Hi! I’m Katya and welcome to Little Broken.
Little Broken is all about fresh ingredients and easy to follow recipes. Here, you’ll find recipes for everyday cook that focus on seasonal produce, chicken, fish, hearty breakfast, scrumptious appetizers, and little bit of sweets in between. Most of the recipes are healthy, simple, and 100% delicious.
I am a self taught cook who always had a passion for cooking and making new things to eat, which I owe to my mom. She taught me the basics and inspired me to cook from early age on.
All of the recipes are developed by me, unless otherwise noted.
I was born in Russia and moved to America at age of 8. I hold a degree in Criminal Justice and for as long as I could remember, I have wanted to be a paralegal, work in a sky rise building, and wear pretty heels to work. I was blessed enough to do just that for 10 years of my life, while working for a corporate defense firm.
In 2015, I traded my corporate life for mommy hood. I have a slight obsession with anything and everything to do with salads, cucumbers, avocado, and shoes! I can speak, read, and write Russian.
I currently reside in Maryland with my husband and three kids.
If you have any questions, comments, recipe requests, or are interested in working with me, you can use the contact form or email me directly at: katya(at)littlebroken(dot)com.
Jaki says
I absolutely love this recipe!! Have you ever made this into a dip? Someone gave me 5 bags of lentils and I don’t know what to do with them! I love the flavors but it’s too hot for soup right now.
Katya says
Hi Jaki: which recipe are you referring to?
Lynn Donnavan says
Hi Katya,
I just wanted to thank you for all the wonderful recipes and inspiration.! Your dishes have become a part of our weekly rotation. My daughter’s favorite dishes come from your website!
We love your one pot quinoa, chicken and spinach dish, buffalo chicken lettuce wraps, as well as the sweet potato, chicken kebabs.
Katya says
That makes me so happy to hear! Thank you for the meessage.
Ziel Bauer says
Hello Katya,
Why the name little broken? I’ll bet there’s an interesting story togo with it?
Kind regards,
Ziel
Sam says
Katya,
I’m new to cooking and stumbling across your page has been a God sent. You’ve helped me meal prep for many weeks. Just wanted to say thank you and keep it up!
Katya says
Thank you! That’s so good to hear.
Kim says
Hi Kayta:
I am so happy to find your website with all these yummy recipes. I am from Maryland as well, not far from Bethesda.
Tonight I am fixing The Easy Broccoli Potatoe Soup. I am hopeful that I can get fresh cod to made Th cod with tomatoe and herb butter this weekend.
Thank you for these receipes.
Katya says
That’s great! I hope you enjoy the soup.
Monica says
Hi Katya! I landed here because I was looking for an easy and veggie-heavy pasta dinner to make in a hurry. (Tonight! And it’s already getting dark!) Well, I found it, of course, and then I just kept reading. I love your website! I have to admit, and I hope this is not weird, but your smile is so open and warm that I was encouraged to stop and see your recipes. Smiles like that really do connect. I’m off to make Pasta Primavera with Roasted Vegetables! Thanks for the recipe and inspirations!
Katya says
Thank you and welcome! I hope you enjoy the pasta primavera.
Monique says
I arrived on your site because of the vareniki and discovered some really wonderful looking recipes. I am excited to try your recipes. The chicken, mushroom, spinach lasagna and Russian plum cake caught my eye, too.
Katya says
Thank you Monique. I hope you get a chance to try the recipes.
Dan Mason says
Hi Katya,
I’m sitting here relaxing and enjoying your site. Love the recipe# , stories etc. Though my curiosity has got the best of me. Why the name” Little Broken” ?..
p.S. My wife loves the variety of Salads!
Thanks,
Dan
Teri Scalia says
This is my second time making this dish! It is one of the best cod dish I have ever made. It take a simple fish and make its spectacular. I made it with edamame fettuccini. Great for the sauce. Today I am doing multi color rice and quinoa. ! I subscribed to you newsletter!
Katya says
Thank you Teri! So glad to hear you love the recipe and thanks for subscribing!
Simi says
Hi Katya,
Thank you so much for putting together this amazing website! I am from India and discovered this page accidentally today while searching for some healthy dinner recipes. And I’m so glad to have found this! Each and every recipe of yours seems like worth trying.
