Simple Tomato and Cucumber Salad
Not quite a Greek Salad, but almost. Tomatoes fresh from the grower and Persian cucumbers make this salad. Very easy to make alongside or on top of Aleppo Pepper Meatballs and Hummus.
Tag: Tomatoes
Burrata with Slow Roasted Tomatoes
Burrata and Fresh Mozzarella appear the same until you slice into it. Burrata’s centre is filled with fresh cream and curds, whereas Mozzarella’s interior is the same as the exterior.
Layered Mediterranean Dip
Flavours of the Middle East, Greece and Italy come together in this incredible dip. Start and layer with Hummus, Tzatziki, and Bruschetta.
Grilled Tenderloin with Marinated Tomatoes
Simple meals are the best for hot days! Summer along with smoke from forest fires arrived here all in the same week. We went from braising to barbecuing in a matter of days. Grill baguette or buns to serve alongside this quick and easy meal.
Italian Salad Dressing (and Salad)
Reminiscent of Italian Pizzeria’s, this dressing is as close to a bottled salad dressing as it can get; using better olive oil and mixes up in minutes with dried herbs. Use it on a salad or for a quick marinade before chicken hits the grill.
Manhattan Clam Chowder
The great debate between Manhattan Clam Chowder made with tomatoes and New England Clam Chowder made with cream have their purist fans. We love both! And mostly the clams!
Greek Salad with Chick Peas and Baby Greens
Greek Salad is a family favourite and served throughout the summer and fall when the vegetables are at their peak.
Bruschetta
Every family and region in Italy have their own best version of Bruschetta. Most familiar to us contains tomatoes, onion, basil, and garlic. Some areas in Italy serve it only with tomatoes, olive oil and garlic; while others serve it with cured meats.
Tomato and Feta Salad
We love this salad as a side dish with grilled beef or lamb. Feta Cheese varies in flavour and saltiness. Greek Feta has more intensity than French Feta, and both are delicious.
Turkey Chili
Turkey Chili is a little leaner than beef; and we use some cumin and thyme to enhance the flavours. White kidney beans change the appearance but not the taste. This recipe is a slow cook type meal for a cool fall or winter day. Even …