Root vegetables

Rosy, appetizing, fragrant, incredibly delicious! Moussaka with eggplant and potatoes is baked in the oven and is a casserole of vegetables and minced meat. This is probably the most famous dish of Greek cuisine, which has become the country's hallmark. And it's not difficult to make, it's very easy!

Moussaka with eggplants and potatoes in the oven

The mysteriously warm word "Ushnoye" has nothing to do with ears: to make the Russian dish ushnoye in pots, our ancestors took some kind of meat, usually lamb, and simple vegetables - root vegetables. The name "ushnoye" comes from the same root as "ukha," "yushka." It means something in between a soup and a second course. Ushnoye has been mentioned in ancient sources since the 16th century until the early 19th century. It was very popular. Even in the iconic pedagogical work for young boys "The Honorable Mirror of Youth," prepared by the decree of Peter I, it is said: "Do not eat like a pig, do not blow into the ushnoye, to make it splash everywhere." In his collection "Proverbs of the Russian People," Vladimir Dal gives this expression: "Beetroot telnoe, and radish ushnoye, this is the food of the stingy." Stingy - because you could use a little meat but simmer it longer with broth and vegetables in the oven. We propose a simplified recipe for this Russian cuisine dish. We will cook it not in the oven, but in the stove, albeit three times faster than the classic recipe. Instead of lamb, we will take chicken breast. And you can experiment with vegetables. We suggest trying it with potatoes or zucchini. Or with both. The proportions of the ingredients are conveniently given for one pot with a capacity of 400-500 ml. You just need to multiply everything by the number of servings.

Russian ear dish in pots

Beet salad with prunes can be safely called a treasure trove of health. There are several reasons for this. First of all, the salad includes beets, the consumption of which helps to normalize digestion and cleanse the intestines of toxins and harmful bacteria. It also contains betaine, which improves fat metabolism, which is important for those who care about their figure. Moreover, the beet salad is prepared with the addition of raisins, prunes, and walnuts, which are rich in essential vitamins and minerals. Considering that this dish contains all these products at once, its health benefits are hard to overestimate. Regular consumption of beet salad with prunes will strengthen your immune system, increase hemoglobin levels in the blood, and normalize the functioning of the cardiovascular and digestive systems. Are you put off by the use of mayonnaise? Know that, oddly enough, it also makes a positive contribution. The sauce contains vegetable oil, without which the fat-soluble vitamins from beets, prunes, and nuts cannot be absorbed. Want to make the salad even healthier? Prepare the mayonnaise yourself! It's not difficult at all, and in this version, beet salad with prunes can be safely recommended to all proponents of proper nutrition.

Beet salad with prunes

Vinaigrette with mayonnaise is made less often than with vegetable oil, but this option also has the right to exist. The taste of this dish turns out to be much more delicate, which is why many people like it. The recipe differs from the classic only in the dressing, although if desired, the composition of the vinaigrette can be slightly changed, for example, instead of pickles, you can use marinated ones or lightly salted herring. If you want more freshness, add a bit of finely chopped white cabbage to the salad, pre-rubbed lightly with salt.

Vinaigrette with mayonnaise

European

Forget your usual potato pancakes! This recipe offers a delightful combination of potato and parsnip, which will give the dish a unique sweetness. The main secret to perfect potato pancakes is to thoroughly squeeze out excess liquid from the root vegetables before mixing them with the other ingredients. And to get a crispy golden crust, fry them without a lid. Serve these aromatic potato pancakes with fried bacon and a fresh salad, and you're sure to impress!

Parsnip Fritters

Discover the perfect cream soup, crafted from the starchiest root vegetables and vegetables! Thanks to their ability to cook down well, this dish achieves an incredibly tender and uniform consistency, while the flavor becomes mellow and enveloping. Want to add a splash of color? Simply include pumpkin or beetroot in the recipe, and your soup will come alive with new hues. And to speed up the cooking process, chop all ingredients into small cubes. When blending, don't forget to cover the pot with a lid or towel to keep your kitchen clean and tidy. Enjoy this comforting and wholesome dish!

Root Vegetable Puree Soup

Japanese


Discover the wonderful world of Japanese cuisine with this light and fragrant turnip sauté! This dish is not just food, but a whole philosophy of quick cooking, where each ingredient retains its freshness and unique taste. Unlike a stew, a sauté is the art of quick frying in a minimal amount of oil, which makes it incredibly juicy and crispy. Sweet white turnip is ideal for this recipe, as it doesn't require long cooking and perfectly reveals its delicate flavor. Immerse yourself in the harmony of flavors and textures, creating this exquisite dish that will surprise you with its simplicity and depth.