Cod Liver Salad & Pate ("Pashtet")

Cod liver is a great source of energy, vitamins A and B, and it has unbelievable taste!
Ingredients:
For Pâté:

• 1 can of cod liver (1/2 lb or 250 g)
• 3 eggs

For Salad:

• 1 can cod liver
• 2-3 medium potatoes
• 2-3 eggs
• Salt, pepper to taste
• Mayonnaise to taste

Directions:
Pate:

• Add 3 eggs to 1 can of cod liver and mix.
• Spread on bread.

Salad:

1. Boil potatoes until knife-tender.
2. Also boil the eggs until ready (about 10 minutes).
3. Peel and cut the potatoes and eggs; add to the can of cod liver.
4. Add salt, pepper, and mayonnaise to taste.
5. Mix everything and serve!

Philly Cheese Steak Sandwiches

A beloved classic has never been so easy to prepare!

Ingredients:

• Hoagie rolls
• 2-2.5 lbs steak (you can use ribeye or top sirloin)
• 2 medium onions
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1/2 lb mushrooms, sliced (baby bella or white button)
• Provolone cheese
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Salt, pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Thinly slice the onions, pepper, and mushrooms and saute in a large skillet in hot oil (on medium heat) about 10 minutes.
2. Slice the steak into thin, short strips (you can put the steak into the freezer for several minutes to make slicing easier) and add to the skillet.
3. Add a small pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
4. Cook and stir occasionally until the steak is cooked through, the onions are caramelized (golden-brown), and the peppers and mushrooms are tender.
5. Thinly slice the cheese and add to the skillet (enough to cover the surface). Cook until the cheese is melted.
6. Place the cheesy mixture into a sliced-open hoagie roll and ENJOY!! (This recipe makes enough for 4-6 hoagie rolls).

Aubergine Paste (Eggplant Caviar)

These make perfect hors d'oeuvres (appetizers) for any party!

Ingredients:

• 3/4 lb eggplants
• 1-2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tomato, peeled and finely chopped
• Vinegar
• Salt, pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Bake or boil the eggplants until ready.
2. Peel and finely chop.
3. Saute onion and tomato (to peel the tomato easily, make several slits on its skin with a knife and drop it in a pot of boiling water for 30 seconds).
4. Add onion and tomato to the eggplants, along with salt, pepper, and a small amount of vinegar.
5. Mix everything, cook a little bit to remove excess moisture, and cool.
6. This paste is perfect with fresh bread or toast. ENJOY!

"Forshmak" (Herring Spread)

This spread has a spicy, delicious and unique taste you just have to try!

Ingredients:

• 1 medium herring (skin and bones removed)
• 1 carrot
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 lb soft cheese
• 1/4 lb unsalted butter
• 1 small onion

Directions:

1. Boil carrot and eggs until ready (10 minutes for the egg, ~ 15 minutes for the carrot, until it's fork tender).
2. Chop the herring, carrot, eggs, cheese, and butter. Use a blender or food processor to mix.
3. Spread on a slice of fresh white bread and enjoy!

Caviar (roe) sandwiches

These sandwiches will be an adornment to any holiday table, whether you are celebrating a birthday, wedding, or any other special occasion. You will never forget their delicate taste!

Slice fresh white bread, spread it with unsalted butter, and put about a teaspoon of caviar (or roe) on top. (You can also put caviar/roe on top of the yolk of 1/2 of a boiled egg). ENJOY!