Paprika, Poppy seed, Pot Cheese: My Hungarian Food Memoire and More

Food connects us to our roots. It summons memories of days long ago and brings history to life in our homes. With the right recipe, anyone can become a time traveler.

In Paprika, Poppyseed, Pot Cheese, chef Linda Galenzoski shares her favorite recipes alongside the history of how each dish came to be. When were certain spices added to the Hungarian diet? How did a particular dish change and evolve over time? When did she first experience the dish-and what memories from her childhood does it evoke each time she cooks it?

Readers will learn about the Hungarian people, their culture, and most importantly, their food. The recipes include traditional dishes, updated classics, and all-around comfort foods that home cooks can make. Whether you want to try something new or create a sense of nostalgia making familiar dishes, you will find something to love in these scrumptious main courses and tasty desserts.