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Potato Kugel

March 29, 2018March 29, 2018 ~ jarmilascooking ~ 3 Comments

There is a host of traditions and beliefs linked to Slovak Easter. Some are Christian with traces of Jewish mythology, others have pagan roots. It seems to me though that they all celebrate Easter as a spring festival that brings new life. The Slovak name for the Thursday before Easter is Zelený štvrtok, which literally translates … Continue reading Potato Kugel

Breaded Pork Steaks with Potato Salad

March 31, 2016April 9, 2018 ~ jarmilascooking ~ Leave a comment

This is another classic dish that seems to be rooted in our history and geographical position in Central Europe. Having been part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire from 1867 to 1918 and sharing the southern border with Austria since then, we have borrowed a few cooking techniques and ideas from the Austrians as well. Our breaded pork … Continue reading Breaded Pork Steaks with Potato Salad

Slovak Sour Potato Soup

February 28, 2016 ~ jarmilascooking ~ 1 Comment

Quick and easy to do, simple, yet satisfying - that's how this traditional Slovak soup could be described in a few words. The name hints at a piquant flavour the soup gets from vinegar. I re-discovered the simple beauty of this classic dish while visiting Banska Stiavnica a couple of weeks ago. Surely the town's … Continue reading Slovak Sour Potato Soup

Potato Gratin with Vegetables and Sausages

September 21, 2015April 9, 2018 ~ jarmilascooking ~ Leave a comment

This could as well be called 'A resourceful cook's lunch' or 'A lazy shopper's creation'. It is usually prompted by a situation like this: You look in the fridge at eleven Saturday morning with the intention to cook a hot lunch for three people. All you find is: free range eggs a kapia pepper (looking … Continue reading Potato Gratin with Vegetables and Sausages

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'A Taste of Slovakia' is much more than a collection of traditional Slovak recipes. It's a colourful journey into this small country's culture, the customs that evolve around cooking and eating, as well as history of some typical ingredients. And for those who will delve deeper into the text, there is an added bonus ...

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