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Latest Articles by Tom Slepicka
Recipes Mar. 26, 2025 1:30 pm228d ago
The beloved North Indian dish boasts rich flavors with paneer cheese and spices like cumin, coriander and garam masala.
Recipes Mar. 7, 2025 7:44 am247d ago
Sauerkraut, a staple in Czech cuisine, is packed with nutrients
Recipes Feb. 9, 2025 5:30 am273d ago
Spaghetti Carbonara is perfect for February’s chill or a even special Valentine’s Day meal.
Recipes Jan. 12, 2025 5:00 am301d ago
Score points making your own home-made pretzels that are easier than you think
Recipes Dec. 8, 2024 6:00 am336d ago
The meal is typically serve on Christmas Eve in the Czech Republic, other European countries
Recipes Nov. 28, 2024 5:00 am346d ago
This year give Masaryk’s Cookies and Mini Nests - both classic Czech Christmas cookies - a try on your cookie tray.
Recipes Nov. 10, 2024 4:30 am364d ago
This year, I’m ditching the “supporting role” mentality and transforming my Thanksgiving table into a culinary celebration where every dish is a star.
Recipes Oct. 13, 2024 5:00 am392d ago
Whether you use fresh or canned, this creamy, delicious soup is the perfect autumnal embrace
Recipes Sep. 8, 2024 5:00 am427d ago
As fall slowly descends, the orchards are bursting with sweet, juicy apples, practically begging to be baked into something delicious. My version of apple strudel uses store-bought puff pastry dough for a quick and easy preparation.
Recipes Aug. 11, 2024 5:30 am455d ago
Scallops, celebrated for their delicate texture and amazing, buttery flavor are surprisingly easy to prepare. This makes them a perfect light -- yet nutritious -- appetizer or small meal for this time of year.
Recipes Jul. 14, 2024 5:00 am483d ago
With farmers markets overflowing and gardens bursting with ripe produce, there’s no better time to celebrate the season's bounty.
Recipes Jun. 9, 2024 5:30 am518d ago
Whether you prefer using an oven, slow cooker, or Instant Pot, I've got you covered with simple and straightforward instructions for each method.
Recipes May. 12, 2024 4:15 am546d ago
Gyros are popular worldwide for their tender and delicious flavor, derived from a fragrant blend of spices and their preparation on a vertical grill.
Recipes Apr. 14, 2024 4:15 am574d ago
With my recipe, you can easily make yummy cinnamon buns like a professional with just a few simple steps.
Recipes Apr. 9, 2024 10:03 am579d ago
With its harmonic blend of ground meat, spices and seasonings it’s no wonder this meal has continued its popularity as long as it has.

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