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Greek

Moussaka

What makes moussaka so special?  For me, it’s the perfect balance of meat and and the most delicious béchamel.  Some add potato, but i like it with just eggplant.  This...

George Christidis

July 22, 2021

Rabbit Stew – Kouneli Stifado

Stifado is a traditional and hearty Greek rabbit stew.  The recipes vary depending where you’re at in Greece, but my favorite is a Zakynthian style with flavors of cinnamon and...

White Wine Rabbit – Kouneli Krasato

This dish is simple, yet delicious… and if you feel bad for the bunnies, substitute with chicken! INGREDIENTS 1 rabbit – cut into pieces 10-12 pearl onions 3 cloves garlic...

Stuffed Squash Blossoms

Summer time is squash blossom season!   In Greek they’re called Kolokitholoulouda! INGREDIENTS 15-20 squash blossoms 1 cup medium length white rice 1/2 large onion diced juice of 2 lemons 1...

Okra with Lamb

This is a Greek dish that my mother makes often and I run to her house every time she does.  This can be made a few different ways, but my...

Pita Bread

INGREDIENTS 1 c. warm water 2 tsp. active dry yeast 1 tsp. granulated sugar 3 c. all-purpose flour, divided 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt DIRECTIONS In a large bowl, combine warm...

Magiritsa

Magiritsa is a Greek soup made from lamb and is associated with the Easter tradition of the Greek Orthodox Church INGREDIENTS: 2-3 lbs lamb shoulder 1 cup rice Green Onion...

George Christidis

September 27, 2016

Avgolemono

My mom makes different types of Avgolemono depending on what she’s cooking: Avgolemono for Soup Whip 2-3 egg whites like a meringue Add one yolk and fold in Add juice...