Every week, site visitors are finding great recipes to make at home. Here are your favorite Greek recipes during the week of September 1 - 7, 2008. (Click on photos for larger views.)
The way professionals make gyro on an upright rotisserie is fabulous, but not the most practical for most of us cooking at home. This version uses the same meat (pork) and seasonings, but has been adapted to home cooking.More »
1. Traditional Tzatziki
The creamy combination of yogurt, cucumber, and garlic makes tzatziki a refreshing appetizer that can be eaten alone, with bread, or as an accompaniment to vegetables, meat dishes, and pita wraps. It is one of the dips for which Greece is most well-known. Making it for a large group? Try adding grated carrots to increase the quantity (1 carrot for each cup of yogurt used). They add a nice crunch and don't affect the taste.More »
2. Classic Moussaka with Eggplant
This is the Greek recipe for moussaka with eggplant, probably the most well-known of all versions, and a favorite of Greeks and non-Greeks alike. A casserole dish, moussaka is made with layers of ground meat and vegetables, and topped with a rich cream sauce.More »
3. Hummus with Tahini - Chickpea & Sesame Dip
This dip is a delicious appetizer and a favorite with regional differences in this part of the world. The key to great hummus is to let the flavor of the chickpeas come through, rather than be overwhelmed by the lemon (it's easy to get too much lemon taste). It's quick to make, no cooking involved, and it's vegan- and vegetarian-friendly.More »
4. Homemade Greek Gyro
The way professionals make gyro on an upright rotisserie is fabulous, but not the most practical for most of us cooking at home. This version uses the same meat (pork) and seasonings, but has been adapted to home cooking.More »
5. Bechamel Sauce with Cheese
This thick version of bechamel comes from my neighbor, Yiorgia, and it turns out thick and rich every time. It's made with evaporated milk and contains cheese, and is just one variation of this popular sauce used with meats and vegetables. It isn't hard to make, and doesn't take long, but it has to be stirred the entire time.More »
6. Batter-Fried Zucchini - Kolokythakia Tiganita
Use nice small zucchini for this recipe for zucchini fried in a batter made with soda water. The combination of thinly sliced zucchini, the lightest of batters, and hot oil, create a delightful airy and crunchy dish. Serve as an appetizer, meze, or side dish.More »
7. Homemade Pita Bread
A favorite to serve with dips and spreads, and pita wraps (sandwiches) of all descriptions, pita bread is not difficult to make, and freezes well.More »
8. Homemade Yogurt
This recipe is for full fat sheep or cow's milk yogurt made the traditional way, without a yogurt maker. It's a very simple recipe with two ingredients.More »
9. Creamy, Cheesy Baked Pasta with Meat - Pastitsio
Pastitsio is a classic Greek dish, with several variations. This creamy, cheesy dish is one of the all-time favorite Greek comfort foods. Tubular pasta (ziti, penne, macaroni), a meat sauce with a hint of cinnamon, cheese, and a thick cream sauce topping.More »
10. The Perfect Cup of Greek Coffee
Learn how to make Greek coffee in easy steps with photos. Greek coffee is brewed thick and the grounds are poured into the cup along with the coffee. These steps will help you make the perfect cup to serve with pastries and desserts, or simply with a glass of cold water.More »11. to 20.
- Classic Greek Country Salad - Horiatiki Salata
- Pork Souvlaki - Grilled Pork Kebabs
- Greek Custard Pastry - Galaktoboureko
- Stuffed Grape Leaves with Meat & Rice - Dolmathes me Kima
- Feta Croissants
- Roasted Lemon Garlic Potatoes - Patates Fournou
- Homemade Phyllo Dough
- Baklava with Walnuts & Almonds
- Green Bean & Tomato Casserole - Fassolakia Freska me Domata
- Easy Greek Spanakopita (Spanakotyropita) - Spinach Pie with Feta Cheese