Thanks again!
Simi
Katya says
Hi Simi! Thank you for stopping by and checking out my blog. I hope you get a chance to try out some of the recipes.
Olya says
Just want to say how much I love your recipes, I’m a big fan of yours???? thank you so much for inspiring me to cook more healthy and not spend all day in the kitchen???? Some of my favorites are your quinoa recipes???? Also it’s very helpful to see your insta stories for such detailed directions, keep up the great work!
Katya says
Thank you so much Olga! I so appreciate you taking the time to leave me a feedback and encouragement. I’m happy to inspire you a little in the kitchen 🙂
Marcia Snyder says
First indroduction to your blog – found it on pinterest while searching for a cod recipe. Made the ‘Cod in Creamy Red Roasted Pepper Sauce and loved it. I will definitely make this again!
Katya says
Thank you!
Diane says
Hi Katya i made your lentil chili last night and i have to say i loved it, so good. I added a little cayenne pepper and didnt change anything else. Ty
Katya says
That’s great Diane! Thank you for your feedback.
Peter says
Searched for Chicken Stew Recipe on the Web and came across your recipe. It was awesome !!!! Glad I found your website, I cannot wait to try your other creations
Katya says
Thanks Peter! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Gloria Reading says
Smiles. I also found your website while looking for a chicken stew recipe. Trying it today. Love your website. Also love shoes!
Katya says
Thank you and welcome!
Brainiac Jones says
Little Broken. No comprendo.
Dennis Vire says
Thank you for blogging.
Donna M Kirby says
Your recipes are exactly what I’ve needed.
fun and fresh!
Katya says
Thank you so much!
JItendra says
Katya, you might write a good novel! What say?
Stumbled upon from the net while preparing for a salad. Wanted it to ‘ve appetizing looks and scrumptious taste. Visited many recipe sites, none was so lucid as yours. Great pictures, specially the ingredients pic is very helpful. You captured the essence of good food, belle. Go on, create more. India’s young are just beginning to fall in love with salads.
BTW, my corn salad with feta turned out quite well. Thanks for the detailing.
Katya says
Thanks so much!
Angela says
Today I made your Fresh Corn Crab Chowderin my beautiful new flame-colored Le Creuset dutch oven, and it was divine! It’s the best chowder I have ever made. This is the perfect fall recipe. Thanks for posting. I can’t wait to try more of your recipes out. So happy to have found your blog!
Katya says
Thanks for such sweet words Angela! I hope you do get chance to give more recipes a try.
Maryellen says
///Hi Katya,
I was looking for some great ground chicken meatballs and found your recipe for the orecchiette with chicken meatballs… I have them on the stove as we speak! Smells divine!! I will check in every so often for more great finds. I loved reading about you and your interesting life. Great good lucl.
Katya says
Thanks so much Maryellen! I hope you enjoy them!
Mymi says
Hi from Switzerland !
I just discorver your site right now and… whowww it make feel so hungry ! ????
I’ll try some of your receipt soon and let you know what I have think about ????
Good job and nic pic !
Katya says
Hi Mymi and welcome! Hope you get a chance to try some recipes and definitely let me know what you think 🙂
Sydney says
Hi Katya! I love your site and have been reading for a few months. Veggie marsala is my favorite recipe I’ve made so far 🙂 I was wondering, where does the name Little Broken come from?
Katya says
Hi Syndney! Thank you so much and welcome to my blog. So glad you’re enjoying the veggie marsala. I have FAQ section under “About” and that’s one of the questions I answer 🙂
Bharat Khosla says
What a fabulous website with such great recipes. I stumbled upon this whilst looking for healthy recipes, a great find! Have bookmarked it and will revisit many a time. Thank you!
Katya says
Thanks so much!
Gina Parris says
Wow! I found you just now by googling Panera Copycat Thai salad (or something like that) and now I’ve spent way too much time realizing I love every recipe on your blog! Yay. End of food rut, my curly headed soul-sister!
Katya says
Thanks so much Gina! So glad you stumbled on my page and hopefully you’ll find something yummy to make 🙂
Passant says
Hi katya,
I just wanna say that I love everything about this blog from photography to food recipes, they sound very quick and easy to make.
