Art of Lithuanian Cooking - by Maria Gieysztor de Gorgey (Paperback)

About the Book

This favorite Hippocrene cookbook includes over 150 authentic Lithuanian recipes such as "Fresh Cucumber Soup," "Lithuanian Meat Pockets," "Hunter's Stew," "Potato Zeppelins," as well as delicacies like "Homemade Honey Liqueur," and "Easter Gypsy Cake."

Book Synopsis

" . . . a culinary showcase of palate-pleasing regional delights."-The Midwest Book Review

"Here is a collection of Lithuanian recipes that will be welcome on any table."-The International Cookbook Revue

Lithuanian cuisine is famed for its hearty and satisfying meat dishes, soups, stews, noodles and dumplings, and desserts. This perennial favorite cookbook includes over 150 authentic recipes. Among the chapters included are Appetizers & Breads, Soups, Vegetables & Salads, Aspics, Garnishes & Sauces, Meat Dishes, Poultry & Game Dishes, Fish, Pancakes, Noodle Dishes, Dumplings & Egg Dishes, Cakes & Desserts, and Drinks & Cocktails.

With almost 50 recipes for cakes and desserts, this cookbook is sure to please anyone's sweet tooth! The recipes include many of the traditional desserts served at Christmas and Easter. The author's introduction and easy step-by-step instructions ensure that even novice cooks can create authentic, delicious Lithuanian meals.

Sample recipes:

• Fresh Cucumber Soup
• Lithuanian Meat Pockets
• Hunter's Stew
• Potato Zeppelins
• Homemade Honey Liqueur
• Easter Gypsy Cake

Review Quotes

"Art of Lithuanian Cooking is a culinary showcase of palate-pleasing regional delights."--The Midwest Book Review

"Here is a collection of Lithuanian recipes that will be welcome on any table."

--The International Cookbook Revue