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Lithuanian Cold Beet Soup
Called Šaltibarščiai this flavorful soup is served cold. Let it sit overnight to develop depth.
Balsamic Tuna Sandwich
You can eat it right away for a decent sandwich, but the secret is marinating for at least one night. The quality of balsamic and olive oil are important in this uncooked sandwich.
Creamy Chicken
This recipe quickly became a favorite of mine. Fast enough to do on a weeknight. Flavorful enough for special events it's only drawback is it doesn't quite have the most beautiful look. I will skip coating the chicken in flour on weeknights or in a hurry.
Creamy Spinach
This creamy side dish combines spinach and onions in a creamy sauce for a decadent yet nutritious side. This version uses only one pot and cuts unnecessary steps to help with those weeknights when you want something really great that doesn't take so long.
Fresh Basil Pesto
This recipe is fast and easy. No baking required to have pesto with full flavor. This recipe is also very flexible. A bit more or less of the cheese, basil, nuts or lemon juice won't ruin the recipe, you may find you like it more. I do recommend you keep the ingredients higher quality. Fresh basil is a must and you'll notice the difference between good or bad olive oil.
Unbaked Chocolate Cookies
These cookies require no baking, just boiling. This version includes coconut but there are other peanut butter alternatives that are just as good.
Peanut Butter Cookies
Tasty peanut butter cookies.
Flat Bread
Easy and fast flat bread.
Dill Sour Cream Dip
This dip works great with chips or vegetables. perfect eating healthy with carrots, broccoli and green beans.
Mrs. Orrs Chocolate Cake
This flavorful cake is chunkier than a standard cake while still maintaining a fluffy fullness that puts it firmly in the cake category. We love it with chocolate frosting to double down on what makes it great.
Gingersnaps
These tasty, soft gingerbread like cookies are a family favorite.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
This rich desert is one of the best examples of the combination of Chocolate and Peanut Butter. It's rich, filling, and magical.
Harring Kaka
This was a strange recipe we found while going through an old collection. It seems to be similar to Swedish Tunnbröd or Norwegian Flatbrød.
Moms Swedish Meatballs
When my ancestors came to Minnesota they had to struggle to survive. This recipe shows the adjustments to make a good home cooked meal with limited supplies and with a house to maintain. Enjoy this quick to prepare flavorful Minnesota version of Swedish Meatballs.
Italian Meatballs
Although Minnesota isn't the first place you think of when you think Italian, we have our own beloved version. Simple to make, great with a red sauce, or on their own.
Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette
This vinaigrette is a timeless classic for good reason. It balances the sharp, tangy balsamic with the smoother, mellow olive oil. Perfect salads, caprese or any other. Mix it with tomatoes, feta, strawberries, or any green. It's simple to make, just don't use cheap ingredients. You'll have a major challenge to find a time I don't have some in my refrigerator.
Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread
With costs rising now is the perfect time to start making your own sandwich bread. With a bit of practice this wonder money saver will up the flavor of any food made with it. Most importantly recognize that the biggest problem people have is limited rising of the bread. Even when this happens (and it will happen) you get a wonderful dense bread that's great for open faced sandwiches, toast, and garlic bread. Here is my version of a flavorful, simple bread. You can use all purpose flour instead but the loaf will be denser.
Minnesota Lefsa (Lefse)
Here is an old recipe that's been passed down for Lefsa. Careful with the image of the recipe, some important information is left out!
Swedish Gingerbread Cookies (Pepparkakor)
Pepparkakor are traditional Swedish gingerbread cookies, often associated with the Christmas season. They are thin, crisp, and typically cut into various shapes such as hearts, stars, or pigs. This recipe is a family recipe from my neighbor. The dough is flavored with spices like cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and sometimes cardamom, giving them a warm, aromatic taste. Pepparkakor are usually decorated with white icing or sugar glaze, adding a sweet contrast to their spicy flavor. The recipe makes a large batch so consider slimming it down if you don't need as much.
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