Appetizers and Soups

Here are some great recipes to start off a meal. Remember, every element of a meal doesn’t have to be Hungarian! If you are new to Hungarian cooking, start incorporating new recipes one-at a time!

Cucumber Salad

by Liz | Jun 17, 2022 | Appetizers and Soups

Hungarians often have their salads alongside their main meal. Cucumber or cabbage based salads with vinegar in the dressing can offset a heavy meat meal.

Mulled Wine – Forralt Bor

by Liz | Feb 5, 2020 | Appetizers and Soups, Wine & Kitchen Conversations

Mulled Wine is a wonderful treat during the holidays. I love being in Hungary during the winter time when it is readily available. It can be made with either red or white wine! Mulled Wine - Forralt Bor To every 750 ml bottle of inexpensive red wine (i.e. Cabernet...

Pogácsa

by Liz | Mar 18, 2018 | Appetizers and Soups, Breads and Desserts

POGÁCSA (Adapted from a recipe from Fenyőharaszt Castle Hotel in Hungary) While we were in Hungary in February 2018, we had some fantastic pogácsa at one of our stays. I really don't know why it was so good except that it was. The place we stayed graciously shared...

Körözött – Soft Cheese Spread

by Liz | Mar 2, 2018 | Appetizers and Soups

This was easy to whip together and tasted great! As with many recipes, there are many, many variations to it. My first time making körözött was in Atlanta GA. I was helping my friend organize snacks for the volunteers at the Hungarian Festival. Neither of us had...

Hungarian Mushroom Soup

by Liz | Jan 15, 2015 | Appetizers and Soups

I found this mixed among some things I had put away. Kids were never a lover of mushrooms. This is a very hearty soup. It serves about six depending on the bowls used. ~ Alan Toth Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cups chopped onions 1 pound fresh...

Ham and Bean Soup – Csülkös Bableves

by Liz | Jan 15, 2015 | Appetizers and Soups

Here is a Ham and Bean soup you might want to try. It is another that I play with to my taste. My mother would use chicken broth instead of the water? Again, to taste! ~ Alan Toth Ingredients: ½ cup oil (olive/peanut) 5 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium carrot, minced 1...

Hungarian Meat Soup – Húsleves

by Liz | Jan 11, 2015 | Appetizers and Soups

Hungarian Meat Soup - Húsleves I love this soup. I could probably eat it every day. I love the aroma as it cooks and I love the taste. Ingredients 1 lbs. beef chuck, in one or two pieces 1 lb marrow bones 3-4 pieces of chicken with bone and skin (thighs and breasts or...

Hannah’s Delicious Sour Cherry Soup

by Liz | Sep 22, 2014 | Appetizers and Soups, Cook

Hannah’s Sour Cherry Soup Here is my recipe! Just make sure you don't use canned cherry pie filling - and don't be afraid to experiment with whatever fresh fruits are in season! Ingredients: 2 24 ounce jars of sour cherry compote 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cinnamon sticks...

2023 Let’s Cook Hungarian Challenge

by Liz | Jan 20, 2023 | Wine & Kitchen Conversations

Since 2018, we have been hosting the Let’s Cook Hungarian Challenge. The main goal of this program is to get you into your kitchen and encourage you to make some delicious Hungarian foods and desserts so they are a regular part of your rotation for celebrations and special events.

Yummy Gingerbread

by Liz | Dec 17, 2022 | Breads and Desserts, Cook, Holidays and Traditions, Learn

The recipe is from Tunde Dugantsi, The Gingerbread Artist. Tunde creates amazing gingerbread cookies. I have listed her recipe here so it is easy to print.