14 russian recipes

Experience the traditional Russian dish called, "Shashlik" Throughout the Middle East, South Russia, and Siberia this meal has been a favorite for centuries. Most of the western world knows this dish by its' Middle Eastern version called, "Shish Kabob." But on the Crimean peninsula and the steps of south Russia, Shashlik is a unique variant of the Shish Kabob dish most Americans know. It's a sweet/tart version of shish-kebab.

Traditional Russian tea steeped with whole cloves and sweet apple cider. Strain, sweeten with honey or strawberry jam, and serve hot for a spiced, warming drink.

Russian pickled whitefish briefly baked in a white wine, vinegar, and dill brine with coriander and mustard. Served cold as a tangy, elegant chilled fish dish.

Classic Black Russian cocktail with vodka and coffee brandy poured over ice in an old-fashioned glass. Two ingredients, smooth and strong.

A supe'ed up version of a White Russian. Tastes so smooth and delicious, but look out...it'll throw you for a a loop. My favorite drink!

Russian pastries (pirozhki) with a tender cream cheese dough wrapped around savory ground beef, sour cream, dill, and chopped egg. Make-ahead friendly and freezer-stable for up to a month.

Russian meatballs (bitki): beef and veal meatballs fried golden in butter and smothered in a sour cream and mushroom sauce. Old-world comfort food, straight from the Russian babushka's kitchen.

Hot borscht inspired by the Russian Tea Room with shredded beets, cabbage, parsnip, and fresh dill. A classic Eastern European beet soup simmered in vegetable stock.

Melt in your mouth Russian tea cookies with walnuts. Perfect accompaniment for a cup of tea.

Russian-style boiled beef simmered low and slow with marrow bones, root vegetables, dill, and a spice bag. Fork-tender rump roast in a rich, fragrant broth that serves 10.

This is a fantastic recipe, tastes so great, it is one of the best meatloaf I have ever eaten.

Beef stroganoff with a splash of Coca-Cola in the braise. The cola tenderizes the chuck and balances the sour cream gravy with caramel sweetness. Mid-century classic.

Russian tea cakes (also called Mexican wedding cookies): buttery nut-studded shortbread balls rolled twice in powdered sugar. A classic holiday cookie tin staple in 30 minutes.

Traditional Russian boiled beef simmered for hours with marrow bones, root vegetables, fresh dill, and peppercorns. Fork-tender rump roast in a rich, savory broth.