Hey there foodie friends, Black-Eyed Beans are a staple in Greek cuisine. And not just because they were and are affordable, but because they taste so good!. My mom, aunt, and grandmother often made black‑eyed beans on the stovetop. Simmering the beans with tomatoes, onions, and whatever greens were in […]
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Greek Leek Pie Recipe
Hello again, There’s something incredibly comforting about recipes that come from the mountains. The kind of food that feels humble, nourishing, and made to warm you from the inside out. This Greek Leek Pie (Prasopita) comes straight from Pelion, a region known for its stunning landscapes and stone-built villages. This […]
Sweet Honey Roasted Carrots
Hey there foodies, Some vegetarian recipes really do know how to steal the spotlight, don’t you think? These sweet honey-roasted carrots are exactly that kind of dish. They disappear faster than anything else on the table, and every time I’m left standing there shocked, thinking, ‘Wait… didn’t I make a […]
Cheesy Sausage Pasta Bake
Hey there foodie friends, Looking for a scrumptious pasta bake? Here’s one for ya, a Cheesy Sausage Pasta Bake. Okay, it was time for a pasta recipe, a baked one, loaded with peppers, leeks, sausages, and of course, plenty of cheese. No heavy cream here, just cheesy deliciousness. I chose […]
Moussaka (Eggplant and Beef Lasagna)
Hello fellow foodies, Opa Opa Opa Moussakaaaas, the queen of Greek comfort food! I actually made two of these delicious little bakes this time, one with meat and one without. But today, I’m sharing the classic version, the one most people know and love. Now, Moussaka isn’t just food, it’s […]
Potatoes with Creamy Feta Sauce
Hello there, Ok, so if you’ve ever traveled to Greece and found yourself island hopping through the Ionian Sea to places like Cefalonia, Corfu, or Zakynthos, to name a few, you’ve probably come across this Potato Salad with Feta sauce. If not, I’m here to share this deliciously simple recipe […]
Greek Tubettini Pasta Salad
Hello everyone, This Greek Tubettini Pasta salad is bright, fresh, and perfect for when you want something quick, tasty. Doesn’t the name sound fun? I think it does 🙂 Anyway, this pasta and vegetable salad brings that classic Greek flavor we all know and love, juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion, […]
Air Fryer Marinated Mushrooms
Hey there, These Air Fryer Marinated Mushrooms are irresistibly delicious and come together in no time, so quick, easy, and packed with flavor! I had some frozen mushrooms hanging out in my freezer for a while, you know, the kind you buy thinking, “I’ll definitely use these this week,” and […]
Lemony Pea Carrot Stew
Hey fellow foodies, Have you ever stared at a bag of peas? I do that sometimes, wondering what on earth to do with them. Sure, boiling is the easiest and fastest way out, but geeeez, that’s a little boring, right? The good news? Well, Greek cuisine has many tasty ways […]
Greek Spinach and Rice (Spanakorizo)
Hey friends, Greek Spinach and Rice, otherwise known as Spanakorizo, is the ultimate comfort food. I mean, seriously, it doesn’t get more Greek than this! It’s one of those humble, everyday dishes that brings together simple ingredients most deliciously. Packed with leafy spinach, generously poured olive oil (because let’s be […]