Borscht is a delicate soup that is made from beets, which deliver its beautiful ruby color and deep flavor.

This quick and easy recipe transforms fresh spinach into a savory side dish. First prepared by Martha's mother, this hearty version of the classic was an ever-present holiday menu offering in the Kostyra home.

Pierogi were traditionally served as a meatless dish during Lent, but evolved into a popular side dish.

At a traditional German Christmas table, stollen is likely to appear as a beloved part of breakfast or as a conclusion to the holiday meal. A stollen begins as a sweet, rich yeast dough, which is then accented with dried fruits and nuts, and baked until golden brown.

This dish is as tasty as it is comforting. Served with hot tomato sauce and creamy sour cream, it's a perfect meal for the winter season.

This flavorful recipe makes an ideal holiday side dish or entree.

This delicious dish is incredibly appetizing and perfect for entertaining.

Mac and cheese is such a classic dish -- it's tasty, comforting, and easy to make. Serve this variation and you will have a new family favorite.

Mrs. Kostyra's special way of cooking kielbasa ensures a crispy skin.

This classic dinner recipe is a perfect family meal -- plus it freezes great for those nights you need a quick dinner!

This unique and wonderful dish should grace your holiday table -- it's a great addition.

This savory pork dish is surprisingly easy to make; the recipe features a rich reduction sauce flavored with marjoram, onions, and prunes.

These delightful cookies are fun to make and yummy to eat!

The meringue topping makes this rice pudding out-of-this-world delicious!

Mrs. Kostrya's pecan pie recipe is surprisingly easy and unsurprisingly mouthwateringly delicious.

This is a fabulous dessert recipe -- a perfectly sweet dish that deserves a spot on your dessert tray.

Serve lardy cake on holidays and special occasions -- everyone will want seconds.

This recipe will forever hold a special place in your recipe book -- the tart sweetness is worth the time it takes to make.

This is a wonderful dessert to serve for any celebratory occasion.

This wonderful recipe is sweetened with a twist of an orange glaze and a dusting of confectioners' sugar -- a perfect pairing for spice cake.

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