! Here’s a beloved traditional recipe for Hungarian Kiffles (Kifli or Kifles) — delicate, flaky pastries filled with fruit preserves, nuts, or poppy seeds, and shaped into small crescent rolls. They’re a staple at Hungarian Christmas tables, weddings, and celebrations.  Hungarian Kiffles (Kifli / Kifles)  Ingredients For the dough: 250 g (2 sticks / 1 cup) unsalted […]
Absolutely—Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage (Töltött Káposzta)  is a beloved dish found on every Hungarian holiday table, from Christmas to family gatherings. Tender cabbage leaves are filled with a savory pork-and-rice mixture, then simmered slowly in a paprika-spiked sauerkraut-tomato sauce until meltingly soft and deeply flavorful. This is old-world comfort food at its finest! Here’s a traditional, authentic recipe: […]
You’re about to enjoy a classic, hearty Hungarian comfort dish: Hungarian Sausage with Sauerkraut and Potatoes  — known locally as Kolbász savanyĂş káposztával Ă©s krumplival. It’s rustic, flavorful, and soul-warming — a true farmhouse favorite, perfect for cold days or when you just want something simple and satisfying.  Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) Hungarian smoked sausage (kolbász – use Gyulai, […]
No-Knead Cranberry & Herb Bread with Garlic ButterIngredients:3 cups all-purpose flour1 ½ tsp salt½ tsp instant yeast1 cup dried cranberries1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)1 ½ cups warm waterFor the Garlic Butter:4 tbsp unsalted butter2 garlic cloves, mincedPinch of salt1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)Directions:In […]
Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Bake – Rich, Cozy, and Full of Flavor! A warm, creamy dish packed with juicy chicken, earthy mushrooms, and gooey cheese—perfect for a cozy dinner. Ingredients: 3 large chicken breasts, halved Salt and pepper 1 tbsp olive oil 4 tbsp butter (divided) 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced […]