Ukrainian Christmas Eve is a very solemn family time, and just as important of a holiday, as Christmas Day.
The day of Ukrainian Christmas Eve is a fasting day, thus no meat is consumed at all, and all the meals are small, and very simple.
Pork and sauerkraut dishes are part of every Eastern European restaurant menu, and the main ingredients are a popular staple in every household.
If you are looking for an idea to use up your leftover mashed potatoes, whether it is white or sweet potatoes, gnocchi, or palushky, are your best bet.
With Thanksgiving coming up, you just might want to keep this recipe in mind, as for sure you will have some leftover potatoes to turn into a new dish.
Today I will share my recipe for Blueberry Filled Varenyky, which are so delicious served with blueberry syrup and whipped cream, or melted unsalted butter mixed with brown sugar and cream.
Eastern Europeans consume much less meat on daily basis, than we do here in the US, therefore there are numerous meatless dishes to select from.
Today I will share a recipe for Cheese Dumplings with Fresh Dill Sauce.