Oils with a high smoke point and nutritionally good for every day (Ulja sa visokom tackom dimljenja i nutritivno dobra za svaki dan)

Oils with a high smoke point:

1. Avocado oil - about 270 °C (518 °F).
2. Refined olive oil - about 240 °C (464 °F).
3. Refined sunflower oil – around 225–230 °C (437-446 °F).
4. Grape seed oil - about 215 °C (419 °F).
5. Peanut oil - about 225 °C (437 °F).
6. Canola oil - about 200-240 °C (392-464 °F).
7. Corn oil - about 230 °C (446 °F).

Oils with a high smoke point and nutritionally suitable for daily use:

1. Refined olive oil – the best overall choice.

It has a high smoking point, is stable during heat treatment and contains mainly monounsaturated fatty acids. Compared to most refined oils, it is a nutritionally more favorable choice for daily use.

How to clean and prepare pitaya - dragon fruit? (Kako ocistiti i pripremiti pitaju - zmajevo voce?)

Pitaya, also called pitahaya or dragon fruit.

Contents:

1. How to clean and prepare pitaya?
2. Storage and shelf life of the pitaya
3. Storage and shelf life of cut pitaya
4. How to choose pitaya - dragon fruit in the store?
5. Use of fresh cut pitaya
6. Use of frozen pitaya

 How to clean and prepare pitaya? 

1. Wash pitaya - dragon fruit under running cold water.
2. Cut it in half lengthwise.
3. Remove the meat from the skin with a slotted spoon or peel off the skin with your hands.
4. Cut the meat into cubes or slices, depending on the recipe in which you are using it.
5. The tiny black seeds are edible and are not removed.
6. The skin is not eaten.

Lime cookies (Keksi sa limetom)

Crispy buttery biscuits with a fine lime aroma and mild citrus freshness. A simple dough with zest and lime juice gives the cookies a pleasant aroma and taste, while butter contributes to the delicate texture. They are ideal with coffee, tea or as a light sweet snack during the day.

Tags: biscuits for coffee and tea, sweet, bring to work.

Preparation time: 50 minutes.

Cooling time: 30 minutes.

Total preparation time: 1 hour 20 minutes.

Ingredients (for 18 pieces*):

• 120 g of white wheat flour type 400
• 60 g of butter (softened)
• 50 g of powdered sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• Grated rind of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon of lime juice
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder (5 g)

Flour by country US, UK, FR, IT, DE

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 175 °C (347 °F).

2. Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until the mixture becomes creamy.

How to toast coconut chips and flakes? (Kako tostirati kokosove listice i ljuspice?)

 How to toast coconut chips? 

Ingredients:

• 20 g of coconut chips or coconut flakes

Preparation:

1. Place the coconut chips or coconut flakes in a completely dry pan.
2. Do not add oil or butter.

3 Recipes for white ganache: for the filling, for the topping and for molding (3 Recepta za beli ganas: za fil, za preliv i za oblikovanje)

Contents:

1. White ganache for the creamy filling
2. White ganache for topping
3. White ganache for molding

White ganache is a versatile mixture of white chocolate and heavy cream that, depending on the ratio of ingredients, can be used as a creamy filling, a smooth topping or a solid mixture for shaping balls, pralines and decorations. All three recipes are for cakes, cookies, muffins, pancakes, waffles, cheesecake, dessert in a glass and various chocolate treats.

 White ganache for the creamy filling 

White ganache for creamy filling is a smooth and shiny cream made of white chocolate and heavy cream, ideal for filling and coating cakes, cookies and other desserts.

Tags: cakes, plain cakes, sweet, pancakes, cheesecake, dessert in a glass, sweet.

Preparation time: 20 minutes.

Cooling time: 1 h.

Total preparation time: 1 hour 20 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 200 g of white chocolate
• 100 ml of heavy cream

Preparation:

1. Finely chop the white chocolate and put it in a bowl.

2. Heat the heavy cream at a medium temperature (4 out of 6) while stirring until the cream is hot and small bubbles appear along the edge of the bowl.

It must not boil.

Reference values ​​of protein, fiber, carbs and fat (Referentne vrednosti proteina, vlakana, UH i masti)

All listed values ​​are per serving.

