Entries by Elena and Alfredo

How to Cook Stuffed Pike




Pike inhibits fresh waters of rivers but its flesh is as nutritious as that of saltwater fishes. Pike flesh is known for its low fat content. Therefore, the best cooking method is to stuff pike with any filling that is not dry in texture. We made the stuffing with stewed oyster mushrooms and onion. The […]







Water and Weight Loss




Our health and looks largely depend on the quantity and quality of water we consume. Water is vital, it plays major role in all metabolic process in our body. Water help to transport nutrients to the cells and removes toxins. According to scientists, we need to drink 3-3.5 pints (1.5-2 liters) of water every day.







Recipe for Black Currant Filled Sweet Buns




You can bake yummy buns at home and serve them as a delicious snack for tea or coffee. Fresh and flavorful, they will always enrich your everyday table. We baked buns filled with black currant jam, but you can use any filling you like. What’s more important is airy sweet yeast dough that is made […]







Stuffed Potatoes Recipe




Boiled and baked potatoes are healthier. Dieticians found that potatoes won’t make you fat if cooked the right way. Potato is rich in potassium and has well-balanced amino acid content. So it won’t harm your health if you eat potato dishes more often, not fatty French fries of course, but,







Radish and Arugula Salad Recipe




Arugula is cultivated in a Mediterranean region. It is a very popular spicy herb in Italy and is called “rucola” there. It has soft slightly pungent leaves. Arugula leaves are pungent because of mustard oil in them. Arugula is perfect to add into salads and sauces, giving a special zest. It is rich in vitamin […]







Health Benefits of Pomelo




Pomelo belongs to the Citrus family and it is one of the largest and juiciest fruits on our planet. Pomelo originated in China and it was mentioned in ancient Chinese books. It has juicy flesh of sweet with some sourish smack taste. Pomelo is a golden mine of vitamins. The fruit is rich in vitamin […]







How to Cook Stuffed Duck




Duck meat is dark, tasty and it goes well with succulent napa cabbage. We baked the duck whole marinating it in sour cream and orange juice sauce with onion and apple vinegar. The taste came out just amazing. Juice and flavor of duck meat combined with those of stuffing created delicate and exotic taste.







Recipe for Quail Eggs Stuffed with Pike Caviar




Pike caviar is almost like herring caviar except that eggs are larger. You can make various appetizers with this caviar. Here is the recipe for quail eggs stuffed with pike caviar, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and soft cheese. The combination of the ingredients creates a well-balanced and pleasant taste. You can garnish this







How to Cook Pumpkin Ravioli




The health benefits of pumpkin are explained by its high strong antioxidant (beta-carotene) content. That’s why pumpkin makes us look younger and prevents cancer. Also, this healthy vegetable contains a wide range of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, PP, the B vitamins, calcium, iron and







Homemade Bread Recipe




Store-bought bakery products stand no comparison with those made at home. There are lots of bread recipes. Here we offer the simplest one without any filling. Even unskillful housewives could handle the recipe. The most important thing about bread baking is







Apples Are Healthy for Future Babies




Apple is one of the healthiest fruits existing on our planet. Latest studies added new items on the long list of apple health benefits. Not only do apples effectively protect us from such serious health problems as heart disorders and cancer, they are also able to keep yet unborn babies out of weak immune system. […]







Napa Cabbage Salad Recipe




Napa cabbage is a good source of essential amino acid, lysine. This acid helps cleanse the blood, strengthens the immune system and contributes to longevity. All vitamins – including vitamin C that is the first to perish – stay preserved in napa cabbage during storage period. Besides, it is very juicy and







Recipe for Homemade Raffaello Candies




Do you want to make yummy and healthy Raffaello candies without the plenty of coloring agents and E-additives? Try our recipe and relish the candies with your kids. Coconut flakes filled with butter, honey and condensed milk and roasted almond nut inside is really luxurious pleasure. The advantage of homemade







What Is Unhealthy About Margarine Foods?




There has been said a lot about unhealthy effects of manufactured foods. After a series of reliable scientific studies revealed utterly negative impact of hydrogenated fats on human health, their use in foods drew scorching criticism. Today, hydrogenated fats are extensively used in mayonnaises, margarines, custards and in a variety of premade foods.







Simmered Oyster Mushrooms with Cabbage and Pepper Recipe




Those who are dieting because of a medical condition or trying to eat healthy and watch their weight are going to enjoy this vegetarian dish. It cooks easily using few ingredients and without adding any of spices and herbs. It tastes pleasant and mild. This dish is also good to put on your kids’ menu.