Entries by Elena and Alfredo

Yoghurt and Kefir




Yoghurt and kefir are dairy products produced by ripening of milk. Yoghurt is prepared by fermentation of milk with the bacteria which is called “Bulgarian bacteria”. The reason why the bacteria got its name was that people live noticeably longer in yogurt-loving parts of Bulgaria. Kefir is a milk drink fermented using kefir grains (these […]







Lasagna by Alfredo




Lasagna is a traditional dish of Italian cuisine. It originated in ancient Rome and was called “Lagana”. Lasagna was a favorite dish of Cicero and Horatio. Depending on the region, there are different ways to make lasagna. Try this special Neapolitan recipe. The recipe was invented by Neapolitan named Alfredo who replaced béchamel sauce with […]







Fried Artichokes with Cauliflower




Fried artichokes with cauliflower are a typical Italian vegetarian dish made with fried artichokes and cauliflower. In some parts of Italy, calf’s liver is sometimes added to this recipe. You can learn about artichoke health benefits from our previous articles. However, it’s worth mentioning here that these delicious flower buds marry well







Carrot and Apple Shake




Try our quick and easy shake recipe. This shake is so healthy for adults and kids. Drink this cocktail and get all vitamins you need. Do you know that carrot is able to keep us young, make our skin elastic and may help smooth out wrinkles? Apple juice is a good source of iron and […]







Meat Solyanka Soup




Solyanka is an indigenous dish of Russian cuisine. There are different kinds of solyanka soup. It goes without saying that early recipes didn’t include lemon and olives, but the main ingredients were traditionally either various sorts of meat for meat solyanka or fish for fish solyanka. But modern recipes are just as tasty as old […]







New Apple Pie Recipe




You will need eggs to make this apple pie. If you’ve run out of them, get dressed and rush out to the store. And get iodine, cleansers, soap, bandage and sticking plaster, too. On your way back, grab some flour, apples and sugar. So, you come back home and go to your kitchen right away. […]







Veal Heart with Light Sauce




Low-fat veal heart is high in proteins and contains iron, zinc, a lot of vitamin B3, or vitamin PP. This vitamin regulates the nervous system and improves metabolism of our body, especially liver metabolism. Lack of vitamin B3 causes dysfunction of many organs, so this tasty veal heart recipe will help you stay healthy. Onion […]







Scientists Nurture Cold Hardy Grapefruit




 We have already told about grapefruit health benefits in our previous articles. Grapefruit is a dietary and healing fruit that is rich in vitamins and minerals. This fabulous fruit is a natural remedy for cardiovascular disease, liver disorders and even helps insomnia.







Fried Bananas




We got used to eating raw bananas, but you can also make yummy banana desserts. For example, try delicious bananas fried in breadcrumbs. Breadcrumbs are so crispy and fried bananas have amazingly delicate and tender taste. Nutmeg gives unforgettable flavor to this fabulous dessert. What’s more, bananas are beneficial to our heart and lift our spirits.







Salmon with Tomato Sauce




Salmon with tomato sauce is so good because tomato juice gives this fatty fish a slightly sourish taste. Capers and parsley create a delicate and fancy flavor. Indulge your family with this amazingly tasty dish. Above all, salmon is very healthy. This fish is easily digested and contains phosphorus that is essential for our brain. […]







Stuffed Vine Leaves




Stuffed vine leaves (dolma) are rich and tasty dish. Make them for a special occasion, or just add a twist to your everyday menu. Of course, this dish will require some fuss, but it’s worth the effort. Stuffed vine leaves supply many nutrients our body needs. As a stuffing, meat, rice and vegetables work together […]







Banana Cranberry Dessert




You can make a lip-smacking dessert with bananas, cranberry, honey and pine nuts. Banana is a rich source of potassium that is essential for healthy heart, liver, brain, bones, but, most of all, for muscles. We all need potassium every day. For kids, daily potassium intake should be 16-30 mg/kg. Scientific findings show that 100 […]







Fried Cauliflower




Some studies surprisingly show that cauliflower has lots of health benefits and it can be especially beneficial for men. Regular consumption of cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower in particular, may lower the risk of prostate diseases. Eating cauliflower dishes every week halves the risk of prostate cancer. Latest findings show that broccoli and cauliflower contain the […]







Tuna Salad




This salad made with canned and fresh foods is nutritionally well-balanced. Its taste is very unusual and just awesome. Tuna is exceptionally rich is polyunsaturated acids and tomatoes provide carotene. What’s more, tomatoes are beneficial for men’s health, protecting against the prostate gland disorders. Green onion, cucumbers and fennel contain chlorophyll. It requires no fuss […]







Venetian Style Calf’s Liver




Venetian style calf’s liver (“Fegato alla veneziana “) is a staple Venetian dish. It is really worth trying. Calf’s liver is a diet food containing only 67 kcal per 100 g and it is a natural way to improve metabolism. Liver is a healthy and low-fat food that provides us with iron, vitamins C, B1, […]