In this version of stuffed peppers, spinach and Feta cheese are paired with light and fluffy couscous together with raisins, pine nuts, and a touch of fresh dill. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour, 20 minutes Yield: 6 Peppers Ingredients: 6 medium red bell peppers (orange and yellow work well too) 1/2 cup olive oil, (divided) 1 […]

Delicious grilled eggplant slices rolled and stuffed with a savory spinach and Feta cheese filling and baked in a flavorful tomato sauce. This can be a great vegetarian entrée or a tasty side dish to your favorite summer meal. Note: If you are pressed for time, you can save yourself a step by using your favorite […]

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 […]

Ingredients: 1 Kilo Lamb (on the bone) 3 Spring onions, roughly chopped 1 –2 tbsp. Olive Oil 900 gm Fresh Spinach 2 tbsp. Fresh Chopped Dill 1 Egg Salt to taste Juice of a Lemon Serves 4 – 6  Method: Heat the oil in a heavy-based saucepan and add the lamb and spring onions. Brown for […]

Squid recipes with Spinach, or Calamari Me Spanaki as it is known in Greece, is a popular and favourite dish in Greece. Cooking squid with spinach creates a delicious, tasty and healthy meal. Serve with a crisp, green salad, plenty of fresh crusty bread and extra lemon wedges. In winter, serve this squid recipes with […]

Ingredients: 2 bunches of fresh spinach 1 cup of rise of choice 1/2 a cup of parsley finely chopped 3-4 spring onions finely chopped 1/4 cup of lemon juice 1/4 cup of olive oil Salt and pepper to taste The ingredients given are to serve 5-6 people. Adjust accordingly. Method: Place the rise in a […]

Ingredients for the dough: 1 kg flour for all uses 1/2 a cup of olive oil 2 eggs, beaten 1 tsp of salt 1/2 a cup of tsikoudia (Opional) or 1/4 cup of brandy (Optional) Ingredients for the filling: 2 kg spinach or other greens 1/4 cup of olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1/2 […]

Roasted Chicken with Eggplant and Spinach marries the earthy flavors of eggplant, garlic, spinach, and chicken, which are simmered in their own wine-infused juices. Pair this with your favorite rice pilaf or potatoes for an easy weeknight meal. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes Yield: 6 – 8 servings Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, cut into […]

n Greek: γλώσσα με σπανάκι, pronounced GLOH-sah meh spah-NAH-kee Fillet of sole on a bed of spinach, baked in a cheese bechamel sauce. This is a delicious and beautiful dish. Choose an oven-to-table baking dish for a lovely presentation. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Ingredients: 2 pounds of spinach, washed and coarsely chopped 2 […]

In Greek: σουπιές με σπανάκι, pronounced soop-YES meh spah-NAH-kee Use frozen cuttlefish that has already been cleaned and cut into pieces for this recipe if you don’t want to clean the fresh version. Cuttlefish have a stronger taste than squid, and this recipe brings other tastes to the mix that complement it. Cook Time: 1 hour Total […]