Russian Chicken Pie (Kurnik)

Pastry
2 cups water
1 cup uncooked regular rice
2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon
2 large onions, thinly sliced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced

Chicken with Spicy Walnut Sauce (Satsivi ?

Russian Easter Bread (Kulich)

It is traditional to make the design XB meaning "Christ is risen" on top of each of these little towering loaves.

Russian Beet Soup (Borscht )

6 cups water
1/2 cup dried navy beans
1 pound beef boneless chuck, tip or
    round, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 smoked pork hock

Prianiki with Honey and Spices

The prianik is the oldest of the Russian sweetmeats. Traditionally it is a small cake made with honey and spices (prianosti).

Russian Apricot Pudding (Kissel)

2 cups water
1 cup dried apricot halves
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Dash of salt

Noodle and Cheese Casserole
(Lazanki s Tvorogom i Smetanoi ? Russia)
(Lokshyna, Zapechena z Syrom ? Ukraine)

12 ounces fresh lasagna noodles
1 pound farmer cheese

Spinach and Yogurt Salad

You can make a meal of this by serving it with wedges of pita bread.

Romovaya Baba (Rum Cake With Currants and Raisins)

Serves 10 to 12

Pelmeni (Russian Dumplings)

This is a traditional Russian dish that is made in many Kazakstani homes.