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Decadent Almond Meringue Cookies!
At this time of the year I often get nostalgic for anything Icelandic . . . as they remind me of my many happy long, dark winter days...
KaritasM
Dec 13, 20184 min read
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Tempting Feta Stuffed Squid!
I love squid in all its forms . . . fried, grilled, slow-cooked in a stew or stuffed and oven roasted with various fillings. My absolute...
KaritasM
Nov 28, 20184 min read
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Sunshine Chicken!
This is a recipe I’ve been making for my friends and family for years! Fresh oranges add juicy flavor, while peppers and olives add...
KaritasM
Nov 7, 20182 min read
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Get Cozy with a Pumpkin Carrot Soup!
With pumpkin is in season, it goes without saying that I'm making lots of yummy pumpkin recipes . . . my favorite being comforting soups;...
KaritasM
Nov 6, 20182 min read
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Easy2Make Chickpea Salad!
In my home, various pulses are an essential part of our diet. I love all pulses and since these natural wonders freeze well, I always...
KaritasM
Nov 6, 20182 min read
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Scrumptious Easy2Make Orange Parfait!
For those of us who love frozen desserts, there is nothing more satisfying than flavorful ice-creams paired with layers of vibrant...
KaritasM
Sep 10, 20183 min read
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Stuffed Round Zucchini!
Ingredients 1 kg (4 – 6 medium sized) round zucchini Olive oil and salt For 300 g zucchini pulp you will need: 4 tblsp olive oil ¼ cup...
KaritasM
Aug 20, 20182 min read
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Savory Watermelon Gazpacho
As temperatures climb this summer it’s time to think about flavorful dishes and treats that delight our taste buds, cool us down and are...
KaritasM
Jul 29, 20182 min read
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Rye Bread Crumble Ice-cream!
Icelandic rye bread (rúgbrauð) is a staple of the Icelandic cuisine. There are endless ways to enjoy it but my absolute favorites are as...
KaritasM
May 31, 20182 min read
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Yummy Apricots!
With beautiful plump summer apricots beckoning us with their fragile golden orange velvety skin and juicy sweet-tart flesh, who can...
KaritaM
May 11, 20182 min read
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Easy2Make Apricot Sponge Cake!
To satisfy your summertime sweet tooth try making this tasty and moist Apricot Sponge Cake . . . that is always a crowd pleaser and most...
KaritaM
May 11, 20182 min read
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It’s Time for Delicate Spring Flavors!
When I see bunches of fresh green asparagus at my local Farmer’s market I know it’s time to trade in my winter meal mainstays for lighter...
KaritasM
Apr 15, 20182 min read
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Easy2Make Asparagus Egg Salad!
Today’s Asparagus Salad recipe is a deliciously easy2make favorite of mine that takes less than 10 minutes to prepare . . . and even...
KaritasM
Apr 15, 20182 min read
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Pasta with Jumbo Shrimp!
This is a truly simple dish that is really Easy2Make and always a big hit . . . as long as you are not allergic to shrimp! Here in...
KaritasM
Mar 12, 20181 min read
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Feast & Fast!
While the Greek Orthodox tradition of Lent (19 February – 31 March 2017) is meant as a period of spiritual and physical cleansing, for...
KaritasM
Feb 22, 20182 min read
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Greek Bean & Lentil Soups
Greek Bean Soup In Greece this soup is mainly served in winter with hearty bread, olives and hard boiled eggs. I also like to serve some...
KaritasM
Feb 22, 20183 min read
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Taramosalata - Creamy Fish Roe Dip
Taramosalata, a creamy, richly-flavored fish roe spread and well-known Greek Lent specialty, is enjoyed throughout the year all over...
KaritasM
Feb 22, 20182 min read
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Heart Healthy Muffins!
These Heart Healthy Muffins have no eggs or dairy products. It’s the olive oil, walnuts, brandy, spices and fresh orange juice + orange...
KaritasM
Feb 22, 20182 min read
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Octopus Fuss-Free!
The octopus, a well-known delicacy and Greek cuisine staple, is a lot easier to cook than most people believe! My Way of preparing this...
KaritasM
Feb 22, 20183 min read
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Tempting Warm Bread Pudding!
A luscious tasting, old fashioned bread pudding served fresh from the oven with tasty crisp edges, soft lightly spiced custard middle...
KaritasM
Jan 31, 20182 min read
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