Archive:  July, 2007

saganaki

Saganaki

In Appetizers On July 31, 2007 0 Comments

Fried Cheese Saganaki is a two-handled shallow skillet much used in the Greek kitchen. It is a useful pan that can be used to fry dishes before finishing… Read More »

dolmades

Dolmades

In Appetizers On July 29, 2007 2 Comments

Stuffed Vine Leaves When served as a meze(appetizer), vine leaves are usually simply stuffed with rice, tomatoes and herbs. Some recipes also call for pine nuts and raisins…. Read More »

strapatsada

Scrambled Eggs and Tomatoes

In Greek Recipes On July 25, 2007 1 Comment

Greek – Strapatsada This Greek recipe dish is served throughout Greece in the summer months when ripe tomatoes are plentiful. It is also delicious served cold. Preparation: Heat… Read More »

lamb and potatoes

Roast Lamb with Lemon Potatoes

In Greek Recipes On July 14, 2007 1 Comment

In Greece, no special celebration is complete without a whole spit-roasted lamb. The Easter fast is always broken with a feast of roast lamb, potatoes and green salad…. Read More »

spanakorizo

Spanakorizo

In Greek Recipes On July 4, 2007 0 Comments

Spinach Rice A favorite and easy Greek recipe! Preparation: Heat half the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and saute the green onions and garlic… Read More »

bechamel

Bechamel Sauce

In Greek Recipes On July 4, 2007 0 Comments

Bechamel sauce is widely used in baked vegetable and meat dishes, such as the classic Pastichio. It also is used as topping spread over zucchini or eggplant that… Read More »

Meat Sauce

In Meat Sauce On July 4, 2007 0 Comments

Meat Sauce Meat Sauce is used in many pastas, pies or stuffed vegetable dishes. You can also use this aromatic sauce to make shepherd’s pie or moussaka. Ingredients:… Read More »

Moussaka piece

Zucchini Moussaka

In Greek Recipes On July 4, 2007 1 Comment

Zucchini Moussaka A “lighter” version of the traditional Moussaka recipe, which tends to use heavy eggplants and potatoes. Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350F. Heat the olive oil… Read More »

mosxari

Lamb, Tomato, Garlic, and Lemon Stew

In Greek Recipes On July 1, 2007 0 Comments

Greek – Mosxari Kokkinisto This easy Greek stew recipe originates from the Ionian islands, where it’s commonly made with rabbit or lamb. Combine it with fresh tomatoes, lemon… Read More »

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Traditonal Greek Salad

In Greek Recipes On July 1, 2007 1 Comment

Greek – Horiatiki Salata Who would of thought that this traditional country-style salad would end up becoming one of the best loved Greek dishes? A very easy Greek… Read More »