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Main Dish - European
SERVES
12
Greek Easter Eggs
Greek children dye red Easter eggs, to commemorate the blood of the Crucifixion. Instead of using artificial dyes, make your red Easter eggs the traditional way: with onion skins! Boil red onion skins in a vinegar solution, and it creates a dye that will turn your boiled eggs various shades of red. Use them for decoration or a lovely Paskha bread.
Starter - Other
SERVES
12
Tsoureki: A Greek Easter Bread
No Orthodox Easter brunch would be complete without the traditional Paskha loaf, which the Greeks call tsoureki. It is a delightful yeast bread that is infused with orange and mahlab, a Mediterranean spice derived from wild cherry pits. The dough is braided and gets a red egg in it before baking. Serve it with a sweet cream cheese spread.
Side Dish - European
SERVES
6
Greek Egg-Lemon Chicken Soup
Delight the palates of your family and guests with this refreshing soup appetizer from Greece. As you stew the chicken, veggies, and fragrant herbs, they create a delicate, flavorful broth. The orzo is cooked in the broth, along with a thickener of eggs and fresh lemon zest.
Main Dish - European
SERVES
8
Greek Roast Leg Of Lamb With Potatoes
Introduce your family to the succulent taste of lamb, which is a common protein in Middle Eastern cuisine. This Greek-inspired recipe features a bone-in leg of lamb that is marinated overnight in wine, citrus juices, and aromatic herbs. The meat is surrounded with potato wedges and roasted in a savory sauce. It is a lovely dish for Orthodox Easter.
Side Dish - European
SERVES
4
Greek Oven-Roasted Potatoes
This easy oven roasted potato recipe comes together with very little work. The secret is to preheat your sheet tray while the oven is preheating. This ensures a crispy and golden brown potato that is super tender on the inside.
Side Dish - European
SERVES
6
Spanakopita
When you visit a Greek restaurant, you will often find spanakopita, a savory pie made with buttery filo dough, spinach, and tangy feta cheese. The spinach is lightly sautéed with onions and spices and is layered with a hearty ricotta mixture between layers of phyllo . It bakes to a gorgeous golden brown and can be cut into squares or pie slices.
Dessert - European
SERVES
12
Horiatiko Psomi: Greek Crusty Country Bread
While the Paskha loaf is usually reserved for dessert, you may want a denser Greek bread to serve with the other courses of your brunch. This hearty bread has a consistency like sourdough bread, with a sweet kiss of honey. Serve your guests slices of this delightfully crusty bread to dip into the flavorful meat juices of the roast lamb.Newest Bargains - Save Money on Essential Cookware, Appliances and Unique Ingredients
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