Proteins: 15–24 g

High proteins: 25–40 g

Fiber: 5–9 g

High fiber: 10 g or more

Carbohydrates: 30–59 g

High carbohydrates: 60 g or more

Fats: 10–19 g

High fat: 20 g or more

General daily values ​​(DVs) for healthy adults, used on food declarations.

Proteins: 50 g

Fibers: 28 g

Fat: 78 g

Carbohydrates: 275 g

How to clean papaya? (Kako ocistiti papaju?)

Contents:

1. How to clean papaya?
2. Storage and shelf life of cut papaya?
3. How to choose a papaya in the store?
4. Uses of papaya?

 How to clean papaya? 

1. Wash the papaya well under cold water and wipe it with a clean kitchen towel.

2. Cut off a small part from both ends of the papaya so that it has flat surfaces and is more stable for cutting.

Air fryer ham and cheese croquettes (Kroketi od sunke i kackavalja iz friteze na vruc vazduh)

Delicious and crispy ham and cheese croquettes, prepared in an air fryer without frying in deep oil. They are golden and crispy on the outside, while the inside is soft, juicy and full of melted cheese and finely chopped ham. They are excellent as an appetizer, for children, school or to take to work.

Tags: appetizer, air fryer, high protein, for kids, for school, take to work.

Preparation time: 1 hour 40 minutes - 1 hour 55 minutes.

Ingredients (for 12 pieces, length about 12 cm and diameter about 2 cm):

• 200 g of yellow cheese: Edam cheese or Gouda cheese or gouda cheese (shredded)
• 150 g of ham (finely chopped)
• 1 egg
• 4 tablespoons of wheat white flour type 500
• 2 tablespoons of breadcrumbs
• Pinch of pepper

For breading:

• 3 tablespoons of wheat white flour type 500
• 1 egg
• 5 tablespoons of breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon oil (for sprinkling croquettes)

Flour by country US, UK, FR IT, DE

Preparation:

1. Mix Edam or Gouda cheese, ham, egg, flour, breadcrumbs and pepper.

If the mixture is too sticky, add a little more breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon at a time. If it is too dry and difficult to combine, add 1 teaspoon of beaten egg.

2. Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set.

Cocoa biscuits (Kakao keksi)

Crisp cocoa biscuits with an intense cocoa flavor, easy to prepare and excellent as a biscuit for a snack or as a crunchy layer for a dessert in a glass.

Tags: biscuits with tea and coffee, for kids, for a snack, vegetarian recipe.

Preparation time: 55 minutes.

Cooling time: 30 minutes.

Total time: 1 hour and 25 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 100 g of all-purpose flour
• 25 g of cocoa powder 
• 60 g of powdered sugar
• 50 g unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• a pinch of salt

Preparation:

1. Mix flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar and salt.

2. Add unsalted butter and rub with your fingers until you get a crumbly mixture, about 2-3 minutes.

My story (Moja prica)

My interest in food and recipes began long before I started researching nutrition for health reasons.

It all started with my mother's notebooks with recipes. I wanted to save her recipes and turn them into a blog, and over time I started to design and develop my own recipes.

For years, I researched different foods, preparation techniques and new combinations of tastes.

And then in 2021, my life took a completely different direction.

Chicken drumsticks and thighs in buttermilk marinade (Pileci batak i karabatak u jogurt marinadi)

Juicy chicken thighs and drumsticks marinated in buttermilk, turmeric and rosemary, baked in the oven until golden brown.

Tags: for breakfast, for lunch, for dinner, bring to work, for school, for police officers, for firefighters, for kids.

Preparation time: 1 hour 20 minutes.

Marinating time: 2–4 h.

Total preparation time: 3 h 20 minutes - 5 h 20 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg of chicken drumsticks and drumsticks
• 200-250 ml of buttermilk 
• 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon of dry rosemary
• ½ teaspoon of salt

Preparation:

1. Mix buttermilk, turmeric, dry rosemary and salt in a bowl.

2. Add chicken drumsticks and thighs and coat them well with marinade on all sides.

Biscuits for desserts in a glass (Keksi za dezerte u casama)

A biscuit is often the first layer of a dessert in a glass, but its choice can completely change the taste and texture of the entire dessert. Some biscuits are neutral and easily combined with different creams and fruits, while others have a pronounced taste that goes well with certain ingredients, such as caramel, chocolate, coffee or cinnamon.

