Make delicious yogurt pancakes for a slim waistlineStart your day with light and fluffy yogurt pancakes topped with berry sauce, a guilt-free treat that won't compromise your waistline. This easy recipe is sure to please the whole family.
Simple mushroom caviar with tomatoes for winterThis recipe for mushroom caviar with tomatoes is perfect for preserving and enjoying during winter, as explained by Marina Nartova from Barnaul.
Altai chef shares pumpkin soup recipeBarnaul chef Artyom Sarokin (Altai Krai, Russia) shared a delicate pumpkin cream soup anyone can make; it can be served alone or topped with croutons, seeds, bacon, or shrimp.
Yugra resident shares muffin recipeA resident of Yugra (Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug, Russia) shared a quick, homemade muffin recipe that takes about 35 minutes and can include raisins, chocolate, or candied fruit.
Make Eggplant Preserves for WinterFive simple, tested recipes show how to preserve eggplants for winter, offering spreads, marinated mixes, and savory preserves to enhance everyday dinners and holiday tables.
Pumpkin Muffins with Cinnamon and NutsA 51.RU reader (51.RU news site) shares a step-by-step pumpkin muffin recipe with cinnamon and nuts, easy to reproduce at home for cozy autumn baking.
Bake a lingonberry pie from YugraSurgut resident Irina Kuznetsova shares a simple yeast‑dough lingonberry pie recipe for cozy autumn tea gatherings in Yugra, emphasizing the berry’s vitamins and the option to add an easy sour‑cream topping.
Cranberries for Winter: 7 Easy RecipesAutumn ushers in cranberry season in northern regions. With little time, you can turn the vitamin-rich berry into classic preserves and a piquant sauce to complement meats, salads, baked goods, and desserts.
Novosibirsk doctors assess sauerkraut’s effectsNovosibirsk physicians explain how traditionally fermented sauerkraut supports gut health and immunity, and who should limit it because of salt, acids, gas formation, and histamine. They outline benefits, contraindications, and calorie considerations.
Pumpkin soup with barley and mushroom ushkiAt the Legend culinary olympiad in Perm, St. Petersburg chef Ilya Lazerson presented a creamy pumpkin-and-barley soup paired with crisp mushroom ushki, combining classic flavors with an elegant modern technique.
Make hot chocolate at home: two easy recipesThis is a great autumn drink that lifts the mood and adds energy during cold spells. Here are two quick, simple ways to make hot chocolate yourself using chocolate or cocoa powder.
Arkhangelsk home cook shares apple-lingonberry piesAsima Staritsyna, a resident of Konyevo village (Arkhangelsk Oblast, Russia), describes how to make yeast dough and a tangy apple‑lingonberry filling, and explains a small surprise she tucks into the pastries.
Back to school: childhood recipes Muscovites makeAhead of Teachers’ Day in Russia, the Food.ru media platform lists the school dishes most searched by Moscow users and shares easy recipes, from the canteen’s mini pizza to sausage gravy, reviving flavors many associate with carefree school breaks.
Doctor explains pistachios’ benefits and risksUltrasound diagnostics physician and Invitro (INVITRO) medical expert Olesya Stupak outlines pistachios’ benefits and drawbacks, explaining how roasting and salt change their impact and why pairing them with beer can increase health risks.
How to Make Fluffy KotletyA famed 1952 Soviet cookbook outlines simple rules that yield fluffy, browned kotlety (minced meat patties). These time‑tested tips explain the right bread, fat and onion, and why you should skip eggs.
Try these tender chicken liver frittersA simple, time-saving recipe for soft, aromatic chicken liver fritters that cook quickly and are easy enough for any weekday meal.
Pickled cabbage in 24 hoursA reporter from Murmansk shares an easy pickled cabbage recipe that needs no sterilization and is ready in 24 hours. The snack turns out crisp and moderately tangy, suitable for everyday meals or a festive table.
Apple charlotte with lemon zestA 51.ru journalist from Murmansk shares a quick, foolproof apple charlotte recipe brightened with lemon zest, which adds fresh aroma and a pleasant tang. The simple batter surrounds apples for a tender, airy crumb.
Nizhnevartovsk resident grows purple potatoResidents of Yugra are harvesting potato crops. A Nizhnevartovsk (Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug, Russia) gardener has grown a dark-purple variety and explained how it tastes and how best to cook and use it.
Komi-Permyak woman shares recipe for surMarking the centenary of the Komi-Permyak Okrug (Komi-Permyatsky okrug), a resident of Mizhueva (Perm Krai) explains how she prepares sur, a ritual rye drink resembling kvass or beer, using a Russian stove and a time‑consuming method.
Samara grower cultivates 100 grape varietiesVeteran factory worker Yuriy Kazakov near Samara has tended a backyard vineyard for three decades, raising about 100 varieties while explaining planting, pruning, winter protection, disease control, and turning the harvest into wine and preserves.
Pickle Slippery Jacks: Four Proven RecipesFour simple methods for pickling slippery jack mushrooms at home, from classic to spicy, with onion, garlic, and mustard variations for a quick winter appetizer.
Store Zucchini for Winter: Agronomist’s TipsExperienced agronomist Tatyana Kuznetsova from Altai Krai (Siberia, Russia) explains how to select, pack, and place zucchini so they keep for up to five months at home, avoiding moisture, ethylene exposure, and temperature swings.
