Notes about Recipes in this book

• Fried halloumi with lemon slices, olive oil, and chile flakes

  • ellencooks on March 03, 2024

    This was really good and easy!

• Tzatziki

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    The garlic clove trick works well. Loved this!

• Stuffed avocados with red cabbage, radishes, and cilantro

  • fishfeeder on September 07, 2022

    This salad is amazing. Really good with the avocado and would be a great lunch but it doesn't need it.

• Cacio e pepe-inspired kale salad

  • ellencooks on March 03, 2024

    I made a small portion of this for lunch and it really hit the spot.

• Shaved fennel with blistered golden raisins and pistachio dressing

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    Extraordinary salad that I will repeat. My new favorite fennel salad.

• Cucumber salad with toasted sesame seeds, dill, and parsley

  • eclairea on March 06, 2026

    Simple, quick, fresh side! Great way to use up herbs too.

• Radicchio and chicory salad with toasted hazelnuts, mint, and buttermilk dressing

  • Lepa on April 26, 2022

    I liked the combination of mint, chicory and apples but the dressing was thin and a bit tart. Overall the salad was fine but I might prefer a thicker, creamier buttermilk dressing.

• Salmon in lettuce leaves with herbs and citrus crema

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    The citrus crema is great. This is essentially salmon in lettuce cups. Good, but not repeat worthy.

• Santorini dogs

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    Hot dogs with tzatziki, how could it be bad?!

  • ellencooks on March 03, 2024

    This was a fun variation for hot dogs! Very tasty.

• Pulled chicken with coriander and cumin

  • FlowerGold on January 24, 2026

    Was very easy but needed lots of salt and pepper. Was bland.

• Salty roasted whole chicken with oregano

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    Big hit with the family and easy. Will repeat.

• Apple cider and peppercorn braised pork shoulder

  • meginyeg on January 09, 2024

    This was only ok. We won't have it again.

• Roasted fall vegetables with Italian sausage

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    The timing seems long but it works very well. This will be my new way of doing roast sausage & veg. The kale added for 10 minutes at the end eliminates the need for a salad.

  • FlowerGold on January 22, 2026

    Tasty and not heavy. Good and easy weeknight meal. Took a little longer to cook. Used a mix of savory and sweet uncooked sausages. Great way to have a sheet pan meal.

• Braised chicken with tomato, cinnamon, and cumin with tahini

  • balabosta on November 04, 2025

    I used 1.5 lbs. boneless chicken breasts instead of a whole chicken. It cooked in 45 minutes and was delicious. The chicken was very moist. I love tahini, but for those who don’t, I served it on the side. It is delicious either way.

• Cumin-scented meatballs with tomato sauce (Soutzoukakia)

  • ellencooks on October 04, 2024

    These were so good and so easy!

• Oven meatballs with lemon and oregano (Biftekia)

  • ellencooks on October 04, 2024

    These were very good and easy to scale down.

• Braised chickpeas with orange zest and garlic breadcrumbs

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    The orange is unexpected and lovely. The breadcrumbs are addictive!

• Black bean stew topped with feta, cilantro, and jalapeños

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    Very good!

  • fishfeeder on May 06, 2023

    A touch of fish sauce makes this unbelievable

  • FlowerGold on January 24, 2026

    It was solid. The feta is really good and makes the beans. Made in the instant pot.

• Black-eyed peas with celery, lemon, and parsley

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    Good, but not memorable or worth repeating.

  • FlowerGold on December 30, 2024

    Nice and easy side salad. Would redo.

• Cypriot bulgur with toasted pasta and tomato

  • eclairea on February 06, 2025

    Would make again. Use broth instead of water! A good carb for sausage, other meats.

• Green rice

  • ChrysOrtega on May 24, 2026

    We either forgot the salt, or it needed more. It was ok, but we have had much more flavorful rices.

• Pasta with toasted almond and lemon pesto

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    I didn't love this. Too lemony.

• Pappardelle with chickpeas, lemon, and toasted walnuts

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    I loved this but no one else did, so I won't repeat.

  • FlowerGold on January 31, 2026

    Okay. A good basic, easy, what do I have on hand meal. Filling comfort food. I did mince the garlic as grating is too cumbersome.

• Spaghetti with sardines, lemon, and arugula

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    I used mackerel. This was delicous, but I'll reduce the lemon next time.

• Roasted eggplant with tahini and pine nuts

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    The eggplant turned out perfectly. The secret is lots of oil.

• Greek French fries

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    I did the baked version and everyone loved these.

  • ellencooks on April 14, 2022

    I made these to go with the hot dogs and they were fantastic! I also did the baked version.

• Braised cauliflower with tomato and olive oil (Kounoupidi yiahni)

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    Easy, warm, and comforting.

  • mpo on September 22, 2025

    This needs some spices, it’s a little bland without some seasoning of choice.

• Roasted sweet potatoes with Greek yogurt, pistachios, and cilantro

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    I steamed my sweet potatoes but even with that change, this was decadent and delicious.

• Syrup-soaked orange phyllo cake pudding (Portokalopita)

  • eclairea on January 12, 2025

    Instead of two cups water, try to do half fresh squeezed OJ. Delicious! This makes a BIG cake, definitely good for feeding a crowd.

• Super lemony olive oil cake (a spin on the classic)

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    Mine was ready at 62 minutes. Worth the price of the book, and loved by all.

• Semolina halvah with toasted almonds and cinnamon

  • eclairea on February 04, 2026

    Omitted the almonds because I forgot!! This is one of my husband’s fave desserts, so I wanted to try this particular recipe. It did not set (likely because I didn’t have almonds, ha) so it was more pudding-like, but it still tasted great.

• Costa Rican coconut fudge (Cajeta de coco)

  • ellencooks on April 14, 2022

    These were so easy and so good!

• Apples, honey, and cinnamon

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    Nothing extraordinary.

• Greek frappe

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    Delicious!

• Oatmeal and banana pancakes

  • pistachiopeas on March 21, 2022

    My kids loved these. They are heavy, so I recommend making them on the small side.

  • FlowerGold on January 25, 2026

    Good gluten free pancakes. They are dense so agree a little on the small side. I used a griddle so didn’t need that much butter in the pan to start. Easy and convenient ingredients if you are gluten free. Would redo. Maybe would double next time and freeze leftovers.