It’s hard to imagine a holiday or feast day without the traditional Roast Leg of Lamb. Accompanied by heaps of delicious oven-roasted potatoes, it’s a classic Greek dish that is beloved by many. When planning how large a leg of lamb to order, you should figure on a pound of meat (uncooked) per person. Smaller legs […]

This recipe for Pork Roast with Roasted Peppers is one way to gather your gang around the table for a nice sit-down meal. Serve with orzo or rice pilaf or any pasta you prefer. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes Yield: 6 – 8 servings Ingredients: For the sauce: 1 15 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained […]

This is a favorite winter dish and one that combines the succulent flavors of braised pork, celery, and the beloved Avgolemono (egg-lemon) sauce. It’s a great one-dish meal that screams for crusty bread to dip in the flavorful sauce. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Yield: 6 servings Ingredients: 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 cup olive […]

Serves 4-6 This Cypriot dish is excellent as a substantial salad or as a main course, but be lavish with some aromatic olive oil and fresh lemon juice for authenticity. These are touches of glorification in this otherwise humble dish, which can be served hot or at room temperature. Black-eyed beans do not need soaking […]

Serves 8-10 Ingredients: 900 gr macaroni 100 gr butter 200 gr onion -finely chopped 650 gr minced beef 900 gr riped tomatoes -peeled and finely chopped 2 tablespoons tomato paste ½ tablespoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon sugar Pinch of nutmeg (optional) Seasoning 100 gr halloumi cheese For the sauce: 50 gr butter 50 gr flour 600 […]

There are a multitude of different fillings, according to the season and the occasion. The pastry used to wrap them also varies, from the paper-thin fillo pastry found in the cities to permutations of homemade puff pastry, or a simple, homemade substitute for fillo. Fillo pastry freezes well and it will keep frozen for up to […]

In Greek: πατατοσαλάτα, pronounced pah-tah-toh-sah-LAH-tah Lemon is a Greek favorite with potatoes, and this quick and easy potato salad relies on lemon to give it a touch of sharpness that goes so well with many main dishes. With whatever else is on the table, have some feta cheese nearby since potatoes and feta are a […]

In Greek: πατάτες με κολοκυθάκια, pronounced pah-TAH-tes meh koh-loh-kee-THAHK-yah Depending on your preference, this simple recipe is great as a meatless one-pot main dish, or as a side dish. The thinner the slices, the prettier it looks. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour, 50 minutes Ingredients: 4 medium-small potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 2 medium […]

In Greek: χόρτα με κολοκυθάκια, pronounced HOR-tah meh koh-loh-kee-THAHK-yah Care is required when cooking two vegetables together to make sure the tastes complement each other. Always add the leafy greens well after the zucchini since they require different cooking times. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients: 2 pounds of tender chicory greens, dandelion greens, […]

Boiled greens or Horta vrasta (HOR-tah vrah-STAH) are a staple in any Greek household. These are easy to prepare and when dressed with a bit of olive oil and lemon, you will really enjoy the clean, pure taste. Like spinach, boiled greens wilt and reduce when cooked to a fraction of their original quantity. For four ample servings, […]