Ossetian pies are traditional round stuffed breads from the Caucasus Mountains, especially associated with Ossetian cuisine. The dough is soft and airy, while the filling is generous and flavorful. Authentic Ossetian pies are traditionally thin, with almost equal proportions of dough and filling.

Traditional Russian rassolnik recipe is a hearty soup made with pickles, barley, and beef (or chicken, or pork).

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding ingredients like grilled chicken, pepperoni, mozzarella balls, or other favorite veggies and herbs.

During the Great Depression, meatloaf became one of the most popular dishes in America because it could stretch a small amount of meat to feed a whole family — and wrapping it in bacon later turned this humble, budget-friendly meal into a rich comfort-food classic.

Life is full of tough decisions, like choosing between a juicy apple and a slice of apple pie – but why not have both and call it balanced fruitrition!