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- [Lemon Celebration Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2017/01/22/lemon-celebration-cake/) - Lemon Celebration Cake is a 2-layer cake perfect for birthdays and other celebrations. The cream cheese, lemony frosting and lemon infused cake layers are geared towards die-hard lemon fans.
- [A Polish Summer Dessert Staple:  Fruit (e.g., Peach) Tart](https://hollytrail.com/2020/07/19/a-polish-summer-dessert-staple-fruit-tart-kruchy-placek-z-brzoskwiniami/) - This Polish Peach Tart (Kruchy placek z brzoskwiniami) is made using a simple Polish-style short crust pastry that does not require the dough to be rolled out (though you could do it that way). Make the bottom crust with flour, baking powder, butter, egg yolks, white vinegar, vanilla, and sour cream. Reserve some for the top crust. Place a thick layer of sliced peaches on top of the bottom crust (3.5 to 4 pounds), sprinkle some cinnamon and sugar if desired, sprinkle the reserved crumbly dough over top of the peaches, pop in the oven and bake for about one hour. Delicious for summer and a classic down-home Polish dessert!
- [Basics:  No Fail Polish Chocolate Sponge Cake (Biszkopt ciemny)](https://hollytrail.com/2020/02/17/basics-no-fail-polish-chocolate-sponge-cake-biszkopt-ciemny/) - Polish Chocolate Sponge Cake (Biszkopt ciemny) is made with 6 extra large eggs (separated), 1 cup all-purpose flour, 5 tablespoons cocoa, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 3 tablespoons oil. The cake is similar to Italitan/French genoise cake.
- [Chocolate Crème Diplomate](https://hollytrail.com/2021/12/29/chocolate-creme-diplomate/)
- [Rustic Light Rye Sour Dough Bread (No-Knead)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/10/01/rustic-light-rye-sour-dough-bread/) - Rustic Light Rye Sour Dough Bread (no-knead) is a crusty bread baked in a dutch oven. Prepare the dough in the morning to rise and you can have freshly baked bread by the evening. The rye flour is in the starter, and the rest of the flour is white bread flour.
- [A Summer Staple for Dinner:  Polish Cucumber Salad](https://hollytrail.com/2019/07/26/a-summer-staple-for-dinner-polish-cucumber-salad/) - Polish cucumber salad, "mizeria," is a delightful summer salad made with thinly sliced cucumbers, lemon juice, dill, and sour cream.
- [Bakery-Style Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2021/05/31/bakery-style-peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-cookies/)
- [A Delicious Banana Bundt Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2021/05/22/a-delicious-banana-bundt-cake/)
- [Traditional Crustless Polish Cheesecake (Sernik wiedeński)](https://hollytrail.com/2021/01/30/traditional-crustless-polish-cheesecake-sernik-wiedenski/)
- [Double-Crust Polish Plum Pie (Półkruche ciasto ze śliwkami)](https://hollytrail.com/2019/09/30/double-crust-polish-plum-pie-polkruche-ciasto-ze-sliwkami/) - Double-Crust Polish Plum Pie (Półkruche ciasto ze śliwkami). The recipe makes a large rectangular double-crust sweet pastry filled with about 800 grams of Italian plums. It's the Polish version of a fruit pie and it's delicious!
- [Polish Easter Babka (Babka Wielkanocna)](https://hollytrail.com/2020/05/25/polish-easter-babka-babka-wielkanocna/) - Polish Easter Babka (Babka Wielkanocna) may take you a little over a half a day to make, but it is essential for a successful Polish Easter celebration. The ingredients include 2 packets of active dry yeast dissolved in some warmed milk and sugar with some flour mixed in to make the sponge. Mix egg yolks, sugar, lemon and orange zests, and vanilla and almond extracts together. Mix in the sponge and enough flour (with some warm milk) to form a ball. Add in raising and candied orange peel, knead, let rise for 3-5 hours, brush with whole egg, and bake for about 30 minutes. Dust with confectioners sugar before serving with butter, or glaze with a mixture of confectioners sugar and lemon/orange juice. Light and delicious!
- [A Bundt for Charlie Brown:  Chocolate-Peanut Butter Marble Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2018/03/18/a-bundt-for-charlie-brown-chocolate-peanut-butter-marble-cake/) - Chocolate-Peanut Butter Marble Cake. A moist, dense Bundt cake with a subtle peanut flavor. A perfect coffee or snack cake. It's my Charlie Brown Cake!
- [Grilled Salmon with Dill-Caper-Mustard Sauce](https://hollytrail.com/2020/03/14/grilled-salmon-with-dill-caper-mustard-sauce/) - To make Grilled Salmon with Dill-Caper-Mustard Sauce, you need: 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets (four 6 oz. pieces) to grill, salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, oil to coat fillets before grilling, 8 slices of lemon, and 4-8 dill sprigs. The sauce is made with 2 tablespoons olive oil, juice from 1 medium lemon, 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon capers, freshly ground pepper to taste, and chopped dill.
- [Early American Savoy Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2021/02/21/early-american-savoy-cakes/)
- [Homemade Farmer's Cheese (pot cheese, twaróg, ser biały, quark, творог, tvorog)](https://hollytrail.com/2020/11/28/basic-fresh-pot-cheese-twarog-ser-bialy-quark-творог-tvorog/) - Make fresh pot cheese that is used in many Polish, German, Russian, and Ukrainian desserts, such as cheesecake and cheese-filled crepes. To make, mix Greek or Indian-style yogurt into milk, let stand for 4-7 days, heat for about 45 minutes, let cool 2 hours, and then strain through a kitchen cloth set in a colander. The whey that is strained from the cheese can be used for other purposes.
- [Basic Dough and Techniques for Making Polish Pierogi](https://hollytrail.com/2021/01/02/basic-dough-and-techniques-for-making-polish-pierogi/)
- [Old-Style Polish Gingerbread Cookies ("Pierniczki Staropolskie")](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/27/old-style-polish-gingerbread-cookies-pierniczki-staropolskie/) - Polish Gingerbread Cookies (Pierniczki Staropolskie). A traditional Polish honey cookie that dates back to the Middle Ages. Recipe works with gluten-free flour. Use Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour such as from Red Bob's Mill.
- [Polish Christmas Honey Gingerbread ("Piernik")](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/26/polish-christmas-gingerbread-layered-honey-gingerbread-with-dark-chocolate-glaze/) - Polish Christmas Honey Gingerbread (“Piernik”). Glazed with chocolate, this traditional honey spice cake is layered with a prune filling. It is delicious!!!
- [An Irresistible Fall Treat:  Polish Plum Slab Tart (Kruche Ciasto ze Śliwkami)](https://hollytrail.com/2020/10/10/an-irresistible-fall-treat-polish-plum-slab-tart-kruche-ciasto-ze-sliwkami/) - Polish Plum Slab Tart (Kruche Ciasto ze Śliwkami) is made with a double-crust : flour, some sugar, butter, egg yolks (4), paking poweder, and vanilla extract. About 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 pounds of plums are needed for the filling. Plums are only lightly sweetened. This rustic Polish plum tart is a terrific late summer/fall treat.
- [Polish Plum Cake (Ciasto ze Śliwkami)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/08/polish-plum-cake-ciasto-ze-sliwkami/) - Polish Plum Cake (Ciasto ze Śliwkami) using fresh plums and a touch of spice. For the cake you’ll need: 2 pounds fresh plums (any variety, but Italian plums are best); 4 ounces unsalted butter; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; zest of 1 lemon; 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 teaspoons salt; and 3/4 cup milk. For the topping you'll need: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Use confectioners sugar for dusting.
- [Labor Day 2018:  Grilled Ground Beef Cutlets](https://hollytrail.com/2018/09/03/labor-day-2018-grilled-ground-beef-cutlets/) - Ground beef cutlet recipe that is great for making tasty lean beef burgers, plain cutlets, and even pan fried meatballs.
- [2019 Summer Trip to Poland - Part 1:  Old Town Warsaw and Chopin's Birthplace](https://hollytrail.com/2020/09/05/2019-summer-trip-to-poland-part-1-old-town-warsaw-and-chopins-birthplace/) - We had a fabulous summer vacation to Warsaw, visiting Old Town and later Cracow, Wieliczka, Czestochowa, and Oswiecim (Auschwitz-Berkinau concentration camps/museums). This is Part I in a series of articles about our trip.
- [The Ultimate Plum Cake:  Yeast Required](https://hollytrail.com/2018/10/20/the-ultimate-plum-cake-yeast-required/) - German/Polish Yeasted Plum Cake. With extra plums on hand, make this traditional, yeast-based cake for a delicious fall dessert! The dough has great flavor with the additions of lemon zest and almond and vanilla extracts. The crumb topping crowns this delicious cake.
- [Basics:  Lemon Curd](https://hollytrail.com/2019/03/24/basics-lemon-curd/) - Tangy lemon curd made in 15-20 minutes. Whisk lemon juice from 2 lemons, 6 T butter, 1 1/4 cups sugar, and 3 eggs over medium low heat until thickened. Mix in lemon zest from the lemons. Store in refrigerator for up to 1 to 2 weeks.
- [Basic Caramel Sauce](https://hollytrail.com/2019/01/04/basic-caramel-sauce/) - Caramel Sauce--1 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons corn syrup, 2 tablespoons water, 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Makes 1 1/3 cups sauce.
- [The Basics:  Dark Chocolate Glaze](https://hollytrail.com/2017/08/05/the-basics-dark-chocolate-glaze/) - Dark chocolate glaze for glazing cakes and cookies.
- [Backyard Friends 2020](https://hollytrail.com/2020/07/25/backyard-friends-2020/) - Meet our backyard friends! Included are deer, a Blue Jay, cardinal, Barred Owl, hawk, woodpecker, turtle, and baby bird, among others.
- [No Bread Flour?  No worries.  You Still Can Make Delicious Homemade Bread with All-Purpose Flour!](https://hollytrail.com/2020/07/17/no-bread-flour-no-worries-you-still-can-make-delicious-homemade-bread-with-all-purpose-flour/) - Country Bread (using all-purpose flour and dry yeast). Make great homemade bread! 4 overflowing cups flour (3 1/2 white flour, 1/2 rye or whole wheat, or all 4 white flour); 2 teaspoons active dry yeast; 2 1/4 cups lukewarm water; 2 teaspoons salt. There are two rises. Proofing basket and Dutch Oven are recommended.
- [A Beginner's Polish Berry Tart (Kruche ciasto z truskawkami i malinami)](https://hollytrail.com/2020/07/13/a-beginners-polish-berry-tart-kruche-ciasto-z-truskawkami-i-malinami/) - Quick Polish Strawberry and Raspberry Fruit Tart (Kruche ciasto z truskawkami i malinami): 3 cups berries (strawberries and raspberries); 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; lemon zest from 1/2 a lemon; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or 1 1/2 tablespoons white sugar). The pastry dough is made from 2 2/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup unsalted butter, cut into 1 tablespoon pieces (2 sticks or 8 ounces); 1 large egg; 1 large egg yolk; and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Dust finished tart with powdered sugar to serve. powdered sugar for dusting
- [Polish Teacake:  "Fruitcake"  (Keks Bakaliowy)](https://hollytrail.com/2018/07/07/polish-teacake-fruitcake-keks-bakaliowy/) - Polish Teacake ("Fruitcake"): Keks Bakaliowy. A delicious teacake studded with dried fruits.
- [Roast Duck for Six Stuffed with Apples (Kaczka pieczona z jabłkami)](https://hollytrail.com/2020/01/04/roast-duck-for-six-stuffed-with-apples-kaczka-pieczona-z-jablkami/) - Make roast duck--two of them to feed 6--that is tender and delicious! Start preparing ducks a couple of hours ahead of baking by seasoning with salt, pepper, and marjoram. Stuff with sliced apples (preferably tart apples). Pour a glaze of honey, beer, marjoram, and garlic over top and then roast for about 15 minutes. Then cover, reduce the heat, and braise for an hour. Remove the cover, increase the temperature again and roast for about 15 minutes. The pan drippings make a delicious gravy!
- [For a Large Crowd:  Potluck Polish Ground Beef Cutlets (Kotlety mielone z mięsa wołowego)](https://hollytrail.com/2020/07/03/for-a-large-crowd-potluck-polish-ground-beef-cutlets-kotlety-mielone-z-miesa-wolowego/) - Polish Ground Beef Cutlets (Kotlety mielone z mięsa wołowego). A traditional Polish main course, which includes: ground beef (or beef and pork mixture), lots of sauteed onion, salt, ground black pepper, chopped parsley, breadcrumbs, milk, and eggs. Recipe is designed to feed a crowd, but see the Note at the bottom for downsized ingredients.
