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'Tulumbe' fried Syrupy Pastries
Tulumbe remind of churros by their shape, except they're dunk in syrup and the dough contains eggs (like profiteroles' dough). They are very popular in Turkey, Greece and Eastern Balkan countries.I...
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Spaghetti with Baby Octopus and Olives
First attempt in preparing baby octopus!Ingredients:1 kg baby octopus, cleaned ( frozen baby octopus OK)4 garlic cloves, minced / crushed2-3 tbs extra-virgin olive oilpinch of chili flakes1/2 cup black...
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Black Risotto
No, it's not made with black rice; this is speciality of Dalmatia (coastal Croatia) where cuttlefish (or octopus or squid) ink is used to colour (and flavour) rice dishes. Best served with...
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Snjeza's Rosettes / Snježine Ružice
Recipe is from my friend's Snjeza blog 'Vrtaljica' .Snjezana past away yesterday in her 62nd year of life, after her long battle with cancer.RIP Snjezo!Ingredients:Dough / Pastry-350 g flour200 g...
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TangZhong Bread (Rolls)
It's been long time since I shared a recipe for a bread, although I make bread at least twice a week!Many give up on making home-made bread, because they don't like texture and density of it. I don't...
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Vegetable Muffins
Nice way of serving vegetables at any time!Ingredients:2 eggs1/2 cup oil1/2 cup yogurt1 tsp saltblack pepper1 large or 2 small zucchinis, grated1 medium potato, grated1 small onion, grated / finely...
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Jewish Apple Cake
This recipe is one of those that you're going to use over and over again. The cake might be plain looking, but it's very soft and tasty; makes one 22-23 cm cake.Ingredients:3 eggs1 1/4 cup sugar (I...
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Italian Rye Bread
Most of my time last week, I spent building my new blog. Hopefully, it's going to support my new business. I have registered my name (CaKing Agent) and got ABN; only visit from my council is left to...
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Apple crumble pie
One of my favourite TV chefs is Nigella. I like her 'normal', everyday recipes and the fact that she is willing to share with you her little domestic secrets. The way she speaks about certain food...
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Sonja's 'Ajdov Ujevak' (Buckwheat Flat Bread)
I had a memorable day yesterday. I got a surprise package in my mailbox; my dear friend Sonja (from Slovenia) made a few things with her hands and sent it to me....20 000 km away! She made me cry and...
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Low fat / calorie Apple Strudel
For those who are trying to loose weight (like me), but still want to have something sweet here and there. The whole strudel is worth 40 weight watcher's (old) points, so if divided in 10 large...
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'Podvarak'- Balkan Way of preparing Sauerkraut
My boys say 'Podvarak' is the only thing my mother makes better than me..We LOVE it! It doesn't taste more delicious anywhere else; my mum's Podvarak is the best. Lucky, I'm going to have it very soon,...
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Chicken Saag
Aromatic, spicy chicken stew in a rich spinach sauce. One of best Indian recipes.Ingredients:1 tsp fenugreek seeds1/2 tsp cumin seeds1 cinnamon stick6 cardamom pods2 tbs oil2 onions, diced2 cm ginger,...
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November in Bosnia
On our way (pause in Abu Dhabi)1st day in Bosnia Art of sausage making in Bosnia...glad I had my chance to help! I brought my recipe for Chorizos with me!Umjetnost pravljenja kobasica..drago mi je da...
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Moody December in my Birth Town
I was hoping for more snow in Brchko (my birth town), or at least some memorable 'crystal' scenes , when rain and low temperatures coat tree branches in ice and put on an unforgettable magical...
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Date and Walnut Loaf
It's been a long time since I wrote my last post. Meanwhile, I've returned from Bosnia to my beloved Australia. New year has begun and I have to tell you that I expect big changes in my life in 2016 ....
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Sour Cherry and Coconut Cake
" One day someone will walk into your life, open your heart and set your soul on fire"...Ingredients:6 eggs1 3/4 cups caster sugar250 g butter, melted2/3 cup sour cream, warmed1 cup plain flour1/2 cup...
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Creamy Potato Salad
It's a pity I have less and less time for blogging. Life's been pretty hectic at the moment...My house is on sale (http://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-south+penrith-121964590), and I have...
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'Such' (Sač) - Traditional method for outdoor cooking
'Such' is traditional metal dish that is used for outdoor cooking in many Balkan countries, primarily in Bosnia. Its parts you can see below. A large amount of live coals is needed for this kind of...
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Fennel and Salmon Risotto
Suggestion for a lunch / dinner, when you don't have much time on hand!Ingredients:3-4 tbs olive oil1 fennel bulb, sliced1 large carrot, grated1-2 garlic cloves, crushed1 1/2 cups Arborio rice 2 1/2 -...
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Leek and Potato Soup...Or, Life's beautiful!
Dear all...here I am ...a year after divorce, a month after moving from my (former family ) house...and in a new chapter of my life. Now you know all the reasons for my absence! It took some time (a...
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Apple and Rhubarb Crumble Pie
New beginnings in life can be challenging, but always bring good things too. Best thing that happened to me in this new chapter of my life is that I got bonus: 3 beautiful step-daughters... So when my...
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Brawn / Jelly Meat
It's been looong time! I have less time and not so much enthusiasm for bloging..But I did miss it.It doesn't mean I haven't cook and bake...I tried many of your recipes in last few months.. Pity I...
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Easy Chocolate Mousse Cake
Hello Folks! Here I am, after almost a whole year after my last post. I"m glad I'm back... missed you all!Ingredients:-Base200 g plain biscuits (milk coffee, petit beurre or similar)125 g melted...
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Fenugreek Chicken Curry (Methi curry)
I used to call myself a 'survivor', but I'm changing it to 'winner'...Why? I've realized I never loose- I either win , or I learn my lesson. Cheers to all those who feel like winners, no mater what...
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