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Post by Jaga on Feb 10, 2010 22:10:55 GMT -7
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Post by kaima on Feb 11, 2010 9:05:58 GMT -7
Jaga, I can't find the right place to put this, so if you wish, please move it accordingly. www.thenews.pl/national/artykul125429_fat-thursday-in-poland.htmlOn Fat Thursday, which opens the last week of carnival revelries before the 46 day Lent, Poles unite to prove how much they cherish their tradition, standing patiently in long queues to buy the Polish doughnut called “paczek”. Gorging on the deep-fried sweet dough cakes is a must and a temptation, to which even the most determined weight-watchers tend to succumb. Bakeries are ready to please, turning out mind-boggling amounts of the spongy, round doughnuts with different fillings and toppings. According to statistics, around 100 million doughnuts are sold on Fat Thursday. The average Pole eats two and a half such cakes, consuming a total of 500-700 calories. It is a big set back for those dieting after Christmas consumption excesses. But then, eating a “paczek” on Fat Thursday is supposed to bring good luck. (kk/jb)  |
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Post by justjohn on Feb 11, 2010 10:27:43 GMT -7
Jaga, I can't find the right place to put this, so if you wish, please move it accordingly. www.thenews.pl/national/artykul125429_fat-thursday-in-poland.htmlOn Fat Thursday, which opens the last week of carnival revelries before the 46 day Lent, Poles unite to prove how much they cherish their tradition, standing patiently in long queues to buy the Polish doughnut called “paczek”. Gorging on the deep-fried sweet dough cakes is a must and a temptation, to which even the most determined weight-watchers tend to succumb. Bakeries are ready to please, turning out mind-boggling amounts of the spongy, round doughnuts with different fillings and toppings. According to statistics, around 100 million doughnuts are sold on Fat Thursday. The average Pole eats two and a half such cakes, consuming a total of 500-700 calories. It is a big set back for those dieting after Christmas consumption excesses. But then, eating a “paczek” on Fat Thursday is supposed to bring good luck. (kk/jb) Polish Doughnuts - Paczki Recipe #56111 There are many recipes for Paczki. Some call for 10-20 egg yolks, grated orange or lemon rind, cream, rum or vodka. This is a simplified version flavored with mace. My Polish grandmother made her own plum jam from the trees in her yard but you can use your favorite. Posted by request. Prep time is estimated and includes rising time. by Lorac 3¼ hours | 3 hours prep 30 doughnuts * 1 1/2 cups milk * 2 (1/4 ounce) packages dry active yeast * 1/2 cup sugar * 1/2 cup soft butter * 3 egg yolks * 1 whole egg * 1 teaspoon salt * 1 teaspoon vanilla * 1/2 teaspoon mace or nutmeg * 4 1/2 cups flour * plum or your choice jam * oil (for frying) * confectioners' sugar or cinnamon sugar 1. Scald milk and allow to cool to lukewarm, add yeast and stir. 2. Beat sugar and butter until fluffy, add eggs, salt, vanilla and mace. 3. Add flour and yeast-milk gradually, beating well. 4. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk. 5. Punch down and let rise again. 6. Roll out dough, on a floured surface, 3/4 inch thick. 7. Cut out 1 1/2 inch circles. 8. Top half of the circles with 1 tsp jam, cover with the remaining circles and seal edges. 9. Heat oil mixed with 1 tbls water to 375°F. 10. Fry, turning once, to a medium golden brown. 11. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with sugar. |
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Post by Jaga on Feb 11, 2010 11:13:14 GMT -7
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Post by Jaga on Feb 11, 2010 11:22:14 GMT -7
here is a poaczek for people who need a diet - click the picture: nadziany.pl/p,bGVzemVrfDI= |
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Post by kaima on Feb 11, 2010 18:50:23 GMT -7
I almost forgot today is Fat Thursday That is why you keep your Token Slovak on board !!  Kai |
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