When we think of the word “organic” we relate to something that is natural, wholesome, crude, unrefined, untreated. Most often we think of fruits and vegetables as organic when they have been cultivated in harmony with nature without being treated with chemically enhanced fertilizers and pesticides.
Ukrainians pride themselves on baking the best tortes, and Walnut Torte is one of the most traditional
Torte preparation requires time and patience, but as with any other recipe made from scratch, it is a labor of love and well worth the effort.
My Christmas Tree has a Ukrainian theme since it is adorned with numerous handmade decorations, as well as other ornaments purchased at Ukrainian church bazaars, and ethnic arts and crafts stores.
Decorating a Christmas Tree is fun for the whole family.
Our tree decorating themes continued to change throughout the years, as the family was growing older.
Even though many Ukrainians love making Kolachky, I have been informed that the recipe actually traces back to Slovakia.
My sister in-law loves making these, and shared her recipe with me, so now I am working on perfecting these as well.
They are so light, flaky and delicious. You can fill them with fruity jams, lekvar or poppy seed filling, but I am convinced that the walnut filing is the best in taste as well as keeping the shape of these cookies during baking time.