These Greek-style Lamb shanks, one of Yotam Ottolenghi’s one-pot-wonders-recipes, are packed with flavour. If you can get the lamb shanks to stand up they look pretty amazing too. Heat some olive oil in a large casserole over medium heat and fry 200g of peeled and halved shallots for three to four minutes until well browned. Remove them…… Continue reading lamb shanks with rice and lemon
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Greek tomato soup
This Domatósoupa is a creamy, slightly sour tomato soup with an amazing depth of flavour. The recipe can be found in Susie Jacobs’ Recipes from a Greek Island. To make this soup you must first make a herb stock. Measure 1.2 litres (40fl oz) of water into a saucepan and add 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped thyme, 2…… Continue reading Greek tomato soup
greek lemon chicken and potatoes
Looking for a simple meal that’s enticing and delicious? Here is a wonderful version of this Greek classic from Chef John at Food Wishes. Preheat your oven to 220ºC (425ºF). Cut a chicken into 6-8 pieces (I left the breasts whole as they cook more quickly) and place them in a large bowl. Season well…… Continue reading greek lemon chicken and potatoes
spanakopita
A traditional Greek pastry, Spanakopita is made with filo, has a filling of spinach and feta cheese and is normally triangular in shape. Here’s a round version. First you will need plenty of filo pastry. The bottom and sides should have at least 7 or 8 layers. Grease the bottom of your pie dish and as…… Continue reading spanakopita
prawns baked with feta
This combination of prawns with feta is a traditional Greek one which works wonderfully well. In some olive oil gently fry a finely chopped onion with 2 cloves of finely chopped garlic and a cup of chopped spring onions. When the onions have wilted, add ½ a cup of white wine and allow this to evaporate…… Continue reading prawns baked with feta
feta cheese pie
This pie has the consistency of a baked cheesecake and resembles a Greek feta pie which is normally cut into squares or diamonds to serve. Delicious with a fresh salad. Preheat the oven to 180C (350F) and oil a round cake tin or baking pan with olive oil. Into a food processor put 300g (8…… Continue reading feta cheese pie
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