Gemista or yemista (which in Greek means ‘filled with’) is a traditional recipe for Greek stuffed vegetables that are baked until soft and nicely browned. The traditional Greek recipe for Gemista can be either vegetarian with a filling of rice and chopped vegetables, or may contain minced meat. Feel free to experiment […]
These vegetarian meatballs made with cheese in place of meat, derive from a traditional peasant cuisine of the South of Italy, “cucina povera”, which was made of simple ingredients and leftovers but of great taste and authenticity. These delicious and nutritious meatballs can be great as an appetizer, or served with a […]
At the first sign of cold weather we all long for a nice vegetable soup. What’s the secret for a great “minestrone”? Here are some tips I learned from my Mom: NO bitter-tasting vegetables (dandelion,asparagus) or any fennel-like veggie (bok choy, fennel etc.) add at least one cup of sweet peas […]
Yes, ginger with meat: a wonderful and unexpected combination. Ginger makes the meat easier to digest giving at the same time a delicate rosemary/lemon taste. It’s a recipe that comes handy after Thanksgiving when you don’t know anymore what to do with all the leftover meat and mashed potatoes. If you don’t […]
Quiches are not only do-ahead ease but they’re a good way to use up leftovers. They are delicious, filling, nutritious, and economical. photos by coco zordan They can be served in a casual lunch, wrapped and carried to picnics, made ahead and reheated.