Listed below are the most common types of biscuits that can be used for desserts in glasses, along with suggestions on what to pair them with. Information about the origin has also been added.

Types of cookies for desserts in glasses: 

1. Oreo biscuits - crunchy chocolate biscuit with creamy vanilla filling.

• It is excellent with chocolate mousse, chocolate ganache, chocolate pudding, mascarpone cream, cream cheese, bananas, strawberries, raspberries and cherries.
• It is most often used as a crumb base or a layer between the creamy and fruity layers.

2. Plazma biscuits - a soft, crumbly biscuit with a mild taste, with the aroma of cereals and vanilla.

• It is excellent with vanilla pudding, chocolate pudding, mascarpone cream, cream cheese, whipped cream, strawberries, raspberries, bananas, cherries and peaches.
• It is most often used as a crumb base or as a layer between the filling and the fruit.

Chicken salad in a jar with dressing (Pileca salata u tegli sa prelivom)

Chicken salad in a jar with fresh vegetables, corn, arugula and almonds, with a creamy yogurt-mustard dressing. A practical and tasty salad suitable for preparation in advance, with a refreshing creamy dressing that is added just before eating.

Tags: bring to work, for kids, for school, for police officers, for firefighters, salads, for weight loss, salad meal, anticellulite menu.

Preparation time: 20 minutes.

Preparation and cooling of the chicken: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Corn preparation: 20 minutes.

Total preparation time: 2 hours 10 minutes.

Ingredients (for 1 jar from 1 liter/quart):

• 180 g grilled or roasted chicken or cooked chicken
• 120 g of cooked corn
• 150 g tomatoes (2 small or 1 medium tomato)
• 150 g of cucumber (1 small cucumber)
• 40 g of rocket salad - arugula salad 
• 30 g chopped almonds (23-25 ​​whole almonds)
• 60 ml yogurt with mustard dressing (recipe follows)

Preparation:

1. Prepare the chicken. Leave to cool. Cut into smaller pieces. Cook corn. 

2. Cut the tomato into rings, and the cucumber into crescent or rings. 

Amaretti Italian biscuits (Amareti italijanski keksi)

Soft and slightly crunchy Italian biscuits with an intense almond flavor and a thin crust made of powdered sugar.

Tags: vegetarian recipe, gluten free, for kids, for a snack, cookies for coffee and tea.

Preparation time: 45 minutes.

Cooling time: 30 minutes.

Total preparation time: 1 hour 15 minutes.

Ingredients (20–24 biscuits, 4–5 cm in diameter):

• 200 g ground almonds
• 150 g of powdered sugar
• 2 egg whites
• 1 teaspoon of almond extract
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
• a pinch of salt
• powdered sugar for sprinkling

Preparation:

1. Mix ground almonds, powdered sugar and a pinch of salt.

2. Add egg whites (unbeaten), almond extract and lemon juice. Combine everything until a thick, sticky mixture is obtained.

Integralno razeni hleb sa kakaom, lanom i semenkama (Integral rye bread with cocoa, flax and seeds)

Sastojci: 250 g mekog belog brašna (psenicno belo, T400 ili T500), 350 g raženog brasna ili integralnog brašna, 2 kašike kakaa u prahu (nezaslađenog), 10 g suvog kvasca, 1 kašičica šećera (samo za aktivaciju kvasca), ¾ kašičice soli, 340 ml tople vode, 70 g melase, 2 kašike maslinovog ili hladno ceđenog suncokretovog ulja, 2 kašike mlevenog lana, 1 kašika semenki bundeve ili mlevenih ili seckanih oraha (opciono).

Priprema:

1. U manjoj činiji pomešaj kvasac sa šećerom. Dodaj toplu vodu (ne vrelu) i ostavi nekoliko minuta dok ne zapeni i postane penušav.

2. U velikoj činiji pomešaj meko belo brašno, raženo ili integralno brašno, kakao, so, mleveni lan i po želji semenke ili orahe.

