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Kazan Dibi (Caramelized Turkish Cream)

Posted by evelyn/athens  

I love Kazan Dibi and never fail to order it when I go to my favourite Anatolian Restaurant. A 'kazani' is an iron pan, and I guess 'dibi' is pudding or cream? Who knows? Anyway, the pudding is 'singed' (caramelized) on one side and is totally... MORE»

Recipe #173125

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Arni Kleftiko (Rebel Lamb)

(6 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

The verb 'klevo' in Greek means 'to steal'. This delicious lamb dish is called 'kleftiko' because, it is said, that when Greeks were fighting to liberate themselves from Ottoman Rule and hiding in the mountains, they would seal all the... MORE»

Recipe #171314

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Tuna Salad Pitas

(3 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

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Recipe #68205

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Prassorizo (Greek Leek Risotto)

(10 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

This is a simple Greek dish - very easy to make and very easy to eat. It is not a risotto in the Italian sense of the word, so don't look for that technique here. Still, you will be pleasantly surprised with how we do it (it's easier!). I would... MORE»

Recipe #163086

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Bougatsa Tis Tebelas (Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry)

(1 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

Bougatsa is a custard-filled pastry popular throughout Greece. It is a semolina-based custard layered in-between sheets of flaky, buttery filo. This version is the 'lazy woman's' (homecooking in Greece is nearly always cooked by mom) because it... MORE»

Recipe #163090

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Sesame Koulourakia (Biscuits)

(2 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

This is a kind of biscuit made in Greece with baking ammonia - I believe you can find this in drugstores in North America. Light and high-rising, not too sweet. A rather 'plain' kind of biscuit that is well-suited for dunking in coffee or tea.... MORE»

Recipe #164112

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Koulourakia Smyrneika (Smyrna Biscuits)

(1 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

These biscuits are traditionally made by the Greeks of Smyrna and their descendants. They are lovely to have with coffee and/or tea. Baking ammonia can be purchased at drugstores in North America. The yield I mention is arbitrary as it depends... MORE»

Recipe #164113

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Koulourakia Kanelas (Greek Cinnamon Biscuits)

(1 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

We make koulourakia throughout the year as we love to dunk them into our coffee or tea. Easter is the time when EVERYONE brings out their favourite koulourakia recipe and shows off. Baking ammonia can be purchased in drugstores in North America.... MORE»

Recipe #164155

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Arni Youvetsi (Lamb and Orzo)

(10 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

This is a traditional 'Sunday Lunch' dish. The orzo (a kind of pasta that is shaped like large grains of rice) cooks in the liquid released by the lamb and tomato and becomes very tasty. Many make it with a cut of beef suitable for roasting, cut... MORE»

Recipe #164185

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Greek Yoghurt and Fruit Salad

(21 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

I like to serve this as a dessert, but a lot of tourists coming to Greece enjoy it for breakfast. Either way, it is stunning visually, delightful to eat, and good for you, too. MORE»

Recipe #166623

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Htapodi Me Makaronaki Kofto (Stewed Octopus With Macaroni)

(2 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

This is really quite delicious. If you've never tried octopus, I urge you to. It is meaty and rich-tasting, and the macaroni tastes wonderful cooked in the rich juices it produces. MORE»

Recipe #131836

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Greek Fricassee of Lamb

(4 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

This is a fricassee as done in Greece - finished with an egg-lemon sauce (avgolemono). It is wonderfully delicious, and soul-satisfying...at least it is for us Greeks! MORE»

Recipe #131912

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Mashed Potatoes With Caramelized Onion and Olive Oil

(4 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

There is no milk or butter in these mashed potatoes - but they are VERY flavourful because of the caramelized onion and extra virgin olive oil. This is based on a recipe I tried from epicurious. MORE»

Recipe #140316

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Feta Cheese Log With Kalamata Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

(5 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

A great appetizer for the holidays. MORE»

Recipe #144025

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Comfort Soup (Chickpea and Bacon)

(2 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

I made this soup up the other day and it is real comfort food. Hearty and healthy (well, if you don't count the bacon!) - it makes a big pot and that's a good thing as you'll want more than one bowl. You can make this soup vegetarian by omitting... MORE»

Recipe #144378

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Tuna Pasta

(7 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

This is an emergency 'quickie' meal in my home. When time is short and I want to get something nutritious and tasty on the table fast, this is the meal I inevitably turn to as it is made with store-cupboard staples and everyone loves it. MORE»

Recipe #119289

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Feta Puffs

(31 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

Delicious little cheese parcels. Take my advice and double the recipe - there won't be any left. MORE»

Recipe #120813

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Mediterranean Sunset

(14 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

This is my own concoction. I'm really pleased with the results. The anise flavour of the ouzo is very nice with the citrus. Use your citrus of choice - I make it with all 3, depending on what I'm in the mood for and what's at hand. MORE»

Recipe #123820

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Zucchini And/Or Eggplant (Aubergine) Meze

(2 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

This is a very 'easy' recipe that is really quite delicious - especially if you serve it with bbq'd meat - souvlaki and kebab come to mind immediately, but any grilled meat would be delicious served with this alongside. You certainly don't need... MORE»

Recipe #129868

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Greek Yellow Split Peas With Garlic (Fava)

(5 reviews) Posted by evelyn/athens  

This is a delicious meze (appetizer) made with yellow split peas (or lentils). Santorini is the island that is known to grow the best yellow peas in Greece - and this recipe derives from there. It is very delicious and healthy - use it as a dip... MORE»

Recipe #131323

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