I’m from Cairo, Egypt and I’m passionate about cooking and this blog is full of inspiration for me it’s like one of those blogs of food network chefs so best of luck and thanks for sharing your great recipes with us
feel free if you need me to share any recipes from Egypt ☺️
Katya says
Thanks so much Passant for your sweet words! So glad to have you here.
Jeanne says
You’re the first blog I’ve ever subscribed to. I sense a kindred spirit… from your recipes to our common nationality. I am first generation Russian and both my parents (now in their 90’s) are living survivors of WWII era Russia. I am the fifth child in our family, so by the time I came along, Russian cuisine was replaced by the more popular tacos, burritos, and pizza that my brothers craved. I can understand Russian, but speaking it fluently is a challenge. I digress, though. I am making your Lentil Chili and am looking forward to a house full of delicious aromas. I look forward to wandering through your site. Beautiful!
Katya says
Thank you so much Jeanne for subscribing and following along. That’s pretty cool that we have some things in common 🙂 Lentil Chili is a great choice and I hope you enjoy it.
Donna Gill says
You got me with ” I believe life is too short to eat bad food and wear boring shoes.” Had to visit your “about” page. We have many things in common! Looking forward to trying your recipes.
Katya says
Thanks Donna! I hope you get a chance to try some of the recipes. So glad you stopped by!
Kristina says
Hi! I found you on pinterest and was really surprised to like all your recipes, but now it makes sense because you are also Russian 🙂
Thanks for the inspiration!
Katya says
So glad you did, Kristina! Welcome to my blog. I hope you come visit again 🙂
sally says
Hi Katya,
Your blog is wonderful!!! if only one could eat like that in local restaurants!!
Why is that the recipes are so good is because you are Russian? Are the russions great cooks with lots of very good recipes and pictures and understanding how to cook healthy?
I do like Russian Food and food styles from many places!
All the best to you!
Sally
Katya says
Aww..thanks so much Sally! I’m not sure if it’s a Russian thing. LOL. My mama was a good cook…so she inspired me a lot. Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Tzivia says
Hello from good ol bk ny wow really cool site I found u through natashas kitchen I’ve seen u comment from time to time really awesome both of you all recipes look fabulous and really very yummm I love cooking and baking from scratch after Passover I gotta try your luscious tantalizing desserts tomorrow night will be eating matzah for eight days love your bio really detailed how you sort of tell your life story beautiful
Daelynn Terrell says
Loving this new blog I found, your photography is gorgeous, and so far the recipes are delicious! Thanks from a fellow shoe & foodie lover!
Katya says
Thanks Daelynn! Welcome. Glad we share the same interests 🙂
Sue says
I just found your blog and I made the ricotta cookies tonight. I will be back I love to cook. My children are older I miss those days when I could spend more time home. I work two jobs with three kids and two are in college. Thank you for sharing.
Jean Evans says
Katya, Pinterest just recommended you since we tend to collect similar things. I noticed your blog and was delighted to find you. I love your food and devotion to your family and traditions. I look forward to reading more on your blog. I also have your belief about God. He gives me everything…..this year many challenges but all is good. Best wishes to you!
Katya says
Jean thank you so much for you encouraging words and welcome 🙂
Iggy says
Totally love the tomato/fresh mozzarella/balsamic reduction salad – will try it,
Ciao!
Katya says
Thanks! Hope you enjoy it 🙂
kadeeja k mohammed says
i love your page!! its really great!! keep going.. all the very best! 🙂
Katya says
Thank you!
Robin T says
“I believe God owes us nothing but gives us everything.”
Amen! Amen! Amen!
…And praise God for delicious food!
I have your Simple Apple Tart in the oven right now and it smells amazing!! (I do have to say that your apple arrangement looks much, much fancier than mine. I think my apples were too small. But I’m still super excited to eat it!!)
Soli Deo Gloria,
Robin
Katya says
That’s so great! I hope you enjoyed the tart and I’m sure it turned out just well 🙂 Thanks for your feedback!
