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    'H' is for Hungarian Hortobágy-i Crêpes
    Ildiko
    • Feb 25
    • 4 min

    'H' is for Hungarian Hortobágy-i Crêpes

    Savory Chicken Paprikas-stuffed crêpes are yet another decadent Hungarian dish to entice your palate. Your guests will surely beg for more!
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    Dumplings for Dessert?
    Ildiko
    • Nov 26, 2021
    • 4 min

    Dumplings for Dessert?

    Can you say Túrós Gombóc? That's Hungarian for AMAZING Farmer Cheese dessert dumpling! Very versatile, served with jam, cream, or fruit.
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    Gut it, Scale it, Keep it Whole! 🐟
    Ildiko
    • Oct 22, 2021
    • 4 min

    Gut it, Scale it, Keep it Whole! 🐟

    You may not have time for fishing, but you likely have time to make a fresh fish dinner. Buy a WHOLE fish!! Let your fishmonger do the prep!
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    Stuck on 'Stangli'
    Ildiko
    • Aug 20, 2021
    • 2 min

    Stuck on 'Stangli'

    Not all snacks are the same. Stangli, Hungarian cheese sticks, are the perfect balance of salt, cheese, and deliciousness. Get addicted!!
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    Greek Stuffed Vegetables 🍅🍆🌶
    Ildiko
    • Jul 30, 2021
    • 3 min

    Greek Stuffed Vegetables 🍅🍆🌶

    Time to 'Go Greek', again, and try these delicious, aromatic Stuffed Vegetables. Perfect with fresh eggplant, zucchini, tomato, and peppers.
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    Beach-body ready? Let's talk Salads!
    Ildiko
    • May 14, 2021
    • 4 min

    Beach-body ready? Let's talk Salads!

    SALADS & protein are MY summer Go-To. How about YOU? Check out these four easy, colorful, flavorful salads to accompany your summer meals.
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    Chicken Marsala: bring Sicily to your Home?
    Ildiko
    • Apr 23, 2021
    • 4 min

    Chicken Marsala: bring Sicily to your Home?

    A bottle of white, a bottle of red ... images of Italian dining are in our head! Chicken Marsala swaps Italian authenticity for rich flavor.
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    A Hungarian Apple Square is all I need ...
    Ildiko
    • Apr 2, 2021
    • 4 min

    A Hungarian Apple Square is all I need ...

    Not too sweet, a touch tart, refreshing, and light. Delicious Apple Squares are THE PERFECT, super easy-to-make dessert! You'll get hooked.
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    Kalács or Challah or Tsoureki ... pick the name!
    Ildiko
    • Mar 19, 2021
    • 4 min

    Kalács or Challah or Tsoureki ... pick the name!

    This simple internationally-loved sweet yeast bread is delicious both FRESH or LEFTOVER. Tempt yourself with creative ways to eat it up!
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    Hungarian Bean Soup with Smoked Hocks
    Ildiko
    • Feb 26, 2021
    • 3 min

    Hungarian Bean Soup with Smoked Hocks

    Delicious smoked meats, sausage, or ham are the marquee ingredients that set this hearty Hungarian bean soup apart from others.
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    No Stealing the Lamb Kleftiko!
    Ildiko
    • Feb 6, 2021
    • 4 min

    No Stealing the Lamb Kleftiko!

    Theft aside, this dish is not criminal. A combination of roasted leg of lamb, veggies, potatoes, and feta; all seasoned with a Greek touch!
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    Anyone a sucker for Kitchen Gadgets? Say 'I'
    Ildiko
    • Jan 9, 2021
    • 5 min

    Anyone a sucker for Kitchen Gadgets? Say 'I'

    The allure of kitchen gadgetry is difficult for Foodies to ignore. Like acquaintances we easily accumulate; like friends, we RELY on a FEW!
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    Walnut or Poppyseed Hungarian 'Beigli'
    Ildiko
    • Dec 22, 2020
    • 5 min

    Walnut or Poppyseed Hungarian 'Beigli'

    Add a sweet swirl to your holiday platter. These tasty & traditional walnut or poppyseed rolls are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
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    Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
    Ildiko
    • Dec 11, 2020
    • 5 min

    Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

    It's time for Goulash to SHARE the stage. The holidays are the perfect time to try Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, another classic Hungarian dish!
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    Buffalo Chicken Roll-ups are Fire!🔥
    Ildiko
    • Nov 20, 2020
    • 4 min

    Buffalo Chicken Roll-ups are Fire!🔥

    Craving variety? I have just the dish to add ZING to your monotonous dinners. If you like Buffalo Wings, then you will LOVE these roll-ups.
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    Mutabal, a Smoky Eggplant Dip
    Ildiko
    • Oct 30, 2020
    • 4 min

    Mutabal, a Smoky Eggplant Dip

    Add this silky, smoky EGGPLANT dip to YOUR Mezze Platter. Pairs exceptionally with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
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    Osso buco, a Milanese Classic!
    Ildiko
    • Oct 2, 2020
    • 5 min

    Osso buco, a Milanese Classic!

    This classic Italian veal stew is ideal comfort food for these cooler, tumultuous evenings. Serve it Milanese-style, over Saffron risotto!
    346 views0 comments
    Homemade Pasta with Fresh Basil Pesto! 🌿
    Ildiko
    • Sep 11, 2020
    • 5 min

    Homemade Pasta with Fresh Basil Pesto! 🌿

    Don't close out the summer without harvesting your basil and preparing authentic Genoese Pesto. Delicious over fresh, homemade Tagliatelle!
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    Pastitsio, aka "Greek Lasagna"
    Ildiko
    • Aug 28, 2020
    • 5 min

    Pastitsio, aka "Greek Lasagna"

    A delicious GREEK comfort food, similar to lasagna, but Better! 🤫 Open a nice bottle of wine, pull out some olives and feta, and Enjoy!
    1,720 views0 comments
    Crêpes, savory or sweet?? You pick!
    Ildiko
    • Aug 14, 2020
    • 7 min

    Crêpes, savory or sweet?? You pick!

    The crêpes are simple but the fillings make them luscious! From savory and hearty to sweet and delectable ... whatever YOUR taste fancies.
    178 views0 comments
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