These zucchini feta fritters are a great appetizer or finger food on a hot summer day. The saltiness of the feta and the freshness of the mint, combine with the zucchini to make a delicious and refreshing treat. Since discovering this recipe, it has become a summer staple in our home. These bite size zucchini feta fritters are particularly handy given that they can be eaten hot or cold. Ingredients 4 cups shredded zucchini (~ 3 size medium zucchinis) 3 tablespoons fresh chopped mint 1 egg 8 ounces feta cheese Half a medium red onion 1/2-3/4 cup all-purpose flour Extra virgin olive oil…
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Continue ReadingEveryone loves a good Greek salad. A true Greek salad doesn’t call for lettuce or vinegar. The two key ingredients are a high quality Greek extra virgin olive oil and fragrant Greek oregano. On a hot summer’s day, consider storing the salad in the refrigerator for an hour or two. This will make it especially refreshing. Just be sure to wait until you’re ready to serve the salad to add the salt and olive oil. Ingredients 2 large ripe tomatoes 1 large cucumber 1 green bell pepper 3 ounces feta 2 slices red onion 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon…
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Continue ReadingHomemade pastry dough is quick and easy to make and is prepared with extra virgin olive oil, making it suitable for those following a dairy free or vegan diet. We use it most often for savory dishes and it can also be used for sweet baked goods. If baking something sweet, add a tablespoon of sugar to the recipe. The ingredients will yield two large pies. If you don’t need that much dough, reduce the amounts by half or store the extra dough in the refrigerator to be used later in the week. Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup extra virgin…
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Continue ReadingWhile this plum muffins recipe isn’t particularly Greek, I wanted to share it after telling the tale of our plums in my latest garden post. Muffins and breads are a perfect way to enjoy fruit that is damaged or overly ripe. Another reason this plum muffins recipe is so great, is its margin for error. While I can hold my own with savory dishes, I am a lousy baker. Mostly, because I tend to over bake things. Thankfully, this type of muffin/bread usually turns out well even for those like me who are baking-challenged. This plum muffins recipe’s flexibility is another…
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Continue ReadingA wonderful attribute of Greek cuisine is its approach to vegetables. They are frequently given center stage and prepared as an entrée rather than a side dish. One of the technics used to achieve this is by stewing the vegetables in an olive oil based tomato sauce. Paired with a thick slice of feta and piece of chunky bread, a notoriously bland vegetable becomes a flavor powerhouse. Ingredients 2 pounds peas 1 medium onion 2 medium carrots 2 potatoes 2-3 tablespoon fresh chopped dill 6 cups water 5 teaspoons tomato paste 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons salt Preparation…
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Continue ReadingPepper and onion tomato sauce is one of my favorite dishes to prepare when entertaining. The flavors are appealing to most and this particular dish is easy to adapt when catering to various dietary restrictions. What do you cook when you are hosting a dinner party for a combination of vegetarian, meat lover, and gluten intolerant friends? I am always excited when I find a dish that caters to everyone’s preferences. While this specific recipe does not contain meat or seafood, it serves as an excellent vegan base to which you can add chicken or shrimp, in turn creating a vegan and…