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STARTER:    Caviar sandwiches

"Caviar is to dining what a sable coat is to a girl in evening dress." Ludwig Bemelmans

 Appetizers

SOUP:    Rassolnik (Barley, pickles and meat soup)

Traditional Russian rassolnik recipe is a hearty soup made with pickles, barley, and beef (or chicken, or pork).

 Soups

SALAD:    Crabmeat and corn salad

"I have always enjoyed the delicate flavor of crab meat; it's a taste that reminds me of the sea's vast mysteries." - Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

 Salads

MAIN COURSE:    Potato and zucchini patties

Simple and tasty, these potato and zucchini cutlets are crispy on the outside and tender inside. Great as a light meal or side dish — just season, fry, and enjoy!

 Breakfast     Entrees     Dinner     Grill

DESSERT:    Carmen

The Carmen Torte is a rich, dramatic cake—often layered with chocolate, cream, and bright fruit accents—named to reflect the passion and elegance of Bizet’s famous opera.

 Baking     Tortes

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   Ricotta Cheesecake

   1. Preheat oven to 360 F. 2. Melt butter. 3. Wrap the bottom and outer sides of the springform with aluminum foil to prevent leakage. Butter inner side of the springform with melted butter. 4. Grate zest of one lemon. 5. In a large bowl: combine ricotta, cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and eggs. Mix about 2 min on slow-medium speed of mixer or using spatula. We need just combine a little bit all this ingredients. Add flour and lemon zest. Mix 1 min. Add vanilla extract and remaining. Mix well and beat 20 minutes on medium-high speed. 6. Pour cheesecake mixture into springform. Bake 1 hour or until light golden-brown color on medium level of the oven. Check cheesecake thru the oven window. Do not open the oven! 7. Turn off the oven. Do not open the oven. Let cheesecake slowly cool in the oven. About 2 hours. 8. Using a knife, gently run around the edge of the cheesecake to make easier to remove the side of the springform. 9. Place the cheesecake to the refrigerator overnight, or minimum on 4 hours. SERVING IDEAS: - Spread or drizzle lingonberry jam (as o a picture) or any you favorite jam over the top just before serving. - Add a light dusting of powdered sugar for a simple, elegant finish. - Serve with fresh berries for extra freshness and color. - Pair with a cup of coffee or tea for a classic dessert experience. - Add a dollop of whipped cream for a more indulgent presentation. - Garnish with thin lemon zest strips to highlight the citrus notes.

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   Vegetable stew

   1. Wash the vegetables. Peel the carrots and peppers. Cut off the tails of the zucchini. 2. In a large skillet (medium heat): heat oil. Cut zuccini into large cubes and add to heated oil. Stir. 3. Cut or coarsely shred carrots, place to skillet. Stir. 4. Cut pepper on slices, place to skillet. Stir. 5. Cut tomatoes into small cubes, add to the skillet. stir. 6. Add spices and salt. Cook 10 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve hot or cold.

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