Mediterranean Favorites
Shrimp Santorini
A classic Greek pairing of tender shrimp, ripe tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and creamy feta. Serve with rice or potatoes for a relaxed Mediterranean-inspired meal, or share as a taverna-style appetizer.
Ingredients:
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 lb. ripe tomatoes
1 lb. shrimp, cleaned, peeled, and deveined
6 oz. feta cheese
½ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
½ tsp. dried oregano
3 tbsp. chopped parsley
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
Spanakopita
Crisp, golden layers of phyllo wrap a savory Greek filling of spinach, herbs, and feta. Serve this comforting pie for lunch, dinner, or a welcoming table of shared dishes.
Ingredients:
16 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
2 bunches flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 eggs
10.5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
2 tsp dried dill
Freshly ground black pepper
Pasta alla Greca
Bring a taste of Greece to the table with penne, eggplant, tomatoes, olives, and a gentle lift of herbs and spice. A hearty, satisfying dish made for sharing.
Serves 4
Ingredients:
1 (500 g) pack penne pasta
5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2–3 tbsp plain flour
2 small aubergines, cubed
2 medium onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
4 tomatoes, cubed
½ tsp dried oregano
1 pinch paprika
1 pinch cayenne pepper
3 tbsp pitted black olives
230 g tomato sauce (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste