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 […]

In Greek: πατσαβούρα γλυκό, say: paht-sah-VOO-rah ghlee-KOH This sweet phyllo pie with yogurt takes its common name (patsavoura) from the Greek word for “rag” because of the way the phyllo sheets are bunched up. Also called tsalakoto (wrinkled) and “lazy cook’s pie,” this version with syrup is a delicious sweet treat to make as an appetizer, snack, […]

In Greek: κρεμμυδόπιτα, say: kreh-mee-THOH-pee-tah Egg, onion, bacon, cream… it almost sounds like a breakfast dish fixed in countries outside of Greece, but this traditional pan pie made with phyllo sheets is all Greek. Serve as an appetizer, at brunch, as a snack, a side, or even a light meal. The recipe makes about 12-20 […]

In Greek: πρασόπιτα, say: prah-SO-peetah Prasa (leeks) are favorites in all types of Greek cooking, but are special favorites baked with cheese in phyllo (filo, fillo) dough. The recipe makes 6 large pieces, suitable for a main dish or snack, and can be cut into smaller pieces to use as appetizers or a side dish. Like […]

In Greek: πίτα με φέτα, pronounced PEE-tah meh FEH-tah More like a quiche than a cheese pie, this is an easy dish to prepare using an electric mixer. It’s a great snack to enjoy with coffee, and for those who eat breakfast (unlike most Greeks), try this to start your day. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes […]

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, […]

If you are bored with the same old chicken recipes, then you need to try Kotopita (koh-TOH-pee-tah). This is a savory pie made with a moist and flavorful chicken filling topped with flaky phyllo dough sheets and baked to a lovely golden brown. You can serve this as a lunch or dinner entree in larger wedges, […]

In Greek: τυρόπιτα με σφολιάτα, pronounced tee-ROH-pee-tah meh sfoh-lee-AH-tah This feta cheese pie is delicious. It’s made withsfoliata, a Greek puff pastry, and although it may not deliver the light-as-air flakiness of thin phyllo dough sheets, it’s a great alternative when time is at a premium. It can also be made with “country phyllo” and […]

Part custard, part cheesecake, a Honey Pie orMelopita (meh-LOH-peeta) is so versatile that you will find yourself trying it many ways. You can make this like a pie with a bottom and/or top crust. You can try it as a tart as I make it. Or you can make it without a crust entirely as it […]