In Greek: μπιφτέκια γεμιστά, pronounced beef-TEK-yah yeh-mee-STAH Bifteki is the Greek word for “burger.” More complex than a plain burger but not quite a mini-meatloaf, this recipe for feta stuffed burgers calls for grilling but they can be broiled or cooked on the stovetop as well. Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients: 2 pounds of […]

In Greek: πιπεριές γεμιστές με πλιγούρι, say: pee-peh-reeYES yeh-mee-STES meh plee-GHOO-ree Bulgur’s nutty flavor is a lovely addition to the tastes in this recipe that include tomatoes, fresh parsley and fresh basil. Keep your fresh tomatoes for salads and use canned tomatoes with their juice for the stuffing, and dress up your table with color […]

In Greek: πατάτες γιαχνί, pronounced pah-TAH-tes yahk-NEE This meatless main dish is simple and easy, and a favorite for those cold, blustery days. Serve with crusty bread for the sauce and a side of feta cheese. Add a seasonal salad for a more substantial meal. Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Ingredients: 2/3 cup of olive oil 2 medium onions, diced 3-4 […]

In Greek: στιφάδο με μανιτάρια, say: stee-FAH-thoh meh mah-nee-TAH-reeyah Greek stifatho dishes are known as stews made with a lot of onions, a tomato-based sauce, and often with the taste of cinnamon for good measure. While the best known stifatho dishes may include meat, poultry, or seafood, this mushroom stew recipe is a favorite as well, especially during periods […]

Moussaka (moo-sah-KAH) is perhaps the most widely recognized Greek dish. This recipe is a result of tinkering with the traditional ingredients to make a lighter, vegetarian moussaka recipe. I wouldn’t recommend trying to whip this up on a busy weeknight as it is still quite time consuming. When you have the time to devote to prepping […]

Pies or pitas are a staple of Greek cooking because they make good use of the vegetables and ingredients of the season. A slice of pita with a salad can be lunch or dinner or even an afternoon snack. This pita does not involve Phyllo dough or any crust Phyllo at all. It is super easy […]

Yigandes me Spanaki In Greek: γίγαντες με σπανάκι, pronounced YEE-ghan-des meh spah-NAH-kee This is a delicious meatless oven casserole that combines the classic tastes of spinach with green onion, leeks, dill, and feta cheese, combined with giant beans (yigandes) or lima beans. It can also be made with frozen spinach and, when fresh tomatoes may […]

In Greek: ντομάτες γεμιστές με αρακά, say: doh-MAH-tes yeh-mee-STES meh ah-rah-KAH This recipe for stuffed tomatoes with peas may sound like an unusual combination, but it’s delicious. The tomatoes are scooped out and baked until soft, then the filling is added and they’re browned to perfection. A delightful meatless main dish, or a side dish, […]

Phyllo (in Greek: φύλλο, pronounced FEE-lo), also spelled “filo,” is most often used to describe wafer-thin sheets of dough that are used to make some of the most delicious pastries and savory pies in the world. However, phyllo has gotten a reputation as being hard to use, or too delicate, with the result that many […]

Spitikos Domatopoltos In Greek: σπιτικός ντοματοπολτός, say: spee-tee-KOHS doh-mah-toh-pol-TOHS This recipe for homemade tomato paste has few ingredients, is very easy, but will take quite a while. The results are certainly worth the time! Make sure the tomatoes are overripe (just before they really have to be thrown out) to get the best outcome. Ingredients: […]