Method: You need 1/4 – 1/2 kilo of Fasolia or dried beans, depending on number of people. 1/2 kilo will produce about 5-6 servings but you can make extra and store in airtight containers in the freezer if you make too much. It’s best to soak the beans overnight to release the toxins and also […]

I use about 2-3 kilos of fresh green walnuts for this and about 2-3 kilos of sugar. Use tender fresh green walnuts; the older they are the harder they tend to be. They are best picked when they are fresh. To prepare the walnuts: Thinly Peel outer skin but you should wear gloves for this if […]

Ingredients: 1¼ kilo fresh green Walnuts 1¼ kilo sugar 3 glasses of water 3 sachets of vanilla 1 tsp lemon juice Few blanched almonds (optional) Method: Use the tenderest ones you can find, the older they are the harder they tend to be. They are best picked when they just come out. Wash the walnuts […]

In Greek: παϊδάκια σχάρας με θυμάρι, pronounced pah-ee-THAHK-yah SKAH-rahs meh thee-MAH-ree The beauty of this recipe is that it works as well for one as it does for one hundred. A simple classic Greek dish cooked in the traditional way – on the grill. For best results, use fresh thyme. Its slightly woodsy smell goes perfectly […]

In Greek: αρνί με αγκινάρες, pronounced ar-NEE meh ahg-kee-NAH-res A Greek classic, this one-pot meal can also be made with kid. Be sure to include bones since they are a traditional part of this dish. The tangy egg-lemon sauce is the crowning touch, and is added just before serving. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes […]

In Greek: παϊδάκια με πιπέρι, pronounced pah-ee-THAK-yah meh pee-PEH-ree When the weather brings cooking indoors (or if grilling isn’t your favorite thing) these oven broiled lamb chops are the answer. If you don’t care for a lot of pepper, leave it off and use regular seasoning. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Ingredients: […]

In Greek: αρνάκι κλέφτικο, pronounced ahr-NAH-kee KLEF-tee-koh This recipe is an adaptation of a dish fixed in the mountains by guerillas (bandits) who needed to cook without being seen. They placed the meat on coals in a hole, covered it up, and let it cook for up to 24 hours. No trace of any stolen […]

In Greek: μπριζόλες χοιρινές στο φούρνο, pronounced bree-ZOH-les hee-ree-NES stoh FOOR-no Pork chops are roasted with potatoes and a sprinkling of chopped tomatoes, bell pepper, and garlic. This is an easy and delicious dish to prepare. Just add a salad to complete the meal. Cook Time: 2 hours Total Time: 2 hours Ingredients: 6 pork chops (approx. 3 3/4 […]

This recipe calls for Halloumi, a fabulous cheese from Cyprus, and one often used in Greek cooking. If you can’t find Halloumi, mozzarella (often recommended as a substitute) has a similar uncooked texture, but less salt, less flavor, and will melt. Feta cheese will soften (not melt), and will change the taste of the dish […]

In Greek: σπάλα χοιρινή στο φούρνο, say: SPAH-lah hee-ree-NEE stoh FOOR- noh Pork shoulder roast (spala hoirini in Greek) is an inexpensive cut that can serve up to 10 people. The boned roast (boned by the butcher or you can do it yourself) is coated with a mustard garlic rub then rolled up around pieces of sharp cheese, […]