In Greek: μακαρονόπιτα χωριάτικη, say: mah-kah-roh-NO-peetah haw-ree-AH-tee-kee The taste combination of feta cheese with pasta is what makes this macaroni pie fabulous. This simple version can be made more elaborate with the addition of other cheeses, bacon, and even leftover vegetables, but the basic dish is a country favorite. Best with homemade phyllo (filo), it […]

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, […]

Pites (pan-sized pies) and pitakia (small pies) are some of the most famous dishes in Greece. Thick and thin phyllo (filo) dough can either be used as layers of crust or wrapped around individual bites of tasty cheeses, greens, vegetables, or combinations. Greek Phyllo Cheese Triangles – Tiropites Delicious packets of crisp phyllo pastry wrapped […]

Greek Souvlaki can be the perfect outdoor dish, or cooked indoors as appetizers, main dishes, and snacks. These skewers can be made with meat, seafood, and vegetables. Souvlaki Recipe – Recipe for Grilled Pork Souvlaki Souvlaki is part of the Greek experience. By far the most popular “fast” food in Greece, they are relatively inexpensive […]

In Greek: στραπατσάδα, pronounced strah-paht-SAH-thah The word strapatsatha is used for all types of scrambled eggs, and this combination of zucchini and tomato is a wonderful combination of tastes. Serve for breakfast, brunch, and a light meal. Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 3 pounds of small zucchini 3/4 pounds of ripe tomatoes, puréed 5 eggs 1/2 cup […]

In Greek, this is very long, but the Greek word for omelet is ομελέτα (say: oh- meh-LET-tah). Homemade omelets are large affairs, and this is no exception. It has a lot of veggies and three eggs, and although the recipe is for two, it could work for three. Although you may prefer zucchini less cooked, […]

In Greek: ομελέτα με σπαράγγια και κολοκύθι, pronounced oh-meh-LEH-tah meh spah-RAHG-yah keh koh-loh-KEE-thee This fabulous omelet features fresh asparagus and winter squash or zucchini. It’s an easy and quick dish that’s perfect for brunch, a meze or a light meal. Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 5 eggs 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground […]

In Greek: ομελέτα με αγκινάρες, pronounced oh-meh-LEH-tah meh ahg-ee-NAH-ress April is peak season for fresh artichokes, making this a springtime favorite, but this omelet is delicious with frozen artichoke hearts as well. This is a Greek country omelet, which means that it’s a hearty pie-type omelet, packed with vegetables, and makes a filling main dish. […]

It may sound strange if you live in a country where eggs are plentiful and omelets and scrambles are heavy on the eggs and light on any additions; but, in Greece, a country where vegetables, cheeses, and fruit have historically been the primary recipe ingredients, traditional omelets and scrambles are not focused on the egg. Meeting fabulous […]

Greek egg dishes include a wide variety of omelets, eggs with vegetables, cheeses, and meats. Fourtalia – Classic Frittata of Andros Fourtalia – Recipe and Instructions for Fourtalia – Classic Frittata from Andros Greek Omelets & Scrambles: They’re Not About the Eggs It may sound strange, but traditional Greek omelets and scrambles are not focused […]