- [Spring Flowers 2020](https://hollytrail.com/2020/06/06/spring-flowers-2020/) - Spring flowers, courtesy of our backyard.
- [Homemade Candied Orange Peel for Breads, Cookies and Cakes](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/17/homemade-candied-orange-peel-for-breads-cookies-and-cakes/) - Save your peels and make candied orange peel at home! Add it to spice cakes, cookies and more. It's easier to make than you think!
- [Marinade for Grilled Chicken Fajitas](https://hollytrail.com/2019/02/18/marinade-for-grilled-chicken-fajitas/) - A tangy lime/cumin marinade for chicken fajitas. Makes enough to marinade 4 to 6 chicken breasts.
- [Polish Apple Pancakes (Placki z jabłkami)](https://hollytrail.com/2020/03/07/polish-apple-pancakes-placki-z-jablkami/) - These pancakes are moist and delicious with the addition of apples. This is a one-bowl, all at once method for making the pancake batter. In a medium bowl, add all the batter ingredients together. Start with the wet ingredients and then add the dry ingredients on top. Therefore, add to the bowl 2 eggs, 1 cup yogurt, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 1 cup milk (might need more later), 1 1/4 cups flour, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp salt, 2 tsp sugar, 3/4 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp baking powder. Mix into the batter one grated apple and one sliced apple to the batter. Fry until golden brown.
- [Best Candied Orange Peel for Breads, Cakes, and Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2020/01/04/best-candied-orange-peel-for-breads-cakes-and-cookies/) - Make delicious candied orange peel that is perfect for your baking needs. The recipe uses the peel from 3-4 oranges, 2 cups water and 2 1/2 cups sugar. Simmer for about 3 hours. Stores in the refrigerator for up to 4 months.
- [Breakfast Pancakes](https://hollytrail.com/2019/11/11/breakfast-pancakes/) - Special pancakes for special occasions. The batter is made with 1 1/4 cups flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 Tbsp brown sugar, one egg, 1 cup milk or buttermilk, 1 Tbsp oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add grated apple or applesauce to the batter. Fill with chocolate chips, blueberries, or chopped peaches for even better pancakes. To serve, top with fresh fruit and maple syrup. Yum!
- [Montoso Gardens Special Part 3: An Exciting Hike Through the Rainforest](https://hollytrail.com/2019/10/12/montoso-gardens-special-part-3-an-exciting-hike-through-the-rainforest/) - Part III of a three part series of articles about Montoso Gardens, located on the border of the Maricao State Forest and one of Puerto Rico's tropical rainforests. The gardens have beautiful specimens of plants and trees that are a feast for the eyes. There are tasty tropical fruits as well. What an adventure!
- [Montoso Gardens Special Part 1: San Juan and a Long Drive](https://hollytrail.com/2019/10/06/montoso-gardens-special-part-1-san-juan-and-a-long-drive/) - Part I of a a three part series of articles about Montoso Gardens, located on the border of the Maricao State Forest and one of Puerto Rico's tropical rainforests. The gardens have beautiful specimens of plants and trees that are a feast for the eyes. There are tasty tropical fruits as well. What an adventure!
- [Summer 2019 - Backyard Troublemakers](https://hollytrail.com/2019/08/24/summer-2019-backyard-troublemakers/) - We caught a few of the critters that enjoy our backyard garden on camera. Summer 2019 at its best.
- [Montoso Gardens Special Part 2: Tropical Plants, The River, and Cacao](https://hollytrail.com/2019/10/08/montoso-gardens-special-part-2-tropical-plants-the-river-and-cacao/) - Part II of a three part series of articles about Montoso Gardens, located on the border of the Maricao State Forest and one of Puerto Rico's tropical rainforests. The gardens have beautiful specimens of plants and trees that are a feast for the eyes. There are tasty tropical fruits as well. What an adventure!
- [Applesauce Cocoa Cake with Chocolate Chips](https://hollytrail.com/2016/10/12/applesauce-cocoa-cake-with-chocolate-chips/) - Applesauce Cocoa Cake with Chocolate Chips. This is a moist, sheet cake that both kids and adults will love.
- [German Plum Cake (Pflaumenkuchen)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/19/german-plum-cake-pflaumenkuchen/) - German Plum Cake (Pflaumenkuchen): A delicious non-yeast version of this traditional German plum cake.
- [Peach Frangipane Tart with an Easy Polish-Style Crust](https://hollytrail.com/2019/08/09/peach-frangipane-tart-with-an-easy-polish-style-crust/) - Polish Peach Frangipane Tart (Tarta frangipaną brzoskwiniową). A delicious peach tart with French almond cream filling a sweet, Polish-style press-in crust.
- [Easy Polish Blueberry Cake with Crumb Topping [Ciasto jagodowe z kruszonką]](https://hollytrail.com/2019/07/21/easy-polish-blueberry-cake-with-crumb-topping-ciasto-jagodowe-z-kruszonka/) - This is a simple snack or coffee cake that showcases summer fruits, like blueberries, but also works with cherries, plums, or other stone fruits. For the batter mix together 2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2/3 cup sugar, zest of half a lemon, 6 tablespoons butter, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2/3 cup milk. Spread batter into 9 x 13 pan. Top with 3 cups of blueberries. Top with crumb mixture of 3/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 flour, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and 4 tablespoons butter. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
- [A Delicious British Classic:  Victoria Sandwich](https://hollytrail.com/2019/06/09/a-delicious-british-classic-victoria-sandwich/) - Victoria sponge cake filled with a layer of jam and a layer of sweetened whipped cream. A light and delicious cake that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- [Summer Insects](https://hollytrail.com/2019/07/06/summer-insects/) - Summer insects in the backyard in Northern Virginia are dominated by bees especially around lunchtime! But dragonflies are also exciting to observe. There is a lot of interesting activity on the other side of your kitchen window!
- [A Family Favorite:  ANZAC Biscuits](https://hollytrail.com/2019/06/02/a-family-favorite-anzac-biscuits/) - ANZAC Biscuits. Delicious and quick to make: oats, coconut (optional), flour, sugar, butter, honey or golden syrup, baking soda and boiling water.
- [April/May Flowers](https://hollytrail.com/2019/06/02/april-may-flowers/) - Flowers in bloom, including peonies, daffodils, roses, and orchids. Beautiful!
- [Rectangular Lemon Layer Cake Anyone?](https://hollytrail.com/2019/05/04/rectangular-lemon-layer-cake-anyone/) - An elegant, rectangular lemon layer cake with lemon buttercream frosting in the middle and on top, but not on the sides! A sprinkling of graham cracker crumbs over top and apricot jam in between a couple of the layers adds an extra dimension to the cake. With its rectangular shape, it is easy to cut and serve.
- [Spring 2019:  Backyard Wildlife in Northern Virginia](https://hollytrail.com/2019/04/06/spring-2019-backyard-wildlife-in-northern-virginia/) - Spring is here! Before the trees are full of leaves, we spotted a few birds doing their thing, such as a morning dove, robin, hark, and vulture. Of course, there is our trusty squirrel running around, but unfortunately no litter of baby foxes this year.
- [The Foxes Are Back 2019](https://hollytrail.com/2019/02/16/the-foxes-are-back-2019/) - Virginia red foxes in the backyard--a beautiful sight to see! Making their home under our shed, they come out to play, sleep, hunt, and get caught on camera!
- [Spiced Pumpkin Bundt Cake with Streusel Filling and Brown Butter Glaze](https://hollytrail.com/2018/11/11/spiced-pumpkin-bundt-cake-with-streusel-filling-and-brown-butter-glaze/) - This is a tasty pumpkin Bundt cake with a brown sugar streusel filling and brown butter glaze. To make the cake, you'll need 3 cups all-purpose flour, 5 tsp ground spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves), baking soda, salt, 2 1/3 cups sugar, 1 cup butter, 4 eggs, 1 15 ounce can of unsweetened pumpkin puree, and a cup of sour cream.
- [Ukrainian Honey Cake or Polish Honey Cake?  [Medivnyk or Miodownik?]](https://hollytrail.com/2019/02/09/ukrainian-honey-cake-or-polish-honey-cake-medivnyk-or-miodownik/) - This recipe is for a holiday Ukrainian/Polish honey Bundt cake. Mix together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 3/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon cocoa (optional), 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 cup honey (liquid), 1 heaping teaspoon orange zest (optional), and 1 cup milk. Dust with confectioner's sugar before serving. Though the recipe does not include spices, it can easily be adapted to include spices. It's a simple but delicious cake traditionally served around Christmas and New Year's. Kids love it!
- [Birthday Celebrations:  Glazed Chocolate Torte](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/04/birthday-celebrations-glazed-chocolate-torte/) - A delicious and elegant chocolate cake with four layers that are filled with chocolate whipped cream and covered in a dark chocolate glaze.
- [A Different Kind of Cookie:  Raisin-Coconut Christmas Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2019/01/02/a-different-kind-of-cookie-raisin-coconut-christmas-cookies/) - Raisin-Coconut Christmas Cookies are made with a cream cheese-based pastry dough that is filled with raisins, coconut, raspberry jam, and cinnamon. A unique and special cookie that is d-e-l-i-c-i-o-u-s!
- [Same-Day Polish Honey Gingerbread Cookies (Pierniczki)](https://hollytrail.com/2018/12/29/same-day-polish-honey-gingerbread-cookies-pierniczki/) - Quick Polish Honey Gingerbread Cookies (pierniczki) you can make in one day. Pierniczki are a must for Christmas. These cookies are made with honey, sugar, butter, spices, flour, baking soda, salt, and egg.
- [Farewell Fritz](https://hollytrail.com/2018/12/01/farewell-fritz/) - Our beloved cat died in the early morning hours of November 26, 2018, a few days after a Thanksgiving Day turkey feast. He lived a long and full life of nearly 25 years. This beautiful tabby will always live in our sweet memories. His final days were heartbreaking, but he has found his freedom. Rest in peace, dear Fritz.
- [Look Who's Watching!](https://hollytrail.com/2018/11/09/look-whos-watching/) - Look who's watching you while you take your peaceful walk outside. You may be relaxing, but the wildlife around you is busy spying on you!
- [Plain Polish Honey Cake ("Miodownik")](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/04/honey-bundt-cake/) - Christmas Honey Bundt Cake. It uses honey without spices, making it very kid-friendly. It is a moist cake that freezes well and is great as a coffee or snack cake. The recipe makes quite a lot of cake, but can be easily halved to make 1 Bundt cake or two loaves.
- [Handy Dandy Hot Milk Lemon Bundt Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2018/10/13/handy-dandy-hot-milk-lemon-bundt-cake/) - Lemon Hot Milk Bundt Cake is based on American vintage hot milk cake recipes. Melted butter and hot milk make magic to result in a light, moist cake that needs little adornment.
- [Party Time:  Best (and Easy!) Halloween Layer Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2018/10/30/party-time-best-and-easy-halloween-layer-cake/) - This Halloween Party cake has a tinted cream cheese frosting in between 4 layers of moist chocolate cake. A delicious and elegant ganache is then poured over top and left to drip over the sides of the cake. A simple decoration of orange and black sprinkles around the top of the cake is the final Halloween touch.
- [Banana Bread Hits the Spot](https://hollytrail.com/2018/10/21/banana-bread-hits-the-spot/) - Banana bread (with chocolate chips on top, of course!) is the perfect solution when you find yourself stuck with a bunch of overripe bananas. Quick, easy, and very tasty!
- [Glazed Pumpkin Bundt Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/07/glazed-pumpkin-bundt-cake/) - Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake with an Orange Glaze made even more delicious with Greek yogurt.
- [Sights from Hawksbill Mountain in Shenandoah National Park in Virginia](https://hollytrail.com/2018/10/04/sights-from-hawksbill-mountain-in-shenandoah-national-park-in-virginia/) - A few photos from the trail going up Hawksbill Mountain in Shenandoah National Park in Virginia.
- [The Versatile (and so easy!) Raspberry Crumb Bar](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/13/the-versatile-and-so-easy-raspberry-crumb-bar/) - Raspberry Crumb Bars. Crumbly shortbread with raspberry jam. Perfect for any occasion!
- [Pie in a Bar:  Pecan Pie Bars](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/21/pie-in-a-bar-pecan-pie-bars/) - Pecan Pie Bars are perfect for holiday parties. These bars have a buttery pecan crust with a chewy pecan filling.
- [Quick and Delicious:  Magic Squares](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/22/quick-and-delicious-magic-squares/) - Magic Squares: Delicious bar cookies with a graham cracker crust, chocolate chips, coconut, and condensed milk. It's so easy to make!