Dina says
I don’t have any experience with photography either. Also learning as I go. I find it more fun that way 🙂
Dina says
Katya, I love your about page! You have such a positive spirit towards everything. I too try to stay away from processed food, but man I just can’t say no to potato chips! Your photography is outstanding! Did you take any courses on photography or are you just a natural? 😉
Katya says
Hi Dina! I’m glad I’m not the only one with potato chip weakness 🙂 You’re so sweet and thank you for such a big compliment! I have no photography background just always had passion for it. It’s definitely a learning process and I’m still learning as it’s never “perfect” ha ha.
Ziz'ka says
Nice to meet you. I was so surprise to see that you want to run a half marathon. That’s great.. This is on my future to do list too 🙂
Katya says
Welcome Ziz’ka! Nice to meet you too 🙂 Yes! Hopefully in my future there’s a marathon 🙂
Rocky says
Hello Katya,
How are you? Following your recipes for a while now. Really loving the flavours you have put through spices and ingredients. Well, just wanted to thank you for the recipes and tips. And would really love to meet you in person, if I ever visited maryland…and congrats on your new baby. Bye bye
Kind regards,
Rocky
Katya says
Thanks Rocky!
Tanja says
You are awesome!! Absolutely BEAUTIFUL, funny and i adore your recipes!!! I’m sooooo glad i by accident discovered your blog!! You have a big fan in me!! Keep posting always!!!
Katya says
You’re so sweet Tanja! Glad you found my blog too 🙂
Anna says
Katya, I stumbled on your blog today and I am so glad I did! We have a lot in common: I also love clean eating, cooking from scratch, Julia Roberts (have you seen August: Osage County?-she is absolutely incredible!). И я тоже из России! Не смогла удержаться, чтобы не написать вам по-русски. Это такая редкость встретить русскоговорящего food blogger! Love your recipes and your photography is stunning! I’ll be coming back!
Katya says
Hi Anna! Welcome and so glad you found my blog! Isn’t it awesome how internet connects us all ? That’s one of my favorite parts about blogging is connecting/meeting new people! Are you currently in US? Sounds like we do have some similarities and yes I’m a HUGE Julia Roberts fan. All of her movies are so awesome, including Osage County! Thank you for your Russian comment and sweet words. It takes me a bit longer to type out in Russian so I hope you don’t mind me replying in English 🙂 I do hope you come back again. Have a great day!
Anna says
Don’t mind English at all. I agree, connecting/meeting new people is that little magic blogging can provide. Yes, I am in the US, in sunny Los Angeles. If you happen to be in the area, let me know. I’d be happy to treat you to lunch. Blessings!
Kirsten says
Hi Katya,
i have just discovered this site, and have been enjoying looking through your recipes, I live in Sydney with the colder months (which i hate)
approaching, i will make some of your chilli dishes & soup,
would love your chicken soup if poss? or is it here somewhere,
Warm Regards,
Kirsten 🙂
Katya says
Hi Kirsten! Welcome all the way from Sydney! That’s so cool 🙂 Soup and chili is definitely a way to go in colder months, even though I bet your cold doesn’t compare to our cold 🙂 What chicken soup are you exactly referring to?
Kirsten says
Hahaha Yes im sure our cold is just a little cool for you. I live on the beaches, & we all LOVE summer here.
Just hearty chicken soup recipes,, didnt you say you have a good chicken noodle one? 🙂
Katya says
Hey Kirsten, you can find all the soups under the Recipe Index, including chilies. I have a chicken noodle soup with an asian twist on there as well. Hope you find something good to cook up. And stay warm 🙂
Chelsey Nichol says
I found you though Pinterest…and wanted to let you know that I also have an anchor as part of my logo 🙂 and also love potato chips (they are the food that I would be left with if stranded on a desert island and could only eat one food ever again) and Julia Roberts in Nottinghill. I think its really her hair in that movie that gets me, love it.
Katya says
Hi Chelsey! Welcome to my blog! Glad you stumbled through Pinterest. Sounds like you have an awesome taste. I like you already 🙂 Hope you come back. Thanks for dropping me a note!!! Have a great night.
Valentina says
Loved reading your about page. Absolutely love your photography, like totally am loving every image. Bravo!:)
Katya says
You’re so sweet! That’s a big compliment. Thanks girlfriend 🙂 Glad you stopped by.
kelvin omazzi says
i really love your recipe am using them alot at great plain conservation ol donyo lodge