Baked Goods
Every lazy weekend morning can benefit from a warm piece of Presnac or Prijesnac, and a cup of kiselo mleko or yogurt. Feta cheese, kajmak, and fresh eggs make this souffle-like pastry a nostalgic experience. Did I mention this is child-friendly? No fuss, a few ingredients, and you’ve got yourself […]
Balkan winter food is something else let me tell you. Between the smoked meats, pickled veggies, heaps of sarma, and all the warm fluffy homemade breads it’s unlike anything else. The weather may be crumby outside, but the nostalgic memories of childhood these signature “winter foods” evoke the warmest, most […]
If you’re familiar with Serbian culture, then you’ll know the importance of Slava. If you’re unfamiliar, each family celebrates a Patron Saint and on that day an integral part of the ritual is the cutting of the Slavski KolaÄ, or Slava bread translated. The most important component is definitely the […]
Sometimes nothing beats an old-fashioned pogaÄa to warm the soul. Soft, pillowy, and in this case stuffed with tasty deli meats and cheeses, this recipe is simple and delicious. Across the Balkans, but especially in Serbia, a pogaÄa is very symbolic. Used in rituals for events like weddings, and baptisms, […]
There’s nothing like waking up to a mountain of Piroske on a warm summer morning back home. Warm, soft, and bursting with feta cheese, these are one of our favorite breakfasts. I remember when my brother and I would go back home for summer break and would grab one of […]
A staple recipe for me is one that finds itself at both formal and casual tables, regardless of occasion. One of those is definitely cornbread and in recent years the muffin-shaped kind have been the most popular way to serve it. Of course there is the plain variety, and then […]
Every so often I get a request to make my super easy buttery bread rolls. These requests usually take place as the weather starts to turn and more comfort foods find their way onto our table. Don’t get me wrong, these rolls are not only great with savory dishes. In […]
I’m still in a strawberry mood and looking for ways to incorporate one of my favorite fruits into as many recipes as possible while they are still in peak season and tasting delicious. I have a fantastic, tried and true banana bread recipe already but thought I’d share this strawberry […]
Here’s a recipe I’ve been making for over 10 years now. PogaÄice sa Ajvarom or soft delicious biscuits with Ajvar/roasted red pepper spread are such a treat. I love incorporating them into bread baskets for events or even serving them as a side to a cheese and meat board. Pairs […]
Pinwheels…round 2! Recently, I shared a recipe for pica pužiÄi/pizza pinwheels and they were a hit. In fact, quite a few of my followers have reached out since then and told me how much they’ve enjoyed them. My husband loves them so much that I’ve made them 4 times since […]