- [The Best Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies (with Cream Cheese)](https://hollytrail.com/2018/09/30/the-best-soft-and-chewy-chocolate-chip-cookies-with-cream-cheese/) - The best of the best chewy chocolate chip cookies. There is a slight twist to the traditional recipe: the addition of cream cheese! The ingredients include: flour, salt, baking soda, brown sugar, butter, cream cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips. The addition of cream cheese and using only brown sugar elevate the simple chocolate chip cookie to a whole new level of deliciousness!
- [Healthy Snacks Made at Home:  Chewy Granola Bars](https://hollytrail.com/2018/07/15/healthy-snacks-made-at-home-chewy-granola-bars/) - Chewy Granola Bars with a touch of honey. Oats, nuts, sunflower seeds, coconut, and dried fruits make for a delicious granola bar!
- [For Breakfast or a Snack:  Honey Granola with Dried Cranberries, Raisins, and Almonds](https://hollytrail.com/2018/09/10/for-breakfast-or-a-snack-honey-granola-with-dried-cranberries-raisins-and-almonds/) - Home-made granola cereal with a touch of honey and studded with dried cranberries, raisins, and chopped almonds. Easy and delicious!
- [Virginia Gray Squirrels](https://hollytrail.com/2018/09/07/virginia-gray-squirrels/) - In Virginia, there are six species of squirrel: Eastern Fox Squirrel, Gray Squirrel, Red Squirrel, Delmarva Peninsula Fox Squirrel, Northern Flying Squirrel, and Southern Flying Squirrel. The last three are endangered species. For the other three, hunting season is underway. It started September 1st and ends February 28 this year. Our squirrels are gray squirrels, but it sure would be nice to see a flying squirrel! 
- [Honey Spice Cake - Lekach](https://hollytrail.com/2018/02/24/honey-spice-cake/) - Honey Spice Cake. A moist cake with a touch of spice and honey. It only needs a dusting of confectioners sugar to make it complete. This honey cake is perfect for holidays or any day!
- [Potato Salad with Celery and Herbs](https://hollytrail.com/2018/09/03/potato-salad-with-celery-and-herbs/) - Potato Salad with Celery and Herbs is full of flavor from the mayonnaise, yogurt, harseradish, and mustard dressing and has a great crunch from the chopped celery. Perfect for a summer picnic!
- [Where are those young foxes?](https://hollytrail.com/2018/08/18/where-are-those-young-foxes/) - Young foxes are still hanging out in our backyard over the summer!
- [Virginia Birds in the Backyard](https://hollytrail.com/2018/08/18/virginia-birds-in-the-backyard/) - Backyard birds in Virginia, including a hawk, red robin, red cardinal, and goldfinches.
- [Blender Muffins:  Peanut Butter and Bananas for Breakfast Anyone?](https://hollytrail.com/2018/01/13/blender-muffins-peanut-butter-and-bananas-for-breakfast-anyone/) - Blender Muffins: Peanut Butter and Banana Muffins for Breakfast. Add some chocolate chips to the batter and make chocolate chip-peanut butter-banana muffins.
- [Peach Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping](https://hollytrail.com/2018/08/10/peach-coffee-cake-with-crumb-topping/) - Peach Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping is a low-key peach layered coffee cake for the summer season. Not too sweet and not too peach heavy, and perfect with coffee or tea!
- [The Best Peach-Blueberry Coffee Crumb Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2018/08/18/the-best-peach-blueberry-coffee-crumb-cake/) - Peaches pair with blueberries for a moist and delicious coffee crumb cake!
- [Polish Coffee Crumb Cake (Placek z Kruszonką)](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/30/polish-coffee-crumb-cake-placek-z-kruszonka/) - Polish Coffee Crumb Cake (Placek z Kruszonką). Moist, tasty and low in sugar. Delicious!
- [Lemon Drizzle Cake (All-in-One Method)](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/08/lemon-drizzle-cake-all-in-one-method/) - Lemon Drizzle Cake (All-in-One-Method). Quick and easy to make, and packed with a lemon punch.
- [Snack Time:  Marble Loaf Cake (Ciasto Marmurkowe)](https://hollytrail.com/2018/02/18/snack-time-marble-loaf-cake-ciasto-marmurkowe/) - Marble Loaf Cake (Ciasto Marmurkowe): A delicious snack cake with both vanilla and chocolate flavors, chocolate chips, and a crunchy crust.
- [Virginia Deer Caught on Camera](https://hollytrail.com/2018/08/10/virginia-deer-caught-on-camera/) - Virginia Deer Caught on Camera, Summer 2018
- [German Potato Salad](https://hollytrail.com/2017/10/07/german-potato-bacon-salad/) - German Potato-Bacon Salad is full of flavor and a versatile dish. It can be a salad if served at room temperature, or a side dish if served warm.
- [Polish Vegetable Salad ("Sałatka Jarzynowa")](https://hollytrail.com/2017/09/29/polish-vegetable-salad/) - Polish Vegetable Salad with diced root vegetables, apple, egg, peas in a creamy dressing.
- [A Pairing of Tomato and Mozzarella:  Insalata Caprese](https://hollytrail.com/2018/07/21/a-pairing-of-tomato-and-mozzarella-insalata-caprese/) - A variation on the traditional tomato, mozzarella, and basil Caprese Salad. Perfect for potluck picnics!
- [Refreshing Fruit Salad for Dessert](https://hollytrail.com/2018/07/23/refreshing-fruit-salad-for-dessert/) - Melon Fruit Salad with citrus dressing.
- [Garden Tomatoes--Summer 2018!](https://hollytrail.com/2018/07/29/garden-tomatoes-summer-2018/) - Garden tomatoes from our Northern Virginia garden. Varieties include Better Boy, Black Krym, Yellow Boy, and Big Rainbow.
- [Baby Foxes Out on Their Own](https://hollytrail.com/2018/07/15/baby-foxes-out-on-their-own/) - It's summertime and the fox cubs are all grown up (sort of) and independent--but still like to hang around our backyard!
- [Mid-Spring Flowers 2018, Northern Virginia-Style](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/21/mid-spring-flowers-2018/) - Mid-Spring flowers are appearing everywhere!
- [Weeds in the Backyard](https://hollytrail.com/2018/06/16/weeds-and-things/) - Photos of common weeds and fungi in the backyard.
- [Long Gone Spring Flowers](https://hollytrail.com/2018/07/08/long-gone-spring-flowers/) - Spring flowers abound in Virginia, such as rose, iris, viburnum, and garlic.
