Monday, 26 August 2013 / Published in Vegetables

Eggplants and peppers in tomato sauce “Saganaki”

In Greece,  we call ‘saganaki’ a frying pan with a handle on either side. It does sound a bit Japanese, but it isn’t. Usually the handles are metal, because the cooking can be finished in the oven. There are many recipes using a saganaki, from cheese to seafood. Today, I will give you a recipe
Monday, 29 July 2013 / Published in Croquettes, Vegetables

Vegetable Croquettes

Croquettes are always popular and you can hide inside all kinds of vegetables that children and many grown-ups are not very fond of.  The children like this kind of finger food and will gobble them down, no questions asked. They are also fantastic as a snack, for a party or for lunch with French fries
Monday, 22 July 2013 / Published in Vegetables, Vegetarian

Baked Vegetables

This is such a nice and fast recipe and you can use as many vegetables as you like and the vegetables that you prefer. It can be eaten by vegetarians, but it is thoroughly enjoyed by everybody.           Ingredients: 2 zucchini 1 – 2 eggplants 2 potatoes ½ kilo okra (frozen
Monday, 15 July 2013 / Published in Stuffed Vegetables, Vegetables

Greek Stuffed Eggplants

This is another traditional recipe with a little tweak. The stuffing is made with vegetables and minced meat. If you like, you can use only  ground meat, and proceed in the same way. In Greece they are called ‘papoutsakia’ that is ‘little shoes’. The dish can very easily become a vegetarian. Just omit the meat and
Monday, 08 July 2013 / Published in Pasta, Vegetables, Vegetarian

Spaghetti with vegetables and tomatoes

Spaghetti with vegetables makes a fantastic summer dish. It is light, very tasty, easy to make and can be enjoyed by everybody, even vegetarians, on a hot summer’s day. Don’t be daunted by the number of ingredients. You can use any vegetables you like and the herbs you like. You can also increase or decrease
Monday, 01 July 2013 / Published in Vegetables

Eggplants and potatoes with tomato sauce

Egglpants and potatoes with a beautiful tomato sauce is a really summer dish. It can be enjoyed by itself with a nice piece of feta cheese, as an appetizer or it can accompany grilled chops or fish. You can use as many eggplants and potatoes as you wish, depending on the number of people you
Monday, 03 June 2013 / Published in Vegetables, Vegetarian

Potatoes in tomato sauce

A traditional, very tasty dish that can be enjoyed by vegetarians and everybody else as a main dish. It is very budget friendly, unbelievably easy to make and it is a hit with the children.   Ingredients 4 medium potatoes (you’ll need about 2 potatoes per person) 1 onion finely chopped 2 cloves of garlic
Monday, 29 April 2013 / Published in Pasta, Vegetables, Vegetarian

Linguini with eggplants in tomato sauce

Linguini with eggplants in tomato sauce is a very tasty dish, extremely easy to make with very few ingredients. It can also be enjoyed by vegetarians as well as anybody else who would like to enjoy a tasty, light lunch or dinner. Instead of linguini you could use spaghetti.         Ingredients 400
Monday, 29 April 2013 / Published in Croquettes, Vegetables

Zucchini croquettes

Zucchini croquettes are delicious whether you eat them as an appetizer or a light meal with a salad. They are easy to make and easy on the budget, but full of taste. You can eat them hot or cold, so if you have leftovers they are perfect as a snack.          
Monday, 22 April 2013 / Published in Egg dishes, Vegetables

Omelet with artichokes

A dish you can make in minutes and put on the table a tasty dinner for all to enjoy. The combination of eggs and artichokes is perfect. If you wish, you can add a huge green salad and some french fries! The quantity is for 1 – 2 servings, according to your appetite.