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Welcome to My Kitchen Journal
Every recipe has a story.
Here I share the traditions I grew up with in Hungary, the recipes I now cook for my family in Canada, helpful kitchen tips, baking techniques, home inspiration, and behind-the-scenes moments from everyday life.
From preserving vegetables and baking fresh sourdough bread to creating cozy family meals, this is where I share everything that doesn't fit into a recipe card.
I hope these stories inspire you to slow down, cook from scratch, and create beautiful memories around your own table.
Welcome to my kitchen!
❤️ Anita
How Hungarian Home Cooking Helps Me Feed a Family on a Budget 🇭🇺
Discover how traditional Hungarian home cooking turns simple, inexpensive ingredients into comforting family meals. 🇭🇺❤️ From soups and főzelék to rakott zöldbab, these are the practical recipes and cooking traditions that have helped generations feed their families well without spending a fortune.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
2 hours ago4 min read
Hungarian Mushroom Soup with Butter Dumplings
This rich and creamy Hungarian mushroom soup is filled with tender vegetables, paprika and homemade butter dumplings. Finished with sour cream and ready in about 45 minutes, it’s a comforting and satisfying family dinner—especially when served with freshly baked Hungarian cheese sticks.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
2 days ago6 min read
Hungarian Fresh Bean Soup with Csipetke – Fejtett Bableves
This traditional Hungarian fejtett bableves is packed with fresh shelled beans, root vegetables and homemade csipetke, then finished with a classic paprika and parsley rántás. Serve it piping hot with sour cream added straight to the bowl for the ultimate Hungarian comfort food. ❤️
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
3 days ago5 min read
Krumplifőzelék Fasírttal – Hungarian Creamy Potato Dish with Crispy Meat Patties
Krumplifőzelék fasírttal is classic Hungarian comfort food: a creamy, lightly tangy potato stew served with crispy homemade beef patties. Simple, filling and filled with the familiar flavors many Hungarians remember from childhood.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
3 days ago6 min read
Mákos Kifli – Soft Hungarian Poppy Seed Crescent Rolls
Soft, golden Hungarian mákos kifli made with fluffy yeast dough and filled generously with sweet, lemon-scented poppy seeds. A comforting homemade pastry that’s perfect with coffee or tea.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
5 days ago6 min read
Hungarian Chicken Csikós Tokány with Rizibizi
This creamy Hungarian chicken csikós tokány is made without bacon, using duck fat and smoked paprika for a rich, smoky flavour. Served with homemade rizibizi, it’s an easy and comforting family dinner ready in under 40 minutes.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
6 days ago5 min read
Hungarian Kohlrabi Soup with Csipetke
This Hungarian Kohlrabi Soup with Csipetke (Karalábéleves) is a light, comforting soup made with tender young kohlrabi, root vegetables, fresh parsley and homemade Hungarian pinched noodles. Quick, inexpensive and full of traditional Hungarian flavor, it’s the perfect recipe for market season.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 145 min read
Hungarian-Style Layered Apple Pie with Creamy Filling & Cinnamon Crumble
A delicious twist on classic apple pie with a buttery pastry crust, juicy cinnamon apples, a light creamy layer, and irresistible cinnamon crumble on top. This Hungarian-inspired apple dessert looks impressive but is surprisingly easy to make. 🍎🇭🇺
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 136 min read
Hungarian Layered Yellow Wax Bean Casserole – Rakott Zöldbab 🇭🇺
Hungarian Rakott Zöldbab is a cozy layered casserole made with tender yellow wax beans, paprika-seasoned ground beef, rice, sour cream and plenty of golden melted cheese. 🇭🇺❤️ A comforting family meal that tastes even better the next day!
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 97 min read
Hungarian Creamy Green Bean Soup – Tejfölös Zöldbableves
A comforting Hungarian classic made with fresh yellow wax beans, potatoes, root vegetables, paprika and sour cream. This creamy Zöldbableves is simple, hearty and full of traditional Hungarian flavor.🥣
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 86 min read
Hungarian Lecsó with Eggs
A classic Hungarian summer favorite made with fresh peppers, ripe tomatoes, onions and paprika. 🇭🇺🌶️ My family-style lecsó is smoky, juicy and simple, with eggs and virsli added for my favorite comforting version. Serve it with plenty of fresh bread to soak up every last drop! ❤️
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 65 min read
Hungarian Egg Soup (Tojásleves) – Simple Hungarian Comfort Food
Traditional Hungarian Tojásleves (Egg Soup) is a simple, budget-friendly comfort food made with caraway, paprika, onion, garlic and eggs. Ready in about 25 minutes, this nostalgic Hungarian soup proves that the simplest ingredients can make the most comforting meals. 🇭🇺🍲
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 56 min read
Homemade Császárzsemle – Hungarian Kaiser Rolls Recipe FromMyHungarianKitchen
Homemade Hungarian császárzsemle with a beautifully golden crust and soft, fluffy center. These hand-shaped Kaiser rolls are easier to make than they look and perfect for breakfast or sandwiches.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 44 min read
Hungarian Egg Spread – Tojáskrém
Creamy, fresh and full of flavor, this Hungarian Egg Spread (Tojáskrém) is made with hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, red onion and fresh herbs. Serve it generously on crusty bread with fresh tomatoes and peppers for a simple Hungarian breakfast, lunch or snack. 🇭🇺❤️
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 35 min read
Hungarian Tarhonyás Hús – Meat Stew with Toasted Egg Barley
Classic Hungarian tarhonyás hús made with tender chicken, toasted egg barley, onions and paprika. 🇭🇺❤️ A simple, budget-friendly one-pot meal that’s filling, comforting and perfect for an easy family dinner.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 35 min read
Hungarian Bakonyi Chicken – Creamy Paprika Mushroom Chicken
Tender chicken breast, mushrooms, Hungarian paprika and sour cream come together in this creamy Bakonyi chicken. 🇭🇺 A cozy Hungarian comfort-food classic that’s easy enough for a weekday dinner and delicious served with pasta, nokedli, tarhonya, rice or mashed potatoes.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 35 min read
Easy Hungarian Farmer Cheese Rétes – Túrós Rétes
Easy Hungarian Túrós Rétes made with flaky phyllo dough and a creamy, lemony farmer cheese filling. 🇭🇺 This quick version takes only about 10 minutes of hands-on preparation and can be made classic or with delicious sour cherries. Perfect for busy weekdays, weekend baking, or with a cup of coffee. ❤️
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Sep 26 min read
Hungarian Tarragon Potato Soup (Tárkonyos Krumplileves)
A comforting Hungarian tarragon potato soup made with tender potatoes, root vegetables, paprika and sour cream. Finished with tarragon vinegar for a deliciously creamy, slightly tangy flavor, this simple homemade soup is perfect for any season.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Aug 284 min read
Stíriai Metélt – Hungarian Baked Cottage Cheese Noodles
Stíriai metélt is a traditional Hungarian favorite made with homemade túró noodles baked in a light, creamy lemon and vanilla filling until beautifully golden. Soft, comforting, and finished with powdered sugar, this old-fashioned Hungarian recipe is pure nostalgia in every bite.
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Aug 255 min read
Hungarian Körözött – Traditional Hungarian Cottage Cheese Spread
Körözött is a classic Hungarian cottage cheese spread flavored with paprika, onion and caraway. Creamy, savory and ready in minutes, it’s a simple childhood breakfast favorite that tastes best spread generously on fresh bread. 🇭🇺❤️
Anita | From My Hungarian Kitchen
Aug 224 min read
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