Kutia (kutya) is a traditional Ukrainian dish, a sweet grain pudding that is served on Christmas Eve dinner (also known as Svyata Vecherya). Kutia symbolizes fertility and abundance, and it is believed that good luck will come to every home where it is served. The richer in taste kutia is, the more successful and prosperous will be the coming year for the whole family. The main ingredients of kutia are wheat berries, nuts, poppy seeds, and honey. Each of these components has its own symbolic meaning. Wheat berries symbolize eternity,...
Baked apples stuffed with walnuts, raisins, and dried apricots
This luscious baked apple dessert is a true crowd-pleaser. Tender apples are stuffed with a walnut-raisin-dried apricot mixture and scented with vanilla and cinnamon. It tastes unbelievably good. Plus, during baking your house will fill with a delightful smell of coziness and comfort. The recipe is easy to adapt for the number of invited guests. You just increase the amount of ingredients for the filling. Plus, this sweet dish is a lucky find for those who have vegan friends and want to treat them with a tasty dessert. Flavorful...
Berry baked oatmeal – When the morning starts with a summer delicacy
Tired of traditional oatmeal? Then you should try this amazing oatmeal pudding. It’s a fresh and bright solution to turn your plain breakfast into flavorful fireworks. Warm currants and a peach throughout the baked hearty oatmeal deliver a wonderful sweet flavor and rich summer taste. With just a few steps, the dish is done. You just mix all ingredients in a bowl and bake the pudding in the oven. Half an hour and voila – warm, airy, tender, and savory berry oatmeal bake is waiting for you to taste it. One...