baked goods

Sweet Cream Biscuits

Posted on August 24, 2022August 24, 2022 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

I love me a good biscuit. Drown it in gravy (but only if it’s actually good), or slather it with butter then top it with honey, and I’m a happy person.

Rose Petal & Pistachio Revani

Posted on April 27, 2022May 5, 2022 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

Whoever discovered that roses taste as good as they smell… thank you. You’ve helped me justify having so many different roses in my garden. Not that I felt I had to have an excuse, but there’s nothing wrong with having one ready, you know?

Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies)

Posted on December 27, 2021 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

There is a huge debate amongst Greek circles as to which is the best Greek Christmas cookie. You’re either Team Kourambiethes, or you’re Team Melomakarona. I just say, I’ll eat yours, whatever it is, if you don’t want it.

Tomato-Basil Cornbread

Posted on December 7, 2021 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

I don’t think I’ve ever had anyone tell me that they don’t like cornbread. I mean really, what’s not to like? At the same time, it’s not something you hear people raving about, either. Maybe it just needs a little “sprucing up”.

Lemony Poppy Seed & Greek Yogurt Muffins

Posted on April 7, 2021April 7, 2021 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

I have never met a Greek who didn’t like lemon. Or maybe I have, and they were just too embarrassed to admit it. It’s probably for the best.

Whole Wheat & Oats Apple Muffins

Posted on May 26, 2020March 9, 2021 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

20200422_212617 I once read that if you plant an apple tree, you’ll be growing apples for the whole neighborhood. I’m beginning to understand what that person meant.

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Greek Lagana Bread Recipe & the Tradition of “Clean Monday”

Posted on March 2, 2020February 3, 2022 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

20200301_203124 The first day of Lent in Greece is a bit of an oddity. For many, a strict Lenten fast will be observed in reverence to the solemnity of the time leading up to Pascha (Easter), while also frolicking and picnicking, and generally having a jolly good time!

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Chocolate Angel Food Cake

Posted on February 10, 2020March 9, 2021 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

20200106_134348aswet You know those cartoons that show a person debating what to do with an angel on one shoulder and a devil on the other giving conflicting advice? This cake is like the two of them got together and struck a deal.

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Ham & Cheese Empanadas

Posted on January 28, 2020March 9, 2021 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

20200123_142927 Several 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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Sourdough Cinnamon-Raisin Rolls

Posted on January 17, 2020March 9, 2021 by Mostly Greek: "Living a Village-ish Life in Suburban California"

IMG_0850ghvh I live in California’s raisin country. If one drives out of town during the hot, dry days at the end of summer, row after row of grapes drying on mats can be seen in between the long stretches of grape vines. I guess you could say I know where my food comes from!