This Kimadopita (Greek meat pie) features a homemade dough that mimics puff pastry โ flaky, layered, and buttery โ without complicated lamination techniques. Using a simple stacking and buttering method, you can create sheets that bake into beautifully airy layers. Filled with seasoned ground meat, onions, peppers, herbs, and melted cheese, this savory pie is hearty, aromatic, and perfect for ...
Koliva is a traditional Greek memorial wheat dish prepared for religious services and commemorations. Made primarily with boiled wheat, nuts, spices, dried fruit, and topped with sugar, it carries deep cultural and symbolic meaning in Greek Orthodox tradition. While the ingredient list is simple, preparing koliva correctly requires attention to technique. The most common mistake is ending up with a ...
This homemade Tyrokafteri, just like the one served at a traditional Greek taverna, is creamy, bold, and packed with flavor. Made with feta cheese, yogurt, olive oil, and spicy pepper, this iconic Greek dip comes together in just minutes and delivers the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and smoky notes. Whether youโre serving it as part of a meze platter, ...
This pan-fried beef liver recipe delivers incredibly tender, juicy liver with a rich flavor and no strong smell. Coating the liver in flour and frying it quickly in olive oil keeps it soft inside and perfectly golden outside. Finished with lemon and thyme, this dish is simple, nutritious, and packed with iron and protein-perfect for a traditional Mediterranean meal. Why ...
Greek stuffed cabbage rolls with egg-lemon sauce (Lahanodolmades Avgolemono) are one of the most comforting traditional dishes in Greek cuisine. Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a flavorful beef and rice filling, slowly simmered and finished with a velvety lemon sauce, create a dish that feels like home in every bite. This is a true Greek winter classic, hearty yet light, ...
This Greek Bougatsa with creamy semolina custard is a traditional dessert thatโs surprisingly easy to make! With buttery phyllo, rich custard, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar and cinnamon, itโs golden, crisp, and absolutely irresistible. This recipe makes two full trays โ perfect for sharing or freezing for later. Traditional Greek Bougatsa Made Easy If you love creamy desserts wrapped ...
These Greek stuffed bread rings with tomato sauce and melted cheese are soft, golden, and full of flavor! With a light homemade dough, fragrant tomato-thyme sauce, and a gooey cheese center, theyโre a creative twist on the classic koulouri โ perfect for snacks, parties, or kidsโ lunches. The Perfect Savory Greek Snack If you love soft bread, gooey cheese, and ...
These crispy potato croquettes are golden on the outside, soft and cheesy inside, and packed with flavor. Made with mashed potatoes, melted cheese, and bits of smoky bacon, theyโre the perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish. Fry them for an ultra-crispy crust or bake them for a lighter version โ either way, theyโre irresistible! The Perfect Crispy Potato Fritters These ...
These baked quinces with honey are one of the healthiest and most aromatic traditional Greek desserts. Slow-roasted in red wine, cognac, and spices, they become soft, glossy, and deeply flavored โ without a single gram of refined sugar. A guilt-free, elegant dessert that tastes like autumn in Greece. Naturally Sweet, Traditionally Greek If youโre looking for a dessert thatโs both ...
This Greek quince spoon sweet is a beloved autumn preserve made with fragrant quinces, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. The fruit turns a beautiful amber-red color and is served in small spoonfuls as a sweet gesture of hospitality. Itโs aromatic, perfectly balanced, and a true taste of Greek tradition. A Greek Sweet Tradition in Every Spoon Greek quince spoon sweet is ...
This homemade apple cinnamon jam with a touch of vanilla is pure comfort in a jar! Sweet, fragrant, and simple to make, it captures the flavor of fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and smooth vanilla. Perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, or serving with yogurt โ even beginners can make this jam successfully! Homemade Comfort in a Jar Thereโs nothing like ...
These chocolate-dipped Greek cookies with sprinkles are buttery, crisp, and coated with smooth milk chocolate โ the perfect treat to enjoy with your coffee or tea. They combine a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture with the sweetness of chocolate and the fun crunch of sprinkles. Easy to make and absolutely irresistible! The Perfect Greek Coffee Cookie If you love coffee and sweet ...
This Greek meatball soup Avgolemono is the ultimate comfort food โ warm, creamy, and full of Mediterranean flavor. Tender beef meatballs simmer gently with rice, carrots, and potatoes, then finished with a silky egg-lemon sauce that adds a rich and tangy taste. Itโs a timeless Greek recipe that soothes the soul. A Taste of Greek Tradition Few dishes represent Greek ...
These Greek fried cheese pies (tiropites) are irresistibly crispy on the outside and filled with creamy, melted cheese inside. The dough comes together in minutes โ no mixer required โ and the result is golden, crunchy perfection. Whether you serve them for breakfast, as a snack, or a quick appetizer, everyone will fall in love with these easy, rustic Greek ...
These cinnamon cookies with brown sugar are beautifully aromatic, buttery, and incredibly simple to make โ no mixer required! With warm cinnamon, a hint of vanilla, and golden brown sugar, they bake into crisp yet tender cookies perfect for coffee or tea. The Sweet Aroma of Homemade Cinnamon Cookies These Greek-style cinnamon cookies are a treat that fills your home ...