Unstuffed cabbage. Grandma's style!

This is one of those recipes I begged my mom to make so much, I'm certain I drove her nuts.  I knew that when it started to get cold outside, I could once more enjoy one of my favorite comfort foods.  This is a quicker version of stuffed cabbage, and the sauce is a bit different from the Greek recipe.  Instead of a tangy tomato sauce, this recipe uses raisins for a little sweetness, and a little sour from lemon juice.  This is my Russian grandmother in a bowl, not in a morbid way though...

Holy Paprikash!

Smother chicken thighs in a perfect sauce and sop it up with delicious fried dumplings?  Yes please!  This recipe turned out so well, I couldn't stop myself from sneaking spoonfuls.  Hungarian paprika is a wonderful warm flavor that pairs so well with peppers, onions and the coolness of sour cream.  Serve this dish over rustic fried dumplings, and you've got a meal that is close to home.