Ingredients: An 8-ounce package of halloumi cheese, cut in 3/8-inch slices 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil For the garnish freshly ground black pepper oregano or mint leaves 4-5 cherry tomatoes cut in half balsamic vinaigrette Preparation: Preheat a nonstick frying pan over high heat. Place the halloumi slices on a plate with the olive oil […]
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Pumpkin Pita – Coiled Kolokithopita from Samos
This pumpkin pita is one of the specialties of the island of Samos, a beautiful island in the eastern part the Aegean Sea. It’s a savory pumpkin and phyllo pie that combines sweet pumpkin with onions, feta cheese, and mint. Baked until the phyllo is crisp and golden brown, it makes a wonderful appetizer, side dish […]
Lahanopita – Baked Cabbage Pita with Celery, Leek, and Carrot
In this pita recipe, the cabbage is tender cooked with celery root and carrot and then combined with feta and kasseri cheese as a delicious filling for a pan-sized pie. Serve this Lahanopita on its own for a light meal or on the side as a savory side dish. Prep Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 2 hours, […]
Spanakopita Tart with Bacon and Mushrooms
A rustic spinach tart pays homage to the classic Spanakopita, but ups the ante with the added flavors of bacon and mushrooms. Enjoy this as a brunch entrée or pair it with a salad for a light meal. No time to make your own tart dough? Simply substitute a prepared pie shell and follow the […]
Eggplant and Roasted Red Pepper Pita – Melitzanopita
A delicious combination of eggplant, roasted red peppers, and Feta cheese layered in phyllo pastry dough and baked until flaky and golden brown. Enjoy this as a light vegetarian meal or as a savory appetizer. Note: Most commercial phyllo packages in the U.S. are sold in one-pound boxes. A 9 x 12 pan will use about […]
Krouasan me Feta: Feta Croissants
In Greek: κρουασάν με φέτα, pronounced croo-ah-SAHN meh FEH-tah These delightful croissants are not sweet, and make a wonderful addition to the breakfast, brunch, buffet, or cocktail table. Use commercial croissant dough, or make your own for a light, delicious taste. Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 5 packages of croissant dough (8 croissants each) or […]
Pita, Pites (plural), Pitaki, Pitakia (plural)
Definition: The Greek word pita (plural pites) refers to a pie or cake cooked in a baking pan. Greek pan pies are often made with phyllo dough crusts and pan cakes are often soaked in a honey or sugar syrup.Pita (say: PEE-tah) is most frequently used as a suffix following the word for the pie’s or cake’s main ingredient, […]
Omeleta me Kolokythakia: Zucchini Omelet
In Greek: ομελέτα με κολοκυθάκια (pronounced oh-meh-LEH-tah meh koh-loh-kee-THAHK-yah) This is a brunch, lunch or dinner omelet, traditionally served in summer as a light main dish, but it works any time of the year when zucchini is available. The tastes of zucchini, olive oil, and egg are a perfect fit. The recipe is flexible, but […]
Strapatsatha: Scrambled Eggs with Feta, Tomatoes & Onion
In Greek: στραπατσάδα, pronounced strah-paht-SAH-thah Once all the ingredients are in the pan, my granddaughter, who is 9, likes to finish up this dish. It simply needs to be stirred, and the tastes meld together to make a classic dish of scrambled eggs – with a Greek twist. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Ingredients: […]
Omeleta me Patates: Potato Omelet
In Greek: ομελέτα με πατάτες, pronounced oh-meh-LET-tah meh pah-TAH-tess A pie-like omelet, this is a great way to use leftover fried potatoes (just warm them in a little oil in a frying pan). Otherwise, make it with fresh fries and feta cheese, for a delicious meal. Add a crisp green salad, Greek olives, crusty bread […]