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Category: Lessons From My Kitchen

I have learned a few tricks over the years to make kitchen tasks easier and recipes more successful, and I’m sharing them with you!

Don’t Toss That Pumpkin!!

October 14, 2018February 1, 2019 by Mostly Greek (Dorie)

Harvesting Grape Leaves

July 17, 2018April 9, 2019 by Mostly Greek (Dorie)

Separating Eggs

July 15, 2018January 31, 2019 by Mostly Greek (Dorie)

Peeling Peaches (Using Common Sense)

July 12, 2018January 31, 2019 by Mostly Greek (Dorie)

Pitting Plums (and Keeping Fingers)

July 2, 2018January 31, 2019 by Mostly Greek (Dorie)

Freezing Berries

May 3, 2018January 28, 2019 by Mostly Greek (Dorie)

Storing Root Vegetables

April 6, 2018January 28, 2019 by Mostly Greek (Dorie)

Storing Leafy Greens

February 20, 2018January 24, 2019 by Mostly Greek (Dorie)

Food Canning 101

October 28, 2017January 17, 2019 by Mostly Greek (Dorie)

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Paximathia is pretty much the national cookie of Greece. Similar to Italian biscotti (but, really, so much better) it is a lightly sweetened, coffee dunking, tasty treat flavored with anise. This recipe also adds an extra boost of deliciousness from fennel seeds and that elixer of life: extra virgin olive oil. Oh yeah, baby, it's good! So come on over for the recipe to satisfy your weekend baking itch, and be sure to tag a friend and to share! https://mostly-greek.com/2018/04/15/paximadia-greek-biscotti . . . . #mostlygreek #eattheworld #tastyfood #storyofmytable #grubzone #thecookfeed #greekfood #cookingfromscratch #heresmyfood #foodblogfeed #tastingtable #imsomartha #greekcooking #foodblogeats #gardentotable #dailyfoodfeed #mediterraneandiet #myopenkitchen #noleftovers #onmyplate #cookietime #greek #greeks #dessert #bakingday #cookiesofinstagram

Breakfast just got better (or is it dinner?). Eggs baked in a cup lined with pesto, and topped with blops of feta and chunks of fresh tomato, why yes, of course I'll have seconds! It's so easy, it's almost a non-recipe, but come on over anyway because there is a recipe for the best pesto linked to it! Plus, you need to know what to set the oven for!!😉 Make sure you tag a friend and to share! .https://mostly-greek.com/2018/08/27/baked-eggs-with-pesto . . . #mostlygreek #eattheworld #tastyfood #storyofmytable #grubzone #thecookfeed #greekfood #cookingfromscratch #heresmyfood #foodblogfeed #tastingtable #imsomartha #greekcooking #foodblogeats #gardentotable #dailyfoodfeed #mediterraneandiet #myopenkitchen #noleftovers #onmyplate #gardenharvest #eatfresh #yumyum #breakfastisserved

I'm pretty sure these are the veggies that ultimately turned me into a gardener. When I was a wee little kid, I disappeared into the garden, only to be found by my parents snacking on all the peas they had been growing. In my defense, I was pretty young and they were really good! We are quickly approaching the fall planting season for cool weather crops, and peas are an easy addition to your veggie garden. I have some helpful tips for growing your own sweet snacks, so come on over for a visit. Please feel free to tag a friend and to share! https://mostly-greek.com/2018/08/01/peas . . . . #mostlygreek #vegetablegarden #urbangardening #ediblegarden #flowergarden #herbgarden #growyourownfood #naturalgarden #bees #pollinators #organicgardening #organicgarden #greenlife #greenliving #outdoorlife #californialiving #californialife #planttherapy #gardenharvest #gardentotable #gardeningisfun #urbanhomestead #ilovegardening

In the right climate, figs produce an obscene amount of fruit. So much that you let the birds have a little, too. Thankfully they freeze and dry well, but better yet, they make an amazing jam. Greeks love figs, and when they're made into jam with golden honey, what's not to love?! The easy recipe is ready and waiting, so please be sure to tag a friend and to share! https://mostly-greek.com/2019/08/19/fig-honey-jam . . . . #mostlygreek #eattheworld #tastyfood #storyofmytable #grubzone #thecookfeed #greekfood #cookingfromscratch #heresmyfood #foodblogfeed #tastingtable #imsomartha #greekcooking #foodblogeats #gardentotable #dailyfoodfeed #mediterraneandiet #myopenkitchen #noleftovers #onmyplate #eattherainbow #eatrealfood #gardenharvest @chsugar

In honor of National Black Cat Appreciation Day, I give you Artemis. She's kind of... special. 🐈 . . . . https://mostly-greek.com/2019/04/13/sibling-rivalry . #mostlygreek #catsaresilly #sillycat #rescuecat #rescuecats #blackcat #catsofinstagram #catsofig

Welcome to the town of Microland, complete with the usual banks, gas stations, and even an airport! But what town would be complete without a car museum, an astronomy analysis center with telescope, and a taco shop? Time to move!! 😁😁 . . . . . #mostlygreek #kidsofinstagram #kidsthesedays #sillykid #funnykids #family #ilovemyson #sillyboy #gooutandplay #gooutside #playtime

Who picked a peck of pickled peppers? Why, you will! No special pre soaking, brining, liming, nothing! Just stuff them in a jar, pour over some brine and some seasonings, and wait! The waiting is actually the hardest part! Come on over for the instructions on making these tasty treats, and have a great weekend! https://mostly-greek.com/2018/08/21/pickled-wax-peppers . . . . #mostlygreek #greekcuisine #greekfood #foodblogeats #bestfoodfeed #noleftovers #seriouseats #damnthatsdelish #bestfoodfeed #igfoodies #tastethisnext #foodnation #mediterraneandiet #goodfoods #eatrealfood #gardentotable #greek #greeks #cookingfromscratch #mycommontable #madefromscratch #easyrecipe #instarecipe #nowaste #urbanhomestead #foodpreservation

Long before sourdough was a "thing", it was the ONLY thing, and it was really an easy thing. Early bakers learned that under the right conditions, flour and water became a living tool that would allow a blob of dough to become a hearty and delicious form of sustenance. This recipe combines the classic Greek touch of olive oil into a rustic, village style bread that is perfect for all your bread needs! Come on over for a visit and to get the recipe, and as always, please tag a friend and share! https://mostly-greek.com/2019/08/15/whole-wheat-olive-oil-sourdough-bread . . . #mostlygreek #greekcuisine #greekfood #foodblogeats #bestfoodfeed #noleftovers #seriouseats #damnthatsdelish #bestfoodfeed #igfoodies #tastethisnext #foodnation #mediterraneandiet #goodfoods #eatrealfood #gardentotable #greek #greeks #cookingfromscratch #mycommontable #madefromscratch #easyrecipe #instarecipe #bakingday #bakersofig #ilovebread #sourdough

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