Avgolemeno Soup - Chicken soup with lemon and egg
Nothing is more comforting than chicken soup. Avgolemeno's silky texture and tangy, creamy taste makes it truly special. It is a staple of every Greek household and generations of children have gr...
Read moreRibollita (a fancy name for gluten free Minestrone Soup)
I made this soup Sunday afternoon after a very cold November Farmer's Market. Our booth was directly across from a vendor selling a beautiful array of fall vegetables. Next to me, was my friend wh...
Read moreRoasted One Pot Chicken with Kale, Sweet Potatoes and Artichoke Hearts
An apt name for this meal is chicken roasted with my favorite things. The inspiration for this dish was both utilitarian and slightly selfish. I needed to make dinner early to feed my teenage boys...
Read moreThis is a tale of one recipe with two presentations: sweet and savory, brunch or cocktail party. Whipped feta is smooth, has a complex flavor, and is easy to put together. I roasted a full pan o...
Read moreAs the weather begins to get colder, I start craving soup. Ironically, the foods I disliked most as a child, tend to be my favorites as an adult. Lentil soup is one of my favorites! This recipe ...
Read moreSimple Greens with Elegant Vinaigrette
I spent the afternoon visiting with my Aunt Gail today. She has been my favorite since childhood and has taught me life lessons in and out of the kitchen. A talented chef in her own right, a vers...
Read morePeppers Baked with Fresh Tomatoes and Feta
These simple roasted peppers were the run away hit of Labor Day weekend and so many people have asked for the recipe. This one is fun to share because it is super quick and easy to make! The farm...
Read moreEggplant Parmesan with Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Basil Sauce
I love eggplant, but am often intimidated with cooking it. The best eggplant parm I've ever had was made by my friend Paul. It had a homemade spicy tomato sauce and thick slices of eggplant. Thi...
Read moreGemista 2.0 - Roasted Tomatoes and Zucchini Stuffed with Herbed Quinoa & Red Rice
This Gemista recipe takes my all time favorite Greek summertime meal and revamps it to next level healthy! Quinoa and whole grain red rice are both nutritionally dense and offer a rich nutty flavo...
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