diff --git a/src/mazurek.md b/src/mazurek.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5edf8c9 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/mazurek.md @@ -0,0 +1,38 @@ +# Mazurek + +Mazurek is a traditional Polish flat cake made in many homes for Easter. Many +different toppings are possible. + +## Ingredients + +* 2 1/2 cups flour +* 1/4 cup powdered sugar +* 200g (7 oz) butter +* 1 tablespoon 18% sour cream +* 2 egg yolks +* topping: for example [orange jam](orange-jam.html) from 4 oranges +* optional additional toppings/decorations: + * walnuts + * pecans + * raisins + * sliced almonds + +## Directions + +1. Put flour and butter in a bowl. +2. Cut the butter with a sharp knife into tiny pieces, mixing with the flour. +3. Add egg yolks, sugar, sour cream, and a pinch of salt. +4. Knead well and form into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and let chill in fridge + for about an hour. +5. Roll out flat and place in large baking sheet (this should be enough for a + 25x35cm/10x14in sheet) on top of parchment paper. +6. Make little holes with fork in the dough. +7. Bake for 15-20 minutes in 200°C (395°F). +8. Let cool before spreading topping. +9. Decorate with nuts or other toppings. + +## Contribution + +- Martin Chrzanowski -- [website](https://m-chrzan.xyz), [donate](https://m-chrzan.xyz/crypto.html) + +;tags: polish easter traditional dessert diff --git a/src/orange-jam.md b/src/orange-jam.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..48a9635 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/orange-jam.md @@ -0,0 +1,28 @@ +# Orange jam + +This jam is a traditional topping for the Polish [mazurek](mazurek.html), but +can be used as a generic sweet spread. + +## Ingredients + +* 4 medium sized oranges +* 1 lemon +* 1 1/2 cup sugar + +## Directions + +1. Zest all fruit. +2. Peel off the albedo (the white part under the skin). +3. Blend the fruit (not too much, it doesn't need to become an even mush, just + cut up into small pieces). +4. Combine the blended fruit, zest, and sugar in a pot. +5. Bring to boil and boil for 30-40 minutes on low heat. The mixture will + thicken as water evaporates. Note that it will thicken even further once it + cools, so don't boil for too long - it is expected to be still a little runny + at the end of boiling. + +## Contribution + +- Martin Chrzanowski -- [website](https://m-chrzan.xyz), [donate](https://m-chrzan.xyz/crypto.html) + +;tags: jam fruit sweet spread