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Roasted Lamb Leg
When you buy leg of lamb, talk to your butcher, please shop wisely, no old lamb , ask for the leg to be trimmed. INGREDIENTS 1 4 to 5 lb leg of lamb, bone-in, fat trimmed Salt and pepper Extra...
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Gambas al Ajillo...
Gambas al Ajillo is a traditional recipe most common in the south and center of Spain. Ingredients 1/2 cup of Extra-virgin olive oil 12 garlic cloves finely sliced 3 red hot peppers sliced 28-ounce shrimp cleaned Sea salt to taste...
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Panzanella Salad
Ingredients 1/4 cup drained capers 2 tablespoons and 1/3 cup of red wine vinegar 12 ounces ciabatta or other country-style bread up to 3 days old 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 11 ripe tomatoes 2 cloves of minced garlic...
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TORTA DI MELE...
Torta di mele is a classic Italian homemade treat. Despite these variations, a few things are true of all authentic torta di mela recipes. While American's fall apple crisps, pies , turnovers and crumb cakes are heavily...
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Figs & Prosciutto
The second season of figs is in full swing . The second or "new wood" season typically runs from August through October. The most common variety is the Black Mission fig followed by the Brown Turkey fig and the Green...
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Fried Zucchini Flowers
The flower should be picked in the early morning (before the flower opens) and, most believe, it is only the male flower that should be picked. The male flower is attached to a long stem and has a stamen in...
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Spiced Basmati Rice...
This rice is full of the traditional North African flowers with a few twists. Serve with a cooling tzatziki . To make the dish marry all the flavors make the sauce first. Ingredients 2 pounds of cauliflower florets 1/2 cup...
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TZATZIKI – Traditional...
Tzatziki is a sauce found in the cuisines of Mediterranean Europe and the Middle East. It is made of strained yogurt mixed with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, sometimes with vinegar or lemon juice, and herbs such as dill, mint,...
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GARLIC LEMON GRILLED...
This is a fantastic recipe created by Jessica from Citrus Blossom Bliss for us! Keep reading for this mouthwatering recipe! Sure, summer is just as long as the other 3 seasons, but there’s something about summer that makes it so...
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Penne a la...
1 pound of pancetta, diced into one inch cubes 6 eggs ½ cup heavy cream 1 ½ cups fresh grated Parmesan 1 pound penne 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves Salt and pepper In a heated sauté pan, sauté pancetta...
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Mediterranean Spinach Strawberry...
Ingredients: 8 Cups of Baby Spinach ½ Cup Red Onion Thinly Sliced ¾ Cup Sunflower Seeds, Roasted and Salted ( or any preferred nut or seed) 2 Cups Strawberries, Sliced ¾ cup of crumbled feta cheese Juice of 1 Lemon...
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HONEY WHOLE WHEAT...
These honey whole wheat pretzel bites are tasty and easy to make. Combined with a classic cheese dip, mustard and veggies they make a healthy and beautiful spread for any entertaining. The dough can be made the day before and left to rise overnight, so...
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Salmorejo Cordobés –...
Salmorejo is a purée consisting of tomato and bread, originating from Cordoba in Andalucia, southern Spain. Ingredients 2 lb ripe tomatoes 6 slices of stale bread cut into cubes 1 clove of garlic mashed 1/2 cup of Extra-virgin olive oil...
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Cocido Madrileno –...
Cocido Madrileno has origins from Spain's Sephardic Jews, mainly from the autonomous community of Madrid Ingredients 13" chunk of veal bone marrow 15" ham bone 4 large (good quality) chorizo 7 oz ham 2 can (14 oz) of chickpeas 1...
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Timballo di Riso...
Timballo di Riso is a dish from eastern Sicily, which is said to derive from Catania during the Arab occupation. Ingredients 1 lb rice, long-grain 1/3 cup of extra virgin olive oil, divided 4 cloves garlic 1 cup of tomato...
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Il polpo alla...
Octopus alla Lucìana, so-called from the famous village of Santa Lucia is a typical Neapolitan cuisine recipe. Ingredients 4 Tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil 3 to 4 cloves garlic finely sliced 1 red chili pepper, finely chopped 2 cups of tomato...
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Bucatini all’amatriciana –...
Bucatini is a thick spaghetti-like pasta with a hole running through the center from region Lazio, particularly Rome. Salsa Amatriciana is a traditional Italian pasta sauce based on pecorino romano cheese, tomato, and, in some variations, onion. Ingredients ½ pound...
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Moussaka with Eggplants...
Moussaka is an eggplant- and/or potato-based dish, often including ground meat. The best-known version in Europe and the Americas is the Greek variant created in the 1920s by famous Greek chef Nikolaos Tselementes. Ingredients 4 lb eggplant cut into slice...
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Strapatsada
Strapatsada is a traditional and popular dish in many Greece regions due to the availability and low cost of its ingredients. Ingredients 3 Tbsp olive oil 3 cloves of garlic finely sliced 4 ripe tomatoes peeled and quartered 2 sweet...
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Giouvetsi – Greek...
Giouvetsi or youvetsi is a Greek national dish made with chicken, lamb or beef and pasta, kritharaki or hilopites, and tomato sauce. Ingredients 1/2 cup of virgin olive oil 2 medium onions finely chopped 2 lb chicken breast cut into...
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Grilled Grouper Mediterranean...
A grouper is a fish that belongs to the Serranidae family which also includes sea bass. It is lean and moist, and it has a distinctive yet mild flavor. It has large flakes and a firm texture. Groupers can be...
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Mediterranean Pasta
Mediterranean Pasta with tomatoes, artichoke, garlic, and lemon. A fast, healthy pasta recipe that’s easy to make and filled with bright flavor! Keep the recipe vegetarian or serve with chicken or shrimp. A nutritious all-in-one meal. 1 tablespoon kosher salt...
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Psari Plaki Tilapia
The term plaki (plah-KEE) in Greek is used to describe a dish that is usually cooked with olive oil, tomatoes, and vegetables in the oven. For example, you can have beans “plaki” style (called Gigandes plaki) or, in this case,...
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ITALIAN BOLOGNESE SAUCE
This is a hardy sauce, perfect for winter months. Dress it on 2 pounds of pasta, you can also use this sauce to create a beautiful lasagna. This sauce also can be prepared entirely in adavance and refriferated for up...
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GREEK SALAD WITH...
Light, tasty and delicious, Greek salad is not just the perfect meal for a summer day, but also an interesting dish with plenty of history behind it. Popular in Greece and outside it, Greek salad can be found on the...
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BACON AND AVOCADO...
INGREDIENTS 3 slices bacon, diced 6 large eggs 1 avocado, halved, seeded and peeled 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice Zest of 1/2 lemon Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste...
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Psari Plaki Tilapia
The term plaki (plah-KEE) in Greek is used to describe a dish that is usually cooked with olive oil, tomatoes, and vegetables in the oven. For example, you can have beans “plaki” style (called Gigandes plaki) or, in this case,...
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Pumpkin Mascarpone Cheesecake
Using mascarpone cheese results in the creamy texture of this cheesecake rather than a more dense traditional version. CRUST: 2 cups graham cracker crumbles (bought or take 10 whole crackers and crush) 1/4 cup toasted chopped pecans 8 tablespoons unsalted...
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