Ingredients: 1 1/2 kilo of fresh chestnuts 1 1/2 kilo sugar Little salt 4 cups of water 1 tbsp of lemon juice or even little more For every half kilo of chestnut we add half kilo sugar and 2/3 of glass water. Method: Clean the outer skin of the chestnuts. Place them in a pot […]

The blending of tastes in this stovetop recipe for turkey is delightful, and a wonderful way to make turkey without the whole bird. Chestnuts, pine nuts, toasted almonds, a dash of brandy, orange juice, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce combine with rosemary to create a dish to remember. Cook Time: 1 hour, 20 minutes Total Time: 1 hour, 20 minutes […]

In Greek: ρύζι με ξηρούς καρπούς, pronounced REE-zee meh ksee-ROOS kar-POOS This recipe for rice with almonds and chestnuts is easy to make, and a seasonal favorite in autumn and winter. For best results, use converted (parboiled) long grain rice with this recipe. Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 1 tablespoon of margarine or butter 4-5 […]

Chestnuts are a favorite ingredient in many recipes for stuffing, sweets,, in rice and vegetable dishes, and with meats, but they do need to come out of their shells and be soft enough to use. Learn how in a few easy and simple steps. The process is easy and takes about 25 minutes. Difficulty: Easy Time […]

INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup olive oil 3 cups of peeled boiled chestnuts 5 cloves of garlic vinegar salt METHOD It is very important that chestnuts are still warm when starting the preparation. Smash the chestnuts until they become a smooth “pulp”. Add the mashed garlic and vinegar, and pour the oil while stiring with a spoon […]

Question: What Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs Are in Season Now? Traditional Greek cooking is based on what’s in season at the moment. Meals are often planned at the last minute, depending on what looks irresistible at the market! So what’s in season now? Answer:In today’s world of refrigeration and hothouse-grown produce, the distinction among seasonal produce […]

In Greek: galopoula yemisti, γαλοπούλα γεμιστή (pronounced ghah-loh-POO-lah yeh-mee-STEE) Although the oldest traditions of Greece call for lamb, goat, or pork at the holidays, all roasted meats and poultry are commonly served. This stuffed turkey (or capon) has become a favorite with modern-day Greek cooks. Prep Time: 40 minutes Cook Time: 3 hours, 30 minutes Total Time: 4 hours, 10 minutes Ingredients: 8-9 […]

 In Greece this Chicken (Kota) dish is made with cinnamon and cloves, in Cyprus this meat is braised with coriander and red wine. Ingredients:  1 Frying or roasting chicken (2.5 lbs. cut into serving pieces)  1 Lemon (juice only)  4 Tbs. Extra Virgin Olive Oil  1/2 cup Dry white wine (optional)  1 1/2 lb Peeled, […]

Greek Cheeses Greek Food And Drink Glossary Make Your Own Ingredients for Cooking Greek Food How to Get Rid of Cooking Smells – From Hands and Kitchen How To Prepare Chestnuts for Cooking How To Make Blanched Almonds How to Clean and Prepare Snails for Cooking How To Clean Squid (Calamari) How to tenderise Octopus […]

Ingredients: 1 pack of Greek Filo pastry 4 1/4 cup of milk 4 eggs 1/2 a cup of melted unsalted butter 1 cup of sugar 1/2 a tsp of powder vanilla 3/4 cup of fine semolina Powder sugar Powder cinnamon Method: Pour the milk with a piece of lemon peel in a large sauce pan […]