Tag: hearty Greek meals

• Greek Cuisines January 1, 2025

Moussaka is a traditional Greek casserole made with layers of eggplant, a rich meat sauce (usually made from ground lamb or beef), and a creamy béchamel sauce. This dish is often compared to lasagna but is distinctly Greek due to its unique combination of flavors and ingredients. It is baked until golden and bubbly, resulting...

• Greek Cuisines January 1, 2025

Pastitsio is a classic Greek casserole dish, often described as a Greek version of lasagna. It consists of layers of pasta, a rich and flavorful meat sauce (usually made with ground beef or lamb), and a creamy béchamel sauce (a white sauce made from butter, flour, milk, and eggs). The dish is then baked to...

• Greek Cuisines January 1, 2025

Kleftiko is a traditional Greek dish that consists of slow-cooked lamb (or sometimes goat) that is marinated with garlic, lemon, olive oil, and herbs, then wrapped in parchment paper or foil and cooked until tender. The name “Kleftiko” translates to “stolen” in Greek, which is a reference to the history of bandits (known as Kleftes)...