Greek Recipes

Greek and Cypriot recipes

Makaronopita Horiatiki: Country Macaroni Pie

In Greek: μακαρονόπιτα χωριάτικη, say: mah-kah-roh-NO-peetah haw-ree-AH-tee-kee The taste combination of feta cheese with pasta is what makes this macaroni pie fabulous. This simple version can be made more elaborate with the addition of other cheeses, bacon, and even leftover vegetables, but the basic dish is a country favorite. Best with homemade phyllo (filo), it […]

Chicken Phyllo Pie – Kotopita

If you are bored with the same old chicken recipes, then you need to try Kotopita (koh-TOH-pee-tah). This is a savory pie made with a moist and flavorful chicken filling topped with flaky phyllo dough sheets and baked to a lovely golden brown. You can serve this as a lunch or dinner entree in larger wedges, […]

Honey Pie – Melopita

Part custard, part cheesecake, a Honey Pie orMelopita (meh-LOH-peeta) is so versatile that you will find yourself trying it many ways. You can make this like a pie with a bottom and/or top crust. You can try it as a tart as I make it. Or you can make it without a crust entirely as it […]

Greek 5-Cheese Pie with Mushrooms

The combination of several cheeses make this a favorite! Layers of cheese, phyllo, and fresh cap mushrooms create a fabulous snack or party dish. Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound of fresh mushrooms, cleaned, chopped .4 pound (6.4 ounces) butter-flavored shortening (or margarine), melted .6 pound (9.6 ounces) of feta cheese, grated .8 pound (12.8 ounces) of […]

Tiganites: Pancakes / Fritters

In Greek: τηγανήτες, pronounced tee-ghah-NEE-tess Similar to small pancakes, these light, crispy medallion-sized treats are a delight served with honey or petimezi… or with syrup, preserves, or a creative topping of your own design. They can be eaten as a sweet snack, with breakfast, or as a brunch dish. Favorites during The Great Lent, these […]