Long Thin Cheese & Caraway Crescents Delicate, crispy on the outside, soft inside crescents flavored with creamy cheese and aromatic caraway seeds. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or to accompany
Sausage Wrapped Crescent Rolls Simple and delicious homemade crescent rolls wrapped around flavorful dried sausages, perfect as a snack or meal accompaniment. ⏲️ Prep Time: 1 hr 20 min (including
SUPER SOFT CRESCENTS WITH A THIN CRISPY CRUST Deliciously soft inside with a light, crisp crust — perfect plain, for sandwiches, or any time! The secret to their fluffiness lies
DELICATE ALMOND VANILLA CRESCENTS Almost missed them due to poor quality parchment paper, but thankfully these delicate almond vanilla crescents came out perfect — soft, buttery, with a lovely aroma
SOFT ROLLS FILLED WITH COLORFUL TURKISH DELIGHT Using the same dough as the poppy seed rolls, these soft, flaky rolls are filled with vibrant pieces of Turkish delight (rahat). A
GRANDMA’S TRADITIONAL WALNUT-FILLED CORNS A time-honored recipe, passed down through generations, traditionally made after the pig slaughter. These cornulets are tender, flavorful, and worth every minute spent preparing them. ⏲️
FLUFFY POPPY SEED ROLLS WITH LIGHT, PASTRY-LIKE DOUGH Delicate, flaky rolls filled with a sweet poppy seed cream. Perfect for cozy evenings with a warm cup of milk. Inspired by
MINI CHOCOLATE RUGELACH – JEWISH-STYLE BUTTERY CROISSANTS Delicate, flaky, and irresistibly tender mini croissants filled with a rich chocolate-cinnamon mixture. Perfectly bite-sized and ideal for making ahead, freezing, and baking
TRADITIONAL ROMANIAN FILLED CORNULEȚI (WALNUT AND JAM FILLED PASTRIES) Delicate, buttery pastries with a tender crumb and generous fillings of thick plum jam, spiced walnut, Turkish delight, or quince marmalade.
CLASSIC FRENCH SUNDAY ROASTED COQUELET WITH CREAMY MUSTARD SAUCE Succulent roast coquelet with perfectly crisp, honey-glazed skin and juicy meat, including the breast. Served with a luscious mustard-lemon cream sauce
ROASTED COQUELET FOR TWO WITH AROMATIC CHICKPEAS A quick and protein-packed dinner featuring a tender roasted coquelet (small chicken) seasoned with turmeric and served alongside flavorful chickpeas sautéed with onions,
COQ AU VIN – MY VERSION WITH RED WINE SAUCE, BACON, AND MUSHROOMS A delicious twist on the classic French dish, featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich red
DARK CHOCOLATE WALNUT COOKIES WITH CHOCOLATE CHUNKS Natural energy boosters with rich dark chocolate, crunchy walnuts, and luscious chocolate chunks. Soft, chewy, and indulgent—perfect for a delicious treat with a
EASY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES These cookies require minimal effort to prepare and turn out deliciously soft and tender. Perfect for a quick homemade treat! ⏲️ Prep Time: 15 min 🍳
MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE SAUTÉED CAULIFLOWER WITH HERBS AND LEMON A fresh, vibrant cauliflower dish infused with Mediterranean flavors—turmeric, oregano, garlic, fresh herbs, and lemon juice. Quick to prepare and packed with bright,
INDIAN-STYLE SPICED CAULIFLOWER AND PEAS A quick and flavorful sautéed cauliflower and peas dish infused with aromatic Indian spices and fresh ginger. Perfect as a light side or vegetarian main,
SPANISH-STYLE FLAVORED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHORIZO AND ALMONDS A vibrant Spanish-inspired cauliflower dish sautéed with spicy chorizo, aromatic spices, toasted almonds, and a splash of lemon juice. Rich, smoky, and flavorful—perfect
SMOKED PAPRIKA ROASTED CAULIFLOWER – A FLAVORFUL MULTIFUNCTIONAL DISH Inspired by a versatile smoked paprika seasoning blend, this roasted cauliflower recipe is perfect for carnivores and cauliflower skeptics alike. Lightly
BAKED CAULIFLOWER WITH CHEESE AND CREAM A simple and comforting baked cauliflower dish layered with breadcrumbs, cheese, and sour cream. Creamy, cheesy, and golden on top — perfect as a
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH SPICED COUSCOUS A simple, flavorful dish combining lightly roasted, spiced cauliflower with aromatic vegetable couscous. Made with inexpensive, wholesome ingredients, this meal highlights the power of seasoning
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH HERBS AND BUTTER A simple yet flavorful side dish featuring tender cauliflower florets tossed in herb-infused melted butter, roasted until golden and aromatic. Feel free to customize
CONFIT DUCK LEGS WITH HOMEMADE HERB SALT Confit is one of the oldest meat preservation methods. While the French favor duck or goose legs, Romanians traditionally preserve pork meat in
CONFIT CHICKEN GIZZARDS (AND HEARTS) Slow-cooked confit chicken gizzards (and optionally hearts) become melt-in-the-mouth tender, perfect for salads, sandwiches, skewers, or sautéed with mushrooms and herbs. The rendered fat can
TURKISH-STYLE SPICE MIX FOR STEWS, GRILLS, AND PILAFS A fragrant and warming Turkish-inspired spice blend perfect for vegetable stews, grilled beef or lamb, meatballs, eggplant or chicken kebabs, pilafs, green
HOMEMADE TUSCAN HERB SEASONING – VERSATILE SPICE BLEND A robust and aromatic herb blend inspired by Tuscan flavors, perfect for seasoning chicken, pork (especially ribs), lamb, potatoes, beans, and more.