Ultra recovery tomato juice for firefighters (Super oporavak sok od paradajza za vatrogasce)

A post workout recovery drink for firefighters, combining tomato juice, coconut water, banana and vegetable protein. Provides fluid, electrolytes, carbohydrates and protein, with a mild tomato flavor and refreshing taste.

Tags: for firefighters, for policemen, post-workout recovery.

Preparation time: 5 minutes.

Cooling time: 15 minutes.

Total preparation time: 20 minutes.

Ingredients (for 2 servings):

• 300 ml of tomato juice
• 200 ml of coconut water
• 1 ripe banana
• 1 scoop of vegetable protein (pea or soy, 25–30 g)
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• 1 stick of celery
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of hemp seeds or ground flax seeds 
• a pinch of black pepper
• a pinch of ginger powder

Preparation:

0. Cut the banana and the stalk of celery into smaller pieces.

1. Pour coconut water and tomato juice into a blender

2. Add banana, vegetable protein, celery, salt, lemon juice, hemp or flax seeds, pepper and ginger.

5 Savory lunch box ideas for kids 6-12 years (5 slanih ideja za kutiju za rucak za decu 6–12 godina)

Note: at the very end of the recipes you have recipes with links as well as some ideas for lunch boxes.

1. Mini sandwich with chicken

• Integral pastry
• Roast chicken
• Cream cheese
• Green salad
• Carrot sticks

2. Tortilla rolls

• Integral tortilla
• Hummus
• Cooked chicken or cooked turkey
• Grated carrots
• Cucumber

Mild yogurt dressing for kids (Blagi preliv od jogurta za decu)

Mild, creamy yogurt dressing with a slight freshness of lemon juice. It is easy to prepare and excellent with salads, vegetables, chicken, tortillas and sandwiches.

Tags:

For kids, vegetarian recipes, for school, bring to work, police officers, for firefighters, for shift meals.

Preparation time: 15 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 100 g of Greek yogurt or regular solid yogurt or Bulgarian yogurt
• 1 teaspoon of olive oil
• ½ teaspoon of lemon juice
• a pinch of salt
• 1-2 teaspoons of water (as needed)

Preparation:

1. Put the yogurt in a bowl and briefly beat it with a whisk or a fork until it becomes completely smooth.

2. Add olive oil, lemon juice and salt, then mix everything well until the oil is completely combined with the yogurt.

Kinder chocolates in puff pastry (Kinder cokoladice u lisnatom testu)

Crispy and fragrant puff pastry rolls filled with Kinder chocolates. A simple sweet with a warm, creamy chocolate filling, ideal for a snack, dessert or lunch box.

Tags:

For kids, vegetarian recipes, for a snack, for school, bring to work, quick and easy, to increase calorie intake, for active people, for policemen, for firefighters, for a shift snack.

Preparation time: 35 minutes.

Cooling time: 30-45 minutes.

Total preparation time: 1 h 5 minutes - 1 h 20 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 package of puff pastry (about 500 g)
• 8–10 Kinder chocolate bars
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon of milk

Preparation:

1. Roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle, on a lightly floured surface.

2. Along both longer edges of the dough, arrange the Kinder chocolate bars next to each other, with a small gap.

Mild cheese filling for children's rolls (Blagi fil od sira za rolat za decu)

Mild, creamy cheese filling for children for lunch box with fresh chives, ideal for spreading savory rolls for children. It is easy to prepare and cuts beautifully when the roll cools.

Tags: 

For children, vegetarian recipe, for breakfast, for snack, for school, bring to work, for police officers, for firefighters, for a shift meal.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 150 g of cream cheese
• 100 g of queso fresco cheese (fresh cheese)
• 2 tablespoons of sour cream
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives (finely chopped)
• Small pinch of salt

Preparation:

1. Mash the queso fresco cheese - fresh cheese with a fork.

2. Add cream cheese and sour cream.

Sesame salty sticks for children (Susam slani stapici za decu)

Crunchy and tasty salty sticks made from a combination of whole wheat flour, yogurt, olive oil and sesame seeds. They are easy to prepare and practical for a children's snack or lunch box.

Tags:

For kids, vegetarian recipe, for policemen, for firefighters, for shift meal.

Preparation time: 55 minutes.

Cooling time: 30-60 minutes.

