Tag: greek comfort food

Soutzoukakia - Greek meatballs in tomato sauce in a saucepan
Mains

Soutzoukakia (Greek Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)

Soutzoukakia are Greek-style meatballs with a unique twist – they’re oval-shaped and flavoured with cumin and garlic. Cooked in a rich, tomato-based sauce, these flavourful meatballs are perfect for family dinners and are sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. This recipe is […]

Moussaka on a plate
Mains

Moussaka (Minced Beef, Eggplant and Potato Bake)

This Mediterranean classic is a staple in many Greek households, including mine. It features layers of tender eggplant, thinly sliced potatoes, a rich tomato meat sauce, and topped with a creamy béchamel sauce. Baked to golden perfection, it is a comforting and flavourful meal that […]

Greek lemon chicken soup - avgolemono in a bowl
Mains, Soups

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono)

This traditional Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono) is made from just a handful of ingredients – tender whole chicken, hearty rice, and a creamy egg-lemon sauce. It’s guaranteed to warm you up and leave you wanting more. My mum’s recipe for Avgolemono Soup follows her […]

gigantes plaki-greek butter beans casserole
Mains

Greek Butter Beans (Gigantes Plaki)

You cannot get simpler than this traditional Greek Butter Beans (Gigantes Plaki) featuring creamy butter beans, sauteed onions and garlic, and baked in a light tomato and olive oil sauce. Simple, yet packed with nutrients and flavour! You don’t need to do too much to […]

Greek lamb and tomato stew in a white bowl with orzo pasta- Kritharaki- Yiouvetsi
Mains

Greek Lamb and Tomato Stew (Yiouvetsi)

A comforting and hearty dish, perfect for any time of the year, with tender pieces of lamb cooked in a flavourful tomato-based sauce. Greek Lamb and Tomato Stew is destined to become a family favourite in your kitchen. This lamb and tomato stew is packed […]

Greek pasta bake, pastitsio, on white plate with fork
Mains

Pastitsio (Greek Pasta Bake)

You’ll love this traditional Pastitsio (Greek Pasta Bake) for its rich layers of pasta, flavourful seasoned meat sauce, and creamy cheese béchamel topping, a dish that’s sure to become a family favourite.   This would have to be one of my favourite dishes growing up. Whenever […]

Greek lentil soup-fakes-in a white bowl
Soups

Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes)

Indulge in the perfect balance of health and convenience with this delicious, hearty Greek Lentil Soup. It’s the ideal addition to your busy yet health-conscious lifestyle. Every household needs a quick, hearty lentil soup that they can whip up with minimal effort, and this lentil […]