Mushroom Stew with Béchamel Sauce
This creamy mushroom stew, made with porcini (penny bun) mushrooms and a rich béchamel sauce, flavored with garlic and fresh dill, is simply amazing. It’s the perfect dish for those...
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Broccoli au Gratin
Broccoli au gratin—or the best way to enjoy a de-li-cios broccoli-based lunch or dinner! Even if you’re not a fan of broccoli, I’m sure this dish will change your mind....
Roasted Red Peppers in White Sauce
Tasty baked red peppers and a light, creamy white sauce go together beautifully in this simple and quick recipe that will bring a mouth-watering smile to everyone’s face. I loved...
Mozzarella & Mushroom Cauliflower Crust Pizza
This cauliflower pizza crust is sensational—a delicious, gluten-free, and healthy alternative for those cutting back on flour-based foods. But this pizza is not just for people on a gluten-free diet...
Oven-Baked Greek Giant Beans: Gigantes Plaki
Greek comfort food at its best – this traditional Greek giant beans dish is cooked in a rich tomato and veggie sauce and it’s full of Mediterranean flavors: garlic, onions...
Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
These crispy baked sweet potatoes are brilliant paired with a creamy yogurt garlic sauce and topped with lots of parmesan cheese. They’re very, very easy to make and fat-free as...
Maghmour (Lebanese Moussaka)
Maghmour is one of those cozy, comfort dishes you just can’t get enough of. Think fried eggplant, tender chickpeas, and a garlicky, spiced tomato sauce coming together in the most...
Creamy Lentil & Chickpea Soup
You can’t help but fall in love with this wonderfully flavored creamy lentil and chickpea soup. Somewhat sour due to the lemon juice, somewhat sweet due to the carrots and...
Baked Pumpkin Risotto
Originating from Italy, risotto is a staple Italian rice-based dish, enhanced with high-fat butter and Parmigiano Reggiano (or Grana Padano) – two ingredients specific to this dish, without which we...
Creamy Cauliflower Potato Soup w/ Crispy Bacon
Save this recipe for the ultimate comfort food: a creamy cauliflower and potato soup, enriched with sweet cream and topped with crispy bacon. Made with sautéed onions, garlic, tender potatoes,...
Hasselback Potatoes with Fried Eggs & Cheese
Super crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside, Hasselback potatoes are the easiest to cook and tastiest of this simple and affordable vegetable. They bake quickly in...
Quick & Creamy Gnocchi w/ Tomato Sauce & Burrata
This is pure Italian comfort food with holiday flavor: gnocchi with creamy tomato sauce, basil and garlic, a handful of parmesan cheese, and a creamy and refreshing burrata to balance...
Easy Zucchini Quiche
I love quiche and savory tarts of any kind, especially when they include cheese and colorful veggies. But this zucchini and goat cheese mix, flavored with green onions and garlic,...
Crispy, Cheesy Potato Fritters
This crispy potato and cheese fritters recipe is inspired by a traditional Romanian recipe called tocinei, which are a part of every Romanian’s childhood. They are a round and crispy...
One Pan Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs w/ Potatoes
This easy roasted garlic chicken thighs and potatoes recipe is all cooked conveniently in a single ceramic baking pan. The chicken thighs are flavored with a fantastic red pesto, olive...
Traditional Greek Salad with Feta Cheese
This wonderfully simple and delicious Greek salad is beloved across Southern Europe. I believe there’s nothing better for the summer season than a refreshing blend of colorful vegetables, diced feta,...
Easy Potato Crust Pizza with Mozzarella
If you are looking for a flour and gluten-free alternative to the classic pizza crust, here is a delicious idea: potato crust pizza. It’s made with mashed potatoes and cheese,...
Italian Stuffed Peppers with Rice, Veggies, and Mozzarella
You can’t imagine how good these Italian stuffed peppers taste when filled with a delicious combination of rice, mozzarella, and colorful vegetables. They are quick to bake in the oven...
Macarronada: Venezuelan Macaroni Casserole
The macarronada is a traditional dish from Zulia, the Venezuelan region that garnered the highest income from hydrocarbons. This area was known for the opulence of many of its residents,...
Savory Sweet Potato Pie
A delicious and extra-cheesy savory sweet potato pie recipe by Greek celebrity chef Giorgos Tsoulis. It’s a great comfort food that you can enjoy on its own or serve as...
Salt-Crusted Sea Bream (Dorade) with Yogurt Sauce
Sea bream, also known as dorade or gilthead bream, is a staple food in Mediterranean countries from Greece to Spain. It’s a white fish with a delicate flavor (not too...
Greek Okra Strew in Tomato Sauce (Bamies Latheres)
This is a Greek okra stew recipe known locally as bamies latheres. It’s a traditional dish cooked in a rich tomato and olive oil-based sauce. It’s easy to make and...
Greek Eggplant & Potato Stew (Yahni)
This classic Greek eggplant and potato stew, known as yahni, can be enjoyed with or without feta cheese. Make sure to cut the eggplants slightly larger than the rest of...
Soutzoukakia (Greek Meatballs in Red Sauce)
Soutzoukakia are spicy sausage-shaped meatballs that are lightly fried and then cooked in a tomato-based sauce. This dish comes from the once Greek part of Asia Minor, Smyrna, and was...