Greek string bean stew with lamb. I used lamb shanks. On the bone. Cooked long till the meat fell right off in a rich tomato sauce. This is just another example of Greek comfort food. Something your mother or your yiayia might have ready when you came home from school or on a Sunday. Now … Continue reading Fasolakia Yiahni me Arni -Green Beans & Lamb Stew
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Lamb Klephtiko
Lamb Klephtiko is a legendary Greek dish that at least dates back to the days of the Ottoman occupation of Greece. The klephts were Greek warriors who fought the Ottoman Turks to free Greece from 400 years of occupation, or “sklavia”, which we considered to be slavery. So that they would not be detected up … Continue reading Lamb Klephtiko
Lemon Ouzo Olive Oil Bundt Cake
This beautiful bundt cake will be a hit at your next gathering! It is made with almond flour, olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon zest and ouzo! Glazed with white chocolate, and garnished with toasted almond slivers, lemon zest and dry edible rose petals. This is my take on a lemenoladopita, or lemon olive oil cake, … Continue reading Lemon Ouzo Olive Oil Bundt Cake
Pan Fried Lamb Shoulder
One of my favorite cuts of lamb is the shoulder. Not only is it flavorful, it is also inexpensive! So if you want lamb on a budget, this could be the cut for you! What I love is that this is a quick way to prepare lamb for an easy lunch. I had actually purchased … Continue reading Pan Fried Lamb Shoulder
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