Jo Cooks » Romanian
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My name is Joanna Cismaru. Jo Cooks is where you'll find delicious, tried-and-tested recipes for every occasion made with everyday ingredients! I am Romanian as some of you may know. This means I have a whole Rolodex filled with recipes from the motherland. From cabbage rolls to Pasca bread. From Romanian Meatball Soup to Stuffed Peppers. Whatever it may be that catches your eye scrolling..
Jo Cooks » Romanian
4M ago
This Pork and Potato Stew is the ultimate comfort food, combining juicy pork chunks with soft, flavorful potatoes in a mouth-watering broth. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, it’s the perfect meal to gather everyone around the dinner table. Easy Pork And Potato Stew This Pork and Potato Stew is a cherished recipe from my ..read more
Jo Cooks » Romanian
7M ago
This is my Mom’s Braised Cabbage, a quintessential Romanian dish that cradles the soul with its rich, hearty layers of smoky pork and tender, spice-infused cabbage. Each bite is a celebration of rustic, homestyle cooking, embodying the love, warmth, and heritage embedded in this timeless family recipe. Mom’s Braised Cabbage Recipe Just like my Mom’s ..read more
Jo Cooks » Romanian
7M ago
Welcome to a plate of my childhood with these Pork and Beans, my Mom’s special recipe. Each bite is a cozy journey back to my mom’s kitchen table, where every meal was a heartwarming celebration of flavors and family. My Mom’s Pork And Beans Recipe Ah, my Mom’s Pork and Beans, a timeless dish from ..read more
Jo Cooks » Romanian
8M ago
The Savory Cheese Pie, “Placinta cu Branza,” showcases the heart and soul of Romania, inviting you to experience the laughter and love-cooked meals of my family’s table. Every slice is a cherished moment, a blend of comforting flavors and familial warmth, inviting you to relish the culinary tales and authentic Romanian essence that has been ..read more
Jo Cooks » Romanian
10M ago
The original Magic Cake recipe where one simple thin batter transforms into 3 layers as it bakes. It is a marvel of culinary science, with its 3 distinct layers that defy explanation. It’s a dessert that’s both simple in its ingredients and complex in its execution, leaving even the most seasoned bakers in awe. One ..read more
Jo Cooks » Romanian
10M ago
This Beef Salad, known as “Salata de Boeuf” in Romania, is a popular dish typically served as an appetizer or a side dish at holiday celebrations, such as Easter or Christmas. The salad typically consists of boiled beef, diced carrots, potatoes, and pickles, all mixed together with mayonnaise and sometimes other seasonings or herbs. It’s ..read more
Jo Cooks » Romanian
10M ago
My recipe for Pasca, a traditional Romanian Easter Bread, has a touch of sweetness with fresh lemon zest. You’re in for a treat with a sweet filling of ricotta, lemon, and raisins. Learn how to make this gorgeous sweet bread with an easy 6-strand braided edge! Pasca – Romanian Easter Bread I’ve had so many ..read more
Jo Cooks » Romanian
10M ago
This Romanian Meatball Soup (Ciorba de Perisoare) is my mom’s recipe for the most delicious meatball soup out there. Just saying. I always love sharing my Romanian recipes with you all because making them really takes me back to my childhood. This one is nostalgia more than any I’ve shared before because this delicious meatball ..read more
Jo Cooks » Romanian
10M ago
Sweet Walnut Roll known as “Cozonac cu Nuca” is a traditional Romanian sweet bread made with raisins and walnuts or pecans enjoyed at Christmas and Easter. The Best Walnut Roll Recipe This Walnut Roll is one of my favorite Romanian recipes and it’s such a classic. This walnut roll surely is a treat. This is ..read more
Jo Cooks » Romanian
10M ago
Here’s my mom’s recipe for traditional Romanian Cabbage Rolls (Sarmale) which I’ve been making for decades. They’re stuffed with pork and rice and baked with lots of bacon in between. They’re the best cabbage rolls you will ever have! The Best Romanian Cabbage Rolls Recipe This recipe for Romanian cabbage rolls is tried and true ..read more