Category: greek

pan de horiadaki greek shabbat bread from salonika

World Shabbat Breads: Greek Country Bread (Pan de Horiadaki)

If you’re looking to mix up your Shabbat bread routine, consider this luscious pan de horiadaki from the Greek Jewish community of Salonika. It’s light and airy on the inside, crisp and crusty on the outside, and, with no egg, it’s a great alternative to water challah if you’re baking for vegans or people with […]

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avicas con prassa

Avicas con Prassa: Sephardic White Beans with Leeks

Okay, it’s time for another post-holiday detox for me. And so, in the spirit of healthy eating, I bring you avicas con prassa, a super-creamy Sephardic white bean and leek stew in a tomato sauce.

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greek mac and cheese for shavuot

Greek Mac and Cheese

What could be more perfect for Shavuot than a Jewish take on mac and cheese? This Greek dish, hailing from the Jewish community of Komotini in Thrace, is a delicious variation on a beloved crowd-pleasing classic—and it’s relatively simple to prepare.

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