Category Archives: Estonian

Roosamanna (Semolina Pudding) (Our Thanksgiving dessert)

Posted on November 21, 2007 by Michelle Piniella

Thanksgiving dessert is traditionally pumpkin pie.  I was all prepared to make it for our Thanksgiving – all the ingredients purchased and ready to go… that is until my son insisted on Roosamanna.  It’s a simple dessert, and one that … Continue reading →

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Cheesy Goodness

Posted on July 14, 2007 by Michelle Piniella

One of my favorite comfort foods has no real name.. at least, not that I know of. We just call them “cheese-mayo-sour-cream sandwiches”. I got this recipe from Sander, who likes them quite a lot, and has been making them … Continue reading →

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Buckwheat Porridge – recipe by DukeLupus

Posted on July 7, 2007 by Michelle Piniella

(Updated November 27, 2008) Buckwheat used to be hugely popular in the United States - it was grown on more then 4000 km2 in 1918, but then its popularity declined sharply. It is still extremely popular in North and East Europe. … Continue reading →

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