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Greek Tomato Salad With Feta Cheese and Olives

(4 reviews) Posted by Sharon123  

In Greek, this recipe is called Saláta Horiátiki! Try to use really good olive oil. Recipe is adapted from Whole Foods. MORE»

Recipe #361513

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Creamy White Bean and Herb Dip

Posted by KathyP53  

Serve this chilled or at room temperature with crudites or crackers. MORE»

Recipe #354884

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Baklava

Posted by runningchef  

This recipe was given to my mom by a friend from Greece and is made each Holiday Season. MORE»

Recipe #348046

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Kittencal's Lemony Greek Rice With Feta

(13 reviews) Posted by KITTENCAL  

Make this only if you are a lover of Greek food, this is a full flavored rice with intense flavor --- since not everyone has a taste for olives I have left them as optional, I most always add them in — after making this a few times you will most... MORE»

Recipe #346364

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Cyser Baklava

Posted by Abi Q  

We are making cyser and grabbed a couple cups for the baklava and it is the most amazing syrup ever. MORE»

Recipe #344876

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Tosca Cookies (Cream of Wheat Cookies)

Posted by puppitypup  

These are not the traditional Cream of Wheat cookies with raisins. Instead, these are Greek cookies, which I understand were traditionally called Fenekia. They are similar to Russian Teacakes. Recipe from villagegarden.com, posted upon request,... MORE»

Recipe #343425

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Feta Cheese Squares

(1 reviews) Posted by KathyP53  

Make these ahead and freeze to pop in the oven for the holidays MORE»

Recipe #341491

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Duck Breast With Fried Apples

(1 reviews) Posted by ThatSouthernBelle  

This recipe is courtesy of Dina Nikolaou. Found this recipe in the November 28, 2008 edition of Athens Plus magazine. MORE»

Recipe #340822

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Hot Cross Carrot Bun

(1 reviews) Posted by Sharon123  

A wonderful treat! Great for holidays, or a nice Sunday brunch. Enjoy! A little history: In many historically Christian countries, buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday, with the cross standing as a symbol of the crucifixion. They are... MORE»

Recipe #340667

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Roasted Shrimp With Feta (Barefoot Contessa)

Posted by Manami  

This is Ina Garten's secret for convincing your guests that you're a natural-born cook! I recommend Greek or French feta if you can find it. Usually Ina prefers feta cubed rather than crumbled, but here she crumbles it in large pieces. Pernod is... MORE»

Recipe #340179

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Zucchini Fritters

Posted by KathyP53  

This is a great, interesting side dish to use up end-summer-squash.Made with fennel, dill, and Greek herbs, it's different and delicious. MORE»

Recipe #331640

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Kota Macaronada - Chicken Kapama (Chicken With Pasta)

(1 reviews) Posted by ThatSouthernBelle  

I'm always on the lookout for something Greek and delicious sounding. I found this in the September 16, 2008 edition of the Dallas Morning News. This recipe was accompanied by an article stating, "Kathy Naftis of Colleyville, a parishioner... MORE»

Recipe #331191

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Tishpishti (Greek Honey Cake)

Posted by Oolala  

Posted in response to a request. I found this recipe in a cookbook called "Jewish Cookery from Boston to Baghdad" by Malvina W. Liebman. The blurb there stated: "One of the most nostalgic and best known of Yiddish folksongs in... MORE»

Recipe #329799

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Greek Lamb Stew

(1 reviews) Posted by Paja  

This recipe comes from "That's Trump" (one of the "Best of Bridge" series) with a few modifications. To me, this is one of those perfect recipes that I make time and again. I love the tomato and the seasonings. Just a hint... MORE»

Recipe #329387

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Pomegranate Simple Syrup & Sparkle Wine Cooler

Posted by Debber  

Found the clipping in the Paleozic layer littered on my desk--time to get it recorded for posterity! Comes from a magazine, don't ask me which one, though! Anyway make the syrup first, then get right to the wine cooler. Lovely color,... MORE»

Recipe #328848

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Greek Pasteli (Sesame Seed & Honey Snacks)

(4 reviews) Posted by All-Natural-Nut  

While in Greece I saw this "candy" that I loved from childhood...little bites of sesame and honey that were soft because they did not have any sugar. Inspired, I set out to see if I could buy them in the US but found instead that they... MORE»

Recipe #326367

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Pantespani - Greek Sponge Cake With Orange

Posted by Um Safia  

Pantespani is a traditional light sponge cake, soaked in a light syrup. It can be served as is, with toppings such as whipped cream and strawberries (similar to strawberry shortcake), with some toasted almonds, or other toppings of your choice,... MORE»

Recipe #324575

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Christopsomo (Greek Christmas Bread)

Posted by Celticevergreen  

Christopsomo, or Christ's Bread, is considered a sacred tradition in many Greek Orthodox homes. The bread is often decorated with pieces of dough formed into representations of the family's life. Time doesn't include proofing time. MORE»

Recipe #322480

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Karythopita (Walnut Spice Cake)

Posted by Celticevergreen  

A favorite any time, this Greek dessert is also a Christmas tradition for many families. MORE»

Recipe #322472

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Spinach and Artichoke Wreath(Pampered Chef Copycat)

(3 reviews) Posted by Sharon123  

Flaky pastry(refrigerated crescent rolls!) filled with a savory filling for a dramatic main dish that can be prepared in less than an hour! Adapted from Pampered Chef! Easy enough for family and great presentation for company or holidays! For a... MORE»

Recipe #321915

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