- [Happy Mother's Day 2018](https://hollytrail.com/2018/05/13/happy-mothers-day-2018/) - Happy Mother's Day 2018
- [Chocolate and Peanut Butter Together Again:  Double Chocolate PB Foldover Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2018/06/09/chocolate-and-peanut-butter-together-again-double-chocolate-pb-foldover-cookies/) - Double chocolate chip cookies stuffed with a peanut butter filling are chewy cookies with peanut-y chocolate-y goodness that is out of this world!
- [Grilled Lamb for a Quick, Elegant Dinner](https://hollytrail.com/2018/01/16/grilled-leg-of-lamb-for-a-quick-elegant-dinner/) - Grilled Boneless Leg of Lamb for a Quick Yet Elegant Dinner. Marinate lamb in an ahead of time. Then just grill (or broil) for 11 minutes per side!
- [Melting Away Spring Snow with Hot Cocoa](https://hollytrail.com/2018/03/23/melting-away-spring-snow-with-hot-cocoa/) - Hot cocoa after a few hours playing in the snow sure hits the spot!
- [Cubs' Playground](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/27/cubs-playground/) - Fox cubs have invaded our backyard! But they are so cute, it's hard to be mad.
- [Use Your Dutch Oven!  Braised Beef for Dinner](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/19/use-your-dutch-oven-braised-beef-for-dinner/) - Dutch Oven Braised Beef for dinner. Beef with onions and bell peppers make a delicious main course.
- [German Baumkuchen (Tree Cake)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/01/24/german-baumkuchen-tree-cake/) - German Baumkuchen or Baumtorte is made up of 30+ layers of broiled cake layers made with almond paste base and interspersed with apricot jam.
- [Food Storage Ideas, Courtesy of Mrs. Fox](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/13/food-storage-ideas-courtesy-of-mrs-fox/) - Mrs. Fox burying her prey--a squirrel.
- [Spring Flowers 2018](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/02/spring-flowers-2018/) - Spring Flowers in Northern Virginia. Daffodils, tulips, oregon grape holly, star magnolia, weeping cherry, Virginia bluebells, sprouting moss.
- [Looking Back at Easter 2018:  Baking and Celebration](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/02/looking-back-at-easter-2018-baking-and-celebration/) - A Polish Easter 2018, complete with Easter basket and trip to the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.
- [For the Party Tray:  Profiteroles with Lemon Custard](https://hollytrail.com/2017/01/03/lemon-custard-cream-puffs-with-chocolate-glaze/) - Profiteroles with Lemon Custard for an elegant party tray.
- [For Thanksgiving:  Lemon-Rosemary Corn Muffins](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/20/for-thanksgiving-lemon-rosemary-corn-muffins/) - A twist on a classic: lemon-rosemary corn muffins. A perfect accompaniment to Thanksgiving dinner.
- [Lemon Drizzle Cranberry Bundt Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/04/lemon-drizzle-cranberry-bundt-cake/) - Bundt Cake version of a lemon drizzle cake speckled with cranberries. It's a refreshing addition to the dessert buffet table.
- [Glazed Mint Brownies](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/26/glazed-brownies-with-mint-cream/) - Brownies with Mint Cream and a Dark Chocolate Glaze. These refreshing, 3-layer peppermint brownies complement the holiday dessert table perfectly!
- [Looking Back at Easter 2018:  Chocolate Making](https://hollytrail.com/2018/04/02/look-back-at-easter-2018-chocolate-making/) - Chocolate for Easter 2018. My favorite creations!
- [Meet the Neighbors](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/31/meet-the-neighbors/) - A pair of resident foxes playing in the snow!
- [Foxes' Ordeal](https://hollytrail.com/2018/01/14/foxes-ordeal/) - It's bitter cold and one of our resident foxes suffered an injury. A few days later, it looks like the fox is on the mend and will be OK!
- [Winter 2018:  Where's the Snow?](https://hollytrail.com/2018/02/19/winter-2018-wheres-the-snow/) - Winter 2018 in Northern Virginia. Where's the snow?
- [Springtime Snow in Virginia](https://hollytrail.com/2018/03/23/springtime-snow-in-virginia/) - Spring Snow in Virginia
- [Spanish Marquesa Cakes](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/28/spanish-marquesa-cakes/) - Spanish Marquesa Cakes. Traditional Spanish almond sponge mini-cakes made especially around the holidays.
- [Comfort Food:  Pot Chicken (Poule au Pot)](https://hollytrail.com/2018/01/06/comfort-food-pot-chicken-poule-au-pot/) - The ultimate comfort food: Poule au Pot (Pot Chicken). A traditional French boiled, stuffed chicken meal. Cloves and nutmeg make this the most flavorful boiled chicken you'll ever have!
- [Half the Sugar :  Early American Loaf Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2018/03/10/half-the-sugar-early-american-loaf-cake/) - Early American Loaf Cake with spices and raisins. With less sugar and butter, it makes a great coffee cake even for today's taste buds.
- [Hints of Spring](https://hollytrail.com/2018/03/06/hints-of-spring/) - Photos of emerging spring. A lone crocus makes its grand appearance.
- [Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2017/07/29/oatmeal-raisin-chocolate-chip-cookies/) - Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies
- [Chai Spiced Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/28/chai-spiced-chocolate-chip-cookies/) - Chai Spiced Chocolate Chip Cookies. Just in time for winter, this chocolate chip cookie will give your taste buds a spicy surprise.
- [Valentine's Day Chocolates](https://hollytrail.com/2018/02/13/valentines-day-chocolates/) - Almond Butter Toffees and Almond Bacon Butter Toffees Enrobed in Belgian Chocolate
- [Fat Tuesday Beignets](https://hollytrail.com/2018/02/13/fat-tuesday-beignets/) - New Orleans Beignets
- [Honey Almond Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2018/02/08/honey-almond-cake/) - Honey Almond Cake (Gluten-Free). An easy, gluten-free cake that is great eaten plain, or can be dressed up with fresh fruit for an elegant dessert.
- [Not for the Faint Hearted:  Old Polish Spiced Honey Rye Cookies (Razowe Pierniczki Staropolskie)](https://hollytrail.com/2018/02/08/not-for-the-faint-hearted-old-polish-spiced-honey-rye-cookies-razowe-pierniczki-staropolskie/) - Old Polish Spiced Honey Rye Cookies (Razowe Pierniczki Staropolskie) are crunchy, sharp-tasting dunking cookies. They are well worth the culinary trip to the past!
