Greek Avgolemono: Silky Lemon, Egg and Chicken Rice Soup for Chilly October Nights
Bring the stock, onion halves and bay leaf to a boil in a large pot. If using raw thighs, add them now, reduce to a simmer and...
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Greek Spanakopita Triangles: Crispy Phyllo Bites with Spinach, Feta and Fresh Dill
If using fresh spinach, wilt it in a dry skillet over medium heat in batches, then cool and squeeze out as much liquid as poss...
Greek Moussaka: Layered Eggplant, Spiced Lamb and Creamy Bechamel Bake
Heat the oven to 425F (220C). Brush the eggplant slices with olive oil, season with salt, and roast on two baking sheets for 2...
Greek Kolokithokeftedes: Crispy Zucchini and Feta Fritters with Mint and Cool Tzatziki
Toss the grated zucchini with 1 teaspoon of the salt in a colander and let it drain for 20 minutes. Serves 6 Ingredients ...
Greek Karydopita: Syrup-Soaked Walnut and Cinnamon Cake for Crisp Autumn Afternoons
Make the syrup first so it can cool: combine the sugar, water, cinnamon stick, cloves and orange peel in a saucepan and simmer...
Greek Pastitsio: Make-Ahead Baked Pasta with Spiced Beef and Bechamel for Weeknights
Heat the oven to 350F and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish. Boil the pasta 2 minutes short of package directions, drain, and tos...
Greek Dolmades: Rice-Stuffed Grape Leaves That Pack Cold for After-School Snacks
Drain the grape leaves, rinse well, and blanch in boiling water for 3 minutes to soften and remove the brine. Drain and set as...
Greek Rizogalo: Make-Ahead Cinnamon Rice Pudding Jars for Lunchboxes
Put the rice and water in a heavy saucepan, bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 8 minutes, until the water is almos...
Greek Fava Santorinis: Silky Split Pea Puree with Capers, Tomato and Red Onion
Put the split peas in a saucepan with the chopped onion, carrot, garlic, bay leaf and water. Bring to a boil and skim off the ...
Greek Gemista: Farmers-Market Tomatoes and Peppers Stuffed with Herbed Rice
Heat the oven to 375°F. Slice the tops off the tomatoes and peppers, keeping the caps — they go back on as lids. Serves 4 ...
Chilled Greek Watermelon, Feta and Mint Salad with Olives and Lime
Soak the sliced red onion in cold water for ten minutes to mellow its bite, then drain well and pat dry. Serves 4 Ingredie...
Grilled Greek Chicken Souvlaki Pita Wraps with Tzatziki and Summer Slaw
In a bowl, whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, half the garlic, oregano and salt, then toss with the chicken and marinate for at...
Grilled Watermelon and Feta Skewers with Mint and Honey
Thread alternating cubes of watermelon and feta onto the soaked wooden skewers. Serves 6 Ingredients 1/2 small seedle...
Greek Grilled Chicken Souvlaki Pitas with Tzatziki and Charred Onion
In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika and 1/2 tsp salt, then add the chicken a...
Campfire Griddle Strapatsada with Grilled Tomatoes, Feta and Crusty Bread
Build a steady campfire and let it burn down to glowing coals, then set a cast-iron skillet on a grate over the heat. Serves...
Greek Halloumi Souvlaki Pitas with Charred Lemon and Oregano Fries
Toss the halloumi cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the oregano, and the smoked paprika. Thread onto skewers (soak w...
Greek Pastitsio Lunch with Layered Macaroni, Spiced Beef and Bechamel
Make the meat sauce: heat olive oil in a deep skillet, soften the onion 6 minutes, add garlic for 1 minute, then add the beef and brown th...
Greek Avgolemono Soup with Free-Range Chicken, Orzo, Fresh Dill and Silky Egg-Lemon Broth
Build the broth: place the whole chicken in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring slowly to a boil over medium heat, skimming off a...
Greek Spanakopita Triangles with Spinach, Feta, Dill, Pine Nuts and Crispy Phyllo
Prepare the spinach: if using fresh, blanch in boiling water for 1 minute. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water. Wring out every dr...
Greek Spanakopita Triangles with Wilted Spinach, Feta, Dill and Crispy Phyllo Pastry
Ingredients For the filling: 1.5 lbs fresh spinach (or 16 oz frozen, thawed and squeezed very dry) 1 lb good-quality feta cheese, crumble...