Book description
When most people think of Russian cuisine, Chicken Kiev, Beef Stroganoff, Borsch and caviar are about the extent of their knowledge and culinary experience. The Delights of Russian Cuisine will change all that. Here is a unique collection of recipes which includes hearty soups, appetising main courses, traditional Russian dumpling dishes, savoury pastries, famous breads and biscuits, plus "zakuski" dishes, those appetisers re snacks served on large platters, and laid out on a table much like a Swedish smorgasboard or French Buffet.
Russian breads, pies, pancakes and pastries are world famous and many of these are included, along with some sensational sweets. Influenced by European and Middle Eastern cooking, Almond biscuits, Honey cakes, the sweet bread made with almond, raisins and spices will delight anyone with a sweet tooth. Dessert lovers will drool over Streudel with Pears and Apples, Strawberry Tart and the magnificent Charlotte Russe.
