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I love this recipe!!! I'm making it for my mother in law this week because she's fasting

  • 6 large tomatoes
  • 6 large peppers
  • 4 large potatoes peeled and cut into 6 slices each
  • 2 tsp ketchup
  • 2 tsp tomato paste
  • 1 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 finely chopped medium onion
  • 1 1/2 cup rice
  • 2/3 cup chopped parsley
  • Pepper and Salt to taste

Here is what the end result will look like (minus the meat), all you need to do is make the stuffing, hollow out the veggies and put it in the oven!

Yemistes-Stuffed-Tomatoes.jpg
 
I love this recipe!!! I'm making it for my mother in law this week because she's fasting

  • 6 large tomatoes
  • 6 large peppers
  • 4 large potatoes peeled and cut into 6 slices each
  • 2 tsp ketchup
  • 2 tsp tomato paste
  • 1 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 finely chopped medium onion
  • 1 1/2 cup rice
  • 2/3 cup chopped parsley
  • Pepper and Salt to taste

Here is what the end result will look like (minus the meat), all you need to do is make the stuffing, hollow out the veggies and put it in the oven!

View attachment 628
One of my favourite.... nice image!
 
I've never had gemista with ketchup, but then again, it seems like Greeks like to put ketchup on a lot of things (e.g. pizza and pasta) so it doesn't surprise me.
 
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They also tend to over do it with the mustard sometimes... not my favorite
I've never had gemista with ketchup, but then again, it seems like Greeks over to put ketchup on a lot of things (e.g. pizza and pasta) so it doesn't surprise me.
 
I love this recipe!!! I'm making it for my mother in law this week because she's fasting

  • 6 large tomatoes
  • 6 large peppers
  • 4 large potatoes peeled and cut into 6 slices each
  • 2 tsp ketchup
  • 2 tsp tomato paste
  • 1 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 finely chopped medium onion
  • 1 1/2 cup rice
  • 2/3 cup chopped parsley
  • Pepper and Salt to taste

Here is what the end result will look like (minus the meat), all you need to do is make the stuffing, hollow out the veggies and put it in the oven!

View attachment 628

This is one of my favorite fasting meals. Instead of parsley, I like to add spearmint when I have it fresh in my garden. I like the way spearmint freshens it up!
 
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Making Greek lemon potatoes?

I just had lemon potatoes at a restaurant and although I know how to cook Greek food, somehow I have never made this!

I took my best guess (I didn't look up a recipe) and it didn't taste great. Basically, I made a Ladolemono, drizzled it on the potatoes, and roasted them.

They never really got crispy - so my next thought is that I put too much of the ladolemono.

So the next time I made them, I put less of the ladolemono. I couldn't really taste the lemon.

Next, I am going to look up a recipe, but meanwhile I am curious what you guys do to make these.

Easy Dakos Recipe

I went to Crete and I loved Dakos so much I learned how to make it. Here's my recipe. It just makes one. A tip - find the freshest ingredients possible!
  • 1 barley rusk (Cretan dakos rusks)
  • 1 large ripe tomatoes, grated or very finely chopped
  • 50g feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup crumbled)
  • Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • Fresh oregano or thyme, finely chopped
  • Olives and capers, to garnish
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions​

  1. Briefly soaking the barley rusk in water. They should be moistened but not soggy. Shake off any excess water and place each rusk on a serving plate.
  2. Spoon the grated tomatoes over the rusk, ensuring it is well covered. The juice from the tomatoes will further soften the rusks and add flavor.
  3. Top the tomatoes with the crumbled feta. You don't really have to measure, even though I gave an amount. Put what you want!
  4. Drizzle a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil over the top. Sprinkle with fresh oregano or thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with olives and capers.
  5. Allow the Dakos to sit for a few minutes before serving to enable the flavors to meld together beautifully. Serve as a refreshing appetizer or a light meal.

What do you eat for breakfast?

I have been wondering what traditional Greeks eat for breakfast. I am a bit Americanized in my habits, but I noticed I am constantly not very hungry in the morning.

From what I've gathered, a traditional Greek breakfast might not be as globally recognized as the full English breakfast or the American pancakes and bacon, but it's definitely a feast worth exploring. I'm curious, does anyone here know what a traditional Greek breakfast consists of?

From the initial research, it seems that fresh ingredients play a big role, with items like Greek yogurt, honey, fresh fruit, and nuts being quite common. There's also mention of various types of bread and pastries, such as the famous Spanakopita (spinach pie) and Tyropita (cheese pie). However, I believe there's more to discover and learn from personal experiences or detailed insights.

Do any of you have Greek heritage or have been to Greece and experienced a traditional Greek breakfast firsthand?

How to Make Greek Yogurt at Home?

I have a yogurt machine and have been making yogurt with varying degrees of success. I decided I wanted to try making Greek yogurt! Now what? Some questions:

  • What kind of milk should I use?
  • What starter should I use?
  • Do I have to strain it?
I can't think of anything else to ask. I am also thinking of calling the yogurt machine company and asking them...

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Strict Lenten Fast Greek Salad

I have to prepare a salad for a lenten meal at church. Most people aren't super picky about it, as long as there are vegetables present.

Last time I prepared a salad, someone saw there was oil in the dressing and wouldn't touch the salad! So, I looked it up - and oil isn't allowed during lent for a strict fast. I had no idea.

How do I compose a salad for a crowd that caters to the strict fast?

I am thinking to make the salad and just use vegetables, nothing else.

Then, I can offer a regular dressing choice, and then also maybe just lemon wedges or some vinegar for the stricter fasters? Do you guys think that would work?
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