Cupcakes are dainty, cute and very popular. I can definitely see what all the hype is about. They are so much

Lasagna is one of the most ultimate comfort dishes in America. However, whenever I think of lasagna, my mind i

Who doesn't have leftover mashed potatoes at one point or another? Here's a great idea of how you can use thos

Bacon, potatoes, onions and cheese are such an awesome combination of ingredients, but when they are encased i

Serving chicken for dinner is a no-brainer. It's a classic because it's usually relatively simple to prepare,

Pineapple Upside down is a really familiar dessert, and I recently decide to follow a similar concept to creat

When I think of this cake, the famous Торт "Птичье Mолоко", literally translated as "Bird's Mil

We recently went out for lunch with my siblings to a Mediterranean place in downtown Tampa called the Paninote

Asparagus season is here and I am celebrating. For something so simple to prepare, this cheery green vegetable

You know what's really easy to make from scratch? Breakfast sausage. The best advantage of making it yourself

Sergi and I love having company. We love dinner parties, overnight guests, barbecues and picnics. If it involv

Do you send pictures of your food to your friends and family? We sure do and in many cases, that means those p

Homemade baked fish sticks are such a simple, satisfying finger food. If I'm in the mood for a healthier, hear

Macaroni and cheese is such a humble dish, but it brings out strong emotions from many people. It's comforting

You know you're Russian if you recognize this salad:). At most holidays, special occasions and parties, you wi

Making homemade strawberry jam is quite simple and you only need a few ingredients. You can use both fresh or

Who likes one dish dinners as much as I do? This one in particular is one of my favorites - roasted chicken br

Are you looking for a new twist to the salad dilemma? I don't know about you, but my dinner never feels comple

Easy weeknight dinners are my thing. My prep work is limited to very short periods of time when I'm the only o

Pancakes may be served for breakfast in most homes, but these are so delicious, I sometimes make them for an a

Madeleines are classic beauties. Their simple but perfect flavor is proof that a few simple ingredients can ac

Oatmeal cookies are so soft, chewy and comforting. I love the texture and flavor that oats give to sweet treat

With the holidays coming up, many of us will be traveling to see family. I am so excited to spend Christmas wi

Did you know that the secret to having a really crisp crust on a pizza is baking it in a blazing hot oven on a

A stew is like a great marriage between an entree and a soup. This beef stew is one of my favorites. It's so c

Who makes sandwiches on a regular basis? Sandwiches are probably one of the most common lunches, so I'm sure t

Busy people need "rescue recipes". Even on really hectic days when things don't go as planned or you just have

When I was a child, one of the first fairy tales that I remember being told was about the Giant Turnip, (Skazk

Thanksgiving is right around the corner. How many of you are hosting this wonderful holiday in your home? This

You can't go wrong with an Apple Almond Cake this time of year. Any dessert that has apples in it, has my name

Homemade broth is so easy to make and it tastes a million times better than store bought broth. Vegetable brot

French Onion Soup is a classic for a very good reason - it's just plain delicious and comforting. The carameli

Apple pie always sounds so homey, cozy and nostalgic, doesn't it? Of course, everyone knows that homemade appl

Weird coincidences do happen sometimes, like the fact that I was born in Minsk, Belarus and my husband was bor

Aren't the cheerful, vivid colors of this fruit salad beautiful? Anytime you're having company over and don't

Do you know who makes the best snacks? Youth group leaders' wives, that's who! I mean, come on, when you're co