A Little Russian Cookbook

By Vera Konnova-StoneTania AlexanderAlexander, et al.

Book Overview

Rich in tradition as well as taste, Russian cuisine tempts the palate with its delicious pies, hearty soups, and flavorful sauces. A Little Russian Cookbook presents a selection of both famous and unusual recipes from the many regions of Russia. Zakuski, or starters, include Borshch, Gribnoi Sup, and crab salad. Main courses feature such classic Russian fare as beef Stroganoff, Blinchatyi Pirog, a meat and pancake pie, and Pelmeni, a Siberian dish similar to ravioli, Blini, or pancakes, and Pashka, a no-cook Easter cake, round out the recipes, each of which is accompanied by a delightful illustration.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0877017948
• ISBN13: 9780877017943
• Release Date: January 1990
• Publisher: Chronicle Books (CA)
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 4.3" x 6.1"

Customer Reviews

A simple and true Russian cookbook

All Russian cookbooks are not created equal. This is a real simple and true Russian cookbook. Great for beginners who want to try out Russian dishes without having to read lines and lines of explanation. The recipes are very easy to follow and they are tasty. Also,this tiny book also comes with nice illustrations and looks nice in the bookshelf. A nice introductory book to Russian food