Onion Tart with Potato and Thyme
This caramelized onion tart makes this pie a flavor stopper! If you have never made an Onion Tart before…this is the one to try. It is easy to prepare, and creamy from the ! The potatoes give it that comfort food feel and thethyme takes it to 5 star!You can even substitute everything to vegan […]
Kolokitho-keftedes -Zucchini Fritters
This Zuuchini fritters are to die for! They have a crispy outside and a creamy interior that oozes cheese and the taste of zucchini. They taste buttery and are the best comfort food for the whole family, or just as a greek meze with a glass of wine and a few cherry tomatoes alongside with […]
Tomato-keftedes-Tomato Fritters
When tomatoes are in season, these fritters are to die for. They are sweet and succulent ,and even though fried, they are light and satisfying without any of the heaviness that fried foods offer. This is a super summer dish and pairs well tzatziki and a cold glass of wine, reminiscent of a true Greek! Add to your table as a delicious “meze”, or starter too.
Confit ChickPea Stew-Traditional “Sifnian Revithada”
This is one of my favorite foods since childhood. I used to eagerly wait for Sunday’s on my island of Sifnos, Greece, for the fired ceramic pots filled with the sizzling chickpeas to make it to our lunch table! I never really enjoyed meat growing up, so this was a taste of heaven to me. […]
Matza -Spanakopita כשר לפסח
Ingredients: 1 Pack of Matza Crackers2 large leeks chopped (only the tender part, keep the rest for broths)1 onion finely chopped1 kg spinach washed and drained2 whole spring onions chopped fine 1 TBS saltfreshly ground pepper to taste¼ cup olive oil1 tbsp Matza flour or crushed up Matza1 TBS brewers yeast (optional)————- For the Cream:1 cup […]
“Revithada” ChickPea Stew with a Pressure Cooker
This is one of my favorite foods since childhood. I used to eagerly wait for Sunday’s on my island of Sifnos, Greece, for the fired ceramic pots filled with the sizzling chickpeas to make it to our lunch table! I never really enjoyed meat growing up, so this was a taste of heaven to me. […]
How to get rid of garlic smell from your hands.
Garlic! You either love it or hate it. However, I think we can all agree that a little garlic goes a long way when preparing meals.And, if you are like most people–then your least favorite thing to do is to peel and chop it fine and avoid it at all costs for fear of the […]
Spinach-Feta Loaf “Spanakopita”
For the dough: Makes 3 Loaves 500 g Spelt flour, or all-purpose100 ml olive oil20 ml vinegar, white wine, or ouzo10 g granulated sugar1 teaspoon fresh thyme( just leaves) or 1/2 tsp dried thyme1 1/2 tsp salt210 ml water200 ml olive oil, for brushing each Tip: Semolina, or polenta for dusting the bottom of the pan. Method:Mix the flour, olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt and water for 5 minutes in a […]
No knead-Greek Style Country Bread
Ingredients: 250 gr. Spelt, Wheat, or any glutenous flour of choice.70 gr Yellow Corn Flour or Polenta2 Tsp Yeast1 Tsp Sea Salt1 TBS Honey or Sugar (Also-Maple and Date syrup are fine too, but not traditional greek ingredients)100-115 gr. Water (room temp.)——————————————————–Toppings: Sprinkle sesame seeds, pumpkin or sunflower seeds for added crunch and beauty. Place […]
Creamy Vegan-Mushroom Kale Soup
Ingredients:8 Portobello Mushrooms12 Shiitake Mushrooms1 Large Onion2 sprigs of Celery1 large carrot 5 cloves of garlic10 medium to large Kale leaves1-2 TBSP Mushroom Powder1 Mushroom flavoring cube1 Tsp Pepper Flakes1 Tsp Garlic Powder1-1.5 Cups Coconut Cream or Plant Milk or Cream of your choice2 liters of Water or Vegetable broth1.5 Tsp Black Pepper1 TBSP salt, […]