- [Super Blue Moon and Lunar Eclipse 2018](https://hollytrail.com/2018/02/01/super-blue-moon-and-lunar-eclipse-2018/) - Super Blue Moon and Lunar Eclipse on January 31, 2018. Views of the moon from Virginia, USA.
- [Southern Traditions:  Jam Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2018/01/27/southern-traditions-jam-cake/) - Southern Jam Cake. A traditional cake brought to America from Europe by settlers in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Ohio from Europe. It's a delicious coffee cake for the winter months.
- [Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2017/03/04/kid-treats-chocolate-chip-oatmeal-cookies/) - When raisins for oatmeal cookies are not around, try chocolate chip oatmeal cookies. They are a terrific treat for the kids, big and small.
- [Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2017/10/01/chocolate-chip-cookies-one-egg/) - A variation on the traditional chocolate chip cookie recipe based on one egg. The recipe results in a delicious, chewy cookie.
- [Frosted Brownies](https://hollytrail.com/2016/11/18/frosted-brownies/) - Frosted Brownies with pumpkin and buttermilk.
- [Halloween Spider Black Velvet Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2017/10/28/halloween-spider-black-velvet-cake/) - Halloween Spider Black Velvet Cake with cream cheese frosting and chocolate ganache is frightfully tasty!
- [Easy Chocolate Bundt Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2018/01/30/easy-chocolate-bundt-cake/) - Easy Chocolate Bundt Cake. When you need a simple yet tasty cake, this is the one for you!
- [Happy New Year 2018!](https://hollytrail.com/2018/01/01/happy-new-year-2018/) - New Year 2018 Celebrations.
- [Canapé Spread from Roast Meat (Pasta z Pieczystego)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/30/canape-spread-from-roast-meat-pasta-z-pieczystego/) - Canapé Spread from Roast Meat (Pasta z Pieczystego). A simple, hearty spread made from a left-over roast, a couple of hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, and herbs. It's a great base to make delicious canapés for your next party!
- [Celebrating Beethoven's Birthday](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/16/its-beethovens-birthday/) - Celebrating the famous German composer and pianist Ludwig Van Beethoven through Westphalian food.
- [Christmas 2017](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/25/christmas-2017/) - Christmas 2017
- [German Honey Spice Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/19/honey-spice-cookies/) - German Honey Spice Cookies--light, chewy, delicious honey cookies studded with candied orange peel.
- [Cocoa Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/27/cocoa-cookies/) - Rich, fudgy cocoa cookies that are so decadent that they are reserved for the most dedicated chocoholic.
- [Peppermint Stick-Chocolate Shortbread Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/09/peppermint-stick-chocolate-shortbread-cookies/) - Peppermint Stick-Chocolate Shortbread Cookies are for those who love the combination of mint and chocolate. These cookies are egg-free and great fun for kids to make.
- [December 6th:  St. Nicholas Day!](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/06/december-6th-st-nicholas-day/) - Celebrating Saint Nicholas' Feast day with White Chocolate-Orange Scented Mini-Cakes.
- [Early American Christmas Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/12/early-american-christmas-cookies/) - Early American Christmas Cookies spiced with coriander. These cookies are based on a recipe from Amelia Simmons' 1798 cookbook, "American Cookery." They should be made a few weeks (or even months!) in advance, but are still very good served immediately.
- [Glazed Christmas Spritz Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/10/glazed-christmas-spritz-cookies/) - Glazed Christmas Spritz Cookies. These cookies are made using a cookie press. They are glazed and sprinkled with colored sugar for a festive look.
- [White Poinsettia Spritz Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/11/white-poinsettia-cookies/) - White Poinsettia Spritz Cookies. These delicate Christmas cookies require a cookie press.
- [Christmas Spritz Cookies](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/11/christmas-spritz-cookies/) - Christmas Spritz Cookies. Make these cookies with a cookie press. They are decorated with colored sugar and are a nice substitute for Christmas sugar cookies.
- [Sugar Cookies in Poland](https://hollytrail.com/2017/01/26/sugar-cookies-in-poland/) - Sugar Cookies in Poland. Using Polish basic ingredients resulted in beautifully rustic looking sugar cookies.
- [Christmas Chocolates](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/17/christmas-chocolates/) - Christmas Chocolates Photos
- [Sticky Toffee Bundt Pudding](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/17/sticky-toffee-bundt-pudding/) - Sticky Toffee Bundt Pudding. A moist, delicious classic cake made with dates and slathered in a toffee sauce. Serve warm or at room temperature. A true crowd-pleaser!
- [Country-Style Bread (No-Knead)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/01/08/country-style-bread-no-knead/) - White bread with some whole wheat flour baked in a dutch oven after an 18-hour rise.
- [December's Supermoon](https://hollytrail.com/2017/12/02/decembers-supermoon/) - Photo of the December 2017 Supermoon from our backyard.
- [French Dinner Rolls](https://hollytrail.com/2017/10/06/french-dinner-rolls/) - Light dinner rolls made from an egg-enriched yeast dough typically used to make pissaladière à la Niçoise.
- [Happy Thanksgiving 2017!](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/23/happy-thanksgiving-2017/) - A series of photos with Thanksgiving Day cranberries.
- [Honey-Glazed Chicken on Couscous](https://hollytrail.com/2016/10/29/honey-glazed-chicken-platter-on-couscous/) - Honey-Glazed Chicken on Couscous Platter is a great, cold potluck main dish. Chicken breasts are basted with a honey glaze during roasting. This dish can be served warm or cold.
- [Chicken Croquettes](https://hollytrail.com/2016/11/04/chicken-croquettes/) - Chicken Croquettes are made using leftover, cooked chicken. This is a great use of chicken from chicken soup.
- [Cranberry-Apple Chicken (Slow Cooker)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/01/06/cranberry-apple-chicken-slow-cooker/) - Seasonal low-fat chicken breast main course prepared in a slow-cooker with cranberries and apples.
- [Thanksgiving Vegetables:  Brussels Sprouts](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/21/brussels-sprouts-for-thanksgiving/) - Sweet and sour Brussels sprouts and bacon for the Thanksgiving Day table.
- [Honey-Pecan Bars](https://hollytrail.com/2016/11/19/pecan-bars/) - Honey and Pecan come together in this bar that's for nut lovers only. A heavy chocolate glaze gives the bars an extra dimension.
