Baked Pumpkin Risotto
Originating from Italy, risotto is a staple Italian rice-based dish, enhanced with high-fat butter and Parmigiano Reggiano (or Grana Padano) – two ingredients specific to this dish, without which we...
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Ejjeh | Syrian Frittata (Parsley Omelet)
Ejjeh is a delicious traditional Syrian frittata or omelet made with eggs, herbs, and spices. Variations of this dish can be found across the Middle East, but the Syrian recipe...
Whipped Feta Cheese with Greens
If you like feta cheese, you’ll love this creamy version with fresh greens, which is extremely easy to make in just 2-3 minutes. While it keeps well in the fridge,...
Spanish Tortilla with Tomatoes and Chickpeas
Tortilla is a traditional Spanish dish—a thick and savory omelet made with potatoes that is very popular as a breakfast and lunch food in Spain. It’s ideal for a nutritious...
Garlic Yogurt Sauce
This garlic yogurt sauce is so simple to make and goes perfectly with fries, burgers, fried zucchini, in tacos, paired with a slice of quiche or with almost any savory...
5-Minute Sesame Carrot Salad
Slightly sour, slightly crunchy, with lots of lemon, sesame and mint, this sesame carrot salad is a bomb of freshness and flavor. It’s perfect to pair with many types of...
Hasselback Potatoes with Fried Eggs & Cheese
Super crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside, Hasselback potatoes are the easiest to cook and tastiest of this simple and affordable vegetable. They bake quickly in...
Crispy, Cheesy Potato Fritters
This crispy potato and cheese fritters recipe is inspired by a traditional Romanian recipe called tocinei, which are a part of every Romanian’s childhood. They are a round and crispy...
Avocado Hummus with Spinach
The green spinach and well-ripened avocado give this delicious hummus an intense green color. And since this hummus includes mashed avocado, why not call it guacahummus?🥑 For any hummus and...
Tostones: Fried Green Plantains
In Venezuela and much of Latin America, when we talk about tostones, we’re referring to fried green plantains. The process of making tostones is quite unique. First, the plantains are...
Traditional Greek Salad with Feta Cheese
This wonderfully simple and delicious Greek salad is beloved across Southern Europe. I believe there’s nothing better for the summer season than a refreshing blend of colorful vegetables, diced feta,...
Easy Potato Crust Pizza with Mozzarella
If you are looking for a flour and gluten-free alternative to the classic pizza crust, here is a delicious idea: potato crust pizza. It’s made with mashed potatoes and cheese,...
Italian Stuffed Peppers with Rice, Veggies, and Mozzarella
You can’t imagine how good these Italian stuffed peppers taste when filled with a delicious combination of rice, mozzarella, and colorful vegetables. They are quick to bake in the oven...
Harira: Moroccan Chickpea & Tomato Soup
Harira is a traditional Moroccan soup that is enjoyed all year round and it’s especially popular to break the fast during the sacred month of Ramadan. Harira is a delicious...
Çoban Salata (Turkish Sheperd’s Salad)
The most popular of Turkish salads is Çoban salad (literally translated to shepherd’s salad). It’s a light and wonderful summer salad made with roughly chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, peppers, and...
Salt-Crusted Sea Bream (Dorade) with Yogurt Sauce
Sea bream, also known as dorade or gilthead bream, is a staple food in Mediterranean countries from Greece to Spain. It’s a white fish with a delicate flavor (not too...
Baba Ganoush
A delightful Eastern Mediterranean dip, and one of the most popular Middle Eastern dishes, baba ghanoush holds its own without needing to be part of the meze – a selection of...
Greek Okra Strew in Tomato Sauce (Bamies Latheres)
This is a Greek okra stew recipe known locally as bamies latheres. It’s a traditional dish cooked in a rich tomato and olive oil-based sauce. It’s easy to make and...
No-bake Cranberry Energy Bites w/ Peanut Butter
This is a guilt-free and easy-to-make sweet treat loaded with vitamins and healthy fats. It’s the perfect snack to boost your energy while on the road, hiking, or any other...
Greek Eggplant & Potato Stew (Yahni)
This classic Greek eggplant and potato stew, known as yahni, can be enjoyed with or without feta cheese. Make sure to cut the eggplants slightly larger than the rest of...
Greek Chicken Soup
Discover the comforting flavors of Greece with this delicious Greek chicken soup recipe. Featuring succulent chicken portions, savory onions, hearty potatoes, and crisp carrots, this aromatic soup is elevated with...
Spentzofai (Greek Sausage & Peppers Stew)
Spentzofai is a traditional Greek dish originating from the region of Pelion in Thessaly, Northern Greece. It’s a delicious stew made with sautéed green and red peppers, onions, and garlic,...
Red Spanakorizo: Greek Spinach and Rice with Tomatoes
Spanakorizo is a traditional Greek dish typically made with rice and spinach, resembling an Oriental pilaf. This particular recipe, sometimes called Red Spanakorizo, incorporates tomatoes, enhancing the dish’s flavor profile....
Soutzoukakia (Greek Meatballs in Red Sauce)
Soutzoukakia are spicy sausage-shaped meatballs that are lightly fried and then cooked in a tomato-based sauce. This dish comes from the once Greek part of Asia Minor, Smyrna, and was...