Kvas
Posted in Russian recipes, Ukrainian recipes
Kvass or Kvas is a Russian or Ukrainian drink (non-alcoholic) made from Rye, fruit and herbs. Boil honey or sugar ( 2 cups) and water (four liters). Let this cool to room temperature. Break up about a pound of rye bread and any fruit and herbs of your choice and add yeast to make a [...]
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Russian orange salad
Posted in Russian recipes
Peel and slice three oranges that have been on ice (Russians put everything on ice). Remove the seeds, arrange the slices in a compote, cover with powdered sugar, and add two tablespoonfuls each of maraschino, curaçoa, and brandy. Let it stand an hour in the fridge before serving. Or, arrange in a dish a neat [...]
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