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"This dish was inspired by Giada. I grew up in a Polish neighborhood, but never was taught the trade (but ate at anybody's house that served them, LOL). This simple shortcut version provides all of the taste and charm of the dish. It makes 2 batches, one for now and one to freeze."

Ingredients: onions, salt and pepper, water...

"Usually a Polish hors d'ouerve made from mashed potatoes, but I've also seen a breakfast version made from cottage cheese. Best served straight from the oven."

Ingredients: eggs, potatoes, salt...

"Here is another Polish-style canape."

Ingredients: chives, chopped tomatoes...

"NOTE: the "l" in maslo is pronounced as a "w".
Kanapki rarely exceed 2 inches in diameter, are often silver-dollar-sized or even smaller (bite-size). At least two different kinds of bread should be used: Light and dark. In addition to commercially available party rye and similar rounds of white canapé bread, you can..."

Ingredients: herring fillets, fresh herbs...

"A creamy chilled version of borscht that is the perfect starter for summer meals. This reminds me of my Polish grandmother's version of a clear beet broth with sliced fresh cooked beets topped with sour cream."

Ingredients: fresh chives, lemons, onions...