- [Pumpkin-Chocolate Bundt Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/21/glazed-pumpkin-chocolate-bundt-cake/) - Pumpkin-Chocolate Bundt Cake glazed with chocolate ganache. Perfect pairing of pumpkin and chocolate for a down-to-earth cake.
- [Day of the Dead:  Pan de Muerto  (Dead Man's Bread)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/02/day-of-the-dead-pan-de-muerto-dead-mans-bread/) - Dead Man's Bread is baked for the Mexican celebration on November 1st/2nd, the Day of the Dead. It's an aromatic soft, sweet bread baked in honor of deceased relatives.
- [Perfect for Fall:  Pear Upside-Down Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2017/10/16/no-pineapple-pear-upside-down-cake/) - Pear Upside-Down Cake with a delicious caramel topping.
- [Pumpkin Stuffed Coffee Crumb Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/09/pumpkin-stuffed-coffee-crumb-cake/) - Pumpkin Coffee Crumb Cake. Spiced pumpkin puree sandwiched between two light cake layers and topped with a cinnamon crumb streusel.
- [Creamy Chicken Cacciatore](https://hollytrail.com/2017/06/03/creamy-chicken-cacciatore/) - Creamy chicken cacciatore is a hearty main dish with tender, juicy chicken breasts, peppers, and olives in a creamy tomato sauce.
- [Basics:  Sour Dough Starter](https://hollytrail.com/2017/09/10/basics-sour-dough-starter/) - Steps for making a sour dough starter.
- [What is this???](https://hollytrail.com/2017/11/10/photo-of-the-week-what-is-this/) - Photo of a bottle top
- [Mini-Glazed Polish Cocoa Cakes ("Murzynek")](https://hollytrail.com/2017/10/09/glazed-polish-cocoa-brownie-cake-murzynek/) - A variation on the traditional cocoa brownie cake. The cake is cut into serving pieces and glazed with a dark chocolate glaze and decorated with white chocolate. Great for potlucks or parties.
- [Happy Halloween](https://hollytrail.com/2017/10/31/happy-halloween/) - Photograph of Halloween Pirate decoration.
- [Spiced Pumpkin Bread](https://hollytrail.com/2017/02/10/spiced-pumpkin-bread/) - Spiced Pumpkin Bread is a moist loaf cake that is excellent with coffee/tea or as a snack cake. It is a perfect fall dessert.
- [Toffee Bars](https://hollytrail.com/2017/01/08/toffee-bars/) - Toffee crust spread with melted semi-sweet chocolate and sprinkled with crushed pecans.
- [German Apple-Almond Cake](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/16/german-apple-almond-cake/) - German Apple Cake with almond paste and an apricot glaze.
- [Spiced Jumbals (Early American)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/09/03/spiced-jumbals-early-american/) - Early American Spiced Jumbals from Mary Randolph's 1838 cookbook, "The Virginia Housewife."
- [Chicken and Ham Salad Pastry Puffs](https://hollytrail.com/2017/09/24/chicken-and-ham-salad-pastry-puffs/) - Chicken and Ham Salad Pastry Puffs for an elegant appetizer or luncheon.
- [Beef Hot Pot (German - Westphalia)](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/16/beef-hot-pot-german-westphalia/) - Traditional Beef Hot Pot coming out of Westphalia, Germany.
- [Hussar-Style Beef in Mushroom Wine Sauce (Poland)](https://hollytrail.com/2017/02/11/hussar-roast-beef-with-mushroom-wine-sauce-poland/) - Hussar-Style Beef is an old Polish beef dish with breadcrumbs and onions. The beef simmers in a covered casserole on the stove for for a couple of hours. Then breadcrumbs and finely-chopped raw onions are added to give the dish a sharp bite. Serve with a traditional, Polish-style creamy mushroom sauce.
- [Potato Pancakes (German)](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/16/potato-pancakes-german-2/) - A version of German potato pancakes using grated potatoes.
- [German White Cabbage Salad with Bacon](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/16/german-white-cabbage-salad-with-bacon/) - German White Cabbage Salad with Bacon. Can be served as a (warm or cold side dish.
- [The Basics:  Choux Pastry (Cream Puff Shells)](https://hollytrail.com/2016/12/09/the-basics-choux-paste-cream-puff-shells/) - The Basics: Choux Pastry (Cream Puff Shells). These pastry shells can form the base for many elegant desserts, appetizers, and savory dishes.

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- [Bread](https://hollytrail.com/tag/bread/)
- [Polish](https://hollytrail.com/tag/polish/)
- [Bundt](https://hollytrail.com/tag/bundt/)
- [Cakes](https://hollytrail.com/tag/cakes/)
- [Birthday](https://hollytrail.com/tag/birthday/)
- [Salad](https://hollytrail.com/tag/salad/)
- [Confections](https://hollytrail.com/tag/confections/)
- [Sides](https://hollytrail.com/tag/sides/)
- [Italian](https://hollytrail.com/tag/italian/)
- [Kids](https://hollytrail.com/tag/kids/)
- [Entrees](https://hollytrail.com/tag/entrees/)
- [Dinner](https://hollytrail.com/tag/dinner/)
- [Dairy-Free](https://hollytrail.com/tag/dairy-free/)
- [Photos](https://hollytrail.com/tag/photos/)
- [Thanksgiving](https://hollytrail.com/tag/thanksgiving/)
- [Mexican](https://hollytrail.com/tag/mexican/)
- [British](https://hollytrail.com/tag/british/)
- [Spanish](https://hollytrail.com/tag/spanish/)
- [Gluten-Free](https://hollytrail.com/tag/gluten-free/)
- [Muffins](https://hollytrail.com/tag/muffins/)
- [Easy](https://hollytrail.com/tag/easy/)
- [Breakfast](https://hollytrail.com/tag/breakfast/)
- [Drinks](https://hollytrail.com/tag/drinks/)
- [Easter](https://hollytrail.com/tag/easter/)
- [Foxes](https://hollytrail.com/tag/foxes/)
- [Lemon](https://hollytrail.com/tag/lemon/)
- [Flowers](https://hollytrail.com/tag/flowers/)
- [Summer](https://hollytrail.com/tag/summer/)
- [Snacks](https://hollytrail.com/tag/snacks/)
- [Vintage](https://hollytrail.com/tag/vintage/)
- [Ukrainian](https://hollytrail.com/tag/ukrainian/)