Raisins on Cookery-Shmookery

Bread Kvass with Mint

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Bread kvass is made by steeping dried rye bread and adding mint. After fermentation, it is refrigerated for several days.

Mannik with Tvorog and Raisins

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Mannik (article in Russian) with tvorog and raisins is made with yogurt or kefir. The batter can rest briefly before baking to allow the semolina to absorb moisture.

Pork Pilaf with Raisins

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This homemade pork pilaf is cooked in one pot. The meat is first simmered with onions and carrots, then rice and raisins are added.

Tvorog Doughnuts

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Doughnuts made from soft tvorog dough with raisins or cranberries. Add the flour gradually so the dough can be shaped without becoming dense.