Cinnamon is such a wonderful spice and certainly one of the most popular. Apple pie, peach cobbler, cinnamon buns, just mentioning them makes me think of the wafting smell of cinnamon in the air. Greek cooking calls for cinnamon on a regular basis and not only for sweet dishes. It…
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Continue ReadingA majority of the ingredients used in Greek cuisine are the standard foods that most of us keep in the pantry and refrigerator. Onion, flour, oregano, cinnamon, salt, potatoes, all of these are common fare. However, occasionally, during my trips to Greece, I come across ingredients that have little to…
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Continue ReadingMint or spearmint is frequently used in Greek cuisine. Aside from the wonderful flavor it imparts, mint is a powerful antioxidant with a variety of health benefits. We often think of mint as an herb used for sweet dishes. However, it is just as delicious in savory dishes. This holds…
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Continue ReadingTomato paste is frequently used in Greek cooking. While I am partial to all things homemade, every tomato paste recipe I have come across calls for 6 hours or more to make. As a result, store bought paste has become a staple in my pantry. If like me, making your own…
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Continue ReadingWhen it comes to a Greek pantry, few ingredients are as important as extra virgin olive oil. Growing up, my mother cooked primarily with olive oil. As such, it was second nature to include it in my own cooking. However, becoming part of a Greek family will take one’s appreciation…
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Continue ReadingWhile only a few recipes on the blog call for bread crumbs, this ingredient deserves special attention. More specifically, have you ever read the detailed ingredients from store bought brands? When I did, I was surprised to discover that in many cases the second main ingredient is high fructose corn syrup. Hidden…