I love that our family and friends are starting to get in on our fun! Especially when they give me facts and recipes. It was actually Adam's Grandmother Barbara that suggested we do Poland since it is part of her heritage. She told me that her mother used to make something called a Paczki (polish doughnut) and that we should give them a try. It helps to know that I LOVE to cook. But I HATE to bake. Not only do I hate it, I am not very good at it either. I don't like all the precise measurements, patience it takes to flour boards, roll out dough, and let things rise. These Paczkis weren't messing around, it was some serious baking. I had to make a "sponge" and let it rise, mix in more ingredients and let it rise, cut out the doughnuts and let them rise. It took me all day. Worth it? Totally. They were amazing. So thank you Barb for you great idea, even if I was cursing you halfway through the 3rd rising session ;) We love you!
Here they are!
The kids gobbled them up, Ayden even had the few that were left over for breakfast the next day.
My beautiful babies on a little bit of a sugar high
Also on our menu:
- Polish Sausage - we will totally be having these again!
- Mizeria - went great with the Sausage.
The name day in Poland is more important then the birthday. They celebrate their name and it's association with saints and martyrs. The name Adam is celebrated on April 6 in Poland. I couldn't find the rest of our names, I guess we we will just have to stick with our birthdays.
Next week: Thailand!
Another amazing blog! Where the Paczki's as good as New Orleans Beignet's? What night is Thai food? Can you set an extra plate? Are you making chicken satay? See you soon!Love you!
ReplyDeleteI remember mom making those & they were awesome! I'll have to nag her about making them again for everyone. With a name like Maculski (her maiden name), it's in her blood: ) Interesting about name day in Poland & weird that Adam's day is exactly a month off from his birthday. Love u & miss u guys!
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