Manestra (Greek Pasta in Tomato Sauce)

20200223_215124This may not be one of the most well known (if at all) Greek dishes to those who are not Greek, but ask any kid who grew up with traditional Greek food and this will likely be one of their favorites.

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Ham & Cheese Empanadas

20200123_142927Several days ago I gave the Old Man and the Medium Boy the task of putting in a new pond liner for our back yard.  It’s hard work.  I fed them these empanadas as payment.

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Lamb Yiouvetsi

Greeks have mastered the all-in-one dish, and it’s really no surprise.  Up until recently, having your own oven was somewhat uncommon.  Instead you had to share space at the local bakery.  No one likes a space-hog.

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Creamy White Wine Clam Sauce with Garlic and Rosemary

20191226_183732I don’t make this dish enough.  Nowhere nearly enough.  My medium boy reminds of this on a regular basis.

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Honest to Goodness Turkey Gravy

20191124_185716Hello, I’m Dorie, and I’m a gravy snob.  I do not need a support group to get over it, thank you very much.

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Leek & Fennel Salmon Loaf

20190730_173122One of the greatest things about salmon (aside from all the healthy stuff… omega-3 fatty acids…blah, blah, blah… you know “omega” is a Greek letter) is the fact that it is the perfect medium for so many other flavors, yet is still strong enough to hold its own.

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Eggplant Moussaka

20190920_185326I’m not going to lie, I hated this when I was a kid.  I used to call it moose-skata.  My mother was not pleased with this nickname.  I’ll explain in a moment.

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Scottish Cock-A-Leekie Soup

20191ghbjYou will likely never eat a truly traditional cock-a-leekie soup.  The reason is right there in the name.  Sometimes it’s just best not to worry about it.

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Kalamata Olive Brined Pork Chops

20190818_192643xdfEasy recipe?  Check!  Using flavorful ingredients that you thought you were going to throw out but have found another use for?  Check, check, check!!!

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Greek Pepperoncini & Artichoke Heart Salmon Loaf

20221114_114135There are some foods that will never photograph well no matter how delicious they really are.  This, sadly, is one of those foods.

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