This post may contain Amazon or other affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Green and black olives, tomatoes, shallots, white wine, capers, and garlic create a very fragrant, flavorful braised chicken Provençal highlighted with the bight aromas of herbes de Provence. It’s one of those fantastic, one-pan dinners, delicious and …
Risotto Primavera – Easy Springtime Risotto
Spring is here, and what better way to enjoy some more seasonal vegetables than this flavorful Risotto Primavera (Springtime Risotto)! Risotto is a classic northern Italian dish made with short-grain starchy rice — most commonly Arborio rice but other types of short grain rice can be used. These types of rice can absorb more liquid, …
Roasted Salmon with Fennel, Tomatoes, and Potatoes
Fennel and salmon are a match made in heaven. The richness of salmon is contrasted by the bright aromatic fennel and mellow roasted tomatoes. The combination of lemon, garlic, olive oi — ingredients that define Mediterranean cooking — makes an intensely flavorful, vibrant dish. This roasted salmon with fennel, tomatoes, and potatoes is a simple, …
Baked Cod with Asparagus and Potatoes
Follow my blog with Bloglovin This one-pan baked cod with asparagus and potatoes combines wild-caught cod with seasonal vegetables for a near-effortless dinner that’s ready in a snap. Asparagus is available year-round, with its peak season during spring. This dish is one of my favorite options for a quick easy one-pan dinner which we enjoy …
CHICKEN WITH GREEN OLIVES AND CAPERS
Chicken is one of most versatile ingredients to use when cooking dinner. It can be used with a variety of sauces and spices to create dishes of significantly different character; bold, spicy, lemony, tangy, sweet, mild… The lemon zest and herbs in this chicken with green olives and capers add a fresh bright flavor and …
Moroccan Lamb Kofta
The first time I had Moroccan Lamb Kofta was from the prepared foods section of a healthy foods grocery store. Immediately, I fell in love with these kabobs. The combination of spices and herbs (Cinnamon, Cumin, Coriander, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Mint) hits all flavor notes and bring memories of travels through the mysterious and adventurous routes …
Baked Mediterranean Mahi-Mahi
Baked Mediterranean Mahi-Mahi… One would say that Mahi-Mahi is not among the fish that are native into the area of Mediterranean Sea. After researching a bit, this fish is found in the Mediterranean with different names (dorado, lampuka). Baked Mediterranean Mahi-Mahi recipe can be made with other kinds of white fish, such as cod, sole, …
Braised Okra (Bamia)
Braised Okra (Bamia) in tomato sauce is a classic dish from the group of meals we (Greeks) call “oily” (lathera) since they do not have any animal protein. Traditionally are served as main dish, especially during fasting days, accompanied with a hefty slice of freshly baked bread. Since during Lenten periods and fasting days we …
Baked Monkfish Fillet
Sofigado from Cephalonia
This is a local recipe of the island of Cephalonia and it is one of my favorite recipes growing up. It is beef and potatoes braised in tomato, however the absence of onion and the prominent notes of garlic, cinnamon and cloves make this dish rather unique and difficult to resist second servings of it.