Total time: 1 h 25 minutes - 1 h 55 minutes

Ingredients:

For the dough:

• 250 g of whole wheat flour
• 150 g of plain wheat flour
• 150 g of buttermilk (liquid yogurt)
• 60 ml of olive oil
• 1 egg
• 8 g of baking powder
• 1-2 tablespoons of sesame seeds
• Small pinch of salt

For sprinkling:

• 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds

Allergens: wheat (gluten), milk, eggs, sesame seeds.

Preparation:

1. Mix whole wheat - wholemeal and wheat flour, baking powder, sesame seeds and salt in a bowl.

2. Add buttermilk, oil and egg.

How to cook whole wheat pasta? (Kako skuvati integralne testenine?)

Whole wheat pasta - integral pasta is a quick and easy side dish or meal base, rich in complex carbohydrates and fiber. It can be used for hot meals, pasta with sauce or cold salads, and is especially practical for bringing to work meals.

Tags:

High protein, for children, for school, bring to work, for energy, for the stomach, fit recipe, quick and easy, for recovery, for muscle growth, for after training, for active people, for athletes, for police officers, for firefighters, for shift meal.

Preparation time: 15-20 minutes.

Cooling time: 10-15 minutes.

Total preparation time: 25-35 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 100 g of whole wheat pasta (wholemeal pasta)
• 1 liter of water
• 1 teaspoon of salt

Preparation:

1. Pour water into a pot and bring it to a boil at a high temperature (6 out of 6).

2. Add whole wheat pasta and mix.

Buttermilk sauce for children (Sos od jogurta za decu)

Creamy and refreshing buttermilk sauce with fresh parsley, lemon and, if desired, chives. It has a mild taste and is excellent as a sauce or dressing for various children's meals.

Tags:

For children, vegetarian recipe, for policemen, for firemen, for a shift meal.

Preparation time: 10 minutes.

Cooling time: 15–20 minutes.

Total time: 25–30 minutes.

Ingredients: 

• 200 ml buttermilk (plain, unsweetened, without additives) or liquid yogurt 
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
• a little grated lemon peel (optional)
• 1 teaspoon of fresh chives (optional) finely chopped
• a small pinch of salt

Preparation:

1. Pour the buttermilk into a bowl.

2. Add finely chopped parsley and, if desired, chives.

Dessert for CCIPS Cybersecurity unit 404: Sweet not found (Dezert za UKP VTK 404: Slatko nije pronadjeno)

A special dessert in a glass designed for - Cybersecurity Unit of Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section (CCIPS), inspired by their digital world and work on high-tech crime cases. "404: Sweet not found" is a humorous sweet version of the famous error "404: Page not found" - because even for CCIPS CSU the most important thing can disappear: sweet.

A chocolate cream dessert with raspberries and dark chocolate is combined into an elegant dessert in a glass, while the decoration in the style of digital error gives a distinctive Cybersecurity Unit stamp. It is ideal as a themed dessert for the CCIPS Cybersecurity Unit team - when the "case" refers to the disappearance of a dessert, the investigation ends quickly: 404 - Sweet not found.

Tags: for police officers, for shift dessert.

Preparation time: 35 minutes.

Cooling time: 2 h.

Total preparation time: 2 h 35 minutes.

Time to prepare the decoration

Preparation time: 30 minutes.

Hardening time: 30 minutes.

Total for step 6: 1 h.

Total preparation time: 3 h 35 minutes.

Ingredients for 4 glasses:

Chocolate layer:

• 200 g of Greek yogurt
• 100 g of cream cheese
• 20 g cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 40 g of ground almonds
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1-2 teaspoons erythritol (to taste)

Fruit layer:

• 150 g of raspberries
• 1 teaspoon of chia seeds
• a few drops of lemon juice

Decoration:

• dark chocolate (without added sugar, with a high percentage of cocoa)
• raspberries
• white chocolate (no added sugar) for the inscription "404: Sweet not found"

Preparation:

1. Place the raspberries in a saucepan and heat on a medium temperature (4 out of 6) for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release juice.

2. Mash them with a fork, add chia seeds and a few drops of lemon juice. Stir and leave for 10-15 minutes for the mixture to thicken.