Karitas MitrogogosApr 184 minBacalao with Spicy Tomato sauce & OlivesIn spring around the Greek National Day (25 March) when many locals enjoy the traditional dish of Bakalario Skordalia, (fried salted cod...
Karitas MitrogogosSep 28, 20212 minLamb Shanks with Lentils or Beans!It doesn't get better than fall apart tender lamb shanks, braised with healthy veggies and lentils in a tomato broth sauce with herbs. ...
Karitas MitrogogosMay 22, 20214 minLemon/Pea/Asparagus Risotto with Smoked Sea BreamA well prepared risotto is one of the tastiest and most satisfying dishes to cook and can be enjoyed any time of the year with various...
Karitas MitrogogosMay 7, 20213 minMushrooms in the Limelight!This year I have really become hooked on to edible mushrooms; particularly the Portobello and extra-large Champignons or “white button”...
Karitas MitrogogosApr 28, 20212 minOven Roasted Leg of Lamb for Greek Easter!With the Greek Orthodox Easter being celebrated this upcoming Sunday (May 2, 2021) many of us here in Greece are thinking about the many...
Karitas MitrogogosApr 1, 20213 minTreat Yourself to Milk Pie for Easter!It’s nearly time for Easter and I'm getting ready to make and celebrate with both savory and sweet treats . . . and I sure hope you are...
Karitas MitrogogosFeb 27, 20212 minComforting Greek Sausage & Pepper Stew!Spetsofai, a Greek sausage and pepper stew, can be found in many variations. In Pelion, a mountain area in the southeastern part of...
Karitas MitrogogosFeb 21, 20213 minWinter Warmer Cooking for One!Cooking for one can be a bit overwhelming for some, especially after a busy day at work but for somebody like be, who has been cooking...
Karitas MitrogogosDec 22, 20202 minChristmas Baking with the Kids!This week I’ve really had a great time getting into the seasonal spirit with the family and the kids joining me with the festive cookie...
Karitas MitrogogosDec 22, 20201 minGingerbread CakeI always make this cake during the pre-Christmas season and serve it with the traditional Nordic Glögg (mulled red wine) together with my...
Karitas MitrogogosDec 22, 20202 minGranny's Butter CookiesIn our family, these cookies were always made for Christmas but I like them so much that I make them all year round! They are delicious...
Karitas MitrogogosDec 22, 20201 minMega Chocolate Chip CookiesThese cookies are easy to make and I often do them together with young children. Actually this week, week I included them in our...
Karitas MitrogogosNov 13, 20204 minTempting Greek Cheese Pie!It’s often said here in Greece that during some of the country’s historically tough times, pies have helped sustain its population...
Karitas MitrogogosSep 15, 20203 minHealthy Oven Steamed Cod Loins with Potato Kale Salad!As I promised in my blog post . . . Amazing Iceland 2020/1! . . . here are the recipes for the tasty Steamed Cod Loins that I cooked...
Karitas MitrogogosAug 10, 20202 minEasy2Make Crème CaramelWhen I was a teenager living in Brussels, I learnt how to make Crème Caramel the traditional way by whisking eggs and sugar together and...
Karitas MitrogogosJul 12, 20202 minIndulge your Sweet Tooth with Dessert!Summer is here and it’s time to keep things as cool as possible in the kitchen. I always try to avoid turning on the oven as much as...
Karitas MitrogogosJun 26, 20202 minQuinoa Salad with Veggies & GrapefruitQuinoa is an incredibly versatile grain that is easy to prepare, high in protein and fiber and can be served for just about any meal...
Karitas MitrogogosJun 20, 20202 minDutch Oven Pancake with Veggies!This popover like Dutch Oven Pancake is as versatile as popular. Fill it with veggies and cheese like I have done for lunch or a light...
Karitas MitrogogosMay 18, 20202 minOatmeal Cookies that Hit the Spot!Last week I decided to clean out my kitchen drawers and while doing so came across lots of ingredients that I’d forgotten I had stored...